Geoffrey Grant, a supervisor with All States Construction in Killingly, Connecticut, says his team has a variety of ways to stay safe...
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Gear That Keeps You Safe, Dry and Visible in Wet Conditions
Wet weather isn't just an inconvenience. It's a safety hazard. But with the right gear, the job becomes more than just bearable....
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Identifying Safety Risks Before They Become Injuries
Employees are sometimes asked to perform certain hazardous tasks. These tasks, like trenching, confined-space entry, lockout/tagout and others involve putting our safety...
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Promoting Underground Safety Practices
NASSCO’s Health and Safety Committee recently announced the release of a new confined-space safety video available on nassco.org. This video focuses on the...
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Know the Warning Signs: Save a Life From Stroke
Strokes can happen to anyone, at any age, and even to young people.
Despite being one of the leading causes of death and...
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Stay Vigilant About CDL Requirements
Much of what the water and wastewater industry does is on the backs of commercial-size trucks. Commercial trucks require drivers with commercial...
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Prepping for Safety Inspections
Nick Steiner had his first experience with an OSHA intervention many years ago while working as a shop floor employee. Since then,...
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Balancing Comfort and Safety in Workwear for Plumbers
Plumbers are exposed to hazards such as chemicals, falls, and musculoskeletal injuries caused by lifting heavy objects. In some cases, they are...
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The Most Dangerous Plumbing Jobs Around the World
Plumbing isn’t always about clogged drains and leaky faucets. Around the globe, some plumbers take on extreme challenges that push the limits...
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Exercising Stop Work Authority
When a hazard is recognized at work, who has the authority to stop work and address the hazard? The manager, supervisor or...
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Plumbers, Protect Your Most Important Tool—Your Body
Plumbing is physically demanding, and if you don’t take care of your body, the job can take a serious toll over time....
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Get Educated on 4 Key OSHA Updates
Staying updated on the latest OSHA guidelines is crucial for maintaining safety on your job sites.
Recent developments have introduced new standards and...
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Product News - February 2025
PE Equipment trenchless 2-in-1 pipe bursting and rod pushing system
PE Equipment launched its PE-10 2-in-1 system that includes both pipe bursting and...
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Speak Up Because Your Question Could Save a Life
I’m sure you’ve heard the phrase “There is no such thing as a stupid question, except the one that didn’t get asked.”Some...













