The key to safe excavations between 5 and 20 feet deep is that the work be supervised closely by a trained, competent person. (Trenches 20 feet or deeper require a safety system devised by a ...

It’s been five years since the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) implemented its Safety Edge initiative and, according to the numbers, it looks like it’s a success. First, a brief history of the ...

While the construction industry has taken increasing precautions over the years to protect employees from falls, they are still the leading cause of fatal accidents on the jobsite. They also account ...