As every construction worker knows, serious injury not only results in temporary unemployment during medical care and convalescence but can also result in permanent unemployment as companies … [Read more...] about Firing the Injured Construction Worker
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Worker Protection Programs in Construction – Final Report
This report is a global review of worker protection programs in construction in the United States, performed by a firm under contract with OSHA’s Office of Program Evaluation. … [Read more...] about Worker Protection Programs in Construction – Final Report
Fatal Work Injuries in Construction in Texas, 1991-93
In Texas, construction workers face a higher risk of dying on the job than workers in the State's other industries. Between 1991 and 1993, the construction industry in Texas averaged one fatal work … [Read more...] about Fatal Work Injuries in Construction in Texas, 1991-93
How Safe Is Your Work Zone?: CDC Report Suggests Ways to Prevent Injuries, Fatalities to Workers in Highway Work Zones
Ways to build on current safeguards and better protect workers in highway and street work zones from serious injury and death are recommended in a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and … [Read more...] about How Safe Is Your Work Zone?: CDC Report Suggests Ways to Prevent Injuries, Fatalities to Workers in Highway Work Zones
National Work Zone Safety Information Clearinghouse Receives Third Award
The International Road Federation (IRF) awarded the National Work Zone Safety Information Clearinghouse its prestigious 2001 Global Achievement Award during the IRF Road World Congress, held in June … [Read more...] about National Work Zone Safety Information Clearinghouse Receives Third Award
Compliant Equipment Improves Road Safety
A multi-year project sponsored by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) at the Texas Transportation Institute (TTI) is analyzing and testing a variety of roadside equipment including flashing … [Read more...] about Compliant Equipment Improves Road Safety