In this new educational web series, Crane Tips, our founder Jay Sturm will walk you through how to inspect and use cranes and their components safely. As we record new episodes, we’ll update this page, so be sure to bookmark it for future reference.If there are topics you’d like to see covered, please email Heather […]
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Arsenal Cleaners LLC in Stoughton is a janitorial, dumpster rental, snow and ice management company serving greater Boston. The company is looking for licensed operators to run loaders and skid steers for this coming winter season. These are non-union positions. If interested, please contact Henry Politakis at henry@arsenalcleaners.com.
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Operator training and equipment inspections are key to preventing job-site accidents. Sign up for training or schedule your next inspection. But first, read on for the August 2021 accidents list. Man jumps clear of boom lift This story illustrates the importance of knowing how close to power lines you can operate your equipment. He’s very lucky. Click
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We found these articles around the internet to share with you as our August 2021 Industry Resources. CPWR Construction Fatality Map Dashboard The Center for Construction Research and Training maintains an online map showing where, how, and why people are dying on construction sites in the United States. OSHA citation includes first egregious violation under
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The following article is a reprint from the latest DOL bulletin, highlighting how important it is to have proper training before your employees go on the job-site. Don’t let this happen to you. US Department of Labor proposes $1.3M in penalties for contractor with extensive history of violations after two workers die at Boston dig
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WANTED: Curriculum testing proctor to administer computer based exams. No experience or topic knowledge needed. Virtual training and certification provided. Some travel may be required so reliable transportation is a must! The ideal candidate will be familiar with computers and comfortable navigating websites using a tablet or a laptop. Testing runs 3-4 hours upon completion
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Tree care and landscaping companies in New England, please take note, especially those using cranes to do treework. On August 4, 2021, OSHA came out with their first-ever Regional Emphasis Program (REP) directive for New England. You can read the entire directive from OSHA here. How does this affect people in the Tree Industry? OSHA is on a
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Effective as of June 16th, the old West Virginia Crane Operator Certification Requirement is no more. Anyone who received a certification from West Virginia this year should know that it will expire as of January 1, 2022. Moving forward, crane operators should be trained, licensed, and qualified per OSHA Subpart CC (§1926.1427). The nationally accredited
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Operator training and equipment inspections are key to preventing job-site accidents. Sign up for training or schedule your next inspection. But first, read on for the July 2021 accidents list. Fatal tower crane incident in Canada 5 people have now sadly died as a result of this accident. Click here to read the article and view videos.
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We found these articles around the internet to share with you for our July 2021 Industry Resources. OSHA schedules Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health meeting The article links to where you can submit comments for the meeting, to be held August 11, 2021 Click here to read the article. Marijuana Affects Fleets’ Ability
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