Construction Business Owner
OCTOBER 30, 2015
According to the U.S. Department of Labor, approximately 4,585 workers were killed on the job in 2013, and 58 percent of those workers died while working on construction sites. The leading causes of death were falls, being struck by an object, electrocution and being caught between objects. Eliminating these "fatal four" causes of death would save close to 478 workers' lives in America each year.
FDR Safety
OCTOBER 30, 2015
General contractors at construction sites are being held to a higher level of responsibility for coordinating the safety activities of contractors when it comes to confined spaces in what may be a little-noticed provision of a new OSHA standard. OSHA described the new standard on confined spaces in construction as including “more detailed provisions requiring coordinated activities when there are multiple employers at the worksite.
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Constructonomics
OCTOBER 25, 2015
There was a time — and it wasn’t too long ago — when what it meant to build something changed little over the course of hundreds of years. There were artisans, tradesmen, skilled laborers, and a certain finite set of tools that craftspeople relied upon to make everything from the local palace to the local mill. Of course, the Industrial Revolution and the ensuing Technological Revolution has changed all that.
Green Building Law Update
OCTOBER 25, 2015
People across the United States are seeking alternatives to conventional energy sources. Motivations vary from concerns over global warming to increasing energy independence, and hedging against rising fuel costs to because it is chick to be green. Advances in solar technology have made photovoltaics a much sought after energy alternative. But a 2008 study by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory found that less than 27% of residential rooftops are suitable for hosting an on site photovoltaic
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HardHatChat
OCTOBER 21, 2015
Englewood’s Facilities Management Group notes that fall is an ideal time to address seasonal maintenance concerns and make sure building systems are ready for winter. Here in Chicago, the arrival of October means the season’s first snowfall and blast of cold weather could come any day. While I’m far from eager to start thinking about when snow-mageddon will hit, the change of seasons is a great time to talk about how your national commercial contractor can help make sure your facility is ready f
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Construction Business Owner
OCTOBER 30, 2015
Unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), commonly referred to as drones, represent an enormous growth industry with potential uses across many trades. Drones are well suited for applications in construction, agriculture, energy, wireless communications, insurance, search and rescue, law enforcement, firefighting, real estate, photography and film.
FDR Safety
OCTOBER 27, 2015
Safety professionals concerned with safety, efficiency and compliance should have the concepts of “acceptable risk” and “feasibility” in the forefront of their thinking. I have had numerous clients in the past couple of years confronted with OSHA citations and unworkable suggestions by the agency. In every case, the “acceptable risk” and “feasibility” of lockout/tagout or machine guarding was the central issue.
Construction Equipment
OCTOBER 30, 2015
The construction industry is expected to grow at an average annual rate of 3.9 percent over 2016-2020, according to a report by Timetric’s Construction Intelligence Center (CIC).
Green Building Law Update
OCTOBER 18, 2015
I had an opportunity some days ago to speak at length with Vicki Worden, the Executive Director of Green Building Initiative. Readers of this blog will be interested in what this thought leader in the green building movement has to say. We spoke after the public comment period commenced on the GBI’s revision to its Green Building Assessment Protocol for Commercial Buildings that forms the basis for the current version of Green Globes for New Construction.
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Construction Marketing Ideas
OCTOBER 31, 2015
Col. Steven A Baker, Wilmington District Commander of the Army Corps of Engineers at a military-construction event in North Carolina. Obviously, he communicates (rightfully) quite a bit of authority. There’s plenty of research that authority — or perhaps more painfully, perception of authority — carries a lot of marketing weight. If you really are the “acknowledged leader” in a speciality or area of expertise, you can command sky-high prices, and have people waiting
Mr Ethics
OCTOBER 28, 2015
Dear Mr. Ethics, I have recently graduated from engineering college. I was hired by a great mechanical engineering firm. I regularly attend project presentations with the senior staff. One particular senior member is a great guy who probably knows more than I ever will. My problem is that when we do our presentations he never corrects the potential client when they refer to him as a PE.
Construction Business Owner
OCTOBER 30, 2015
According to the U.S. Department of Labor, approximately 4,585 workers were killed on the job in 2013, and 58 percent of those workers died while working on construction sites. The leading causes of death were falls, being struck by an object, electrocution and being caught between objects. Eliminating these "fatal four" causes of death would save close to 478 workers' lives in America each year.
FDR Safety
OCTOBER 20, 2015
New OSHA recordkeeping rules that went into effect this year are creating confusion among employers about the definition of an amputation and how to quickly determine if an incident that occurred after work hours is actually work-related, according to an article in Business Insurance magazine. The new rules, which went into effect Jan. 1, require that the hospitalization of a single employee – rather than three employees as previously required — be reported to OSHA within 24 hours of manag
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Construction Equipment
OCTOBER 26, 2015
The Republican-led House of Representatives will vote on a three-week highway funding patch to replace the current short-term funding set to expire Oct. 29, reports The Hill. .
Contractor Bookkeeping
OCTOBER 30, 2015
If you are a contractor you know how to get the work done. At the end of your day when your body is tired, your muscles are aching and you are too tired to move is when you ask yourself three simple questions: Am I making money or losing money? Which jobs and customers are making me money? Which jobs and customers are costing me money?
Construction Marketing Ideas
OCTOBER 30, 2015
Construct Canada/The Buildings show started near the time we started the publishing business behind this blog. We’re still around, 27 years later. There’s research indicating that optimistic individuals, with strong family and community relationships, regular physical exercise, spiritual comfort and (for men) continuing to work past retirement age, have much better physical health on average.
Mr Ethics
OCTOBER 28, 2015
Dear Mr. Ethics, I have recently graduated from engineering college. I was hired by a great mechanical engineering firm. I regularly attend project presentations with the senior staff. One particular senior member is a great guy who probably knows more than I ever will. My problem is that when we do our presentations he never corrects the potential client when they refer to him as a PE.
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Construction Business Owner
OCTOBER 29, 2015
Getting the most from concrete dowel-pin drills goes beyond proper operation and maintenance. A key to maximizing drill performance, controlling costs and extending machine life is proper long-term storage. Following the dowel-pin drill manufacturer’s storage recommendations can help prevent rust that impacts equipment performance, leads to costly downtime and shortens drill life span.
FDR Safety
OCTOBER 18, 2015
A federal appeals court has ruled against OSHA in a case stemming from a fatal accident involving a lathe at a manufacturing plant, saying that the agency’s interpretation of its regulations on machine guards “strains a common sense reading.”. The 8th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals found that regulations were designed to protect workers from “point of contact risks and risks associated with the routine operation of lathes, such as flakes and sparks.
Construction Equipment
OCTOBER 30, 2015
President Barack Obama signed a short-term transportation bill extending funding for highways and other surface transportation through Nov. 20, a three-week extension from the last deadline of Oct. 29. The bill keeps federal funds flowing to road and bridge construction projects, while also extending a key rail safety deadline to the end of 2018. .
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 29, 2015
Under construction with completion scheduled for the fall of 2016, this aerial-view time lapse video, courtesy of Earthcam, shows progress of the stadium and adjacent structures from the Summer 2014 start of demolition thru September 2015. The Golden 1 Credit Union (Golden 1) entertainment and sports complex will serve as the home for the Sacremento Kings basketball team.
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Supply chain challenges and rising material costs are forcing specialty contractors to pay more for what they need to complete each job. Following a simple set of principles, this easy-to-follow guide can help you manage job costs, ease the pains of accounting, and run a more profitable businesses. If you are a Specialty Contractor or Self-performing GC, you do not want to miss out on this essential guide!
Construction Marketing Ideas
OCTOBER 29, 2015
Robert Merkley has over several years allocated significant financial resources to support The Ride in support of cancer research at The Ottawa Hospital. He didn’t issue news releases or hire PR people to seek publicity for his community support — so he receives the recognition here, freely, and without expectation of return. Last week, a public relations representative working on behalf of a company within one of our US regional markets sent me the following note.
Help Everybody Everyday
OCTOBER 25, 2015
One of the most interesting questions I’ve received is, “How can we gain the courage to be different?” That’s a great question. Many of our problems in business and life come down to fear. Fear protects us and, unfortunately, it limits us. Most of my readers now recognize that “different is better than better.” But it can be frustrating when you or the people you work with aren’t willing to take the steps necessary to step out and be different.
Construction Business Owner
OCTOBER 26, 2015
Construction business owners and managers continue to blame unfavorable results on the economy, competitors, customers, location or employees. Do you blame poor results on any of these common excuses and problems?
Contractor Bookkeeping
OCTOBER 23, 2015
Would You Rather Walk Barefoot Across Hot Coals Than Do Bookkeeping? If this describes you just know you are not alone. Most contractors would rather do anything including work in the rain, sleet, hail or windstorm than do the bookkeeping.
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Construction Equipment
OCTOBER 30, 2015
A 21-year-old man was killed when a dozer fell on him at construction site in North Naples, Fla., reports news-press.com. Deputies received a call that Joshua Caleb Alain died at the construction site after being pinned underneath the dozer, according to Karie Partington, spokeswoman with the Collier County Sheriff's Office. The sheriff's office said it is conducting a death investigation.
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 29, 2015
This week's blog highlights from across the industry look at: Immigrant Investor Program Gets Boost from CongressIt’s Time to Winterize Your BuildingContractor Raises the Roof with Unusual Construction MethodResidential Construction Guides Help Ease Contractor-Client Relations Read more.
Construction Marketing Ideas
OCTOBER 28, 2015
Relationships on the job site, and in the office, count for much in building your client experience, and attracting repeat and referral business. A common theme in marketing and business development in the AEC community is that most business arises from repeat and referral clients. A second theme: with the exception of some small or special projects, design and construction services have a relatively long, ongoing and often intense relationship process.
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