Tag: fall
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Why fall protection rentals are on the rise in construction — and what smart contractors are gaining from it
In today’s fast-moving construction environment, flexibility is king. Contractors are under pressure to keep crews safe, jobs on schedule, and budgets in check — all while navigating labor shortages, compressed timelines, and rising regulatory scrutiny. That’s why more and more construction businesses are turning to an increasingly popular solution for staying OSHA compliant without slowing…
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Milwaukee® Workwear Collections for Fall
Milwaukee Tool continues their commitment to delivering workwear that enhances comfort, movement, and protection for professionals on the jobsite. Expanding the FREEFLEX™, GRIDIRON™ and WORKSKIN™ collections, Milwaukee introduces new gear designed to withstand jobsite demands while ensuring flexibility and durability. Developed with feedback from users across the trades and through continuous jobsite research, these new…
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Studio Museum Harlem Reveals Inaugural Fall Exhibitions
Artist-in-Residence Alumni Installation In celebration of the influence of the Museum’s signature Artist-in-Residence program, the inaugural presentation will include a showcase of newly created works on paper by nearly all former artists in residence. Featuring more than one hundred works—to be installed in the Artist-in-Residence studios on the fourth floor—this installation will reflect on the history and impact of…
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Skype’s Rise and Fall Offers Lessons for Today’s Businesses
Skype, the platform once synonymous with video calls, just shocked the world by shutting down after 22 years. How is it possible that a once-dominant business — with more than 300 million users at its peak — could fail? “If it can happen to Skype, it can happen to any business that stops innovating or…
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Contractor and roofing firm fined after worker injured in fall from height
Roofrite (Shropshire) Ltd, of Atcham Business Park, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, pleaded guilty to breaching three charges of Regulation 6(3) of the Work at Height Regulations 2005 and was fined £8,000. It was ordered to pay costs of £2,990 at a hearing at Kidderminster Magistrates’ Court on 19 May 2025. View the original article and our Inspiration…
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Construction Job Openings Fall as Industry Faces Uncertainty, But Unemployment Stays Low in Most States
The U.S. construction industry saw a drop in job openings in March 2025, according to new data released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics and analyzed by Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC). At the same time, construction unemployment remained relatively low across most of the country, with only four states reporting rates above 10%. Job…
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Suspended jail sentence for director after roofer’s fatal fall from height
The director of a Leicester-based construction company has been given a suspended prison sentence after a man fell from height while working on site and died in hospital weeks later. Stephen Pywell, 59, was working for Affordable Lifestyle Design Ltd on a project in Thurmaston on 18 March 2019 when he fell from a height…
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The high cost of living: Rethinking fall protection in construction
In the construction industry, investments in equipment and materials are substantial and often prioritized, and they should be, how are you going to build something without material and handling? However, when it comes to safety—particularly fall protection—the investment is comparatively minimal, despite the significant risks involved. Equipment Investments vs. Safety Spending Consider a mid-sized construction…
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When to Seek Legal Help After a Construction Site Slip and Fall
Construction sites are inherently hazardous environments, where workers face numerous risks daily. Heavy machinery, unstable structures, exposed electrical wiring, and unfinished surfaces create dangerous conditions that demand constant vigilance. Among these risks, slip and fall accidents are unfortunately common, often resulting from slippery surfaces, scattered debris, poor lighting, or unmarked hazards. These accidents can lead…
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Common Injuries from Slip and Fall Accidents in Construction
Slip and fall accidents are among the most frequent hazards in the construction industry, often leading to severe injuries and financial burdens. Construction sites present numerous risks, including uneven surfaces, wet conditions, and unstable scaffolding. Workers who suffer injuries may require medical attention, rehabilitation, and legal representation from workers’ compensation lawyers to secure fair compensation.…