Winter weather can turn an ordinary jobsite into a safety hazard overnight. ROII Field Representative Jesse Balbin shares practical tips for preparing your jobsites, crews, and equipment for the colder months, plus a simple cold-weather readiness checklist you can put to use right away.
Falls from ladders remain one of the leading causes of injury in construction. The good news: most ladder incidents are preventable with proper setup and use. If you’re using an extension ladder on the jobsite, following the correct angle and setup procedures is critical.
Ladders remain one of the most common sources of injuries on construction jobsites. Slips, shifts, and unstable ladder placement can quickly lead to falls—often resulting in lost work time, medical costs, and long recovery periods.
One simple way contractors can reduce this risk is by improving ladder stability at the top contact point.