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How to Prevent Construction Site Theft
Construction site theft is on the rise, and expensive delays and replacement costs are the fallout. Copper wiring, generators, and heavy equipment are some of the items at risk. The National Insurance...
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The General Contractor’s Guide to Understanding Safety Performance Ratings
It’s no secret that injuries on the job site are a costly mistake. Nonetheless, the Bureau of Labor Statics recorded more than 1.1 million non-fatal construction-related injuries and illnesses in 2012....
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Important OSHA Injury Reporting Changes for 2015
Effective January 1, 2015, OSHA has revamped its requirements for reporting specific injuries and hospitalizations. In addition to notifying the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) of...
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10 Tips for Preventing Falling Object Injuries
Earlier this month a man was killed at a construction site New Jersey when a 1-pound tape measure fell 50 stories and struck him in the head. This tragedy is a stark reminder that falling object...
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Top 10 OSHA Violations in 2014
Fall Protection remains the most commonly cited OSHA standard according to the recently released top 10 OSHA violations in 2014. The annual list from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration...
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10 Tips for a Safe Thanksgiving
As we all pause to give thanks, here are 10 tips to help you keep friends and family safe throughout the celebration. Stay in the kitchen while cooking on the stovetop. Have a working ABC, UL fire...
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Simple Tips for a Safe Holiday Season
With the holiday season in full swing, here are a few tips to help you keep the festivities safe for family and friends. While many of these tips may seem like a blinding flash of the obvious,...
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ModSpace is Boston Strong, Keeps Service Going Through the Storms
Through rain, sleet, hail and 102-inches of snow, the ModSpace branch office in Boston continues to deliver world-class service to our customers in New England. The Boston office, and the rest of our...
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5 Tips for Better Subcontractor Management in Construction
Subcontractors have become the norm at construction sites. The benefits to construction firms are plenty. But so are the risks. On the surface, a quality sub should make your job easier. Alternately, a...
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New OSHA Confined Spaces Rule Starts August 3
A new rule from Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) regulating how the construction industry operates in confined spaces will go into effect on August 3, 2015. “This rule will save...
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2 Commonly Overlooked Job Site Hazards and How to Avoid Them
June is National Safety Month, so we’ll be posting a series of safety tips, policy updates and other useful information to help you and your team stay safe on the job site, in the factory or wherever...
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Simple Tools That Improve Worksite Safety
Eliminating hazards in the factory or on the jobsite can be as easy as selecting the best tool for the job. As we recognize National Safety Month, here are a couple tools that can reduce your risk...
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New OSHA Smartphone App Gauges Risk of Heat Illness
The heat is on. And anyone working outdoors or in confined spaces is at risk for heat-related illness, such as heat stroke. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is combating heat...
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Top Trends Shaping the Future of Construction Firms
The construction industry is changing faster than ever. Customer expectations and competition are driving firms to evolve quickly or fail. That’s not necessarily a bad thing. Several emerging trends...
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Roles and Responsibilities for Communicating Safety Hazards at Construction...
With full enforcement of OSHA’s new rule for construction work in confined spaces set for October 2, 2015, construction firms large and small need to understand their roles and responsibilities for...
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Workplace Fatalities Jump in 2014
A preliminary report by the Labor Department estimated 4,679 workplace fatalities in the U.S. last year, up from 4,585 in 2013, or 2% year over year. The report is based on incomplete reporting and...
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How to Improve Safety Performance and TRIR
Keeping people injury free at work and at the job site is always the top priority. With that said, Total Recordable Injury Rate, commonly known as TRIR, is a number that can help your company assess...
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10 Tips for a Safe Thanksgiving
As we all pause to give thanks, here are 10 tips to help you keep friends and family safe throughout the celebration. Stay in the kitchen while cooking on the stovetop. Have a working ABC, UL fire...
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What’s Next for Drones in Construction?
As more construction firms consider using drones for information gathering, many are wondering what’s next for drones in construction? The latest construction-specific drones, or unmanned aerial...
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What You Need to Know Before Using a Drone on a Construction Site
There’s little doubt that the drones are here to stay for construction. Though their safe and legal use among other air traffic and over pedestrian areas is a growing concern. The Drone Act is part of...
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