Construction Management Association of America (CMAA)’s Post

🚧 𝐓𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐞 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬: 𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐤𝐬 & 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 🚧 🚧 Public Safety Risk: Tower crane accidents can cause injuries, fatalities, and property damage. ⚠️ Disruption: These incidents disrupt essential services, leading to significant consequences. 🧠 Psychological Impact: The trauma from accidents affects workers and communities. ⚖️ Legal Consequences: Construction companies may face legal repercussions. 🛠️ Safety Protocols: Strict maintenance, proper training, and industry standards are crucial. 💬 Proactive Measures: Transparent communication ensures safer construction practices. #TowerCraneSafety #ConstructionRisks #SafetyFirst #PublicProtection #BuildingSafely #AccidentPrevention

🚧 𝐓𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐞 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬: 𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐤𝐬 & 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 🚧 🚧 Public Safety Risk: Tower crane accidents can cause injuries, fatalities, and property damage. ⚠️ Disruption: These incidents disrupt essential services, leading to significant consequences. 🧠 Psychological Impact: The trauma from accidents affects workers and communities. ⚖️ Legal Consequences: Construction companies may face legal repercussions. 🛠️ Safety Protocols: Strict maintenance, proper training, and industry standards are crucial. 💬 Proactive Measures: Transparent communication ensures safer construction practices. #TowerCraneSafety #ConstructionRisks #SafetyFirst #PublicProtection #BuildingSafely #AccidentPrevention

🚧 𝐓𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐞 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬: 𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐤𝐬 & 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 🚧 🚧 Public Safety Risk: Tower crane accidents can cause injuries, fatalities, and property damage. ⚠️ Disruption: These incidents disrupt essential services, leading to significant consequences. 🧠 Psychological Impact: The trauma from accidents affects workers and communities. ⚖️ Legal Consequences: Construction companies may face legal repercussions. 🛠️ Safety Protocols: Strict maintenance, proper training, and industry standards are crucial. 💬 Proactive Measures: Transparent communication ensures safer construction practices. #TowerCraneSafety #ConstructionRisks #SafetyFirst #PublicProtection #BuildingSafely #AccidentPrevention

🚧 𝐓𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐞 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬: 𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐤𝐬 & 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 🚧 🚧 Public Safety Risk: Tower crane accidents can cause injuries, fatalities, and property damage. ⚠️ Disruption: These incidents disrupt essential services, leading to significant consequences. 🧠 Psychological Impact: The trauma from accidents affects workers and communities. ⚖️ Legal Consequences: Construction companies may face legal repercussions. 🛠️ Safety Protocols: Strict maintenance, proper training, and industry standards are crucial. 💬 Proactive Measures: Transparent communication ensures safer construction practices. #TowerCraneSafety #ConstructionRisks #SafetyFirst #PublicProtection #BuildingSafely #AccidentPrevention

Check out the latest issue of Contractors Hot Line! 🚧 This edition dives into critical topics like protecting your business from equipment theft and damage, as well as insights from Matt Ohley on balancing the holiday season with the demands of the construction industry. 📖 Explore the issue: https://lnkd.in/eH5yNeWQ #ContractorsHotLine #Construction #HeavyEquipment

𝙊𝙪𝙧 𝙣𝙚𝙬𝙚𝙨𝙩 𝙗𝙡𝙤𝙜: 𝙁𝙞𝙧𝙚 𝙎𝙩𝙤𝙥𝙥𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙞𝙣 𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙨𝙩𝙧𝙪𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣  -  𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙄𝙩 𝙄𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙒𝙝𝙮 𝙄𝙩 𝙈𝙖𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙨? Fire safety is one of the most critical aspects of construction. Among the various fire protection strategies, fire stopping plays a pivotal role in ensuring buildings are safe for occupants and compliant with legal standards. At Miller Knight, we provide professional fire stopping solutions, ensuring compliance with UK regulations and safeguarding your building and its occupants. Learn more about the importance of fire stopping and how our expertise can help protect your projects. Read the full blog here: 🔗https://lnkd.in/e3EQewqH #FireSafety #Construction #MillerKnight #FireStopping

Although the construction industry has extensive safety standards, processes, and procedures in place to keep us safe, serious accidents and dangerous events can occur at any time unless we continue to maintain a consistent focus. Every one of us must accept a greater level of responsibility for our own safety and the safety of others. #constructionsafetyweek #drivingpersonalownership #safety247 #buildingexcellence

The construction industry has four major safety hazards, known as the "fatal four." They consist of falls, being struck by an object, electrocution, and being caught in or between objects. These hazards constitute the primary causes of construction accidents, and most can be attributed to negligence or human error. Learn more about construction zone safety here: https://bit.ly/3SHvESd #MDLTrialLawyers #ConstructionAccident #WorkersCompensation

Dig deep into preventive safety strategies during #SafeAndSoundWeek and avoid safety missteps on construction sites with key strategies involving safety trenching and excavations. ⛏️ See more detailed information in our article: https://bit.ly/3Ap5MpV ⛏️ Participate in OSHA's Safe and Sound Week here: https://lnkd.in/eT8shkT #trenching #excavations #constructionsafety

In March 2014, a devastating event unfolded in Boston's Back Bay, where a spark from welding activities ignited a blaze that tragically claimed the lives of two firefighters. This incident spotlighted the critical need for stringent hot work safety regulations in construction. As professionals dedicated to building and fire safety, it's our responsibility to ensure regulations are followed to prevent such tragedies and foster a safer community. Hot Work Hazards in Construction: Hot work—encompassing welding, cutting, brazing, and soldering—is a vital component of construction that carries inherent risks. The generation of sparks and hot materials can easily ignite combustible substances, leading to fires with catastrophic consequences. The Boston incident serves as a sobering reminder of these dangers and the importance of adhering to safety protocols. Implementing comprehensive hot work programs, including permits, training, and fire watch measures, is not just a regulatory compliance issue but a fundamental aspect of risk reduction and community safety. In response to the Boston fire, legislation has been introduced to mandate better oversight, training, and accountability in hot work operations. This legislation represents a continued effort in safeguarding our workers and communities from the risks associated with construction fires. It highlights the essential role of ongoing advocacy, rigorous safety measures, and community engagement in enhancing fire safety standards. As we reflect on the lessons learned from past incidents, let's renew our commitment to fire safety and risk reduction in construction. By prioritizing hot work safety, we not only comply with regulations but also protect lives and property. Together, we can create a safer environment for everyone involved in construction activities. References: https://lnkd.in/gbEt-m6d Medsger, M. (2024). Fatal 2014 Back Bay brownstone fire behind 'hot work' bill. Boston Herald. Retrieved from https://lnkd.in/gwiVW3SF Conducting Hot Work Safely - Construction Fire Safety. (2024). Retrieved from Hot Work Safety Guide https://lnkd.in/g2R7cwUd #FireSafety #ConstructionSafety #HotWork #RiskReduction #CommunitySafety #communityriskreduction Joseph R. Cervantes, Sr. Raymond OBrocki, Esq.