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Quality Control on the Jobsite
- By Rick Duncan
- Added on Feb 02, 2026
In the competitive world of spray polyurethane foam (SPF) contracting, time is money. Every minute spent on paperwork or testing feels like a hit to productivity and profit margins. But here’s the reality: proper jobsite quality control (QC) isn’t just a formality—it’s a critical safeguard for your business. When installation issues arise, documented QC records can mean the difference between a quick resolution and a costly dispute and repair. read more

Clearing the Air
- By Rick Duncan
- Added on Dec 15, 2025
As the Technical Director of the Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance (SPFA), one of my ongoing responsibilities is responding to support line calls from the public. A recurring concern I hear—often weeks or even months after installation—is about lingering chemical odors following interior spray foam or coating applications. read more

Stay Cool. Stay Safe. Tennessee Chill Box Has You Covered.
- By Tennessee Chill Box
- Added on Jun 17, 2025
When it comes to tough work environments, safety is non-negotiable and heat exhaustion is no joke. The Tennessee Chill Box is designed to provide clean, temperature-controlled air, ensuring that workers have the comfort and protection they need to stay focused and safe. This air-conditioned respirator system offers high-CFM output, dual-user capability, and mobility—making it a powerful solution for industries where reliable, breathable air is essential. read more

Heat Stress Prevention: Elevate Worker Safety with Tennessee Chill Box
- By Tennessee Chill Box
- Added on Jun 10, 2025
As temperatures rise, heat-related illnesses become a silent but deadly threat to workers in high-heat environments. Whether in construction, manufacturing, industrial maintenance, or fire safety, prolonged exposure to extreme heat can cause heat exhaustion, heat stroke, and severe dehydration—putting lives at risk and reducing productivity. read more

New OSHA PPE Rule: Ensuring Proper Fit for Construction Workers
- By Construction Dive
- Added on Jan 17, 2025
Starting Monday, OSHA's new PPE standard will require construction employers to provide properly fitting safety gear for workers. The rule applies to all PPE, including hard hats, gloves, goggles, and harnesses, and aims to prevent secondary hazards and ensure maximum protection. Employers must ensure a variety of sizes and types of gear are available, particularly to accommodate diverse body types. read more

PDA Kicks Off 2025 with First Applicator Level One Course
- By Provided by Polyurea Development Association (PDA)
- Added on Jan 07, 2025
Join us February 24 - 26, 2025 at MCC Equipment & Service Center for PDA’s first Applicator Level One training course of the year! This two and a half day course covers a wide range of topics beneficial for new and even seasoned applicators. Dates: Monday, February 14 - Wednesday, February 26, 2025 Times: 8 AM - 5 PM (Monday/Tuesday); 8 AM - 1:30 PM (Wednesday) Location: MCC Equipment & Service Center (2705 East Main Street, Plainfield, IN 46168) read more

Fall Protection: OSHA's Top Safety Violation in 2024
- By Provided by PaintSquare
- Added on Nov 26, 2024
For the 14th year in a row, Fall Protection—General Requirements has topped the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s most frequently cited workplace safety standards for fiscal year 2024. read more

Drumming Up Safety
- By Rick Duncan
- Added on Sep 13, 2024
As spray polyurethane foam (SPF) contractors, we are all aware of the chemical exposure and general hazards associated with construction jobsites. However, one often overlooked daily activity is the proper handling and disposal of 55-gallon drums. read more

Proposed Rule Announced to Protect Workers from Extreme Heat
- By U.S. Department of Labor
- Added on Jul 09, 2024
The U.S. Department of Labor has released a proposed rule with the goal of protecting millions of workers from the significant health risks of extreme heat. If finalized, the proposed rule would help protect approximately 36 million workers in indoor and outdoor work settings and substantially reduce heat injuries, illnesses and deaths in the workplace. read more

Department of Labor Approves Update to Better Protect Workers, First Responders
- By OSHA
- Added on Jun 04, 2024
On May 2nd, The Department of Labor announced a final rule from its Occupational Safety and Health Administration that will update the current Hazard Communication Standard to better protect workers by improving the amount and quality of information on labels and safety data sheets and allow workers and first responders to react more quickly in an emergency. The updates take effect on July 19, 2024. read more

National "Stand Down Week" Sparks Conversations on Workplace Fall Prevention
- By ACC
- Added on May 07, 2024
Among construction employees, falls from elevation remain the leading cause of death, accounting for 395 of 1,069 deaths in the industry according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. In its continued effort to spread awareness of fall hazards in the workplace, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is hosting its annual National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction May 6th – 10th. read more

OSHA Unveils 2023 Injury and Illness Statistics Report
- By OSHA
- Added on Apr 24, 2024
Last week, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration published its 2023 injury and illness data. The data was collected under the agency's new Improve Tracking of Workplace Injuries and Illnesses regulation, which was published July 2023. read more