Construction Industry Makes Progress on Worker Safety

New BLS data found that workplace fatalities increased nearly nine percent in 2021. During the same span, deaths in the construction industry actually decreased slightly. We'll have a full breakdown of that data coming soon, including hazard trends to watch out for and which groups are most at risk.

In the meantime, check out our top 10 articles of 2022. Many of the topics covered will continue to drive major safety and health discussions in 2023. Read More

Road Workers Are Now Classified as Vulnerable Road Users
New guidance from the Federal Highway Administration makes it clear that LIUNA members and other roadway workers are vulnerable road users. Find out how this important change can help contractors secure funding for safety measures like positive protection. Read More

LIUNA Signatory Contractor Barton Malow Takes a Proactive Approach to Safety
How do you pull off building a massive battery plant while still training workers to work safely and giving them a voice on the job? Ask Barton Malow, who did just that with assistance from LIUNA Training of Michigan and their mobile training unit. Read More

How can wearables keep construction workers safe? In this video, Ryan Papariello of the Fund's OSH Division hosts a Q&A about current and future wearable technologies with guests Kyle Hubregtse, CEO at Kenzen, and Dr. Emanuele Cauda, Director of Direct Reading and Sensor Technology at NIOSH.

Mindfulness Works Just as Well as Medication for Anxiety
New research found a daily meditation program reduced anxiety by about 20 percent - the same amount as popular anti-anxiety medications. For people who are hesitant to try therapy or want to avoid medication, this low-risk option is worth a try. Read More

When It Comes to Calories, Quality Matters
“This idea of ‘a calorie in and a calorie out’ when it comes to weight loss is not only antiquated, it’s just wrong,” said Dr. Fatima Cody Stanford. To help consumers identify quality, nutrient-dense foods, the FDA is taking a look at which foods can be labeled "healthy." Read More

During cold, wet and windy conditions, workers are at increased risk for cold stress. Learn how cold stress happens, the signs and symptoms and how to prevent this potentially dangerous condition on your site.

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