Author Laurence Gonzales, who wrote the book Deep Survival, has studied disasters such as earthquakes, plane crashes, climbing accidents and terrorist attacks to learn about survival.   Gonzalez dissects the psychological and spiritual transformations of people who seem to beat the odds against nature and science.   He has found that survivors have several common…(Read More)

A new study finds that Hispanics will account for 40 percent of employment growth over the next five years. HIS, an economic forecasting company, says the Hispanic labor-force growth is set to accelerate by an average 2.6 percent over the next 20 years, even as the entire country’s labor force will grow…(Read More)

Thousands of construction companies are expected to take part in OSHA’s second annual “Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction” initiative. The outreach campaign is set for May 4-15, with OSHA hoping to reach some 3 million people working construction jobs. Fatalities caused by falls are the leading cause of death of…(Read More)

Taking responsibility and defining the finish line are two things project managers should do as construction work is slated to get underway.  This post, written by David Whitemyer, also suggests that team leaders not only introduce their members, but really tout their talents. Whitemyer is a PM at Brent Johnson Design in Boston. He contends…(Read More)

Ice, snow and frigid temperatures around the U.S. remind us to keep close tabs on the conditions affecting those who have jobs in construction. Dressing in layers, staying dry and being hydrated are often mentioned during winter months. This checklist of questions from Hanover Insurance offers different insights on how the elements affect the…(Read More)

There are strict requirements from OSHA about who can lead your safety training programs, and for good reason. As construction jobs continue to grow with the uptick in the economy, you’ll need qualified trainers to work with your teams. The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration mandates specific credentials for trainers. For example…(Read More)

People working in 15 of the 17 craft professions associated with construction jobs made more money in 2014. That’s according to a survey from the National Center for Construction Education and Research.  Boilermakers saw the most significant pay increase in 2014, a jump of 16 percent to $64,064 per year. “Industrial maintenance mechanics…(Read More)

There’s plenty of buzz in the construction industry about how drones can be used on aerial inspections and other construction jobs. The Federal Aviation Administration is stepping into the mix, examining possible regulations for the commercial use of unmanned aircraft systems. A post on NextCity.org says this has the potential to impact cutting…(Read More)

Measuring vibration levels in factories, construction vehicles, building and machines is an important step in preventing injuries. Engineers, machine designers and technicians who specialize in this area can typically assess how repeated exposure to high level vibrations can potentially injure—or kill—someone. Hand-held tools such as grinders and sanders can compromise physical dexterity…(Read More)