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Common Types of Crane Lifting Equipment

Construction Marketing

Not all cranes can lift all loads, but that’s where crane lifting equipment comes in. Lifting equipment can greatly expand the capabilities of cranes, making them safer and more efficient in almost every scenario. They allow crane operators to handle different types of materials and perform certain tasks more efficiently.

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Creating a JOC Coefficient?

Job Order Contracting

Materials. Equipment. General / Prime Contractor Overhead. General / Prime Contractor Profit and risk. Shipping of all materials to the jobsite. Incidental tools and equipment. Items included in a JOC coefficient (also known as a “Bid Factor”). Subcontractor costs. Subcontractor mark-ups.

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What’s in a JOC Coefficient

Job Order Contracting

Here’s a listing of what is typically included in a construction contractor’s Job Order Contract coefficient… Contractor’s overhead and profit. Subcontractors’ overhead and profit. All waste and excess material. Sales tax on material and equipment costs. Sales tax on material and equipment costs.

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5 Hoisting And Rigging Hazards To Watch Out For

Construction Marketing

This is because they’re constantly in use to move heavy materials around the workplace. On the other hand, rigging refers to the assembly of equipment such as cables, wire rope, and related hardware used in construction for lifting heavy objects, like girders, into place. 3) Risk Of Falling Materials.

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6 Dangers Of Falling Debris In Construction Sites

Construction Marketing

When you see or hear about construction accidents, they usually involve heavy equipment like cranes or scaffolding. Moreover, workers are injured or killed almost yearly by falling objects or equipment. Construction workers can be injured by any material, especially if they fall from a great height.

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The Shift in Safety Standards: Transitioning from Hard Hats to Safety Helmets in Industry

Construction Today

These helmets, typically made of rigid materials like high-density polyethylene, have been fundamental in protecting workers from overhead impacts. However, the dynamic nature of industrial risks and advancements in safety technology have led to a pivotal change. In 2023, the U.S.

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Understanding the Contractor’s Job Order Contract Coefficient

Job Order Contracting

Example include, general and administrative and other overhead costs, insurance costs, bonding and alternative payment protection costs, protective clothing, equipment rental, and contractor’s profit. Subcontractors’ overhead and profit. All waste and excess material. Sales tax on material and equipment costs.

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