Crane Safety by OSHA Standards: Common Hazards and Control Measures
Wind gusts can be extremely hazardous to workers due to their unpredictable nature. When high winds occur, structures under construction are in particular danger of…
How Loud Is Construction Site Noise?
With full-powered machinery and tool-heavy tasks, construction is one of the noisiest industries to work in. Every day, over 10 million construction workers are exposed…
New ASSP American National Standard for the Construction of Wind Turbines (ANSI/ASSP A10.21-2018)
Some industries move faster than others. Standardization has a responsibility to keep pace with these rapidly developing sectors. In a groundbreaking move, the American Society…
Construction Safety Tips
It costs a lot to build something — from building materials to labor. Yet, as expensive as construction can be, the costs can be even…
ASSE to Change Name to American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP)
In August 2017, ANSI-accredited standards developing organization ASSE voted to change its name to the American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP). This change will go…
The Hidden Carcinogen Within Construction
Construction safety often extends further than one might think and encompasses much more than what meets the eye. While it’s important to be cautious of…
ANSI/ASSE Z9.3-2017: Spray Finishing Operations: Safety Code for Design, Construction and Ventilation
Spray finishing incorporates relatively simple but effective means of depositing dispersed organic or inorganic materials on surfaces to be coated, treated, or cleaned. Unfortunately, during…
Safety Nets at Construction Sites (ANSI/ASSE A10)
A safety net is something so practical and dependable that it is synonymous with the idea of metaphorical support in the event of a mistake….
Safety & Health for Demolition Operations, ANSI/ASSP A10.6
Demolition is antithetical to construction, yet the two certainly function together well. To construct on existing structures, it is often necessary to destruct, intentionally removing…