While the hazards faced in construction are in some ways similar to those in other industries, there are unique issues that safety professionals and contractors must consider.
Implementing a safety and health management system is much more challenging in the construction industry. These challenges can include low-bid processes; transient workforces; environmental conditions because of outdoor working situations; multi-employer worksites; and an always-changing job site.
While many elements go into creating a positive safety culture in construction, here are five important issues for safety professionals and contractors to consider when addressing worker safety.
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