June is National Safety Month! Every week, Neumann Safety Manager James Machamer will share industry insights to promote National Safety Month and help foster a safer work environment. This week’s topic is Managing Workplace Stress. Stress. The word itself may be...
Announcing Neumann Heart Fund 2023 Non-profit Recipients
2023 Neumann Heart Fund grant recipients’ representatives with Neumann employees. 2023 Neumann Heart Fund grant recipients’ representatives with Neumann employees. Neumann Brothers awarded $25,000 to organizations serving Iowans through employee-led charitable giving...
Safety Spotlight: Eye Health
Thousands of employees go blind each year from work-related eye injuries that are preventable with the proper use of eye and face protection. OSHA requires employers to provide eye and face protection to safeguard against chemical, environmental, radiological, and...
Safety Spotlight: Tool Safety & Machine Guards
Did you know improper machine guarding is among the top 10 citations issued by OSHA? Neumann Brothers’ Safety Manager James Machamer shares how we can reduce the risks associated with tools, machines, and equipment on the job site.Manufacturers design their tools and...
Safety Spotlight: Warm Weather Safety
The warm summer months bring a significant increase in weather temperatures and humidity levels. Neumann Brothers’ Safety Manager, James Machamer, discusses the severity of heat-related illnesses and the impact on our team members in the construction industry. ...
National Safety Month: Emergency Preparedness and Job Site Management
June is National Safety Month! Every week, Neumann Safety Manager James Machamer will share industry insights to promote National Safety Month and help foster a safer work environment. This week’s topic is Emergency Preparedness and Job Site Management. No industry of...
National Safety Month: Slips, Trips, & Falls
June is National Safety Month! Every week, Neumann Safety Manager James Machamer will share industry insights to promote National Safety Month and help foster a safer work environment. This week’s topic is Slips, Trips, and Falls. Slips, trips, and falls were the...
Safety Spotlight: Mental Health
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Neumann Brothers’ Safety Manager, James Machamer, has a passion for mental health awareness and encourages open conversations about these delicate topics. “There is no easy way to approach subjects like mental health or suicide...
National Safety Month: Ergonomics and Musculoskeletal Disorders
June is National Safety Month! Every week, Neumann Safety Manager James Machamer will share industry insights to promote National Safety Month and help foster a safer work environment. This week’s topic is Ergonomics and Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs). What is...
Safety Spotlight: Distracted Driving
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month. Today, driving on the road is more dangerous than ever before! Neumann Brothers’ Safety Manager James Machamer shares how to be less distracted and avoid costly mishaps on the road. Taking the time to emphasize safe driving...
Safety Spotlight: Heart Health, CPR, and AED
February isn’t just for love – it’s also an excellent opportunity to discuss heart health! This month, we’re highlighting the importance of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training, automated external defibrillator (AED) training, and first aid (FA) training. The...
Safety Spotlight: Cold Weather
January is an excellent time of year to discuss cold weather safety tips. Neumann’s Safety Manager James Machamer is here to help you stay safe and warm on the job! Winter snow has settled across Central Iowa construction projects and provides an excellent reminder to...
Safety Spotlight: Employee Wellness
This December, we are highlighting the importance of Employee Wellness with our Stretch & Flex Program. Neumann’s Safety Manager James Machamer provides great information for maintaining and improving employee health – both on and off the job! Promoting Safety...
Safety Spotlight: Carbon Monoxide
November is Carbon Monoxide Safety Month. Neumann Brothers’ Safety Manager James Machamer shares the dangers of the “invisible killer” and how to stay safe on the job site. Carbon Monoxide Basics Eyes (CO cannot be seen), Nose (CO cannot be smelled), Ears (CO cannot...
Safety Spotlight: Fire Protection
The month of October is dedicated to Fire Protection Month. Neumann Brothers’ Safety Manager, James Machamer, shares some basics for reducing fire risks on the jobsite. Fire Protection Basics Fire protection on construction projects begins with proper planning. From...
Safety Spotlight: Best Practices for Newcomers
By Alec Schaufenbuel As new workers join the construction industry, it is important to remember that not everyone understands general construction procedures, including safety procedures and best practices. Things that seem second nature or common sense to those of us...
Safety Spotlight: Pre-Planning for Safety
Project and task pre-planning is more common and necessary in today’s construction industry than ever before. Having the rights tools and products exactly when you need them, leads to a safer, faster work pace, and more efficient construction – which could result in...
Safety Spotlight: Excavations
Excavation is the process of moving materials such as earth or rock. In construction, excavation is used to create building foundations and roads by trenching, digging, or dredging with tools or equipment. Excavation sites on a construction project are some of the...
Safety Spotlight: Ladders
Ladders are common equipment on construction projects, allowing workers access to work spaces that are not easily reachable from the ground. However, care should always be taken on or around ladders. Using and climbing ladders is a daily occurrence on jobsites and...
Safety Spotlight: Machine Guarding
By Alec Schaufenbuel Foremen and Superintendents hold weekly meetings with their crews to discuss various safety topics ranging from fall protection to crane signaling. These meetings provide everyone an opportunity to discuss safety in general and the issues that...




















