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Un incendie sur un chantier de construction constitue une menace importante. These fires can be even more hazardous than building fires because permanent fire protection systems aren’t usually in place yet...

On many construction projects, the contractor who submits the lowest bid gets the job. But there's a difference between a low, responsible bid and a bid that wins because it left...

Plan ahead, use smart tools and provide training to reduce injury risk. Construction is physically demanding work. For laborers and tradespeople, carrying heavy materials, engaging...

Most companies still use Excel, but you can do better. Construction isn’t something you just wake up one morning and do. Pretty much every worker needs basic safety training and...

An online presence can give you an edge over the competition. Want to give your construction company an edge over the competition this year? Build your social media presence...

Construction project managers are in high demand at the moment. If you’re thinking of becoming one, what skills and traits will you need? We talked with Brian Binke, president and...

When choosing PPE for your hands, make sure the glove fits the task like…a glove. Depending on the work you’re doing, you may need gloves that are resistant to abrasions, cuts...

It’s true what they say: There’s an app for almost everything. Check out five that act as useful tools or provide a productive way to pass a few minutes. Air Measure Ask...

Some general contractors may not recognize the term Prevention through Design (PtD), but many are adopting practices associated with it, according to a recently released report on...

Although ongoing transportation megaprojects have hit plenty of obstacles, several are on the books for 2018. Here are a few notable ones to watch: Alaskan Way Viaduct A $3 billion...