The construction industry is known for its high-pressure and fast-paced environment, which can cause stress, burnout, and even self-harming behaviors for workers. With labor shortages and increased demand for faster project delivery and efficiency, it can be challenging for workers to keep up with...
1926.200(g)(1):Construction sites shall be posted with legible traffic signs at points of hazard. 1926.200(g)(2):All traffic control signs or devices used for the protection of construction workers must conform to established standards from the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD)....
The labor shortage issue in the construction industry has persisted for several years. The late 2000s recession caused many workers in the industry to lose their jobs, and they never returned. Also, the number of young people entering the industry has decreased. Despite the general growth of co...
If possible, follow up on what the contractor does every day. That way, the builder will update you on everything that happens at your construction site. Your construction project involves many details. That means the contractor and workers can make mistakes. For instance, the electrician can f...
Knowing when to start filling construction roles can be tricky for those running a newly established construction company. No construction professional wants to be so short-handed they are forced to turn down work. Then again, hiring too many construction workers without a full pipeline of projects...
Inspect all working areas to ensure the safety of workers. For instance, if you’re using scaffolds in your construction site, inspect them first. That’s because a fragile platform can be dangerous to the workers. Also, check the ladders to ensure they are in proper working condition. Make...
One of the major risks that you’re likely to face when pursuing a construction project is a labor shortage. You risk lacking enough construction workers and this can hinder you from achieving productivity goals. Without adequate manpower, your construction project will experience delays. What’s ...
When most people think about the summer months, vacationing at the beach and lounging around the pool comes to mind. Essentially, most people want to spend time outside basking in the sun during these months. However, summer means long working hours for construction workers. That’s because su...
The ideal plan for these types of situations includes a group of trusted and reliable part-time workers that you can call on in an emergency. These part-time workers can help fill in when time-off requests are at their highest or when an employee has to leave to attend to a sick child...
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) for residential construction workers to prevent injuries including the use of mechanical lifting equipment, avoiding jerky movements and performing muscle-strengthening exercises.EBSCO_AspSafety & Health...