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Location: College Park, MD - University of Maryland Project Dates: Started: June 21, 2018 Project Scope:  Install estimated 19,000 sq/ft of traffic bearing membrane onto the existing garage surface.  Detail and transition all conditions…

Starting at the base of the problem Experienced contractors know that producing quality concrete flatwork begins with the proper preparation of the slab support system. Using proper compaction techniques, contractors efficiently transform…

Location: El Paso, TX Contractor: Joint Venture between Abrams-Kiewit Project Dates: Began fall of 2015, expected finish late 2019 – early 2020 Project Scope: 12 miles Products: CTS Rapid Set® Mortar Mix and WunderFixx® The I-10…

Decrease Dust and Increase Productivity In 2016, the updated standards comprising OSHA’s final ruling around dust collection went into effect. The revised document directs contractors on their responsibilities to prevent exposure to their…

Concrete Finish Work Is On The Rise Flatwork and decorative concrete contractors are benefiting as building owners and designers realize the payoff of tastefully exposed concrete surfaces. Not only are they less costly to maintain, but…

Weathering the Storms Early last year, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued new regulations for "operators of construction activity” that involves more than one acre. Since 1992, contractors working on these type of projects…

Do I Need A Fire Safety Plan? Jobsite fires are more common than you might think. Thousands of construction fires break out each year for a variety or reasons, resulting in devastating property damage, personal injury and even death.…

"Close" is not good enough on today’s jobsites. Close is not good enough on today’s jobsites. Contractors must be right-on with every control mark. Workers must comply with project specifications that include tight construction tolerances,…

General Use of Different Types of Slings In this article we'll explore the different types of slings and which ones to use in various applications. If you're good at math there's a section on calculating sling capacity. If you're not good…

The New Dropped Object Standard Has Passed Newsflash! In mid-July the Dropped Objects Standard 121-2018 was approved by ANSI (American National Standards Institute) and ISEA (International Safety Equipment Association). This new standard…

Is Falling Really That Big Of An Issue? Why does OSHA dedicate so much time and energy to Fall Protection? The answer is simple but alarming. Falls continue to be the leading cause of death in construction. According to Bureau of Labor…

When coworkers attempt to provide aid, it is not uncommon to be exposed to blood.

Think gloves are gloves? Think again. It’s an increasingly important safety consideration to know what level of protection is offered by the gloves your work crew wears. It’s not just about how well they fit or how long they last. Do they…

Let's Fill This Joint! Although there are many brands of concrete joint fillers out there, I think we can agree that the installation process is similar for most. If you’re new to the game, here is a step-by-step overview of the basics.…

Why You Need An Automated External Defibrillator (AED)

Location: 2100 Arden Way, Sacramento, CA 95825 Project size: 18,900 square feet Contractor: QuestMark Project dates: Novemeber 2017 - December 2017 Products: Rapid Set® TXP™ FAST, TRU® PC A Perfect Solution For Cracked, Colored…

OSHA is handing out some hefty fines OSHA is serious about reducing construction worker exposure to respirable dust. By the end of the first quarter of 2018, OSHA and state safety agencies have reported issued 116 violations to OSHA …

Ladder Safety Improper ladder use can lead to fatalities Unfortunately, one of the tools concrete contractors use most often can be the most dangerous. Improper ladder use plays a part in one of every three fatalities on today’s jobsites.…