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State of the Construction Industry: August Roundup

Viewpoint Construction Technology

percent, the lowest monthly number since at least January 2000 (the first time the Bureau of Labor Statistics tracked monthly unemployment data in construction). Need a Quick Inspection of a 58-Story Tower? ENR reported this month that the July unemployment rate in the construction industry fell to 3.4 percent) and last July’s rate (4.9

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National Safety Month 2024: Top Tips for Risk Management

Safety Services Company

Recent statistics reveal a sobering reality: one in five construction workers experiences a fatal injury annually. This starts with conducting regular inspections, involving workers in identifying potential risks and utilizing industry-specific resources to create a comprehensive hazard inventory.

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How asset tracking software solves major construction management challenges

Lets Build

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics , the number of people working in this sector was close to ten million as far back as 2014. For now, companies must ensure all their crew members have tools in hand, that their materials inventory is well-stocked, and that cranes and diggers aren’t overbooked when they’re needed.

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Iowa: Moving To The Top Of The Class

Business Facilities

Each of the certified sites, which range from 150 to almost 600 acres, were inspected by an independent site selection consultant to assure it meets national site selection standards. As many as seven additional sites are undergoing inspection this year.

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