Aug
18
Washington D.C.’s Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge is being replaced to the tune of $441 million. The project will be led by AECOM, alongside Archer Western Construction and Granite Construction. Originally built in 1950, the Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge is a swing bridge which sits across the Anacostia River and connects Nationals...
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Aug
18
1888- The patent for the circular saw is filed.
Aug
18
Prior to working, ensure that all equipment functions properly Check work area for combustible materials; clean up if required prior to working Always perform hot work in well-ventilated areas Ensure there is an appropriately classed fire extinguisher close by Keep others a safe distance away while performing hot work
Aug
18
When working with any energy source, it is important to have general guidelines to ensure the safety of workers and those in the work area. Working with natural gas is no exception. What is Natural Gas? Natural gas is a colourless and odourless gas in its naturally occurring state. The...
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Aug
17
The recently released stud, Jobs for Tomorrow- Canada’s Building Trades and Net Zero Emissions, completed by the Columbia Institute suggests that meeting Canada’s climate goals could result the creation of 3.9 million building trades jobs by 2050. It is Canada’s goal to achieve zero net emissions by 2050 by focusing...
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Aug
17
With more and more companies and manufacturers focusing on reducing our carbon footprint, the need for lithium-ion batteries has increased. Historically, a substantial portion of the world’s supply of lithium has been mined from Australia and Chile. Demand for the mineral, at current is slated at approximately 32.5 kilotons per year,...
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Aug
17
Dalton Houlder, a student that works for First North Enterprise (FNE) in North Bay, Ontario, was interviewed by Hard Hat Hunter to get his perspective of working in the trades. Dalton Houlder, a summer student whom works at First North Enterprise (FNE), a local construction company in North Bay, Ontario,...
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Aug
17
1904- Construction begins on the British ocean liner, the RMS Lusitania.
Aug
17
Follow safe work practices Make sure that your work station does not require excessive movement Exercise outside of work, eat healthy, and get enough rest Take advantage of opportunities to walk, stretch, or even stand up during work Perform tasks that require different muscle groups throughout the day
Aug
17
On Thursday, South Korean car manufacturer, Hyundai, revealed its intention to produce a longer-range electric car. The announcement comes amid a societal gravitation towards greener alternatives to traditional vehicle fuel sources. The new electric car will have a driving range of 500km per charge, and, per a BBC News article,...
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