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FDRsafety’s Client, National Steel City, LLC Reduced or Eliminated Welding Fume Exposure and Improved Employee Comfort

FDR Safety

What Safety Says About Your Situation. You talk to your site safety professional and he/she analyzes your situation, applies the Hierarchy of Control and evaluates the assigned protection factor (APF) for the welding to be performed. For more advice on safety, please please reach out to FDRsafety. How to Reduce Your Exposure.

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Project Labor Agreements (PLAs): What Contractors Need to Know

Levelset

This means contractors working on eligible projects should expect to pay more in labor and benefits and may have to enroll their workers with a union, even if they’re an open shop. It basically guarantees that the project it applies to will use union labor. Construction Dispute Resolution : A Guide. Work stoppage and strikes.

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5 Ways Leading Contractors Keep Their Clients Happy

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Today’s integrated, cloud-based construction management software platforms, mobile construction apps and business intelligence solutions are helping contractors work smarter and more efficiently. Contractors routinely invest in training employees on safety, skills and technology. Impress with Positivity. Avoid Negative Incidents.

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Project Management Technology Tools Helping Contractors Modernize, Streamline Operations—Part 3 of 5

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Effective project management means controlling the data flow and staying on top of transmittals, submittals, RFIs, email communications, change orders, materials, inventory, job cost and WIP reports, labor hours and wages, union rules, safety regulations, insurance and bonding, compliance data and a whole lot more.

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3 Best Work Boots for EMTs

Work Gearz

Boot Uppers Outsoles Safety Features. This translates into increased comfort for wearers with greater mobility. Before selecting your EMT footwear, consult your employer, supervisor, or even union to get the correct information about any safety requirements or guidelines that are specific to your job. Protection .

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100+ Construction Industry Statistics

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Construction industry is unionized. Only 18% of firms reported consistently using mobile apps to access project data and collabor ate. 53% of large general contractors are utilizing software to manage safety and/or inspections on at least half of their projects. BuildZoom ] | Click to Tweet. eSUB ] | Click to Tweet.

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Werner Co. acquires Knaack LLC | Storage Equipment content from.

Contractor Magazine

“The union of Werner and Knaack creates a product portfolio that will allow us to leverage the broader company networks in manufacturing, distribution, sales and marketing to strengthen our position in the industrial/construction segment,” said William T. View Mobile Site. ” Werner Co. ” Werner Co. Bath/Kitchen.