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Third Caltrans worker killed since May, agency calls for statewide safety stand down
The third California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) worker in 48 days died on the job after being struck by a vehicle, according to a June 20 press statement from the agency. These fatalities are the most ever in such a short period of time, according to Caltrans. Richard Gonzalez, a 52-year-old Caltrans maintenance worker, died […]
June 22, 2011
Contractor Disaster Resources
Federal aid programs for state of Nebraska Emergency
Following is a summary of key federal disaster aid programs that can be made available as needed and warranted under President Obama's emergency disaster declaration issued for Nebraska.
June 20, 2011
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FEMA regional office prepares for 2011 hurricane season
From the Better Roads and Equipment World, sister publication to Better Roads, Disaster Recovery Website for contractors, Departments of Transportation and others in the construction industry who are able to use this resource. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Region III office is making preparations for an above-normal hurricane season, which officially began on June […]
June 20, 2011
Business
Maxwell System, American Compliance Systems partner for contractor jobsite safety
Maxwell Systems, Inc., a provider of complete construction business management software solutions, is partnering with American Compliance Systems (ACS) to provide a comprehensive set of safety tools and consulting services for construction professionals. “We understand the importance of jobsite safety to our clients and their legal obligations to adhere to OSHA regulations,” said Jim Flynn, […]
June 17, 2011
Safety
KPI-JCI hosts dealers for onsite factory training
A hands-on, onsite training approach, supported by classroom learning, resulted in enhanced education for national and international KPI-JCI and Astec Mobile Screens authorized dealers during a PRO Service Training event.
June 17, 2011
Safety
Missouri in top five for measuring transportation performance
Missouri is one of the top five states in the nation in using performance measures — such as safety, on-time and on-budget construction projects and improved traffic flow — to show taxpayers how their transportation dollars are being spent.
June 15, 2011
Safety
NJ gets $29 million to repair county-owned bridges
Nearly $29 million has been awarded to New Jersey counties through a state-funded Local Aid program to help repair or replace 31 county-owned bridges. “This program has already enabled counties to remove 53 bridges from a list of nearly 290 bridges that were rated deficient, obsolete or otherwise in need of repair,” said New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) Commissioner James Simpson. “These new grants will fund state-of-good-repair improvements for another 31 bridges, promoting safety and optimizing traffic flow.”
June 6, 2011
Contractor Disaster Resources
Public assistance applicant briefings set for Minnesota counties, Red Lake tribal nation
Disaster officials in Minnesota will hold applicant briefings to help representatives from state and local governments and certain private nonprofit organizations in Beltrami, Kittson, Marshall, Norman, Polk, Red Lake, Roseau counties and the Red Lake Tribal Nation apply for federal disaster assistance in the wake of the flooding that occurred March 16-May 25.
June 2, 2011
Safety
ARTBA names Peter Embrey director of sales
The American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) has named Peter S. Embrey its new director of sales. Embrey has more than 20 years of experience in sales and association management.
June 2, 2011
Safety
Federal Signal’s FS Solutions now has 3 online training courses
Federal Signal Environmental Solutions Group has announced that FS Solutions now offers three online training courses as part of the company’s comprehensive training programs to help its customers increase job safety, operational efficiency and regulatory compliance in a variety of applications. The courses provide introductory content or serve as prerequisites for advanced classroom and hands-on […]
June 2, 2011
Safety
New AEM/OSHA alliance crane decal now available
A new decal for cranes – “Designated/Certified Operators ONLY” – has been developed by the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) and approved by the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). The decal signifies that the machine should be operated only by personnel who have received employer certification of training and evaluation according to relevant […]
May 31, 2011
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Safety
Volvo continues product advances
Volvo Construction Equipment expanded on its CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2011 introductions, highlighting several machines in its extensive product offerings at its Volvo Days event in Sweden at the end of May. Front and center was its Tier 4 Interim engines. “The only thing customers will notice on these engines is the required diesel particulate filter change after […]
May 31, 2011
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Business
United Rentals to partner with National Hispanic Construction Association
United Rentals announced its new partnership as an official sponsor of the National Hispanic Construction Association (NHCA). United Rentals will support the NHCA in its mission to provide educational, professional and technical resources to members of state and regional Hispanic contractor associations.   Dennis Walker, United Rentals national accounts manager, will represent the company on the […]
May 31, 2011
Safety
Safety Watch
Electrical problems Recognize, evaluate and control hazards to stay safe By Equipment World Staff The accident: A four-man crew was adding space to an existing building by erecting a brick wall. The workers had set up scaffolding, and were pouring grout and inserting rerod into the bricks. One of the workers lifted the 20-foot 1/2-inch […]
May 30, 2011
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Trucks
Through the mountains in a Mack Mack’s new mDrive AMT takes the treachery out of long mountain drive By Jack Roberts “Mack is in a good place these days,” says Kevin Flaherty, senior vice president for Mack in the United States and Canada. “Our new engines are a homerun. The introduction of our ClearTech SCR […]
May 30, 2011
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Contractor of the Year Finalist
Terry Robertson Brawley, California   By Mike Anderson Hometown pride keeps this California contractor working hard for his friends, family and neighbors A&R Construction Year started: 1988 Annual volume: $5 to 7 million Markets served: Grading and wet utilities If home is indeed where the heart is, it explains plenty about why California contractor Terry […]
May 30, 2011
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Safety
2011 Attachments
Our 11 categories of attachments are designed to help you zero in on what it will take to help you complete whatever the task at hand. Whether you’re going to rip, shred, break, crush, cut, dig, grab, grind, move, measure, mulch, flatten, sweep or control, there’s an attachment that’s perfect for the job. CLEANUP PLOW […]
May 30, 2011
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Mica to outline Northeast Corridor private sector high-speed rail alternative
Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Chairman John L. Mica (R-Fla.) on Thursday will outline an alternative for a public-private partnership to develop true high-speed rail service in the nation’s Northeast Corridor (NEC).
May 25, 2011
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