The coronavirus pandemic has sent shock waves through the United States, shutting many industries down and changing the face of others. The construction industry has remained relatively resilient so far, thanks to its designation in many areas as an “essential service.” But the designation as an essential service, and the ability to continue operating despite…
Despite advances in safety technology and practice, construction remains one of the most dangerous industries in the United States. Every job site contains hundreds of potential hazards, in a landscape that changes on a daily basis. Annually, almost a thousand people die due to construction accidents, representing 20.7% of total private industry fatalities. Tens of…
