employee safety
How to handle mine inspector misconduct
Most mine inspectors with the Mine Safety & Health Administration do act professionally on mine sites, but there are exceptions. Keep Reading
How to prevent slip, trip and fall events
With some foresight in assessing risk and taking appropriate actions, P&Q contributor Steve Fuller says slip, trip and fall events can be eliminated. Keep Reading
Safety hazards to watch for during seasonal maintenance
A slew of new hazards arises when disassembling, repairing, inspecting and maintaining equipment. Steve Fuller discusses in his first ‘Going Home Safely, Every Day’ column. Keep Reading
Making mental health manageable for employees
While safety is priority No. 1 in the aggregate industry, there is a risk to workers that sometimes goes unseen. Keep Reading
Keys to safety success
Several equipment manufacturers detail the value their companies put on safety, as well as how they go about upholding the value the aggregate industry considers No. 1. Keep Reading
Is heat illness regulation on the horizon?
Several states – California, Washington and Minnesota – have implemented heat illness prevention standards, and more states may soon follow. 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
Why water tank design matters
Josh Swank, the vice president of sales and marketing at Philippi-Hagenbuch, provides tips to enhance safety and efficiency at your operations. Keep Reading
How investing more in equipment increases ROI, safety
Safety awareness starts when an aggregate producer initially purchases a piece of equipment for a plant. Keep Reading
