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Protecting Your Flatwork
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…
Stormwater Management Best Practices
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…
How To Create A Fire Safety Plan
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.…
Laser Levels: Accuracy Is Job One
"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,…
How To Choose And Use Slings
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…
Don’t Underestimate the Danger of Falling Objects
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…
Serious Fall Protection For Contractors
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…
Bloodborne Pathogen Safety Plan
When coworkers attempt to provide aid, it is not uncommon to be exposed to blood.
Choosing The Right Work Gloves
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…
How To Apply Concrete Joint Filler
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.…
