Top Construction Site Hazards You May Be Overlooking

Construction accidents account for 20% of all workplace fatalities in the United States.…

Understanding the NPDES Permit: How to Be NPDES Compliant?

The US Clean Water Act protects public waterways by regulating how facilities discharge pollutants into the environment.…

Why Every Home Builder Needs a QA Specialist

What Is Quality Assurance in Construction?

Quality assurance in construction matters because it ensures buildings meet high standards through defined systems of planning, inspection, and verification.…

9 Best Practices for Sediment Control on Worksites

After erosion comes sediment, one of the most destructive byproducts of excess erosion to local water systems.…

Common Construction Terms and What They Mean: Glossary

Miscommunication on worksites can lead to workplace injuries and wrong tasks that delay projects and inflate budgets.…

How to Plan and Improve Toolbox Safety Meetings

Toolbox safety meetings—often referred to as “tailgate meetings” or “safety huddles”—help improve safety culture across your organization and reduce your liability.…

How Much Does It Cost to Implement a Stormwater Management Plan

Stormwater management is essential to protecting infrastructure, reducing flooding, and keeping waterways clean.…

Stormwater Runoff at a Construction Site? 10 Dos and Don’ts

According to estimates from the EPA, American households dispose of 193 million gallons of used oil yearly, greater than the 2010 Deepwater Horizon incident that spilled 134 million gallons in the Gulf of Mexico—the equivalent of more than 200 Olympic-sized swimming pools.

The Benefits of OSHA Consultation: Should I Hire a Third Party?

Occupational health and safety regulations can overwhelm businesses, especially for small to mid-sized companies juggling day-to-day operations.…

The Rheia HVAC System: What You Need to Know

Programs like energy efficiency mortgages and energy benchmarking have created the need for builders to pursue new technology to meet their energy goals.…