We’re nearing the end of Work Zone Awareness Month in Maryland, but that doesn’t mean that drivers and pedestrians can forget everything they’ve learned about work zone safety. The last week of April is National Work Zone Awareness Week, a… Read More
Work zone safety isn’t just crucial for construction workers — even with contractors and crews following all relevant safety best practices, pedestrians and drivers can play a significant role in work zone safety. While most of us still remember a… Read More
Work zones and detours can make any commuter groan in frustration, but they’re a vital part of construction and road maintenance. Speed reduction in these areas is often necessary to bolster safety and keep pedestrians, workers, and drivers accident-free. But… Read More
As we enter Work Zone Safety Awareness Month, some of our readers may find themselves struggling to recall their drivers’ ed lessons on work zones. How much slower should you drive? What do all of the signs mean? While work… Read More
As hot mix asphalt season begins, construction crews are moving out in full force to maintain Maryland’s infrastructure. All kinds of construction projects occur on and near Maryland’s roadways, often with fast-moving traffic just a few yards away. Every worksite… Read More
Personal protective equipment, or PPE, has been a hot topic in the news lately. Shortages of N95 masks, disposable gloves, and other essential items are creating challenges for first responders and medical professionals everywhere. Although N95 masks, nitrile gloves, and… Read More
When large machinery is present on a worksite, everyone involved needs to be aware of safety best practices. This is particularly true when dump trucks are involved. There are many different safety hazards that dump truck drivers must take into… Read More
If you are a dump truck driver, you know how important safety is. Not only is your safety on the line when you work, but the wellbeing of others is also at risk. No matter what material you are dumping,… Read More
There are lots of safety concerns on a construction site, and one of the biggest concerns excavation and trenching. Excavation is defined by OSHA as any man-made cut, trench, or depression in the surface of the earth that has been… Read More
Safety always needs to be the top priority of any construction project. The typical construction worker needs to wear all sorts of personal protection equipment in order to stay safe while on the job. This includes items such as hard… Read More