Can workers be too safe?
Builders who have been frustrated by an injury on a jobsite, should familiarize themselves with the concept of risk compensation.
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Labor and Safety
Little change in construction jobs in Q2 2021
Construction jobs held steady in the second quarter, falling less than a percent each month, but there could be choppiness ahead, NAHB notes.
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Musculoskeletal disorders triple opioid use among construction workers
Prescription opioid use quadrupled for construction workers who have an injury associated with their MSD, but training can mitigate the impact.
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Construction jobs continue to recover in Q1 2021
Construction jobs continued to recover in the first quarter, although new jobs trended down in Colorado, data show.
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Building up diversity in the construction industry
Increasing diversity in construction can help builders solve long-standing labor challenges, and increase opportunities for innovation.
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Fringe benefits—Why builders should reconsider construction wellness programs
Construction wellness programs could help builders and contractors create safer jobsites by taking a holistic approach to workers’ health.
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Curing understaffed builders: A dose of diversity
Expanding the ranks for women and people of color in construction can help builders address labor shortages and increase innovation.
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Unemployment continues to haunt Colorado
Colorado has struggled with unemployment caused by the pandemic compared to other states, while construction jobs slowly recover.
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8 things builders need to know about COVID-19 vaccinations
Builders are within their rights to require employees to get COVID-19 vaccinations, but they should lay out a clear and concise plan.
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Workforce challenges ahead for subcontractors in 2021
Safety, supply chains and, of course, COVID-19 are just a few of the challenges subcontractors will face in 2021.
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