When it comes to lost-time injuries, construction firms hold a dubious distinction: In 2004, construction was the undisputed leader in injuries caused by contact with objects and equipment, according ...

About 80 years ago, the bowstring truss roof became a popular construction element in the United States. Prior to 1960, it was reportedly one of the most common design types for commercial and ...

Fire protection works best when it is built into the process rather than added after the fact”— Christopher Echeverria ...

Construction electrocutions remain a significant hazard, often caused by organizational failures, poor safety practices, and outdated equipment. Technologies like wearable voltage detectors, AI-based ...

Across the spectrum of jobs on construction worksites, workers face many hazards that can lead to injury or even worse: a fatality. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) reports ...

In construction safety, one thing is certain: there’s a lot of uncertainty. Every worksite presents a constantly evolving array of hazards, which means the risk of injury is constantly fluctuating, ...

“Fatigue is more than just feeling a little tired – it's a form of impairment,” Barrett writes. “It can reduce mental and physical functioning, affect judgment and concentration, slow reaction time, ...

The National Safety Council estimated that 70 million U.S. construction worker days were lost in 2021 because of workplace injuries. According to the Cambridge Archaeological Journal, it took less ...

Dublin, Sept. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Construction Worker Safety - Global Strategic Business Report" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The global market for ...