worker safety Archives - Colorado Builder Magazine

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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

2019 OSHA penalties will increase when the shutdown ends. (Photo: Kostayantin Pankin, Dreamstime)

New penalty levels will be implemented when shutdown ends and final rule can be published in the federal register.

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Falls and opioid use continue to present major threats to workplace safety.

Men are nearly four times as likely as women to take their lives.

Although suicide rates are increasing everywhere, the construction industry bears the greater share of the burden.

Some mobile apps can supplement suicide counseling to reduce feelings of isolation.

Some mobile apps can supplement suicide counseling to reduce feelings of isolation.

EAPs give employers a way to help employees help themselves.

These voluntary benefits provide assistance for employees going through tough times.