Safety
What’s trending in new tech, equipment among contractors
The benefits of adopting new technologies include increased productivity and improved safety, according to a Dodge Data & Analytics publication. Keep Reading
Best practices to combat extreme summer heat
All employers should have an emergency plan for how to respond to a heat-related illness, according to the Occupational Safety & Health Administration. Keep Reading
Heat monitoring system to prevent worker injuries
Kenzen's heat monitoring system device can be worn by workers on their arm to monitor multiple physiological and environmental metrics. Keep Reading
P&Q survey: Producers prioritizing safety, health in pandemic
The onset of the coronavirus presented yet another reminder of how aggregate producers put safety and health above all else, a Pit & Quarry survey finds. Keep Reading
The latest on MSHA’s agenda
A look at the Mine Safety & Health Administration’s (MSHA) reorganization and regulatory efforts, and what to expect going forward. Keep Reading
Eagle Materials to delay business separation due to coronavirus
Eagle Materials will hold off on separating its heavy and light materials businesses due to market conditions caused by the coronavirus pandemic. Keep Reading
Managing hazard complaint inspections
While a hazard complaint inspection may resemble a regular inspection, operators need to be aware of the differences between the two, writes Ogletree Deakins' Bill Doran and Margo Lopez. Keep Reading
Planning and preparing for potential workplace altercations
Every employer must take steps to prepare for an unexpected act of workplace violence, starting with understanding the various manifestations of violence. Keep Reading
MSHA: No POV notices issued in last 12-month stretch
The Mine Safety & Health Administration's (MSHA) most recent Pattern of Violations (POV) screening period stretched from February 2019 to January 2020. Keep Reading
