In this study, we present a novel method of detecting hard hat use on construction sites using a modified version of an off-the-shelf wearable device. The data-transmitting node of the device … [Read more...] about Autonomous Detection System for Non-Hard-Hat Use at Construction Sites Using Sensor Technology
Personal Protective Equipment
Fall Protection
On the subject of OSHA Fall Protection requirements for protection of employees, workers in local and state government, as well as construction firms can be subject to general industry regulations … [Read more...] about Fall Protection
SCDOT Leader Reveals Worker Safety Upgrades After 2 Killed Along Highway 501
During a Senate Transportation Committee meeting, State Sen. Luke Rankin asked South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) Secretary Christy Hall about the safety of workers after two were hit … [Read more...] about SCDOT Leader Reveals Worker Safety Upgrades After 2 Killed Along Highway 501
Work Zone Hazards Workbook / Cuaderno de Trabajo Sobre Peligros en la Zona de Trabajo
This publication contains: The purpose of OSHA (The Occupational Safety and Health Administration) and its duty to enforce it under the law. An explanation of MUTCD (Uniform Traffic Control … [Read more...] about Work Zone Hazards Workbook / Cuaderno de Trabajo Sobre Peligros en la Zona de Trabajo
Work Zone Hazards Workbook
This publication contains: The purpose for the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and its enforcement duty under law. An explanation of the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control … [Read more...] about Work Zone Hazards Workbook
Implementation Challenges of COVID-19 Safety Measures at Construction Sites in South Africa
Purpose: The COVID-19 pandemic drastically changed safety measures in every industry, including the construction industry. Thus, the construction companies have instituted safety measures at the … [Read more...] about Implementation Challenges of COVID-19 Safety Measures at Construction Sites in South Africa