Urban redesigns with environmentally-friendly features are getting attention from construction workers and the public alike. Protected bike lanes in specific areas of Portland, Chicago, Seattle, and Austin are winning praise from many, according to Treehugger.com. “Many of these bike ‘lanes’ are actually what some people call ‘cycle tracks’ because they are for some…(Read More)
What’s a construction job without a bit of noise? Some leaders in New York City say the sound of pneumatic jackhammers is nearly intolerable. They are considering a nighttime ban on these concrete-breaking tools, a move that would impact construction road crews. “Instead they would be required to use electric drills that reportedly…(Read More)
2015 brings creative solutions to challenges and work on construction jobs. For example, the Smart Helmet is a hard hat equipped with smartglass technology that can enhance job site management. There are also spherical reflectors and high-strength aluminum footbridges designed to withstand deep-ocean movement and high winds. In addition, this post from BDCNetwork…(Read More)
This emergency preparedness guide for people working construction jobs this winter is an important resource that’s worthy of being shared. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration offers bullet points and easy-to-read thumbnails on common conditions brought on by frigid weather. It also covers first aid tips for hypothermia, frostbite, dehydration and immersion…(Read More)
