It goes by names like the Energy Wheel or “Stuff That Can Kill You” – STCKY – and it originated in the energy industry. That’s appropriate because it is designed to arm workers with the skills to recognize hazardous sources of energy, from gravity to temperature to radiation. The Energy Wheel has been used in …
The California Construction and Industrial Materials Association (CalCIMA) has honored one individual and six companies for their efforts to keep the state’s surface mines safe. This year is the 17th for the Excellence in Safety Awards, which recognize those efforts and outstanding safety leadership. Ten industry experts participated in the judging. The awards are not …
Associated General Contractors of California has honored eight individuals and organizations with Construction Safety Excellence Awards. The awards were announced at AGC’s recent conference. The Safety Professional of the Year (SPY) will be announced at the organization’s annual meeting in February 2025. Here are the rest of the winners: Jose Castellanos, senior field superintendent for …
With the death of a 27-year old construction worker last week in a trench collapse in San Diego, California has experienced three such fatalities since June of 2023. Cal/OSHA’s Division of Occupational Safety and Health cited two employers in the 2023 cases and is investigating the latest incident. The employee was killed in San Diego’s …
Underground and heavy/civil/highway construction is one of the most hazardous sectors of an already hazardous industry. United Contractors, a statewide trade association representing union-signatory construction companies doing this work, recognizes 17 individuals and companies dedicated to “maintaining and advancing safe working environments.” The Recognizing Excellence, Awareness and Leadership in Safety (R.E.A.L.) awards pay tribute to …
Longtime tree-care professional Jeff Buchanan says brush chippers should have passive “presence-sensing” devices that would automatically stop the machines if an employee gets too close to the branch-chewing rollers. He, in fact, has invented such a device that is being marketed around the country, and he wants Cal/OSHA to require such devices, though not exclusively …