By Robert Lahey, Contributor The data is staggering – and tragic. The most recent report from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics revealed a 5.7% increase in fatal workplace injuries, with 5,486 lives lost in 2022. Almost half of these incidents involved construction workers, who operate in many different dangerous environments, especially high-risk excavation sites.…

By Robin Kix, Contributor The construction industry accounts for a high proportion of workplace fatalities and injuries each year. In 2020, the most recent year for which data is available, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported that falls, slips, and trips accounted for 35.3% of workplace deaths1 and 21,400 nonfatal injuries among construction…

By David Frazier, Contributor Beyond employing and equipping talent with strong skillsets, the core element of building a successful business is derived from the culture and role modeling demonstrated to your workforce. According to Forbes, companies with a robust culture have up to 72% higher employee engagement than those whose cultures are misaligned or need improvement.[1] Right now,…

Ladder Safety Month is in March but safety training is available online all year long By Susan Orenga, Contributor There are a host of statistics that paint a picture of why ladder safety training is so necessary. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, ladder deaths accounted for 161 on-the-job fatalities in 2020, the…