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Improving Job Site Safety: Toolbox Talks & Strategic Teamwork

In the demanding — and dangerous — world of concrete and construction work, safe practices save lives. It isn’t enough to remind workers to play it safe on the job. To truly look out for the best interests of your team members and company, it takes cultivating a culture dedicated to doing things the right way. Safety toolbox talks and a smart approach can make [...]
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National Preparedness Month: Protect Your Crew, Company & Jobs

Simple considerations during National Preparedness Month can help protect workers and operations against the unexpected. September is National Preparedness Month, an opportunity for companies everywhere to assess their situations, pinpoint areas for potential improvement and take steps to remain ready for whatever the future might hold. This annual event is headed up by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). And, although situated at the peak [...]
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This National Safety Month, Consider Mental Health, Too

June is National Safety Month. This annual event is an opportunity for crews everywhere to assess day-to-day operations, find areas that could be improved upon and take active measures to better protect team members and those around them. While you should always cover basic concerns such as ensuring your team is up to date on safety training and personal protective equipment (PPE) use, other health [...]
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Concrete Burns: What You Need to Know

The general public may see freshly poured concrete and think it’s just an opportunity to “leave their mark,” but concrete pros know fresh material can cause serious concrete burns to anyone who isn’t careful. (That includes professionals and everyday citizens alike.) Here are a few things you need to know about this chemical burn danger. [caption id="attachment_982" align="alignright" width="331"] Improper handling of wet concrete can [...]
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Concrete Work Safety: Looking Beyond Traditional Job Site Considerations

Fall prevention, personal protective equipment (PPE) and on-the-job training are important aspects of construction and concrete work safety, but they aren’t the be all and end all. The truth is, there are a myriad of other issues that come into play on the job site which can have lasting effects on team members’ health. In this blog post, General Chipping takes a moment to consider [...]