6 Ways To Improve Productivity In Construction Using Technology
- Improving Productivity, TECHNOLOGY
- November 28, 2023
by Ben Stevens, Kent Companies The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) reports one in ten construction site workers are injured every year. However, statistics show there are 30 minor injuries, 10 serious injuries, and one fatality for every 600 near misses.* With that statistic in mind, how do you capture and learn from those
READ MOREBy Jack Rubinger, freelance writer For Frank Quarato, a safety trainer, safety touches on the heart, mind, body and soul. He’s been teaching and preaching safety for many years, but when he was new to the training industry, he had a lot to learn about working with people, particularly forklift operators. In one situation, an
READ MOREBy Roger M. Paveza, CRIS; Vista Safety Consulting A “successful” safety management system can mean several things; however, the first thing I always look to ask is if your program is truly effective or have you just been lucky? By consistently following the below cornerstones of safety, it can lead you down the path for
READ MOREBy Deanna Quintana and Rachel Burris, NCCER In April 2021, there were over 7 million people employed in construction and construction-related fields. With this vast number of craft professionals working to build America, the most important thing the industry can do is ensure their safety. Since the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) was founded
READ MOREBy Dom Tolli, vice president of product development, American Red Cross Given the current pandemic, it’s easy to postpone all but non-essential training; however, there are safe ways to train your employees while staying healthy. In the best of times, industrial workplaces can get sidelined by weather events that impact delivery and employee schedules, new
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