By Mindy Schultz, Contributor Safety matters to all construction companies, and it’s no wonder why. Safety has always been the priority at Barton Malow Company, the union-based industrial construction division of the Barton Malow Enterprise. But over the last two years, our incident rate has improved dramatically. While our goal remains zero incidents, we’re proud…

By Jim Janquart, Contributor It’s no surprise that safety continues to be a top priority in the construction industry, with over 200,000 injuries occurring annually. As companies evaluate their safety protocols and training processes, it is equally important they work closely with each stakeholder to build a culture of openness and clear communication that encourages…

By Matt Danna, Contributor Safety in the construction world is paramount, but workers find themselves operating equipment and machines that have become more and more complex. As such, it’s not uncommon for problems to arise with some frequency. The risks these workers face at job sites can be abundant, leading to injuries and even fatalities.…

By Timothy Janis, Contributor Due to the dynamic, rugged nature of construction work, normal use of electrical equipment at a jobsite causes wear and tear that results in insulation breaks, short-circuits, and exposed wires. If there is no ground fault protection, misuse of flexible cords and power tools can cause a ground fault that sends electrical current…