PGMA Urges Safe Usage of Generators on Jobsites
Portable generators are essential on today’s construction sites.
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| The Portable Generator Manufacturers’ Association (PGMA) encourages distributors and contractors, to be aware of its safety and performance standards for portable generators. |
From early-stage developments where permanent power has not yet been installed to temporary power needs that keep crews productive and projects on schedule, generators play a critical role in meeting demanding timelines across the building trades.
As with almost everything on a jobsite, safety always remains a top priority.
The Portable Generator Manufacturers’ Association (PGMA) encourages contractors, equipment managers, rental companies, and safety professionals to be aware of its safety and performance standards for portable generators.
The trade association seeks to develop and influence safety and performance standards for our industry’s products. It is also dedicated to educating consumers and tradespeople on the safe use of portable generators, developing the Take it Outside campaign to support its efforts.
If anyone on a jobsite feels sick, dizzy, or weak while a generator is operating, they are encouraged to move to fresh air and call 911 for medical attention.
PGMA says generator safety is not just a compliance issue, it’s a critical part of protecting crews, maintaining productivity, and ensuring every worker goes home safely at the end of the day.
The latest update to the standards builds upon the life-saving CO-shutoff sensor technology introduced in 2018, which is credited with a 99% reduction in fatalities by lowering the carbon monoxide shut-off thresholds.
Generators which comply with the ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 standard can further reduce the risk of injury and ensure that occupant cognition remains unaffected during instances of accidental misuse in enclosed or partially enclosed spaces.
PGMA remains committed to promoting the safe use of portable generators across construction, rental, and industrial applications.
According to the association, generators should always be operated outdoors and never inside buildings, trailers, truck beds, tents, or partially enclosed areas.
In addition, exhaust must be directed away from occupied structures and, when possible, downwind.
The PGMS emphasizes that operators should always read and follow manufacturer’s instructions and guidelines.
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