On Oct. 17, 1989, a 6.9 magnitude earthquake hit San Francisco, where Game 3 of the World Series had just gotten underway. No one at Candlestick Park was hurt, but the quake killed 63 people and caused $6 billion in damage. The ballpark was demolished and a new stadium built with private funds was…(Read More)
Reduced waste, precision assembly, and quality control are a few of the reasons construction companies opt for prefabrication. Jeff Dusing writes on Modspace.com that reduced waste is another advantage. Factory construction allows builders to keep materials in stock and ready to use. “Remnant materials are used where possible instead of being discarded as scrap…(Read More)
Slips, trips, and falls are common occurrences on construction sites. Employers and contractors face delays and additional costs when an accident occurs, according to a post on ContractorLink.ca. Safety training, especially for new construction workers, is critical. “Most of the time, these are workers that are hired per project and have no experience working…(Read More)
A potential significant rise in construction costs may be looming, according to Rider Levett Bucknall’s Third Quarter 2014 USA Construction Report. A lack of skilled labor is creating a strain on the industry, states a post on GlobeSt.com. RLB, which tracks construction costs in 12 major U.S. cities, found that between April…(Read More)
As the U.S., China, and other countries work to quell the Ebola epidemic in West Africa, the construction industry will be stepping up as well. The design and construction of treatment and quarantine centers needs standards that will minimize the risk of spreading the deadly disease. Equally as important is how to maximize both…(Read More)
Adhering to the many regulations imposed by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration may seem cumbersome or unnecessary. But if you’re thinking a few shortcuts won’t be a big deal, think again. Every time your crew enters a jobsite, insurance hikes, lawsuits, and cost overruns can result from something that appears to be…(Read More)
With a lot of moving parts and individuals involved, miscommunication throughout a project is a guarantee, according to a post from Procore Technologies, Inc. “Paper-based systems and outdated technology, like fax machines and endless spreadsheets, impede the ability to anticipate delays and supervise deadlines, and end up wasting valuable time and resources.” Using cloud…(Read More)
A mix of contractors, bond agents, insurance, and other financial responsibilities can easily get complicated for employers in the construction industry. Here is some sage advice on how—and why—to hire a reputable CPA firm. Referrals are helpful in this area as trust is a priority in the accounting space. http://www.equipmentworld…(Read More)
Some 25 states around the U.S. are teaming up with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) to improve signage, pavement markings, and lighting on dangerous roadways. Officials say the effort is already saving lives in South Carolina, where deadly accidents were on the rise. The FHWA hired a private company to install the low-cost…(Read More)
Some may think the construction industry is a harsh place to work, but there is heart among those who make their living in the field. The human interest stories featured in this post include the rescue of a kitten from a tree, the gathering of 2,000 loose coins from an antique collection, and the…(Read More)
