Tag: Safety
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Why Training and Maintenance Are Critical for Roadside Crash Cushions and Safety Systems
In highway work zones and along high-speed corridors, impact attenuators and crash cushions often serve as the last line of defense between a vehicle and catastrophe. These safety systems are engineered to absorb impact, redirect vehicles that veer off course, and protect both motorists and workers. Even the most rigorously tested device can fail if…
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‘Everyone must take responsibility for safety’
Alana Paterson, chair of the IPAF International Safety Committee and head of health, safety and environment at Taylor Woodrow, discusses the importance of empowering the workforce to call out safety risks in powered access. Can you tell us about the latest Global Safety Report and some of the main trends that have emerged? Overall, the…
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Raising the bar on safety
The forum isn’t about experts talking to other experts, or berating the industry when things go wrong. It’s an opportunity for practitioners to share their experience, understand other viewpoints, and continue improving safety standards across the industry. View the original article and our Inspiration here
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Security Screens Adelaide: Enhancing Safety and Style for Your Home
In matters of the safety of your family and your property, one of the best choices, as a homeowner, is to invest in security solutions that are highly reliable. Security screens are gaining popularity as a choice in Adelaide, where homeowners are balancing between lifestyle, security, and design. These screens not only provide protection against…
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Security Screens Adelaide: Enhancing Safety and Style for Your Home
In matters of the safety of your family and your property, one of the best choices, as a homeowner, is to invest in security solutions that are highly reliable. Security screens are gaining popularity as a choice in Adelaide, where homeowners are balancing between lifestyle, security, and design. These screens not only provide protection against…
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T&T Construction Group Wins Four Project & Safety Awards
T&T Construction Management Group, Inc., a woman-owned premier concrete specialty contractor, is proud to announce that the company has won four awards – the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) Central Florida 2025 Excellence in Construction Award of Merit for the Highlands Elementary School Project in the Concrete-Institutional Category for projects ranging from $5 million to…
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Linxup Releases Fleet Safety Guide for Skilled Trades
Skilled tradespeople such as electricians, plumbers and construction workers rely on safe driving to keep themselves and their communities protected. In recognition of National Tradesman Day (Sept. 19) and to support that effort, Linxup has released a new guide, How to Start a Fleet Safety Program: Earn Trust, Get Driver Buy-In, and Make Safety Stick.…
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Fire safety standards: what’s coming next for construction?
Aman Sharma MBE is the new chair of BSI’s strategic fire safety committee for the built environment. He tells Will Mann what new standards construction should look out for. Image: Dreamstime Will Mann: Tell us about your work as chair of the FSH/0 committee. What changes can the construction industry expect in fire safety standards…
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Bally Ribbon Mills Showcases Vectran® Safety Webbing – CCR-Mag.com
Bally Ribbon Mills (BRM), an industry leader in the design, development, and manufacture of highly specialized engineered woven fabrics, highlights its innovative Vectran® webbing product line, which continues to revolutionize safety-critical applications across multiple industries. This high-performance material offers exceptional strength, durability, and resistance to extreme conditions, making it ideal for demanding environments. Manufactured from liquid crystal polymer, Vectran® webbing…
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Jobsite risk is rising. It’s time to benchmark AI-powered worker safety tools
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming construction operations and safety, both on jobsites and on the road between projects. For firms under pressure to meet project deadlines and keep crews safe, AI is designed to reduce risk, cut costs, and improve project efficiency. However, even with rapid AI advancements, safety gains in construction haven’t materialized…