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Articles and resources on safety practices and equipment for trades and DIY work.

A collapsed second-floor deck showing damage and exposed spray foam insulation, illustrating DIY renovation risks.
Safety

DIY spray foam risks second floor load paths nationwide

A recent incident in Ohio saw a second-floor deck collapse, which investigators linked to altered load paths from a DIY exterior renovation project, highlighting a growing, unmonitored risk in homes n

Rick Donovan· May 22· 4 min read
Vast Alaskan landscape with distant smoke plumes under an ominous sky, a ranger in the foreground symbolizing preparedness for the wildfire season.

Alaska prepares for 2026 wildfire season amid challenges

Ben Foster · May 3
Construction worker performing tasks at height with tools securely tethered, emphasizing workplace safety and the prevention of dropped objects.

Tool tethering market growth forecast to reach $1.2B by 2035

Ben Foster · Apr 25
Elderly and disabled farmers safely and efficiently operating advanced, accessible farm machinery, showcasing the positive impact of universal design.

Universal Design Tools Boost Farming Safety and Accessibility

Ben Foster · Apr 23
Winchester firefighter holding new SCBA equipment, symbolizing improved safety and readiness thanks to a state grant.

Winchester Fire Department Receives State Grant for Safety Equipment

Ben Foster · Apr 11
Massachusetts firefighters in full gear inspecting new safety equipment, including thermal imaging cameras and turnout gear, inside a modern fire station, symbolizing enhanced readiness.

Massachusetts Awards $5 Million in State Grants to Fire Departments for Safety Equipment

The Healey-Driscoll Administration has awarded $5 million through its Firefighter Safety Equipment Grant program, providing critical funding for turnout gear, thermal imaging cameras, and other essential tools to 307 fire departments across Massachusetts.

Ben Foster· Apr 1· 4 min
Massachusetts firefighter in full modern safety gear, standing confidently in front of a fire station, symbolizing enhanced protection from recent state grants.

Massachusetts Fire Departments Receive $5 Million in Safety Equipment Grants

Over 300 Massachusetts fire departments are receiving a total of $5 million in state grants to purchase essential safety equipment. This funding will enhance protection for first responders across the Commonwealth.

Ben Foster· Apr 1· 4 min