Tag: Safety
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CGA Launches National Radio PSA for 8/11 Day Safety
Common Ground Alliance (CGA), the national association working to prevent damage to underground infrastructure, today released a new radio PSA to highlight the importance of contacting 811 before beginning digging projects. Nearly 200,000 times each year, buried power, water, internet, natural gas and other utility lines are damaged by digging, costing the U.S. $30 billion annually.…
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STUDSON Earns First Dual U.S.-Canada Safety Certification for Type II Helmets
STUDSON has announced its SHK-1 Full Brim safety helmet is now certified under both the Canadian CSA Z94.1-15 (R2024) and U.S. ANSI/ISEA Z89.1-2014 (R2019) standards. This is the first Type II helmet to achieve dual certification, allowing seamless compliance for workers operating across the U.S.-Canada border. The updated helmet is designed for industries such as…
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Why Construction’s Summer Safety Plans Must Include Mental Health
Summertime means intense heat and challenging working conditions for many Americans. In the construction trade, the inevitable result is a rise in serious injuries and fatalities (SIFs) — and a renewed focus on physical safety measures. However, as we pay more attention to the prevention of heat-related illnesses and accidents during the summer, a crucial…
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CITB launches £250k building safety skills training programme
The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has launched a £250,000 skills pilot project to accelerate building safety remediation across the country. The funding will be used to upskill 100 rainscreen facade system installers and 24 supervisors across England, Scotland and Wales. The training courses will be free to attend and are expected to begin in early…
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Bristol City Council is looking for a Senior Building Safety Manager to drive resident safety
Bristol City Council has announced an exciting opportunity for a skilled professional to take on the role of Senior Building Safety Manager, based in Bristol. The full-time, permanent position plays a pivotal part in ensuring the safety of high-rise, multi-occupied residential buildings across the city. View the original article and our Inspiration here
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Pick Everard introduces Building Safety Act training for clients
Design consultancy Pick Everard has introduced Building Safety Act training for clients, covering compliance obligations and best practice guidance. The Building Safety Act was introduced in response to the Grenfell Tower disaster and aims to improve building safety standards. The expanded training covers how to build compliance into all aspects of the design and construction…
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How to Identify & When to Replace for Safety
So you’ve just bought a charming old home – congratulations! The character, the history, the mature landscaping… it’s all part of the allure. But beyond the beautiful facade, there’s often a less glamorous reality: aging infrastructure. And when it comes to the safety and functionality of your home, few things are as critical as your…
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How Safety Professionals Can Control Costs Without Compromising Worker Protection
Economic volatility and persistent financial pressures characterize the current economic landscape. Businesses across all industries are scrutinizing every expenditure, leading to widespread calls for belt-tightening and greater efficiency. One area where this scrutiny is especially evident is how organizations allocate resources for critical initiatives, including workplace safety. Healthcare costs are set to increase by 5.8-9%…
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Developer and director sentenced over fire safety failings in seafront flats
An Essex developer has been fined £40,000 and its director given a 12-month community order after failing to fix serious fire safety breaches at a seafront apartment block in Felixstowe, Suffolk. Dragon Wood Homes Ltd was served an enforcement notice in relation to Cliff House in Chevalier Road, a former hotel converted into luxury residential…
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5 eye-catching safety products from the ASSP conference
Listen to the article 6 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. ORLANDO, Fla. — The expo hall at the American Society of Safety Professionals 2025 conference in Orlando, Florida, last week was full of colorful booths, towering product showcases and even a musician strumming a guitar while donning…