construction safety
Construction Business
Improving first aid for safer jobsites
As of November 1, 2024, the amendments to WorkSafeBC’s Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Regulations are now in place.
Construction Business
Minimizing roadside work zone risks
Employers need to ensure construction crews know and follow specific safety procedures in roadside work zones.
Canadian Property Management
The ‘Hows’ and ‘Whys’ of Building Construction
Construction engineers play a critical role in the construction process, ensuring the physical structure is built with safety and durability in mind.
Construction Business
Protecting contractors from asbestos
Asbestos abatement contractors who operate in B.C. must be licensed by Jan. 1, 2024.
Construction Business
Sharing Construction Safety Resources
The Canadian Federation of Construction Safety Associations is an united umbrella organization that facilitates resources and information.
Construction Business
Substance use cost construction millions annually
A new economic report shows substance use and mental health issues are costing the construction industry millions in loss revenue.
REMI Network
Tower crane safety guide sets best practices
A new comprehensive best practices guide for builders and trade contractors to use when erecting, operating and dismantling tower cranes has been released.
Construction Business
Falls remain the most serious construction injury
Along with slips and trips, falls are some of the most common causes of workplace injuries and fatalities in the construction industry.
Facility Cleaning & Maintenance
8 essentials for worker safety
AFFLINK's Safety Supply Checklist outlines eight essentials for facility managers and workers.
Construction Business
Collaborating on worksite safety
A construction worksite is inherently challenging with many moving pieces. Collaboration and building relationships ensure safety for all.
REMI Network
Construction and maintenance work among the most dangerous jobs
Various jobs in these industries were found to suffer fatality rates of several times the average of 3.4 per 100,000 workers.
Facility Cleaning & Maintenance
U.S. government aims to protect workers from extreme heat
OSHA is taking steps to better protect workers in extreme-heat environments after this summer's heatwaves.
Construction Business
Improving construction safety with technology
How can companies use technology to increase safety on their job sites moving into the future? Here are some digital tools available.
Construction Business
Protecting equipment, employees and properties
Equipment theft and protecting workers on construction sites prompted Graham Construction to install a surveillance solution on site.
Construction Business
Ontario steps up COVID measures on jobsites
The Ontario government is stepping up measures to limit the spread of COVID-19 on construction sites. The update provides further guidance for employers.
Construction Business
WorkSafeBC works with industry to ensure safety
WorkSafeBC is working with workers, employers, and industry associations to ensure construction sites are healthy and safe during the COVID-19 outbreak.
REMI Network
Ontario workplace inspectors launch safety blitz
Ontario workplace inspectors are now visiting construction sites across the province, targeting personal protective equipment.
