Weekly Toolbox Talk: Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters

Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCI) are devices designed to prevent accidental electric shock and electrocution by preventing ground faults. They also protect against electrical fires, tool/appliance overheating, and destruction of wire insulation. GFCI’s are required by building code in “wet” locations like kitchens, bathrooms and construction sites.The most common electric shock hazard, ground faults can cause severe electrical shock or electrocution. In normal conditions, electricity...

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Academy comments on budget allocation for science and innovation

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Stan Marek on E-Verify

The following article was authored by Jim Kollaer and originally published on Contruction Citizen.Recently Stan Marek, CEO of the MAREK, a construction company with headquarters in Houston and branch offices in Atlanta, Austin, DFW, and San Antonio, was interviewed by Andy Uhler for National Public Radio’s Marketplace about the viability of the recently-filed E-Verify System Act of 2018.The Senate bill, S.3386, filed jointly by Sen. Claire McCaskill, Democrat of Missouri, and Sen. Heidi...

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UK’s new polar research ship could herald a new era in British shipbuilding

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Innovators call for more support for the ‘D’ in R&D to increase UK competitiveness

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Weekly Toolbox Talk: Tools and Equipment

Tools and equipment include anything from ladders, scaffolds, utility knifes, extension cords, hammer, etc. They seem simple, but tools and equipment can be hazardous on the jobsite or anywhere they are being use. Their greatest hazards are misuse and improper maintenance.Therefore, the Marek Family of Companies provides the necessary equipment to get the work done safely. Do not bring any personal equipment such as extension cords, ladders, scaffold, and powder-actuated tools to the jobsite....

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Academy and Lloyd’s Register Foundation announce partnership to advance global engineering safety

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