Construction Safety Day

03/27/2022

REGISTER for L&I and Washington State Governor's Industrial Safety & Health Advisory Board's 14th Annual Construction Safety Day to be held in the virtual space on Wednesday, March 30, from 8 AM to 4:15 PM.

Hear from experts sharing their knowledge on various topics, including Mental Health For You and Your Team, Asbestos Awareness Overview, Recent Changes in ANSI Standards, and more. Review the schedule for more details.

The cost is $25 for the entire day-long series of meetings and break-out sessions. Recordings of each session will be available to attendees through the event's virtual lobby for 30 days.

Safer Cargo Transport: Why TorkStrap Could Be a Smart Addition

09/30/2025

On any job site, safe transport of tools, equipment, and materials is just as important as what happens inside the work zone. Too often, accidents happen because cargo wasn’t properly secured.

Many of us have relied on bungee cords and ratchet straps for years. They get the job done—most of the time. But as you know, they also come with their own risks: bungees can snap back with dangerous force, causing severe injury, and ratchets can loosen over time or crush cargo if over-tightened. That’s where newer options like the TorkStrap come in.

Roof Safety Matters: Preparing for Fall Debris and Clean-Up

09/05/2025

Fall is just around the corner, and with it comes wet leaves, pine needles, moss, and other debris piling up on rooftops. For ROII participants, roof clean-up is a necessary task this time of year—but it can also be one of the most hazardous.

Slips and falls remain one of the leading causes of injuries in construction. On metal roofs, the combination of rain and seasonal debris can quickly create unsafe conditions, even for experienced workers.

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