Construction Fall Prevention Campaign Ready to Launch

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Falls are the top cause of construction fatalities and account for one-third of on-the-job injuries and deaths in the industry. In 2012, CPWR, NIOSH and OSHA launched a national construction fall prevention campaign. This hour-long webinar will bring together leaders from all three organizations to showcase the past successes of the campaign and its major event, the National Safety Stand-Down, as well as to highlight plans for 2016. Presenters: Pete Stafford, executive director, CPWR – The Center for Construction Research and Training Christine Branche, Ph.D., principal associate director, NIOSH, and director, office of construction safety and health Dean McKenzie, deputy … Read more

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2015 Pinnacle Winners Enhance Carolinas, Advance Construction Industry

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CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Carolinas AGC recently bestowed the 2015 Pinnacle Awards to five construction projects, and an individual who has spent his career bettering the construction industry. Pinnacle entries are judged on unique aspects and challenges, special values, project management, budget and schedule and safety performance. To view photos of the winning projects, visit www.cagc.org. Best Highway-Heavy Project Under $5 Million Goat Island Park, Phase II, Cramerton, N.C. Blythe Construction, Inc. Goat Island Park is part of a development plan which includes an 18-hole disc golf course, permanent corn hole and ping-pong facilities, an exercise pavilion, new playground equipment, an … Read more

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New Talent Named at Williams Company

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ORLANDO, Fla.—Bob Lipscomb was recently named CEO at Williams Company. Having previously served as president, Lipscomb began his career with Williams Company in 1988. He is a licensed general contractor in five states and holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Florida’s School of Building Construction. Taylor Huddleston was promoted to president at Williams Company. A 23-year construction veteran, Huddleston joined Williams Company in 2000 and previously served as executive vice president. As president, he now has overall responsibility for day-to-day operations. Huddleston holds a Bachelor of Science in Building Construction from the University of Florida. Mark Brown, Luciana … Read more

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U.S. Construction Industry in Best Shape Since Financial Crisis

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PHOENIX, Ariz. – Rider Levett Bucknall reports that the U.S. construction industry “is in the best shape that it has been since the depths of the financial crisis,” following continued upward trends in construction activity and steady growth in the last half of 2015. The firm notes that, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics construction unemployment is down to 6.2 percent – nearly at economic full employment – and that its research shows that activity is up in virtually all areas with the possible exception of the oil centers. The firm reported its findings in its newly released Fourth … Read more

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Revised Training, Assessment Products Now Available for Construction Industry

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ALACHUA, Fla. — NCCER recently revised its Construction Craft Laborer Level 1 and Level 2 curricula as well as its Hydroblasting Technician assessment and Performance Verification. Construction craft laborers perform a variety of crafts and operate many types of tools, instruments and equipment as they travel to different jobsites. The Construction Craft Laborer curriculum introduces trainees to a variety of trades, including carpentry, masonry, ironworking, electrical, welding, heavy equipment and cranes. Upon completion of this two-level course, trainees will have the basic knowledge needed on any jobsite. The curriculum covers subjects such as site layout, reinforcing concrete and electrical safety. … Read more

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