The results of the New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) ‘Zero Tolerance’ campaign presented to the public this past September has revealed some troubling numbers. This three-month long series of safety enforcement sweeps conducted at construction sites throughout New
Work environments are divided into physical, chemical, biological and psychophysical factors, in accordance with OSHA guidelines. Working in conditions of exposure like construction work creates the possibility of adverse effects on human health and life. The probability and scope of
Scaffolding is a temporary structure that is used by workers to move around at different levels of the construction site. It is dually a place for materials intended for the construction, repair or maintenance of buildings. Scaffolding accidents are common
Many people with various specialties can be found on a construction site. One of the most important roles can be found in the bricklayer. Without them, a foundation cannot be built. There are usually several of them on any one
It’s an obvious fact that construction work is naturally a dangerous profession to be in. Since the last century, construction has been linked with extreme heights such as the iconic ‘Lunch atop a Skyscraper’ photograph or handling heavy machinery or
For all industrial uses like gratings and floorings, people have traditionally turned to metals like steel for their proven strength and dependability while accepting their many flaws and weaknesses. Now internationally rising prices of metals like steel have made the
Roller shutter doors and windows are an excellent way of protecting the property, be it home or business, from rain and wind. In addition, by having a shutter in front of a window you are also protecting the window from
There has been a large increase in construction accidents in recent years. With a higher demand for residential and commercial properties, there has been a jump in construction sites across the country. Construction is the most dangerous industry to work
There has been a large increase in construction accidents in the recent years. With a higher demand for residential and commercial properties, there has been a jump in construction sites across the country. Construction is the most dangerous industry to