In the middle of the city, out in the suburbs, and perhaps even in the middle of nowhere, there is a pretty good chance that one or more utility line or other underground installation is buried beneath the surface. Striking a buried utility while excavating the soil can not only cause disruption of services to the general public, it could also result in someone getting seriously injured or killed. So today we will review some steps to help prevent striking underground utility installations at excavation sites. ·         Never dig... » Read more

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Posted 08/15/25 10:37:38 AM

All parts of the Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS) need to be inspected prior to each use in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. Read the product insert to learn of any specific inspection requirements or guidelines. The PFAS should be inspected for wear, damage, and other deterioration. Defective components should be removed from service. Inspect all new harnesses, lanyards, and other connectors prior to their first use on the job site. There may be defects that would require replacement. No PFAS should be modified or changed unless recommended by the manufacturer. Remember the ABC's for PFAS Inspection. A – Anchor Point •Must support 5,000 lbs per worker for non-engineered anchor points. •Select an anchor point to minimize free fall distance and swing radius. •Position above head level to prevent dangerous swinging in a fall. •Shorter tie-offs reduce fall distance. •Do not anchor to handrails, conduits... » Read more

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Posted 04/17/25 01:34:42 PM

Please be extra careful when putting the DEF pump handle back in place. We have had multiple instances where the hose is coming off the track lately. Pull the DEF hose straight out and stop right in front of DEF pump when using it. Do not pull it out at an angle and do not let the hose retract in quickly.... » Read more

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Posted 03/03/25 07:20:23 AM

We recently had a near miss on a jobsite. We were dropping a dumpster for a contractor that was tearing a house down. Driver got unsite to do a switch and got out of truck to unhook the dumpster and the operator started to move dumpster with the excavator and the operator did not know the driver was unhooking the cable at that time. The operator assumed the driver was not unhooking the cable at that time and the driver assumed the operator would not try moving the dumpster around until he was done doing the switch.  Always make sure the operator sees you before you get out the truck and make sure the operator is paying attention before you go in any blind spots. Always make eye contact with equipment operators when leaving their field of view. ... » Read more

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Posted 01/13/25 08:09:02 AM

We have had to replace far too many hydraulic cylinders for tails in the past year. Boxes are jumping off the rails and damaging the cylinder and then it starts to leak. It only takes a little scratch on the cylinder and it will eventually damage the seal and start to leak. Its about $2,750.00 each time. We have had to replace over 10 in the last year. Please be extra careful when pulling boxes at an angle or boxes that are not level. Don't be afraid to ask for help if you are worried you are going to damage something. ... » Read more

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Posted 10/21/24 07:37:07 AM