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Hilti Unveils Semi-Autonomous Overhead Drilling Robot, Called Jaibot

Construction Junkie

Hilti , known for its wide selection of power tools and fastening applications for the commercial construction industry, recently took a step outside the box when they announced the release of an exoskeleton to help relieve the bodily toll overhead work takes on workers. courtesy of Hilti.

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What Certifications Does A Crane Need To Operate On Construction Sites?

Construction Marketing

Certifications exhibit adherence to industry standards and regulations, such as those set by Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). They offer mobile, tower, and overhead crane certifications. OSHA aims to mitigate these financial burdens by enforcing certification standards.

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Avoiding common OSHA recordkeeping mistakes

FDR Safety

All affected employers need to finalize their OSHA 300 log data about work-related injuries and illnesses that required medical treatment beyond first aid. When completing these forms, it is important to know some of the most common OSHA recordkeeping mistakes that could result in enforcement action. It’s that time again!

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What Does It Take to Work Around Power?

Construction Business Owner

Between 1992 and 2006, 102 construction workers died as a result of crane-related, overhead power line electrocutions. To help reduce these needless deaths, in 2010, OSHA spelled out the steps necessary for cranes to work around power lines in the updated Cranes and Derricks in Construction Standard OSHA 1926 Subpart CC.

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Second-term advice: Bring OSHA regs into 21st Century

FDR Safety

The first target that springs to mind when it comes to OSHA is the dramatic increase in enforcement by OSHA under your Administration. To resume the downward trend, update the OSHA regulations. For more from Jim on OSHA, subscribe to this blog. Getting back on track.

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OSHA Safety

Safety Services Company

OSHA Safety & Compliance. Welcome to Safe Friday, this week we’re going to cover the ins and outs of OSHA safety and compliance. OSHA Inspections. Workplace inspections and investigations are conducted by OSHA compliance safety and health officers trained in safety and industrial hygiene.

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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. What’s in a JOC Coefficient should be specifically detailed in the Job Order Contract Request for Proposal.

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