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Changing the Safety Conversation

Construction Business Owner

Traditional safety planning for construction projects is largely based on past experience and knowledge of common hazards and how to avoid them. Safety professionals are often tasked with creating a safety plan based on 2-D documents with little to no input into the design and construction process.

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How Construction Business Owners Can Overcome Digital Hurdles

Contractor Bookkeeping

From project management software to drones and Building Information Modeling (BIM), construction business owners leverage these tools to enhance productivity, improve safety, and boost profitability. The construction industry has also experienced a significant transformation in recent years, driven by technological advancements.

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Technology Trends In Construction Improving Job Site Safety

Construction Marketing

As I mention on my website LeverInjuryLaw.com construction workers have one of the most dangerous jobs out there, and incorporating more technological gadgets can certainly help with worker safety where applicable. It can be incorporated in the safety of workers- the age-old problem in construction.

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Boost Construction Performance with Technology

Construction Business Owner

Balancing innovation with safety can be challenging. Additionally, machine learning algorithms can be trained on extensive datasets to create cost prediction models. Its a double-edged sword companies must become more digital to stay ahead of the competition, but more data and information hosted online increases risk.

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7 Tips for Contractor Workplace Safety: Safe + Sound Week

Safety Services Company

In today’s fast-paced contracting industry, contractor workplace safety is not just a priority—it’s a commitment. Participating in OSHA’s Safe + Sound Week offers numerous benefits that extend beyond safety and compliance. Cultivating a culture of security and efficiency starts with these safety measures.

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Survey Says Truck Fleets Using New Safety Features

Construction Equipment

Fleet Advantage has announced the results of its latest fleet industry benchmarking survey showing the impact new safety technologies have had on transportation fleets, how many fleets are still driving older-model trucks, and the leading reasons motivating upgrade decisions. The survey also shows…

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How BIM is empowering safety on site

Lets Build

In most cases, the discussion around Building Information Modeling (BIM) tends to focus on the potential efficiency and financial benefits that it may entail for the construction industry. Nevertheless, BIM can significantly contribute to the prevention of severe accidents on site, as well. Construction is one of the most hazardous.

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