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Evaluation of an Intervention to Reduce Trunk Flexion among Stud Workers

This study investigated the effect of an intervention system designed to reduce exposure to extreme trunk flexion among stud welders on measures of tr...

Health Insurance Coverage and Health Care Utilization Among Hispanic Construction Workers

CPWR data brief on insurance coverage and access to health care among Hispanic construction workers....

Occupational Exposures, Respiratory Symptoms, and Blood Lead Levels among Latino Day Workers in Greater New Orleans

Results of a study of Latino migrant workers in New Orleans, Louisiana. The purpose of the study was to describe the occupational experience over time...

Evidence Based Review of the Current Guidance on First Aid Measures for Suspension Trauma

A review and recommendations by the UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) on advice and guidance available on suspension trauma....

Nail Guns: Injuries, Productivity and Recommendations

Brief summary of selected research on nail guns, including links to related information – selected videos and research abstracts and reports....

CPWR Technical Report: Construction Procurement Policies That Address Health Insurance: A Cost Analysis

This study looked at the impact of Responsible Contractor Policies (RCP) on construction costs, particularly those procurement policies that sought to...

CPWR Technical Report: Analysis of Work-Related Safety & Health Hazards of Unrepresented Workers in the Iron Working Industry

This study looked at the work-related safety and health hazards of unrepresented workers in the iron working industry. Interviews were with 87 non-uni...

CPWR Return on Investment Calculator

The ROI Calculator is designed to help employers evaluate the financial impact of new equipment introduced to improve safety. The site includes exampl...

Hispanic Employment in Construction

This data brief tracks and measures the reduced Hispanic entry to the construction labor force after the economic downturn....

NIOSH Health Hazard Evaluation: Genesis Steel Services, Inc., Baltimore, MD

NIOSH HHE finds ergonomic risks when manually tying rebar with a pliers, and that a battery powered tier (BPT) and extension handle can reduce them....