Back in my high school days, when a kid could still get beer delivered to them by taxi, there were three cliques for the male student population. (The girls had their own cliques but they were not as clearly defined.) For the guys, you were pretty well identified as a... read more →
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Who Joseph Berthelot What Industrial 313A Refrigeration HVAC Mechanic How Long I have been in the trade for 10 years. Where I work for North American Palladium at Lac Des Iles Mine 100km North of Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada. I have worked here for the past 1 year, 8 months.... read more →
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Distracted driving (any action that takes your attention off the road) is a serious safety hazard. Drive safely by: Limiting distractions Using hands-free technology or pulling over to make a phone call or text Driving defensively Keeping both hands on the steering wheel
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2014- The Peak Walk, the world's first suspension bridge to connect two mountain peaks, opens in Switzerland.
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Prior to use, check the hoist, load chain and hook to ensure they are in proper working condition Balance each load carefully Always use a qualified, trained signal person Never leave a suspended load unattended Be aware of your surroundings, including overhead powerlines
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1998- The J.L. Hudson Building in Detroit, Michigan, is demolished in a controlled demolition.
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When it comes to foundations, concrete block foundations (also referred to as ‘block foundations’, and ‘cinder block foundations’) are one of the most popular options in North America. Typically constructed using 16” long by 8” wide concrete masonry units, concrete block foundations are installed using an interlocking pattern for added... read more →
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Use eye protection to avoid concrete dust and other foreign objects Be aware of lifting techniques to avoid back injury Avoid direct skin contact: protect your skin by using appropriate PPE