viernes, 28 de junio de 2019

The Positive Impact of Training in the Construction Industry

When you ask Sam Nunez, Corporate Controller at MAREK, what he thinks about training programs at work, he will give you a straightforward answer. “It’s not an option, it’s a must. You’ve got to have (a training program.)” In fact, Sam believes in the value of training employees so much, that he recently shared his insight on a panel at the Construction Financial Management Association Annual Conference. This conference brings together controllers and CFOs in the construction industry to share...

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miércoles, 26 de junio de 2019

C3 – Illuminating the Pathway to a Safe, Skilled, Sustainable Craft Workforce

The following article was authored by Construction Career Collaborative Executive Director Chuck Gremillion.Nearly ten years ago, a group of leaders in the Houston commercial construction industry met to discuss its biggest future challenge, an aging and diminishing craft workforce.  Baby Boomers were (and still are) reaching retirement age at the rate of 10,000 people each day, and the construction trades were not attracting young talent to replenish them.  In short, what was once a...

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Weekly Toolbox Talk: Severe Weather

WHY TALK ABOUT THE WEATHER?Actually, we have no control over rain, snow, sleet, wind, lightning or sunshine. But we can control what happens on our job as a result of the elements. Some of the biggest problems on construction jobs are caused by wind and lightning. Wind probably causes the most accidents; lightning can be deadly.WATCH OUT FOR WINDDon't let the wind catch you off guard. I'm not just thinking of tornadoes or hurricanes, but of everyday winds and unexpected gusts. Wind just loves...

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The Engineering Career Census – we want to hear from UK engineers



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lunes, 17 de junio de 2019

Weekly Toolbox Talk: Fall Arrest Pre-Use Inspection

ANSI and OSHA do not reference a maximum service life for synthetic fiber products. ANSI and OSHA standards require that the user remove the equipment from service if it has been subject to the forces of arresting a fall. ANSI A10.32-2012 does not specify a 5-year harness and lanyard service life. It states that "fall protection equipment shall be removed from service upon evidence of defects, damage or deterioration; once it has been subjected to impact loading; or upon expiration of the...

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jueves, 13 de junio de 2019

Hiring for Heart, Hunger and Humility: Employer Partners Share Truths About Human Skills and Hiring Decisions

The following article was authored by Peter Beard and originally published on the Greater Houston Partnership's blog.A person with the right attitude can go far in life.Having heart, ambition, persistence humility, and the ability to build relationships can be the difference between career advancement and unemployment.It’s okay to come to a job with no experience because a good hire can develop necessary skills with on-the-job training or through educational opportunities sponsored by an...

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lunes, 10 de junio de 2019

Weekly Toolbox Talk: Heat Stress

Hot weather causes more fatalities than any other weather-related source. Heat waves rarely are given adequate attention but in fact, they claim more lives each year than floods, hurricanes, and tornadoes combined. Heat waves are a silent killer. Heatstroke also affects both genders equally. However, because many men were exposed to heat in the workforce, the annual death rate is 2 times higher in men than in women.In general, the human body cools itself by producing sweat. Sweat evaporating...

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Academy Fellows recognised in the Queen’s Birthday Honours list 2019



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martes, 4 de junio de 2019

BYF and CEF’s Construction Career Day Hits Home Again!

The following article was authored by Elizabeth McPherson and originally published on Construction Citizen.The annual Build Your Future Construction Career Day hosted by Construction Education Foundation (CEF) was rescheduled due to extreme weather from last October to April 18, 2019.  As storms raged across the Dallas/Ft Worth area again on April 17, organizers, sponsors, exhibitors, volunteers, educators, and students wondered if the event would have to be cancelled entirely. ...

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Weekly Toolbox Talk: Stay Hydrated

WaterThe natural choice for hydration is water. It hydrates better than any other liquid, both before and during work. Water tends to be less expensive and more available than any other drink. You need to drink 4-6 ounces of water for every 15-20 minutes of work. That can add up to a lot of water! Water is the best, but it only helps you if you drink it.Sports DrinksSports drinks don't hydrate better than water, but you are more likely to drink larger volumes, which leads to better hydration....

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First South African innovation wins the Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation



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