Industry Blog
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Heat Stress Safety: Key Facts and Tips for Outdoor and Tower Crews
Heat stress is one of the leading causes of weather-related workplace deaths in the U.S., and for construction and tower crews, the…
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What Went Wrong: Lessons from an Arc Flash Incident
What looked like a routine maintenance task turned into a serious arc flash incident in seconds. A technician expected a routine inspection, but…
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OSHA’s Top 10 Violations: Predictable Hazards, Preventable Failures
If the same workplace safety violations appear on OSHA’s Top 10 list every year, they’re not surprises — they’re preventable failures. Each year,…
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5 of the Most Dangerous Jobs of 2025
Many of the most dangerous jobs in 2025 involve working at height, exposure to energized systems, heavy equipment, and environmental stressors such as heat…
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Tariffs, Supply Chains, and Safety in the Electrical Construction Industry
Rising tariffs on key construction imports are reshaping the electrical industry—driving up costs and straining supply chains. But while materials may be harder to secure, safety is one area you can’t afford to cut back.
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The High Costs of Neglect: Top OSHA Penalties in 2025
OSHA’s Top 10 penalties of 2025 show fines from $284,000 to $4.1 million. Repeated violations, poor fall protection, and blocked exits drove the costliest cases—highlighting why compliance and strong safety practices are critical to avoiding similar mistakes.
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RF Safety Monitors: A Critical Tool for RF Safety in the Workplace
When working in environments with radio frequency (RF) radiation, safety is not just a priority – it’s a necessity. Whether maintaining communication towers, handling…
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Workplace Safety: Hard Hat Colors
On a worksite, hard hats do more than meet a requirement—they serve as critical pieces of personal protective equipment (PPE), safeguarding workers from head…
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Holiday Season Safety: Tips from LBA University
The holiday season is a magical time filled with celebrations, family gatherings, and beautiful decorations. However, the season also brings unique safety challenges—especially when…
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Understanding OSHA’s New Heat-Related Work Law Update
Heat stress is a critical concern for workers, especially those in outdoor or high-temperature environments. In response to rising incidents of heat-related…