Safety foot wear should be replaced about once a year, or when: There is visible damage Something falls onto your safety footwear (can damage the structural integrity of the safety... read more →
What is a Project Roles and Responsibilities Chart? A Project Roles and Responsibilities Chart is a document used to outline a project's team members' roles and responsibilities. What is the purpose of a... read more →
1965- The Emmerich Rhine Bridge, a suspension bridge designed by architect, Heinrich Bartmann, opens in Germany.
Ensure the rope grab is properly placed and attached to a lifeline Inspect ropes prior to use Never use damaged or defective equipment
Emergency personnel were called to a construction site in Oakville, Ontario on Thursday. An excavator operator was seriously injured when a chain recoiled against the operator's leg. Paramedics and firefighters... read more →
Construction in the U.S. dropped again in July, according to the Commerce Department. CNBC reports that the drop marks a 9-month low "amid a steep decline in investment in private... read more →
1859- Gas lighting is introduced to Hawaii.
Use the smallest amount possible, if using a corrosive material is required Avoid direct contact with corrosive material Ensure containers with corrosive material are inspected regularly and prior to use... read more →
A recent states that U.S. wind energy is the cheapest source of energy. The Wind Technologies Market Report by the U.S. Department of Energy study found the renewable energy source... read more →
Authorities are investigating the tampering of construction equipment in Inuvik, Northwest Territories, that could have lead to serious injury. CBC News North reports that pieces of solid iron were inserted... read more →