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…
A Measurement of the Shocks Delivered to the Hand-Arm System
Those who consistently operate power tools are prone to the side effects that shock-type exposure can cause on the human body. Such power tools include,…
Standards and Safety: Better Together
Every day, workers walk onto construction sites with one goal in mind – get the job done safely. They take great pride in the role…
SAE J 1455-2017 – Environmental Practices for Electronic Equipment Design in Heavy-Duty Vehicle Applications
SAE J 1455-2017 – Recommended Environmental Practices for Electronic Equipment Design in Heavy-Duty Vehicle Applications is focused on the different environmental processes that may inflict…