Construction Junkie

SEPTEMBER 17, 2020

Unlike many of the crane accidents that we typically see, this one has not ended in extensive equipment and property damage, but injuries still occurred. For a while, reports stated that the tower crane operator remained in the crane even after the site was evacuated in order to provide a secondary form of safety by engaging the manual brake.

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Lets Build

JULY 7, 2020

These reports can include basic information on what was completed that day and they can also be filled with little tidbits that include issues that occurred or accidents that happened. However, progress reports might also come with a lot of admin work for project managers depending on the tools they are using in their projects.

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Best Practices Construction Law

JULY 20, 2023

Chat GBT, a natural language processing tool, can assist in project management by acting as a virtual assistant to construction managers. The software can be programmed to answer questions about the project, provide updates on the progress, and even suggest solutions to potential problems.

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ENR Construction

APRIL 21, 2020

Group of 52 refuses project manager Jacobs' pay offer and seeks trial over illnesses claimed from remediating huge 2006 Tennessee accident.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

NOVEMBER 18, 2013

A lot of our contractor clients have needed an Accident Prevention Program to include with their bid submittal package and some of them have found this resource useful. The first one shown below offers a FREE template you can use to develop your own customized construction Accident Prevention Program. We hope you do too!

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Lets Build

APRIL 15, 2022

In the best case, miscommunication can cause mistakes and delays, but in the worst case, it can cause accidents and injuries on the job site. Knowing how to make the right decisions on the fly can mean the difference between a successfully completed project and a disaster. Lean and agile construction job skills for project managers.

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Lets Build

MAY 23, 2022

There is less risk of on-site accidents. This has a beneficial impact on risk, minimising accidents and the delays/paperwork/repercussions that may ensue. The benefits of prefabricated construction are multiplied when a build is being managed with construction project management software like LetsBuild.

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Jobsite with Procore

MAY 6, 2023

Failure to communicate can ultimately lead to serious jobsite accidents, project rework, and employee problems. When the jobsite feels chaotic and disorganized, you can probably pin the blame on this likely culprit––miscommunication. Effective communication is critical for collaborative work.

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Fieldwire

MAY 16, 2022

From safety training and accident prevention to AR building assistance, technology does indeed belong on the drafting table and the construction site alike. What if construction managers were able to view prospective project adjustments by simply overlapping them with the current structure? Supply Chain Issues.

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Construction Dive

FEBRUARY 25, 2016

In this week's Blog Highlights article on project management, we learned of a useful report on construction safety. The 7-page Guide to Helping Predict Construction Accidents serves as a useful high level view of issues that cause accidents and suggestions for reducing them.

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Safety Accidents Construction Project Management 48

Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 30, 2019

As a Viewpoint client, Encore deploys Spectrum Construction Software as its construction management platform. Having a modern, cloud-based management solution for collaboration, compliance management, accounting, project management and more helps all team members work better together, enhancing safety and reducing risk.

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Construction Equipment

AUGUST 22, 2014

based construction company owner and project manager were indicted on charges of involuntary manslaughter after an employee was killed in a cave-in accident at a Milpitas worksite, according to the San Jose Mercury News. In the January accident, a 12-foot dirt wall collapsed, burying and killing Raul Zapata Mercado, 38.'

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Lets Build

JANUARY 7, 2021

Knowing what’s happening on the field at all times is one of the main keys to regaining control over your project and avoiding time-consuming claims. Furthermore, by centralising all project communication you can considerably reduce admin workload. Bigger focus on quality and safety. In Australia, one commits suicide every other day.

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Mr Ethics

JULY 26, 2016

Regards, Conflicted Project Manager. If he should get into an accident while hauling firewood both he and the company can be in real trouble. Am I under an ethical obligation to report this use to my bosses? Dear PM, You need to talk to the employee about finding another way to haul the firewood.

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Accidents Remodeling Project Management Management 100

Mr Ethics

JULY 26, 2016

Regards, Conflicted Project Manager. If he should get into an accident while hauling firewood both he and the company can be in real trouble. Am I under an ethical obligation to report this use to my bosses? Dear PM, You need to talk to the employee about finding another way to haul the firewood.

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Accidents Remodeling Project Management Management 100

Mr Ethics

JULY 26, 2016

Regards, Conflicted Project Manager. If he should get into an accident while hauling firewood both he and the company can be in real trouble. Am I under an ethical obligation to report this use to my bosses? Dear PM, You need to talk to the employee about finding another way to haul the firewood.

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Accidents Remodeling Project Management Management 100

Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Digital tools such as project management software can ease the admin burden of additional safety requirements the workforce is facing. Most importantly, it ensures accurate and real-time dissemination of information, such as safety protocols and procedures to reduce the risk of accidents or incidents.

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Lets Build

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

When different departments and businesses share data freely, decisions can be made and implemented quickly and accurately, keeping people informed of project milestones. Fewer accidents: Research by lean construction pioneer MT Højgaard back in the Noughties indicated a 70% accident reduction rate on lean construction sites.

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HardHatChat

OCTOBER 18, 2016

A big part of that is because the CFO and financial team take on the invoicing, billing, accounts payable and receivable, keeping track of the suppliers and subcontractors, and facilitating project close-out in a timely fashion. Risk Manager and Safety Officer. Pre-Construction Services.

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FDR Safety

JUNE 30, 2016

If you asked the typical small business man or woman if he or she wanted to protect their employees from workplace accidents, the answer would, of course, be yes. Small businesses sometimes erroneously believe that they don’t need training because they have never had a workplace accident. Check out videos of the project here.

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Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 9, 2011

Some project managers tend to think of safety in the workplace as one of those things that we do “when we get a chance.” In fact, project managers should worry about implementing more safe practices because it can affect the way they bid on jobs. The fewer guys out hurt, the faster your team can get the project done.

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Construction Cost Estimating

AUGUST 15, 2018

Accidents throughout the construction process can also lead to personal injuries and greater costs. A knowledgeable project manager is liable for completing the construction work in scheduled time and he ensures that no major accidents take place on the project.

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Lets Build

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Many construction companies and project managers continue to rely on manual processes to record data, allocate work, and keep track of their projects. And when it comes to non-fatal accidents, almost 60% of them happen on construction sites. This creates a problem: Workers often have handfuls of documents on site.

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Lets Build

APRIL 6, 2020

This new reality poses a big challenge for Project Directors and Project Managers around the world who try to manage their construction sites remotely and keep their workforce connected. Read more: How to manage your construction sites during and after COVID-19.

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Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

Effect of idle time on budget and project coordination Source: Level Set. Tackling instances of idle time is necessary to avoid process bottlenecks and mitigates accidents, reduce reworks, and improve project coordination. . Project Management. Less idle time means lower equipment maintenance costs .

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Construction Business Owner

JUNE 29, 2012

Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites » Better Project Management through Better Communication. Last week, I discussed three important areas of project management and ended by briefly discussing project communication – or the glue to a project. Project Collaboration. Management.

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Construction Business Owner

JUNE 29, 2012

« Better Project Management through Better Communication. Committing Intentional Project Communications » Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites. I can say that the courts in most areas would hold at least the contractor liable for this accident and serious painful injury. document management.

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Cassell Construction Estimating

NOVEMBER 3, 2015

Nothing happens by accident at Wolf. We’re currently assisting with an all-new home-grown ProEst database, as well as providing training with Primavera P6 and Viewpoint project management training. What truly sets Wolf apart from its competitors is its unwavering commitment to quality, safety, and accountability to its clients.

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Safety Services Company

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Every hiring client seeks suppliers that meet and exceed expectations regarding safety , work ethics, and project management. This directly translates to a well-equipped and well-trained staff that can mitigate workplace accidents and respond swiftly in case they occur.

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CivilJungle

JUNE 23, 2021

Construction Management Certification Institute (CMCI). Project Management Institute (PMI). Project Management Institute (PMI). PMP demonstrates that one understands and speaks the global vocabulary of project management. A PMP is superior to a Masters in Project Management.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 5, 2017

Excessive heat can cause heatstroke or heat exhaustion, and just being overheated makes workers more susceptible to accidents or injuries. As an employer, project manager, or site lead, pay attention to weather forecasts and keep the index handy. Heat-related illnesses can be prevented by following the seven tips below.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 20, 2022

Equally damaging is the emotional and mental stress it places on the team members involved–creating a negative work environment which can lead to employee turnover, lower productivity and has even been shown as a contributing factor in workplace accidents and disability cases. Connect and Standardize Your Technology.

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Pro Builder

JULY 24, 2020

In the current world, in-office workers confront everything from the spread of viruses such as COVID-19, workplace violence, and accidents like slipping and falling in an icy parking lot. There is also a risk-mitigation aspect to consider and a case to be made that employees are safer working from home. .

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Fieldwire

AUGUST 2, 2023

Greater efficiency and visibility mean your crew will experience fewer accident-related setbacks. Here are five steps construction managers should take to successfully implement new technology. About 59.9%

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Safety Services Company

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Industrial hygiene is a rapidly growing field now, and Jeffrey and Kahuna Ventures are leading the charge with innovative engineering, project management, and facility oversight. The initial costs of setting up systems for environmental safety can seem prohibitive to management as well. System-Based vs Behavior-Based.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JANUARY 31, 2018

But sometimes, accidents still happen. To ensure compliance and protect the organization, many contractors rely on powerful document management solutions that store digital versions of all project documentation, with versioning control, and make them quickly accessible when they’re needed.

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Best Practices Construction Law

JANUARY 2, 2015

Consider a fatal workplace accident. Undoubtedly, your construction company will go through numerous changes in response to this incident, including the initial shock of the accident, feelings of potential guilt, assessment of safety measures, analysis of liability, and the transition of duties and potential change in policies.

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