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The Silica Standard’s “Restricted Access Area” Requirement: Explained
The language used in regulations isn’t always straightforward, and while OSHA’s silica standard for construction is designed to be easy to comprehend, it still contains some confusing verbiage and concepts. “Restricted access area” is one example, so in this article...
Protecting Young Workers: Things for Safety Leaders to Remember
Young workers are often eager to have summer jobs or apprenticeships alongside people they look up to. The excitement and optimism are excellent for company morale, but there is a tradeoff for having young workers on staff — they’re accident-prone. Just how...
How Construction Business Owners Are Using Drones to Boost Productivity
Drones aren’t just for early adopters anymore — the construction industry is embracing the technology at a rapid pace. Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) aren’t just gaining traction because they’re a fun, new gadget. It’s also because they have massive impacts on...
Michigan Moves Forward on PFAS in Drinking Water Rules
LANSING, Michigan -- The Michigan PFAS Action Response Team (MPART) today received health-based values from its Science Advisory Workgroup that will be used by the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy to develop regulatory drinking water standards for...
Research-Backed Construction Mega Trends Too Powerful to Ignore
In the age of information overload, it can be hard to tell which trends are going to have a lasting impact on the construction industry. However, there are always a few standouts that are poised to revolutionize the industry as we know it. Let’s dive in. Drones The...
July 1 Deadline: Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) Data
It’s about that time again — the deadline to report your Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) data is quickly approaching. Here we’ll give you a quick rundown on what the inventory is, if you need to report, and the reporting process. About the TRI Requirements from the...
Signs You Need a New Contractor for Your Pipeline Construction Project
At some point, you’re bound to encounter contractors who aren’t the right fit for your project — and sometimes you won’t know it until after you put them on the books. But on large-scale, long-term, environmentally-sensitive projects like pipeline construction, it’s...
Stop Utility Damages Forever: Look for These Qualities in a Utility Locating Contractor
When you’re building a new pipeline, the last thing that you need is a damaged utility incident. Hitting buried infrastructure doesn’t just create friction between you and utility companies — it can set back your schedule, bust your budget, or, in the worst-case...
Tips for Overcoming 16 Challenges of Human Resource Planning and Management on Pipeline Construction Projects
With pipeline construction projects, the word “resources” encompasses a lot of factors including equipment, facilities, funding, and everything else required to carry out the project successfully. In this article, we’re going to focus on how to overcome the challenges...
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