Trenching and excavation are among the most dangerous jobs, according to the United States Department of Labor. OSHA’s definition of excavation is any trench, cavity, depression, or cut that is man-made on the surface of the earth made by the…
Safe + Sound Week was observed during August and the week was a time to celebrate the successes of workplace safety and health programs. Throughout the week, information was made readily available for other tips to help improve workplace safety.…
Increase in the Number of Operating Tower Cranes Across the United States A tower crane operator has an important job. They are going to maneuver heavy loads by shifting their heavy loads from one area to another part of the…
Reports have indicated that there were 4,000 construction jobs added during May 2019. The Associated General Contractors of America reported that during the last 12 months there has been a 3 percent increase, which totals 215,000 new jobs. That is…
Like any other machinery, skid loaders work best when they’ve been looked after. This means regular monthly inspections, cleaning, and maintaining every part of the machine. But the big question is, how often do you need to repeat your maintenance…
Construction Worker in New Mexico A New Mexico construction worker, that went above basic job duties, has been hailed a hero after he saved a toddler from a fire in Albuquerque on Friday, July 12, 2019. According to media reports,…
The construction industry has jobs for individuals who can operate different kinds of machines and heavy equipment. To find employment in this field, you will need to undergo specialized training and know the proper safety procedures so you can do…
Bridge Inspections are a priority! Millions of people cross bridges daily. These bridges are inspected by trained engineers, but sometimes damages occur, or problems are unnoticed leading to bridge collapses. Over the last 50 years, there have been several U.S.…
Career fairs are a great place to find different job industries in the construction industry. According to Indeed.com, more than 117 career fairs nationwide include construction job openings. There are dozens of different kinds of job opportunities in the construction…
Natural disasters have affected people around the world. These floods, tornadoes, and earthquakes have caused significant damage, which requires the efforts of many construction companies and their workers. Cranes, bulldozers, and other forms of heavy equipment are needed to clean…