Weekly Toolbox Talk: War on Falls - How to Report an Accident

How long you work for us is based on how you safely perform your job and meet the production expectations of your supervisor.Every Front Line Supervisor is responsible for timely reporting of all work-related injuries, accidents and fall exposures. To properly carry out his duties, today we are reviewing with all employees, the responsibilities of supervisors and employees to report accidents.The first and primary responsibility for accident reporting falls to the employee. If you are involved...

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Manchester students take part in #ThisisEngineering campaign

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Robot Orchestra arrives at the Academy

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Weekly Toolbox Talk: Employee Handbook Part III

DISCIPLINARY POLICY All companies, no matter what their business, have certain rules of behavior which must be observed to ensure a productive, safe operation. The Marek Companies are no exception. For the welfare of all of us who work together on a day-to-day basis, certain actions are serious enough to warrant disciplinary procedures. Therefore, infractions such as the ones listed below will result in such action which may be in the form of a verbal warning, written warning, suspension,...

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A “Rational Middle” Exists for Immigration Reform

This following editorial originally appeared in the Houston Chronicle.“Deport them all!”“Abolish ICE!”If passion, energy and heated rhetoric could solve our immigration issues, then Congress would have long ago passed a comprehensive reform bill.Instead, as slogans grow more bitter, workable solutions recede. Civil discourse, not inflammatory speech, ultimately propels progress.Thankfully, the Center for Houston's Future, a non-profit, has stepped into the breach with a series of films directed...

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Biomedical engineer wins gold at STEM for Britain

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C3.Is.How. To Train Your Workforce

The following article was authored by Angela Murphy, Associate Director of People Development, Compliance & Operations for Construction Career Collaborative.The industry has been told that the current skilled labor shortages will get worse as the economy improves, a generation of aging skilled workers retires and a new generation enters the industry. Key to that recruitment of a new skilled workforce is a well-defined and executed training program.To assist in training and development of...

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Weekly Toolbox Talk: Working Around Sprinklers or Electrical Areas

Notice to Supervisors: Read and prepare for safety meeting. Make sure all employees understand the importance of following our Hazard Analysis and the procedures to work around sprinkler and electrical areas.Electricity has long been recognized as a serious workplace hazard, exposing employees to such dangers as electrical shock, electrocution, fires and explosions. However when we talk about fires, is also important to mention that sprinkler systems are installed in projects to prevent fire...

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Improving cybersecurity requires major coordinated effort, say top engineers

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Rational Middle Begins Screenings of Immigration Documentary Series, Prompting Tears and Discussion

The following article was authored by Scott Braddock and originally published on ConstructionCitizen.com.In an event that brought tears to the eyes of some in attendance, the filmmakers behind The Rational Middle Immigration Documentary Series unveiled their newest work to Houstonians Wednesday night at Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy.  The project is produced with the support of the Center for Houston's Future.Pointing to the magnificent setting for the evening’s...

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2018 Marek Scholarship Application

John L., Bill, & Ralph Marek founded the Marek Family of Companies with a strong commitment to its employees and their families. The Marek brothers' tradition of developing and nurturing its employees provides a unique opportunity for individuals looking for a career in the construction industry. For that reason, the Marek Scholarship was established.Rules and RequirementsA. EligibilityApplicant must enroll in a college, university, or post-secondary institution during the Fall semester of...

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Royal Academy of Engineering launches engineering outreach project in the Welsh Valleys

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Weekly Toolbox Talk: Material Handling Instruction

Mandatory Topic:Notice to Supervisors: Mandatory Demonstration requires a Minimum of 20 minutes to effectively cover topic.You will need to demonstrate material handling with at least two different sizes of rock: refer to weight/loading information listed below that was obtained from our suppliers. You will need to demonstrate manual handling of studs and track of different gauges and types. Please read and cover the points addressed in this Tool Box Talk.Make sure you wear gloves when handling...

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Academy supports engineering excellence with seven new Research Fellowships

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Bloodless malaria testing innovation wins Pitch@Palace Africa 2.0

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