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Construction Safety
The A-B-Cs of Safely Hauling Equipment on a Trailer
Hauling accidents can be avoided through increased attention to the trailer, awareness of the load, and concentration during transport.
July 10, 2013
When loading your trailer, make sure that the weight of the load is evenly distributed between the axles front to back and side to side, with the correct amount of tongue weight so that the trailer doesn’t sway
Portable Lighting
Enhance Safe Light Tower Performance
Choosing the right light tower for worksites after dark can decrease the risk of injury and increase efficiency.
July 10, 2013
Vertical only light tower designs simplify setup and allow the lights to be properly positioned while the tower is retracted. This makes setup in this particular instance more efficient than standard lay down, manual winch towers.
Construction Technology
15 Tough iPhone 5 Cases for the Construction Site
A sampling of iPhone and other smartphone cases that can stand up to the challenges of working on a construction site
July 10, 2013
The Case Mate Tough Xtreme case features thick, reindorced outer-edging but adds protection without adding too much bulk to the feel of the phone.
Construction Safety
Big Debate: Should You Enter and Exit Aerial Work Platforms at Height?
International Powered Access Federation (IPAF)
The construction industry in the US, Canada and beyond has been demanding the use of aerial work platforms to access work at height – outside the platform.
July 8, 2013
John T. Rickert has been an operator of cranes and heavy equipment since 1966 with an emphasis on tower cranes, and a Safety Coordinator for Local 150 IUOE for more than six years. He is also an AWPT instructor.
Business Services
What's the Injury Cost Difference for Younger and Older Workers
Research shows that once workers reach 35 years old the cost of their injuries are very similar to "older workers"
June 25, 2013
Oonce workers reach 35 years old, the costs of their injuries are very similar to older workers.
Construction Safety
The Safest Tool Is the Right Tool for the Job
Helpful tips for choosing the best and safest tools for various drain cleaning needs.
June 25, 2013
Though one tool could be used to clear multiple types of drains, the best and safest tool is different in each case.
Construction Safety
The High Risks of Young Employees
Construction business owners and jobsite leaders should educate young employees about the safety procedures and consequences of the workplace to decrease the possibility of injury and legal implications.
June 25, 2013
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Construction Safety
Improve Jobsite Safety by Getting Workers to Report Near Misses
If you get fewer than 50 near-miss reports for every minor injury suffered by workers, your work culture may foster significant barriers to improving safety
June 17, 2013
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Skid Steers
Nine Skid-Steer Safety Tips
OSHA safety practices that minimize hazardous situations associated with operating and maintaining skid steer loaders
June 14, 2013
Construction Safety
5 Tips to Engage Employees During National Safety Month
From safety awareness day events to month-long contests, these activities help keep safety top of mind in the workplace
June 10, 2013
Business
Are Your Customers Qualified?
Detmer Consulting Inc.
Regardless of how busy your employees might be or their amount of equipment knowledge, it's important they be well trained to consistently use proper qualifying techniques.
May 10, 2013
Equipment
Top Eight Tips for Beating the Heat
Cintas offers guidelines to help workers deal with extreme temperatures and limit heat stress in the workplace
May 8, 2013
Wearing a hat outdoors and lightweight, light-colored and loose clothing is important when temperatures are high.
Construction Safety
Ten Tips to Prevent the Construction-Accident High Season
Timmons Group
What to say, wear, stretch, eat, drink and do to anticipate and survive Spring’s annual spike in construction accidents
April 30, 2013
To enhance safety, make sure everyone on the ground is wearing high-visibility apparel.
Striping
A Roundabout Way of Striping
April 30, 2013
Michigan's roundabouts require directional arrows specific to the traffic control device.
Striping
The Value of Pavement Marking
April 30, 2013
The value of pavement marking (and sealcoating) is clear.
Training & Education
Renters' Review 2013: Can You Handle the Homeowner?
Each year in our June/July issue we feature our Renters' Review, where members of our staff rent equipment for personal projects and report back on their experiences. The goal is to get a real-life picture of the rental transaction -- the good, the bad and the ugly.
April 27, 2013
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Worksite Equipment
Avoid Any Shocking Revelations
Generators can be indispensable for providing remote power to operate tools, lights, etc. on construction sites. And overall, they are a relatively safe means to that end. Yet, like any equipment, they can present safety concerns if used improperly.
April 12, 2013
The electricity provided by a generator is exactly the same as that supplied by normal utilities and carries with it the same hazards.
Construction Safety
Exclusive: United Rentals CEO Says Technology Will Elevate Rental from Commodity Status
Clearly, technology is a game changer. People have accessibility and I do believe it plays a role in what we want to give our customer service, says Michael Kneeland, CEO of United Rentals.
April 12, 2013
United Rentals CEO Michael Kneeland shares his insight with Rental at the 2013 IPAF Summit in Miami.
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