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Learning About Construction Crew Safety

Working in the construction industry is a dangerous one. Research shows that in 2001 alone, there were approximately 481,400 non-fatal injuries involved in construction jobs. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, roughly 1,000 construction workers get injured every single year. While construction companies are highly advised to administer safety training courses to their…

January 28, 2015
7 Unbelievable Myths about Private Investigators

Private detectives investigate suspected crimes with the goal of collecting information. They analyze information that they discover with the goal of getting to the bottom of the situation and knowing the truth. The most successful private investigators will have a strong background knowledge of technology and they will enjoy learning about others. If you are…

January 28, 2015
Five Great Ways to Improve the Efficiency of Your Warehouse

Operating storage & warehousing services require two dedicated spaces—one for the stock that the company warehouses and one for large equipment storage used in operating the company. The large equipment storage area houses the warehouse’s heavy equipment, such as its forklift, bulldozer, and crane. In some cases, storing this equipment and related accouterments requires custom…

January 26, 2015
The Top Three Things You Should Do to Keep Your Liquid Fertilizer Tanks in Top Condition

Owning above ground storage tanks to store your liquid fertilizer can be a lot of work — especially if your tanks regularly fail their American Petroleum Institute (API) inspections. However, there is a large number of habits you can get into that will help you prepare your tanks for their API inspections and keep them…

January 26, 2015
The Benefits of Going to Trade School for CNC Machining

The Great Recession shook America to its core, bringing back memories of the Great Depression some 80 years prior. During this time thousands of Americans lost their jobs due to nationwide lay offs, and subsequently, were unable to afford their mortgages, resulting in the collapse of the housing market. While the American economy has made…

January 23, 2015
Construction Safey of the Utmost Important on Job Sites

Did you know? Construction companies that couple high quality equipment and thorough safety training are shown to avoid accidents every year. Imagine that! Those who take fall protection courses fall less. Those who undergo crane training have crane accidents less frequently. It may seem like a novel idea but training your workforce and giving them…

January 23, 2015
Three Reasons to Contract Sweeping Services for Your Property

Street sweeper trucks may not be on everyone’s mind, but if you’re a property owner, then they should be. Keeping a roadway in a development cleared is one of the best ways to show residents that you care about their well-being. For those who own shopping malls, plazas, and other commercial properties, you can be…

January 22, 2015
Tips for Entering Into an Office Lease Agreement

The term “signing your life away” holds a lot of truth, especially in terms of signing a rental agreement. Whether you’re signing a residential or commercial lease, it’s important to keep in mind that leases are binding legal agreements that have severe legal consequences if they are not upheld. With the rise of small businesses…

January 22, 2015
How to Maintain Lawn Equipment

One of the biggest drawbacks to any activity involving mechanical equipment is that eventually, the equipment is going to break down. Fortunately, vehicle, lawn and garden equipment parts are easy to find, and the equipment itself is not difficult to repair. Of course, the best way to keep yourself from having to repair or replace…

January 19, 2015
OSHA Guidelines Aim to Keep Workers Safe On the Job

Manual labor is inherently risky. When working with heavy or hazardous materials, accidents can feel like a given. However, the Occupational Safety and Health (OSHA) Act of 1970 put into place a variety of measures to prevent just that. These measures involve safety inspections, regulations and guidelines about workplace safety and the treatment of employees.…

January 18, 2015