Health Hazards in Construction

  1. Overview
  2. OSHA 10 - Construction
  3. Health Hazards in Construction

Asbestos Awareness for Construction Workers

Essential information about recognizing materials that may contain asbestos, understanding the serious health risks, and knowing what to do if you encounter it on a jobsite.

Demolition Safety

Essential safety guidelines for demolition work, including hazard identification, proper planning, engineering controls, and safe work practices to prevent injuries during building demolition activities.

Hazard Communication and Chemical Safety

Essential information about OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard (HazCom), understanding chemical labels and Safety Data Sheets, and protecting yourself from chemical hazards on construction sites.

Health Hazards in Construction

Understanding the hidden dangers on construction sites that can lead to long-term health problems, including exposure to chemicals, dust, noise, and physical hazards.

Silica Dust Safety on Construction Sites

Essential information about the dangers of silica dust exposure, how to control dust-generating tasks, and protecting yourself from this serious construction health hazard.

Welding Safety Basics

Essential safety guidelines for welding operations on construction sites, including proper PPE, ventilation requirements, fire prevention, and protection from common welding hazards.

Working Safely with Chemicals

Essential guidelines for handling, storing, and using chemicals safely on construction sites, including understanding chemical hazards, proper PPE selection, and emergency response procedures.

Working Safely with Concrete

Essential guidelines for safely handling, pouring, and finishing concrete, including protection from chemical burns, silica exposure, and physical hazards associated with concrete work.

Working Safely with Paints and Solvents

Essential safety guidelines for handling paints, thinners, and solvents on construction sites, including health hazards, proper PPE, and safe work practices.