Always ensure that 3 points of contact are being made at all times while using a step ladder Prior to use that the step ladder is safe to use (i.e. free from damage or wear, etc.) Avoid the use of a step ladder in dangerous locations, including areas with slippery... read more →
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Stay up to date on industry-related news with Hard Hat Hunter. Construction Manager of the Year crowned Adding paraffin oil to concrete can create roads that de-ice themselves Two die in attack in Avocet Mining's convoy in Burkina Faso
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Stay up to date on industry-related news with Hard Hat Hunter. Komatsu technology system supports mine construction Renewable energy tax credits- forever? Onsite to acquire GCS Hire
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Mazda Motor Corporation and Toyota Motor Corporation have announced a joint venture to develop technology for electric vehicles. The joint venture, EV Common Architecture Spirit Co Ltd, will be 90% owned by Toyota, with the remaining 10% to be split between Mazda and Denso, according to Fortune. EV Common Architecture... read more →
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1957- 300 die, and 150 are injured when trains collide in western Pakistan.
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Stay up to date on industry-related news with Hard Hat Hunter. 30,000 panels and 45 acres: the first subsidy-free solar farm opens in the UK Electric car-sharing service to roll into Singapore Build-to-rent fuels 100,000 homes construction boom
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Only trained workers should handle chlorine cylinders and containers Never stand under a container or cylinder that is being moved Properly secure chlorine when being stored at the job site Ensure hoists and forklifts are able to safely carry the weight of chlorine and containers
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Dams have been around for many years; in fact, the world’s oldest dam dates back to around 1319 -1304 BC in Syria. Whether a dam is old or new, big or small it is always important to be very cautious and aware when working around them or on them. As... read more →
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Workplace injuries and incidents increase when a company lets little violations go. Admit it. We sit back, shocked by illegal actions at large corporations which cause preventable injuries. But what about you? Have you ever violated a procedure, and then justified your action because “it’s necessary under the circumstances” or... read more →
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British company, Dyson, has announced that it plans to create electric cars. Dyson, known for vacuum cleaners, stated that it has begun to work on a battery electric vehicle, which they anticipate to launch in 2020. According to an article published by Wired Cars, Dyson founder James Dyson, has stated... read more →