Confronting a lethal stigma—addressing mental health in the construction industry
Facing the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) revelation that male construction workers have a 65% higher suicide rate
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worker safety
Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month is over, but the construction industry must maintain its focus
A predominantly masculine workforce, high-pressure environments, remote job sites and physical strain have long been trademark elements of the construction
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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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Most common OSHA violations highlight ongoing risks
For those companies facing a slow-down in production related to the COVID-19 outbreak, it may be a good time to
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Workplace injury rates stagnant, fatalities climb, BLS finds
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that the rate of nonfatal workplace injuries was unchanged from the prior year, at
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Shutdown slows annual increase of OSHA penalties
New penalty levels will be implemented when shutdown ends and final rule can be published in the federal register. Danielle
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Workplace deaths decline in 2017, but Colorado construction deaths rise
Falls and opioid use continue to present major threats to workplace safety. Amy GuettlerAmy Guettler is a freelance writing, editing,
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A risky business—Examining suicide in construction
Although suicide rates are increasing everywhere, the construction industry bears the greater share of the burden. Danielle AndrusDanielle Andrus is
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Mobile mental health
Some mobile apps can supplement suicide counseling to reduce feelings of isolation. Danielle AndrusDanielle Andrus is the managing editor of
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How employee assistance programs can reduce construction suicide deaths
These voluntary benefits provide assistance for employees going through tough times. Danielle AndrusDanielle Andrus is the managing editor of Colorado
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