A partial building collapse in the Bronx on Monday, January 12, 2026, prompted an emergency response from city officials and renewed scrutiny of demolition safety practices. According to authorities, the incident occurred at 57 East Burnside Avenue, near Walton Avenue, when part of a building wall gave way and collapsed…
The construction industry is essential but dangerous, with workers exposed to multiple risks like falls, machine hazards, and chemical exposures. Safety interventions, like pre-task planning (PTP) and personal protective equipment (PPE), mitigate these dangers. The latest Data Bulletin of the Center For Construction Research and Training (CPWR) analyzes the safety…
2 construction workers suffered serious personal injury after a ceiling collapsed on them during renovation work at the Orchard Beach Pavilion. Construction accidents can have severe consequences, not only for the workers involved but also for their families and the construction companies responsible. Last week’s accident at the Orchard Beach…