The construction industry continues to be one of the leading industries for injuries and fatalities throughout the world. Deaths in the United States resulting from construction workers colliding with … [Read more...] about Wearable, Wireless Identification Sensing Platform: Self-Monitoring Alert and Reporting Technology for Hazard Avoidance and Training (SmartHat)
Education and Training
Roadway Construction “Caught-In” Series: Entangled in Equipment and Machinery: Additional Instructor Background Information
According to the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), “caught-in” or “caught-between” hazards are one of the leading causes of death and injury in the construction industry. … [Read more...] about Roadway Construction “Caught-In” Series: Entangled in Equipment and Machinery: Additional Instructor Background Information
Roadway Construction “Caught-In” Series: Trenching and Excavations: Additional Instructor Background Information
According to the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), “caught-in” or “caught-between” hazards are one of the leading causes of death and injury in the construction industry. … [Read more...] about Roadway Construction “Caught-In” Series: Trenching and Excavations: Additional Instructor Background Information
Roadway Construction “Caught-In” Series: Crushed and Pinned Between Hazards: Additional Instructor Background Information
According to the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), “caught-in” or “caught-between” hazards are one of the leading causes of death and injury in the construction industry. This … [Read more...] about Roadway Construction “Caught-In” Series: Crushed and Pinned Between Hazards: Additional Instructor Background Information
Evaluation of Current Technologies for Training, Web Apps, and New Technologies
This report details the activities conducted to assess the feasibility of using new technology tools for safety training. Utilizing established research studies, risk frameworks, and vendor … [Read more...] about Evaluation of Current Technologies for Training, Web Apps, and New Technologies
Work Zone Operations Best Practices Guidebook (Third Edition)
The Work Zone Operations Best Practices Guidebook (Third Edition) provides an easily accessible compilation of work zone operations practices used and recommended by various States and localities … [Read more...] about Work Zone Operations Best Practices Guidebook (Third Edition)