Holding the line against water: Performance glazing in flood zones

Photo ©Roschetzky PhotographyBigStock/courtesy bigtockphoto.com Flooding is the most frequent and financially damaging natural disaster in the U.S., causing more damage each year than hurricanes, tornadoes, and other natural hazards combined. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) reports that more than 90 percent of flood-related property losses occur in commercial buildings, with the average claim amounting […]

Fleet Safety as a Business Strategy for Construction Companies

Construction vehicles create continuous risk exposure—from public roads to active jobsites. Contractors routinely dispatch pickups, vans and wheeled equipment to move crews, transport materials and support daily operations. Those movements carry significant risk. Transportation incidents ranked as the second-leading cause of death for construction laborers, with 75 fatalities in 2020—the highest number since 2016. At […]

The Role of Ergonomics in Preventing Soft Tissue Injuries for Construction Pros Behind the Desk

If sitting is the new smoking, some construction companies may need to take a loot at their in-office ergonomics. The construction industry places heavy emphasis on workplace safety, especially in worksites. However, the risk of physical injuries is also prevalent in office settings. Estimators, project managers, designers and executives can still be subject to soft […]