1811- the Bell Rock Lighthouse, a granite lighthouse designed by architect Robert Stevenson, opens.
When rotating tires, check the condition of the tread to verify if a tire requires replacement Only remove tires after the car has been properly secured with jacks/lift Tighten bolts... read more →
1977- After 6 years of construction, the Pompidou Centre in Paris, France opens.
Who Jamie Bovee What I am a National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO) working for a survey firm in Edmonton, AB. I started out as a "chainman" or survey assistant. I ran... read more →
Look for any possible pinch points prior to using equipment (i.e. moving parts) Avoid wearing loose clothing or jewelry that may get caught/tangled in equipment Never remove or bypass equipment... read more →
1826- After approximately 12 years of construction, the Menai Suspension Bridge opens for the first time.
Only allow qualified workers to operate equipment and perform hand signals Be sure that crane operators and signal persons can clearly see each other and/or have a reliable means of... read more →
2002- Construction begins on the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge eastern span replacement.
Reduce slips, trips and falls in stairways by: Providing adequate lighting in stairways to increase visibility Providing handrail systems on stairways Ensuring stairways are free from debris and tripping hazards
Keep a water bottle with you to refill throughout the day Try to drink at last 5 8-ounce glasses of water per day Eat foods that are water-packed, such as... read more →