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Regularly scheduled toolbox talks or safety meetings provide opportunities to reinforce safety protocols, discuss current working conditions and potential hazards and address specific risks associated with ongoing activities on site. These meetings should be a forum for open dialogue where safety concerns can be voiced and addressed promptly.\r\n2. Inspect Equipment Daily\r\nPrior to any work commencing, foremen and crews must conduct thorough daily inspections of all equipment and machinery. This includes cranes and heavy equipment, scaffolding, power tools and personal protective equipment (PPE). Ensuring that equipment is in proper working condition reduces the risk of accidents due to preventable failures.\r\n3. Enforce Personal Protective Equipment Use\r\nPPE is a critical line of defense against workplace injuries. Supervisors should enforce the use of appropriate PPE such as helmets and hard hats, gloves, eye protection, hearing protection and high-visibility clothing. It's equally important to ensure that PPE fits properly for all crew members and is in good condition to provide maximum protection.\r\n4. Monitor Workers\u2019 Health and Well-being\r\nConstruction work is physically demanding, especially in adverse weather conditions. Supervisors should monitor workers for signs of fatigue, dehydration or heat stress, particularly during hot weather. Encouraging regular breaks, hydration and maintaining a healthy work-life balance can help prevent health-related incidents on site.\r\n5. Implement Fall Protection Systems\r\nAccording to OSHA, falls are the leading cause of serious injuries and fatalities in construction. Supervisors must ensure that appropriate fall protection systems such as guardrails, safety nets and personal fall arrest systems are in place and used correctly, especially when working at heights exceeding six feet.\r\n6. Keep the Site Organized and Clean\r\nA cluttered or disorganized work site is not only inefficient but also hazardous. Foremen should make sure their crews maintain clear walkways, properly secure and store materials and promptly remove debris and scraps. Keeping the site organized reduces the risk of trips, slips and falls caused by out-of-place items.\r\n7. Promote Communication Site-Wide\r\nEffective communication is essential in a dynamic construction environment. In addition to discussing important safety matters at daily meetings, Supervisors should also ensure that hazard warnings and safety procedures are clearly communicated to all workers through signage, radios and hand signal (particularly in noisy or busy areas of the site) and in normal conversation.\r\n8. Enforce the Use of Safe Lifting Techniques\r\nImproper lifting techniques can lead to serious back injuries for crew members. Supervisors should train all workers on safe lifting practices and ensure the use of mechanical lifting aids such as cranes or hoists when handling heavy materials. Encouraging teamwork for lifting tasks can also mitigate risks.\r\n9. Ensure Proper Training for All Workers\r\nCompetent workers are safer workers. Supervisors must ensure that all personnel are adequately trained for their specific tasks, including handling hazardous materials, operating machinery and tools and using safety and craft-related equipment. Ongoing training should be provided to keep skills current and address new safety challenges.\r\n10. Develop and Follow Emergency Procedures\r\nConstruction sites are inherently risky environments where emergencies can occur. Supervisors should develop comprehensive emergency procedures that include evacuation plans, designated muster points and protocols for first aid and emergency response. Regular drills and training sessions ensure that all workers are prepared to respond effectively in crisis situations.\r\nEnhancing Leadership Skills \r\nThese tips can help make a construction project safer, but it takes the right kind of leader to implement them properly.\r\n\r\nNCCER's Construction Foreman Certification Program offers invaluable training for supervisors looking to improve their professional skills. This program covers critical areas of field leadership, including important health, safety and communication topics, that equip foremen and supervisors to effectively manage teams and promote a safe and productive culture on site.\r\n\r\nBy prioritizing these essential safety tips and investing in professional development, construction job site supervisors can play a pivotal role in safeguarding the well-being of their teams and achieving operational excellence.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;"
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                "name": "Jonathan Arnholz",
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            "tags": [
                "construction safety",
                "Construction Safety Week",
                "Safety"
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            "fullContent": "Safety Begins with Education\r\n\r\nAcross the construction industry, one truth remains constant: Safety is not negotiable. It's a core value that underpins every task, every crew meeting and every project milestone. But safety isn\u2019t something that simply happens. It\u2019s built, intentionally, starting with education.\r\n\r\nTraining the workforce of tomorrow means instilling a mindset where hazard recognition, risk assessment and prevention are second nature. It's why forward-looking organizations are rethinking how we educate craft professionals\u2014not just reacting to incidents, but preventing them before a shovel ever hits the ground.\r\n\r\nAt the heart of this shift is a simple belief: Building a strong workforce means building a safe workforce. And leveraging modern educational technologies can be the key to developing safety-focused craft professionals.\r\n\r\nSafety-Enhancing Tools and Technology\r\n\r\nToday\u2019s technology gives construction education a new advantage in the fight against jobsite hazards. By blending traditional training methods with innovative tools, we\u2019re preparing workers not just to perform tasks, but to perform them safely and with confidence.\r\n\r\nSimulation-based learning is one powerful example. Simulators allow trainees to experience the realities of operating heavy equipment in a controlled, risk-free environment. Mistakes become learning moments, not emergencies. Muscle memory, decision-making and situational awareness develop long before workers are exposed to the demands of an active site.\r\n\r\nInteractive digital modules and eLearning platforms also bring hazard identification to life. Trainees engage with real-world scenarios, spotting risks and applying strategies to control or eliminate them. This active participation strengthens understanding and embeds safe behaviors deeply, bridging the gap between theory and real-world application.\r\n\r\nImportantly, this technology is not a replacement for hands-on experience; it\u2019s a complement. It enables workers to build a foundation of safety before ever stepping onto a live jobsite, creating a culture where identifying and mitigating hazards is ingrained from day one.\r\n\r\nTraining for Prevention, Not Just Reaction\r\n\r\nTraditionally, many safety programs have focused on responding effectively after something goes wrong. But today\u2019s construction leaders understand that true safety excellence comes from prevention.\r\n\r\nModern curriculum frameworks embed safety concepts at every stage of training. Rather than siloing safety into standalone modules, they weave it through all aspects of craft education\u2014from the basics taught in a core curriculum to the specific techniques outlined in advanced craft training.\r\n\r\nLessons emphasize:\r\n\r\n \tConducting proactive risk assessments before work begins\r\n \tImplementing hazard control strategies\r\n \tDeveloping comprehensive safety plans\r\n \tRecognizing the early warning signs of potential incidents\r\n\r\nThis approach produces craft professionals who don\u2019t just comply with safety standards\u2014they internalize them, think critically about risk and take ownership of jobsite wellbeing.\r\n\r\nSafety as a Standard Across All Company Sizes\r\n\r\nSafety excellence isn\u2019t reserved for large, well-resourced contractors. Companies of every size, from small family businesses to multinational firms, benefit from adopting consistent, technology-enhanced training.\r\n\r\nSmaller firms often face the challenge of limited resources for extensive training programs. Scalable digital learning tools and simulators level the playing field, making high-quality safety education accessible without the need for massive training budgets. Meanwhile, larger organizations leverage these technologies to maintain consistency across sites and teams, ensuring that every worker receives the same rigorous foundation.\r\n\r\nThe bottom line is when safety training is standardized and elevated through technology, everyone wins. It means fewer incidents, better productivity and stronger reputations\u2014and most importantly, more workers going home safely at the end of every day.\r\n\r\nThe Future of Construction Safety Technology\r\n\r\nAs construction projects become more complex, the risks increase and so does the need for smarter, more effective safety training. Technology will continue to drive this evolution.\r\n\r\nWe see a future where even more immersive simulation tools, predictive analytics and performance-based digital assessments will help companies not just react to incidents, but forecast and prevent them. Training programs will become even more personalized, adaptive and proactive, supporting a workforce that is as skilled in hazard recognition and prevention as it is in craft excellence.\r\n\r\nBut no matter how much technology advances, safety always starts with education. The commitment to building a safe workforce must be intentional, sustained and embedded into the culture of every project and every company.\r\n\r\nA Call to Lead by Example\r\n\r\nFor leaders across construction\u2014whether overseeing training, workforce development or jobsite safety\u2014the challenge is clear: Champion education that makes safety second nature. Invest in tools and programs that prepare workers to think critically about hazards, not just follow checklists.\r\n\r\nThe safest jobsites of the future won\u2019t be built by chance. They\u2019ll be built by workers who were trained to anticipate, prevent and lead with safety from the very beginning.\r\n\r\nIn the end, safety isn\u2019t a box to check\u2014it\u2019s the foundation we all build upon.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nInterested in receiving more great construction news, research and content from NCCER?\u00a0Click here to join our mailing list!"
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.nccer.org/?p=20022",
            "url": "https://www.nccer.org/newsroom/nccer-in-the-news-business-com-9-steps-for-building-a-successful-construction-business/",
            "title": "NCCER In The News: Business.com \u2013 9 Steps for Building a Successful Construction Business",
            "content_html": "<p>Jennifer Wilkerson, VP of Innovation and Advancement at NCCER, was recently quoted in an article on Business.com about how to successfully build and grow a construction firm. &#160; Article Excerpt:\u00a0 ...</p>\n<p>The post <a href=\"https://www.nccer.org/newsroom/nccer-in-the-news-business-com-9-steps-for-building-a-successful-construction-business/\">NCCER In The News: Business.com \u2013 9 Steps for Building a Successful Construction Business</a> appeared first on <a href=\"https://www.nccer.org\">NCCER</a>.</p>\n",
            "content_text": "Jennifer Wilkerson, VP of Innovation and Advancement at NCCER, was recently quoted in an article on Business.com about how to successfully build and grow a construction firm. &#160; Article Excerpt:\u00a0 ...\nThe post NCCER In The News: Business.com \u2013 9 Steps for Building a Successful Construction Business appeared first on NCCER.",
            "date_published": "2025-05-02T15:56:38-04:00",
            "date_modified": "2025-05-02T15:56:38-04:00",
            "authors": [
                {
                    "name": "Jonathan Arnholz",
                    "url": "https://www.nccer.org/newsroom/author/jarnholz/",
                    "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/88ffc880d70a4f9cdd5e972624528a7f78134b18792c91f9b22699e2f090febf?s=512&d=mm&r=g"
                }
            ],
            "author": {
                "name": "Jonathan Arnholz",
                "url": "https://www.nccer.org/newsroom/author/jarnholz/",
                "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/88ffc880d70a4f9cdd5e972624528a7f78134b18792c91f9b22699e2f090febf?s=512&d=mm&r=g"
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            "tags": [
                "Craft & Industry",
                "Workforce Development"
            ],
            "type": "NCCER in the News",
            "fullContent": "Jennifer Wilkerson, VP of Innovation and Advancement at NCCER, was recently quoted in an article on Business.com about how to successfully build and grow a construction firm.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nArticle Excerpt:\u00a0\r\n\r\nAccording to Jennifer Wilkerson, VP of Innovation and Advancement at the construction education nonprofit NCCER, proper training \u2014 or a lack of it \u2014 affects \u201cretention, loyalty, engagement, ability to attract new talent and company reputation.\u201d Wilkerson also noted that with more Gen Zers (the \u201cToolbelt Generation\u201d) entering the trades, contractors should expect to provide structured training pathways. \u201cThey want a clear career path with training that helps them get there.\u201d\u00a0\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re starting from scratch, Wilkerson recommends first identifying what kind of training your team needs. They could need craft skills, field leadership or apprenticeship programs. Then you decide whether you\u2019ll build training internally or seek help from outside trade education organizations or local community colleges.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nTo read the full article, click here."
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