7 Construction Safety and Health Trends That Minimize Risk
Viewpoint Construction Technology
MARCH 7, 2022
Construction is one of the world’s most dangerous industries, but modern technologies and strategies are helping reduce jobsite risks.
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Construction Safety Week: 3 Small Things Your Company Can Do to Mitigate Jobsite Risks
Viewpoint Construction Technology
APRIL 26, 2022
Construction is a dangerous job, but contractors that take Construction Safety seriously can see an ROI boost with lower costs and healthier employees.
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Viewpoint Technology Awards – Call for Submissions
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JULY 5, 2018
Every year, we give our customers the chance to showcase the new, innovative ways they have used software to transform their business through our Viewpoint Technology Awards. The number one core value at Yates is safety. The company goes to great lengths to train employees on safety protocol and preparedness.
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Cold Weather Safety Tips for Construction
Viewpoint Construction Technology
DECEMBER 7, 2017
When one side of the world is focusing on heat safety, the other is ramping up for cold weather worker exposure. At Viewpoint, we ensure you’re always on top of what’s happening in your area. Plan to prevent cold weather safety issues at your jobsites. Consider wind chill. Monitor the wind chill to keep workers safe on the job.
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Mitigate Construction Risk at Project Closeout
Viewpoint Construction Technology
NOVEMBER 27, 2018
Risk and construction projects go hand in hand. From tracking safety issues and compliance on the jobsite, to ensuring that regulatory and contractual obligations are met, to correctly accounting for all of the job costs, payments and other financial data […].
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4 Strategies to Avoiding Rising OSHA Fines in Construction
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JANUARY 31, 2018
Risk management is an inherent part of the job in the constru ction industry. The government doesn’t take incidents like this lightly, as evidenced by the fact that the cost of penalties levied by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is rising. Safety is a serious matter.
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211 Construction Worker Safety Issues: Weighing in on Silica Standards
HardHatChat
MAY 24, 2016
Construction worker safety is a priority for Englewood Construction. Like most successful construction firms, Englewood Construction makes construction worker safety a top priority. While it was exciting to share our viewpoints with the Tribune, what happened next was even cooler. I was more than happy to weigh in. Chuck Taylor.
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The Importance of Security Investments in Construction
Viewpoint Construction Technology
NOVEMBER 15, 2017
Gregg Schoppman of Viewpoint partner FMI emphasizes the importance of being good custodians of our own data and our clients’ data, as well as how the role of IT departments and risk management has changed. There’s so much information being communicated back and forth that the safety and protection of this data should be top of mind.
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6 Tips to Successfully Lead Construction Teams
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JUNE 28, 2017
From project management to estimates and bids, Viewpoint has the construction tools to make all workers perform to the best of their ability. Follow and enforce safety protocols. Safety can often be underestimated by workers if their supervisors do not properly communicate safety procedures and potential risks to be aware of.
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Project Managers: Learn to Maximize Your Software Use at Collaborate 2018
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JULY 25, 2018
This is your opportunity to maximize the value of your Viewpoint software for your role in project management. Learn all about to how to better manage your project teams using Viewpoint software solutions. Mitigating the Risks of Quality and Safety. Building an Information Bridge Between Field and Office. So Much More.
9 Ways to Improve Construction Safety with Heavy Machinery on the Worksite
Viewpoint Construction Technology
APRIL 3, 2024
Heavy-highway jobsites are always at risk for safety risk in the firld. Check these 9 boxes to help your construction crew prioritize jobsite safety.
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5 Ways Leading Contractors Keep Their Clients Happy
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JUNE 6, 2019
However, by using leading-edge construction technologies that improve productivity, mitigate project risks, reduce errors and boost collaboration, contractors can streamline processes to make it easier to achieve on-time, on-budget projects. Solutions like Viewpoint Team are bringing entire project teams together in real time.
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Test Your Construction Industry Knowledge!
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JANUARY 29, 2019
Reduce risk and increase safety. Viewpoint conducted research that demonstrated construction organizations are using data and analytics to streamline current workflows and increase project profits. Subscribe to our Viewpoint Surveyor blog. Click here and a Viewpoint expert will show you how. All of the above.
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State of the Construction Industry: April Roundup
Viewpoint Construction Technology
APRIL 30, 2019
New construction technologies to attract younger workers, a push toward green building and the good and bad news in safety — these highlight some of the top stories in April. The AGC and Willis Towers Watson honored 57 contractors in April for their commitment to construction safety. A full list of all 57 winners is available here.
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OSHA Focus Four: Targeting Physical and Financial Loss
Viewpoint Construction Technology
SEPTEMBER 5, 2012
This week, I’m pleased to welcome David DeVita, a safety expert with 20 years of experience, from Carolina Safety Consultants. As I’ve said before, the importance of safety programs goes far beyond the need to comply with standards and regulations. First and foremost, safety programs save lives.
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205 The Top 5 Surveyor Posts of 2017
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JANUARY 3, 2018
The Top 10 Takeaways from Viewpoint Collaborate 2017. Were you able to attend our Viewpoint Collaborate 2017 User Conference in October? Scheduling regular safety training is important, so plan for it in the new year. Risk management. 5 Cool Bridges You May Not Have Heard Of.
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Using Business Intelligence to Gain a Competitive Edge
Viewpoint Construction Technology
OCTOBER 25, 2017
Risk management. Be it legal, safety, costs, or delays, construction is a high-risk business. Staying in control of risk requires an analytical understanding of its causes as well as an efficient and timely response. BI helps pinpoint risky behavior early for faster and more cost-effective mitigation.
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Accelerated Bridge Construction Explained
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JUNE 20, 2018
This new method reduces traffic disruptions and risk for both drivers and construction workers, since it shortens the time it takes to install a bridge over a roadway. The Benefits and Risks of Prefabricated Bridges. Increased worker safety. To learn about how Viewpoint can help your business mitigate risk, get in touch.
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10 Ways Technology Is Closing the Productivity Gap
Viewpoint Construction Technology
MARCH 14, 2018
At Viewpoint and throughout the construction industry, productivity has been a popular topic of discussion. This eliminates the need for paper records that someone would have to input into an on-premise software system later on, as well as the risk of losing documents or incorrect information being recorded. Increase Jobsite Safety.
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State of the Construction Industry: February Roundup
Viewpoint Construction Technology
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
Worker safety, adapting to change and technology and innovation driving the future of the construction industry were some of the themes we saw highlighted in industry news throughout February. Reducing safety incidents is a top priority in the construction industry. Continued Safety Incidents Highlight Need for Better Oversight.
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173 Service and Field Managers: Collaborate 2018 is For You!
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JULY 31, 2018
From best practices in mobile device management to tracking equipment and materials to improving safety practices, you’ll learn how to better equip your field or service staff with the tools and information they need to get work done faster, better and safer. Realizing Efficiencies with Viewpoint Field Tools.
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130 Mobile Solutions Empowering Field Teams to do More
Viewpoint Construction Technology
APRIL 11, 2019
Additionally, a survey performed during a recent Viewpoint webinar indicated that close to 100 percent of a construction organization’s employees have smart phones. Manage issues from the field: Keep track of project risks and issues in real time, with a simple-to-use issues log. Here are just a few: View OSHA quick cards for training.
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Data Analytics Trends in Construction
Viewpoint Construction Technology
OCTOBER 23, 2018
Reducing Risk and Increasing Safety. All contractors should track data related to safety issues. Injuries, safety inspections and other information must be recorded and in some cases submitted to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. Bidding Smarter and Winning More Work.
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Uncertain Times Call for Construction Technology Growth
Viewpoint Construction Technology
APRIL 2, 2019
Intuitive software and mobile technologies are mitigating project and safety risks, reducing costs and reducing project management headaches. Want to find out how Viewpoint can help? Are you planning or in the middle of a transformation? Or, is your organization still making due with the systems you have in place?
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237 Asbestos Still Life Threatening for Construction Workers
Viewpoint Construction Technology
MAY 9, 2018
was put on hold when air quality inspectors found signs of asbestos and no evidence the developer hired a certified contractor to remove the toxic material, putting workers’ lives at risk. Though construction workers face contamination risks at work, their loved ones face the same issues at home. What’s So Dangerous About Asbestos?
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State of the Construction Industry: May Roundup
Viewpoint Construction Technology
MAY 29, 2018
This month, we’ve seen a number of stories related to safety on the jobsite, including information about silica and asbestos. Yet we’ve also seen practical insights into how construction technology can improve worker safety. OSHA and State Safety Agencies Write More Than 100 Silica Citations in 6 Months.
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Garney Construction’s Josh Snow Discusses the Skilled Labor Challenge
Viewpoint Construction Technology
OCTOBER 2, 2018
In the first of a new series of exclusive Viewpoint client Q&A sessions, Josh Snow, project engineer with Garney Construction, gives his take on the construction labor challenges facing our industry. Viewpoint: How do you see technology changing how work is done on the jobsite and in the back office?
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162 State of the Construction Industry: October Roundup
Viewpoint Construction Technology
OCTOBER 30, 2018
We’ve seen topics like technology, the labor shortage and safety in the headlines all year long, and this month is no exception. The benefits of automation may be significant: increased safety on jobsites, reduced labor costs, increased operational efficiency, greater productivity.
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Mobile Tech Gains Traction on Construction Jobsites
Viewpoint Construction Technology
APRIL 5, 2018
Lower risk of errors and quicker mitigation of problems and mistakes when they occur. Viewpoint Field View, for example, is a cloud-based browser and offline-capable mobile solution that helps manage jobsite activities, produce field reports and facilitate collaboration on construction jobsites. Efficient project management.
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Top 10 Contractor Mistakes
Viewpoint Construction Technology
MAY 14, 2019
Neglecting Safety Measures. Modern technologies have made it significantly easier to ensure that all-important safety steps get followed. We’re seeing wearable, connected safety equipment to monitor things like heart rate, heat and stress levels and more. It can come to workers and the public at large.
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296 Big Data for Big Gains in Construction
Viewpoint Construction Technology
APRIL 19, 2017
Gathered by BIM and construction software management like Viewpoint , it can enhance productivity, safety, and efficiency on the job. Historical data can be analyzed to pick out patterns and probabilities of construction risks to steer new projects toward success and away from pitfalls.
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130 State of the Construction Industry: March Roundup
Viewpoint Construction Technology
MARCH 29, 2018
At Viewpoint, we work with contractors every day to help them find the best solutions for their organizations and we know these professionals are committed to improvement. The takeaway: Contractors who do not comply with OSHA’s electronic recordkeeping rule risk receiving a violation and a fine as high as $12,934.
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200 State of the Construction Industry: August Roundup
Viewpoint Construction Technology
AUGUST 30, 2018
Even if you’re busy, we recommend taking a look at this month’s top headlines in construction news, especially since some pertain to seasonal safety and the industry’s labor market. They concluded that OSHA’s threshold for occupational heat risks — currently 91 degrees — should be lowered to 85 degrees.
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208 Championing Regulatory Compliance with the Right Construction Management Software
Viewpoint Construction Technology
NOVEMBER 5, 2018
With violations often resulting in enormous fines and serious punishments (a case in point is the current ramifications of using polyethylene core-filled panels currently affecting firms in Melbourne), companies are placed in a position where they walk on tiptoes or risk putting their operations in hot water.
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130 Contractors Should Beware of Recovery Risks | ENR: Engineering.
ENR Construction
JULY 22, 2012
Safety & Health. Contractors Should Beware of Recovery Risks. Description: Contractors face recovery risk when they take on too much work after they’ve depleted their staff, cash and other resources. Risk management. Safety and health. BONUS: ENR Future Tech & ENR Risk Review at no additional charge.
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Why lab designers should aim to ‘speak the language’ of scientists
BD+C
APRIL 22, 2024
Our labs must serve the needs of end users, cities, and institutions while also meeting ever-higher environmental and safety standards. This helps us design lab spaces with better flow and usability, as well as decreasing the levels of risk. It helps us solve the related challenges of risk and sustainability.
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Why You Need Integrated Construction Software
Viewpoint Construction Technology
FEBRUARY 4, 2019
Put simply, disconnected systems increase risk. Field employees record daily safety and progress reports by hand/email/word doc. Integrated, cloud-based software like Viewpoint’s JobPac is helping modern contractors streamline processes and achieve higher productivity and profitability. Why is Integration Important?
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Viewpoint: The Case for Neutral, Third-Party Schedulers | ENR.
ENR Construction
JULY 22, 2012
Safety & Health. Viewpoint: The Case for Neutral, Third-Party Schedulers. Any proposed schedule revisions would be evaluated by a neutral party, who could weigh the risks and rewards from an objective standpoint. Viewpoints: Worth Another Look. When Language Obstructs Safety. View all Viewpoints » -->.
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50 Business Intelligence for Construction is On the Rise & It’s Obvious Why Contractors are Loving It
Viewpoint Construction Technology
FEBRUARY 7, 2019
Each project carries a significant amount of risk including countless safety issues, stringent regulations or contractual obligations, weather delays, lack of qualified labor, subcontractor performance and inconsistent cash flows, just to name a few.
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204 Sounding Off — Construction Professionals Talk Emerging Technologies
Viewpoint Construction Technology
FEBRUARY 5, 2019
We decided to survey clients on our Viewpoint Network on their thoughts as to what new technology developments and concepts have them exited, why moving to the cloud is important for contractors continued success and how to best address resistance to technology changes in construction organizations.
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Why It’s Critical to Have a Sound Cybersecurity Strategy
Viewpoint Construction Technology
MARCH 13, 2019
In a recent podcast on the topic with cybersecurity expert Bryce Austin , principal of TCE Strategy, he broke down some of the risks lurking in the shadows. And if we let our guard down or allow unprotected pathways to unwanted interactions, we run the risk of being taken advantage of. And for cyber criminals it’s big business.
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34 New Construction Technology Worth Contractors’ Attention
Viewpoint Construction Technology
MARCH 27, 2018
And in some cases, they increase safety, since people don’t need to enter potentially hazardous areas around a site to see how things are going. These integrated construction software solutions improve productivity, mitigate risks and increase profitability. Drone images are also helping contractors monitor progress on projects.
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189 DOT Lets States Shift $473M Unspent on Earmarks to Other Projects.
ENR Construction
AUGUST 17, 2012
Safety & Health. Risk management. Safety and health. BONUS: ENR Future Tech & ENR Risk Review at no additional charge. Power & Industrial. Water & Dams. Rebuilding Japan. Gulf Oil Spill. Building Types. Construction Methods. Sustainability. Haiti Reconstruction. Economic Stimulus. Banking & Credit Crisis.
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69 Rethinking Traditional Construction Project Management—Part 1 of 5
Viewpoint Construction Technology
MAY 17, 2018
Project managers have to be, or at least should be, involved with everything from labor and payroll issues to accurate accounting and job costing, to inventory and materials, to safety and compliance issues.
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