1995- Ground breaks for the construction of Chase Field, home of the Arizona Diamondbacks, in Phoenix.
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My wife binges on medical dramas. All of them. Netflix. I’ll walk past (quickly) and she’ll be curled into the couch, both of her hands wrapped around an industrial-sized, kiln-fired ceramic mug of tea that smells like bananas. She’s an ER nurse and has been for 25 years. She works... read more →
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Who Lilian Awuah What I am an underground miner (a driller). How Long I have been an underground miner for about 5 years now. Where I work in a mine in Ghana. Why I wanted to do what men can do. For Fun I have fun when I dance with... read more →
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Take measures to reduce and/or eliminate the hazards of construction dust. Steps to control construction dust include: Cut less by using the proper size of building materials Use water to damp down dust clouds Use vacuums to extract construction dust
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1997- the César Gaviria Trijullo Viaduct, a cable-stayed bridge, opens in Colombia.
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1998- the Stolma Bridge, a cantilever road bridge made of reinforced concrete, opens in Norway.
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Install 4 winter tires- winter tires can provide better traction and handling Plan travel and leave early. Don't rush, take your time when driving in harsh winter conditions Be alert! Check road conditions prior to leaving Always stay well behind a working snow ploy
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Like most children, I was taught basic fire safety in school. On an annual basis, a fireman would come into our classroom, dressed in his gear. He’d explain to us the importance of a working fire alarm, tell us a few statistics, and then encourage us to come up with... read more →
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1909- As a result of a fire at a mine in Illinois, 259 miners die.
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Only allow train workers to use scissor lifts Always follow the manufacturer's instructions on how to safely operate scissor lifts Ensure terrains are free from hazards (i.e. uneven terrain, slopes, holes, bumps, etc.) Always be aware of the location of overhead utility wires When moving, always use ground guides