Category: Safety@
Concrete Burns: What You Need to Know
The general public may see freshly poured concrete and think it’s just an opportunity to “leave their mark,” but concrete pros know fresh material can cause serious concrete burns to anyone who isn’t careful. (That includes professionals and everyday citizens alike.) Here are a few things you need to know about this chemical burn danger. [caption id="attachment_982" align="alignright" width="331"] Improper handling of wet concrete can [...]
Concrete Work Safety: Looking Beyond Traditional Job Site Considerations
Fall prevention, personal protective equipment (PPE) and on-the-job training are important aspects of construction and concrete work safety, but they aren’t the be all and end all. The truth is, there are a myriad of other issues that come into play on the job site which can have lasting effects on team members’ health. In this blog post, General Chipping takes a moment to consider [...]