Safety Spotlight

ABC’s 2025 safety performance report shows member firms in STEP achieved incident rates 658% better and TRIR reduced by 85%—here are the 5 best practices they follow.

StaCool and ColdVest safety vests help asphalt crews comply with NEP heat standards and prevent heatstroke on the job.

Stay compliant with labor law posting requirements using J. J. Keller’s free resource, ‘5 Reasons to Pay Attention to Labor Law Posters.’

The mining industry’s increasing focus on worker safety is driving the growth of fatigue monitoring technologies, such as wearable devices and machine learning, which help detect early signs of fatigue to prevent accidents and improve operational efficiency.

As of January 13, 2025, OSHA requires all construction workers to wear properly fitting PPE to enhance safety, reduce workplace hazards, and ensure compliance, addressing long-standing industry concerns about ill-fitting protective gear.

Bill Stanley shares his insights on best practices for managing equipment breakdowns in asphalt paving, including investing in dependable equipment, performing regular maintenance, keeping spare parts on hand, having a backup plan, knowing when to turn down a job, and learning from past mistakes to avoid costly disruptions.

Granite Construction’s recognition as a leader in safety stems from its commitment to continuous improvement, employee empowerment, strategic planning, industry collaboration, and evolving safety practices that prioritize proactive solutions over blame.

Workplace opioid risk and overdose prevention includes naloxone kits in your first-aid response Editor’s Note: A version of this article first appeared in the Fall 2024 Colorado Public Works Journal. […]