Concrete workers understand that while concrete is used everywhere, from private homes to modern roadways, the material itself creates many hazards.More than 250,000 people work in concrete manufacturing. Out of these workers, over 28,000 people are injured every year, which equals a little over 10% …

The manufacturing of concrete has come a long way since its days of crushed and burned limestone. A craft that began as a basic mixture of crushed stone, sand, and water in early civilizations has evolved into a complex industry, making up approximately 10% of US domestic gross national product. Tod …