Blog: Safety

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The FTI blog brings you the latest industry news from our team of experts, with topics including engineering, electrical installation, industrialized construction, technology, renewable energy, wellness, safety and productivity and more.

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08.13.2025 | Electrical Installation

Humans and Robots Collaborating on Safety

At FTI, safety is paramount. Tools like 3M’s Cable Quality Preparation System (QPS) robot enhance MV work safety and efficiency.

06.25.2025 | Safety

Staying Safe in the Heat: Why Smart Habits Matter on the Jobsite

Heat is part of the job, but heat illness doesn’t have to be. Learn how to spot the warning signs and practice smart habits to stay safe when temperatures rise on the jobsite.

06.04.2025 | Career Development

Leading with Care: A Day in the Life of a Safety Manager

Go behind the scenes with FTI’s safety leader Christina Mitchell to see how she brings people-first leadership to the world of construction safety.

03.19.2025 | Distributed Energy Resources

Celebrating National Renewable Energy Day: How FTI is Leading the Way

As we celebrate National Renewable Energy Day, see how FTI’s Excellerate® facility brings clean energy to life and powers a sustainable future.

02.26.2025 | Culture

The Heart of FTI: 9 Ways to Keep American Heart Month Beating All Year

Keep American Heart Month beating all year! Check out nine FTI-approved ways that you can support heart health in 2025 and beyond.

01.08.2025 | Culture

Memorable Moments 2024: A Successful and Important Year at FTI

As a world-class company committed to excellence, 2024 was especially gratifying for FTI. From established, essential business relationships to new, exciting connections, we’re humbled by the trust put in our capabilities and partnerships.

11.13.2024 | Safety

From Hazards to Habits: Applying Safety Lessons Learned in Construction

In the fast-paced world of construction, staying safe takes more than just following rules; it takes commitment to learning from every experience.

08.21.2024 | Safety

Understanding and Implementing Operational Risk Management

In the construction industry, it's common practice to begin each day with a job hazard analysis. This typically involves a comprehensive list of potential hazards on the jobsite, accompanied by a generic plan for prevention.

07.31.2024 | Safety

Safely Acclimating to Heat in Construction

Heat acclimation is a critical process for all construction workers who work in hot environments. Through continual exposure, the human body is capable of adapting to hot conditions, leading to physiological modifications that improve its ability to withstand heat.

07.24.2024 | Safety

Doing the Little Things Right

Over the past several years, FTI and our Excellerate manufacturing division have experienced rapid growth. That growth has increased team member resources and provided the opportunity for larger and more complex products.

05.21.2024 | Safety

Safety Recognition Weeks in Manufacturing

Safety recognition weeks bring opportunities to focus on enhancing workplace safety protocols, updating training procedures and addressing emerging challenges.

05.06.2024 | Safety

Construction Safety Week: Empowering Your Team for a Safer Tomorrow

Safety Week focuses on valuing every voice in the construction industry. Enlisting ideas and involving all team members helps build a true culture of safety.

03.19.2024 | Safety

Navigating the Safety-Productivity Conundrum

Balancing workplace safety with productivity is a concern for organizations, but both can be optimized through a true safety culture.

02.28.2024 | Safety

Creating Mentors for a Safer Culture

From providing guidance and support to serving as role models and advocates for safety, jobsite mentors play a crucial role in maintaining a culture of safety within an organization.

02.01.2024 | Safety

Safety Advantages Gained Through Industrialized Construction

By incorporating safety into each step of the industrialized construction process, FTI drives efficiency, streamlines processes, reduces downtime and fosters innovation.

01.31.2024 | Safety

A Deep Dive Into the Hierarchy of Controls

The application of the hierarchy of controls in the workplace enables you to navigate safety effectively, prioritizing measures that truly make a difference.

12.19.2023 | Safety

Enhancing Jobsite Safety Through Mentorship

Connecting safety education with mentorship enables the development of construction professionals who excel in their craft while prioritizing safe work.

10.24.2023 | Safety

The Dangers of Incremental Justification in Construction Safety

Repeated exposure to potentially hazardous jobsite tasks can breed complacency, and workers may begin to overlook safety protocols. It's critical to prevent this behavior.

09.19.2023 | Safety

Safety, Productivity and Quality in the Workplace

The link between safety, productivity and quality is the cornerstone of a successful project. Neglecting any one of these elements can lead to a breakdown of all.

06.06.2023 | Safety

Tips for Ensuring an Effective Safety Audit Program

To ensure an effective safety audit, data must be collected, analyzed and communicated efficiently to identify trends and implement any necessary improvements.

09.27.2022 | Safety

Understanding Ergonomic Hazards in the Workplace

Work-related musculoskeletal injuries are the most frequently reported causes of lost or restricted work time in the construction industry. Although these injuries are common, they are easily preventable with proper planning and preparation.

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