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June marks National Safety Month, a critical time for the construction industry to reflect on workplace safety practices and renew commitments to protecting workers. With construction consistently ranking among the most dangerous industries in America, this annual observance serves as both a reminder and a call to action for companies seeking to reduce preventable injuries and fatalities.
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month; a reminder that protecting your workers' mental health is just as important as safeguarding their physical well-being.
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As construction season ramps up, so does the risk to those working on or near our nation’s roads. According to the US Department of Transportation, there is one work zone fatality for every 4 billion vehicle-miles traveled and for every $112 million spent on roadway construction. And those numbers are rising. Between 2020 and 2021, work zone fatalities increased by 10.8%, while overall roadway fatalities rose by 10.3%.
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Prioritizing safety is always good for business. Construction companies with a strong safety culture tend to experience increased productivity, reduced costs and improved employee morale.
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Understanding Construction’s Unique Risks and How to Protect Workers
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Construction has long been a male-dominated industry. Men currently make up nearly 90% of all workers, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Yet women are making strides. As the industry continues to struggle with filling positions, more women are being considered.
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Managing an employee workforce requires using several types of HR technology to cover processes from recruitment to retirement, and everything in between. But knowing which solutions will serve you best can be confusing. You need tools that work together - not those that require redundant manual entry. As construction HR leaders, you also need software that addresses the specific industry challenges like managing and communicating with a shrinking, mobile workforce.
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While safety hazards in construction can grab headlines, overall worker health is also a concern.
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The construction industry has been challenged with a worker shortage for some time.
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Construction companies, manufacturers and contractors face unprecedented challenges in maintaining a skilled, compliant workforce while managing tight schedules and shifting safety regulations. Construction firms report difficulty finding qualified workers, making learning management system software and employee performance management software crucial for business success.