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NYC Construction Safety Blog
Your trusted source for NYC construction safety updates, DOB compliance requirements, and Site Safety Training (SST) guidance.
Our Safety Blog provides clear, practical, and up-to-date information for construction workers, supervisors, contractors, and site managers across New York City. We break down current NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) requirements, explain how safety training is verified on job sites, and clarify what real compliance means during inspections.
Whether you need guidance on OSHA courses, SST cards, Worker Wallet verification, scaffold training, or DOB-approved certifications, our blog helps you stay informed, prepared, and fully compliant.
Stay ahead of inspections. Stay compliant. Stay safe.


2026 NYC Construction Safety Compliance Checklist (OSHA & SST Guide)



National Safety Stand‑Down 2026: Protecting Construction Workers in NYC



Why Some NYC SST Worker Cards Get Revoked — and How to Avoid It



Scaffold Safety Training in NYC: Supported Scaffold Certification Explained



NYC SST Supervisor Card: Requirements, Training & How to Get It



Hazard Communication Training. Who Is This Training For?



How Your SST Worker Card Appears in Training Connect: What NYC DOB Inspectors Actually See



What’s the Difference Between Virtual and Physical SST Cards?



NYC SST Card Renewal: Step-by-Step Guide & Common Mistakes to Avoid



Why Do You Need an NYC SST Worker Card — and Why OSHA 30 Still Matters



Don’t Let Your SST Card Expire: Why You Must Renew It Before the Deadline



OSHA 10 vs. OSHA 30 vs. 40-Hour SST Card: What Do You Actually Need?



Local Law 196: Ultimate Guide for NYC for Workers, Supervisors, and Employers



How to Stay Ready for NYC DOB Inspections and OSHA Requirements (2025 Guide)



Scaffold & Sidewalk Shed Reforms in NYC: What Changed and How to Comply



Flagger Safety Training in New York: Why It Matters



Now Open: HighRise Safety — Fast Certification Built for NYC’s Workforce



Fall Prevention Training in New York


Understanding SSP (Site Safety Plan)


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