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How to Become a Forklift Operator
September 22, 2017
Thinking of becoming a forklift driver? There’s good news and bad news. On average, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, these jobs were expected to grow by only 3 percent...
Why It’s Smart to Train at Least One Employee in First Aid
September 22, 2017
A solid first aid program can save a life and keep minor injuries from becoming more serious ones. Accidents happen, and a clear plan to deliver first aid should be one of the...
Construction Technology Hits the Road(s)
September 21, 2017
Infrastructure in general, and roadbuilding and road maintenance in particular, have lagged in technology-facilitated productivity gains compared to manufacturing, retail, and...
Smart Road Technology Offers Routes to Faster, Safer Travel
September 21, 2017
As cities and suburbs get smarter, roads are beginning to follow suit. In the not-too-distant future, smart technology could make highway travel faster and safer. Smart roads use...
Keeping Construction Workers Safe: Physically and Mentally
September 21, 2017
According to a 2016 Centers for Disease Control report, the construction industry has the second highest suicide rate among all industries, after farming, fishing and forestry...
Disaster Cleanup and Rebuilding Work: How to Get on the List
September 21, 2017
After a devastating hurricane like Harvey or Irma, the task of rebuilding is massive. The current shortage of skilled labor compounds the problem. In Houston, where construction...
Junk in the Road: How Recycled Waste Is Turning Roadways Greener
September 19, 2017
Beginning in the 1960s, rubberized asphalt — a mix of asphalt and crumb rubber made from recycled tires — began to be used as paving material for roadways. That new technology was...
How to Comply with OSHA’s New Silica Dust Rules
September 8, 2017
OSHA’s stricter standards go into effect on September 23, 2017. Here’s what you should be doing to protect your workers and ensure you’re in compliance. Construction crews can work...
M2M and Telematics: Your Eyes on Equipment Near and Far
September 5, 2017
In machine-to-machine (M2M) communication, networked devices exchange information with each other, no human necessary. It’s the basis of the Internet of Things (IoT) — and the...
Big Boom: Top American Construction Hotspots Poised for Growth
August 25, 2017
The construction industry is booming in 10 key American cities, with another 10 smaller markets expected to expand dramatically over the next 12 months.