Since we’re in the business of construction safety and support, we tend to get a little excited anytime we see new technology emerge that will help keep people safe while on the job. It seems like every day new technology emerges to help make all of our lives easier, and the construction industry isn’t immune […]
You’ve been doing your job for a while, so it’s safe to say you know exactly what you’re doing and that you would never make a careless mistake on the job site, correct? We hear this all the time, and we know it comes from a good place. After all, no one would ever knowingly […]
It seems as if we’re regularly reporting on preventable trench-related injuries and deaths. While it shouldn’t be a “routine” part of the job, unfortunately, it seems like it is. In late November, OSHA reported the number of fatalities in 2016 was 23 (as of today, there isn’t an updated 2016 number to report). In both […]
It’s probably safe to say that there’s a bit more uncertainty in the country than usual, and the reports of recent lost jobs in the construction industry can have you feeling a little unsettled. Is this the right career to stick with? What does the future look like for construction? While no one can predict […]
The Department of Labor recently made several adjustments to penalties for various agencies, including OSHA. If your company is regulated by OSHA, you will want to make sure you are up to speed on these changes, as they could seriously impact your bottom line or slow down your projects. Were you aware that OSHA adjusts … Read more
It’s a reality that’s sadly far too common in the construction industry… collapsed trenches due to shortcuts and lack of adequate shoring equipment. The news is regularly reporting on these incidents, which almost always result in injury or even death. You’d think after seeing these tragedies in the headlines, construction companies would pay more attention … Read more
Every business owner, manager, or seasoned worker has felt insecure at some point in their career. There’s usually a moment when you read about some new technology that you know nothing about, or you see your competitor offering something you’ve been meaning to research but haven’t found the time. In any field, it’s easy to … Read more
Winter is a notoriously tough time for those of us in the construction industry, especially in the Midwest, where things tend to slow to almost a stop once snow hits the ground. If you’re lucky enough to be able to keep busy with jobs during these cold, blustery months, there are a few unique challenges … Read more
If you haven’t worked with shoring equipment on a construction job before, you might be confused about some of the trench shielding and shoring options. It’s important to know what kind of equipment you need to stay safe on the job, and that’s why we provide helpful support to all of our customers on every … Read more
