Construction Chart Book 7th Edition Features 39 Interactive Data Dashboards
The 39 interactive Data Dashboards in the 7th edition of the Construction Chart Book-The U.S. Construction Industry and Its Workers let users examine key topics in the industry–businesses and owners; employment and income; illnesses and injuries; hazards and exposures; and more–in greater detail than ever before. The Chart Book is also available in its traditional form as a downloadable PDF.
WHAT’S NEW
Resources for Safer Summer Work
Hot weather has already reached some parts of the country, exposing construction workers to illness, injuries, and even death. Learn how to help keep workers safe and healthy in the heat, including our Toolbox Talk, Hazard Alert and infographics on the topic, as well as valuable information from organizations like NIOSH and OSHA.
New Fact Sheet on Using Cut-Off Saws Safely
CPWR’s review of OSHA’s Fatality Inspection Data revealed numerous fatal and serious injuries involving cut-off saws, highlighting the severe risks created by improper use. Our new fact sheet provides essential safety information on proper cut-off saw operation to help prevent struck-by injuries, fatalities, and exposure to hazardous silica dust.
NEW PUBLICATIONS FROM RESEARCH
WEBINARS
Tuesday, September 15th at 6:00 PM Eastern
Preventing Suicide in Construction: Actions Anyone Can Take to Help
We’ve seen a small but significant decline in suicide deaths across the U.S. construction industry the last few years, but there are still FIVE TIMES as many workers dying from suicide than from traditional work-related hazards. To address many of the industry-related factors such as a lack of paid leave and high-pressure environment, action from leaders and decision makers is required. But we can all do something to help.
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