Cold Days Ahead: Are You Ready?

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The Western regions have been blanketed in snow for weeks — and after a mild December in much of the East, winter weather is finally moving in. Are you ready? While much construction will wind down for the coldest months, new technologies – such as chemical additives that allow concrete to cure in low temperatures – allow work to go forward on some jobs even during a deep freeze. That means a lot of workers will face extreme weather in January and February. Extended exposure to freezing or cold temperatures can lead to trench foot, frostbite and hypothermia. Danger signs for … Read more

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OSHA, Independent Electrical Contractors Renew Alliance

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently renewed its alliance with the Independent Electrical Contractors Inc. During the five-year agreement, the alliance will primarily focus on providing agency staff with 70E and arc-flash training, and preventing worker exposures to electric shock and arc flash hazards. Through the alliance, participants will also promote awareness of OSHA campaigns on preventing falls and heat illness, as well as promote a culture of safety through outreach, particularly to small businesses and workers with limited- and non-English speaking skills. “For more than a decade, OSHA and IEP have had a productive partnership … Read more

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Tech-Savvy Teamwork

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How superintendents can lead the charge with technology By Jake Bowron Introducing new technologies in the workplace can produce bumpy rides even in the best circumstances. Integrating techno-tools into construction operations offers its own challenges. Here’s an unusual proposition: superintendents should volunteer for a bigger leadership role in helping project teams make the adjustment. I’m not suggesting that superintendents turn into gluttons for punishment. However, as a superintendent who recently accepted a position as director of field technology, I’m convinced that greater involvement by superintendents in introducing technology can produce big benefits. In the field, there’s no questioning technology’s ability … Read more

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Gilbane Moody Gardens Project Wins Award from Themed Entertainment Association

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HOUSTON, Texas — Gilbane Building Company’s Moody Gardens SpongeBob SubPants Adventure attraction was recently honored with the Thea award by the Themed Entertainment Association. The TEA Thea Award is considered one of the attractions industry’s greatest honors. TEA lauds the visionary project owners and the team that helped create something never done before. The SpongeBob SubPants Adventure attraction at Moody Gardens in Galveston, Texas, has numerous elements including stereoscopic 3-D film, 4-D in-theater effects, real-time animation and multiple story paths that are all used to evoke the world of Nickelodeon’s SpongeBob SquarePants to quirky and comical effect, all in perfect … Read more

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Volunteer Contractors to Help Build First Handicap-Accessible Water Park

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Construction charity organization AGC Charities, Inc. is partnering with local construction firms to help build “Morgan’s Inspiration Island,” a new handicap accessible water park addition to nonprofit Morgan’s Wonderland. As part of the charitable organization’s annual Operation Opening Doors effort, many construction firms will be donating time, expertise and money to build a first-ever handicap accessible water park in San Antonio, Texas. “We want to help build a special place where every child is free to splash around and have fun,” said Scott Williams, president of Hamilton Construction Company and the chairman of AGC Charities. “It isn’t every day we … Read more

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