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Understanding Risk on the Road

Construction Business Owner

Understanding Risk on the Road. Because of the construction industry’s variable nature — transporting various types of cargo, traveling unfamiliar routes, driving under challenging road conditions and using different vehicles — construction fleets are uniquely prone to vehicular accidents. Alex Headley. Mon, 11/08/2021 - 07:30.

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Risk on the Road

Construction Business Owner

Risk on the Road. Because of the construction industry’s variable nature — transporting various types of cargo, traveling unfamiliar routes, driving under challenging road conditions and using different vehicles — construction fleets are uniquely prone to vehicular accidents. Alex Headley. Mon, 11/08/2021 - 07:30.

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The Push for Protection

Construction Business Owner

Long work hours, heavy snowfall and icy road conditions comprise snow season at its finest. As many snow and ice removal contractors know, this high-stress environment creates a slippery slope of potential injuries, equipment damage and lawsuits.

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The Importance of Tire Pressure

Construction Business Owner

You can’t see it, and typically you can’t hear it, but it’s happening to every trailer tire on the road: loss of air pressure. In the worst case scenario, it can cause serious injuries.'

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Not Just What, but Why

Construction Business Owner

As a business owner, you are sending jobsite vehicles on the road every day, and each time they leave your parking lot, they face unforeseen risk. If there is a collision, there is risk of injuries to the driver or others, damage to your vehicles and the possibility of a diminished reputation.

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Who Matters The Most? A Few Thoughts On Distracted Driving

FDR Safety

These studies include terrifying statistics on accidents, injuries, deaths, age groups most likely to be hurt, and suggestions on how to drive safer. Everyone knows to turn off the phone, keep a safe distance between cars, and all the other rules of the road. and EndDD are releasing annual studies on distracted driving.

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6 Dangers Of Falling Debris In Construction Sites

Construction Marketing

Construction is one of the most hazardous industries, with injuries occurring almost every year. Who’s Liable For Falling Debris Injuries? Regardless of the type of injury in the workplace, whether due to falling debris or poor safety practices, someone is always liable. What Are The Common Types Of Falling Debris?

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