Sumitomo Corporation has strengthened its foothold in the U.S. construction equipment market with its subsidiary, Sunstate Equipment Co., acquiring Trench Shore Rentals, Inc. (TSR), a firm specialized in renting trench safety gear. This move highlights Sumitomo's strategy to tap into the expanding
Understanding the New Legislative Framework The Impact of the Building Safety Act 2022 The Building Safety Act introduces stringent regulations to enhance the safety of High-Risk Buildings (HRBs). It incorporates a three-gateway system within the construction phase to ensure rigorous oversight at
The construction industry is evolving as the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) launches its Principal Contractor Competency Certification Scheme (PCCCS). This scheme is a response to past incidents and represents a step toward increased professional accountability and enhanced safety
Ontario's bustling construction sector is preparing for a significant tribute to workplace safety as Occupational Health and Safety Week (May 5-11) nears, with palpable excitement for the recognition of outstanding safety leaders. These champions of injury prevention and on-site safety protocol
Breaking New Ground in Safety Compliance The Dawn of Real-Time Monitoring The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has partnered with SpaceX to revolutionize construction safety through the Jobsite Safety Satellite System (JSSS). Termed "The Eye in the Sky," this advanced system
Provo City is actively improving the 800 North corridor to enhance safety near Brigham Young University. This area, especially around the duck pond, is a hotbed for accidents due to the intermingling of cars and pedestrians. Efforts are being made to address these safety issues, which have been a
