The new year provides an opportunity for individuals to refresh their resumes and put plans in place to advance their careers. One way to ensure you’re moving your career forward is by participating in additional trainings and earning certificates. Having...
Looking Back: How COVID-19 Transformed Jobsites In 2020
The coronavirus pandemic forced the construction industry to change how it operates in ways we could have never before imagined. Across the nation and in New York City, construction moratoriums were put into effect during the peak months of the...
Now That The Winter Storm Has Passed, Here’s How To Reopen Your Jobsite.
On December 15, the New York City area was placed under a winter storm advisory, which included heavy snowfall and potential wind gusts of up to 50 mph. As a result, the NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) advised all builders,...
What You Need to Know About Attaining Your SST Card
Construction poses significant risks to workers and as a result is one of the most dangerous occupations. In New York City alone, construction workers make up only 5 percent of the total workforce, but account for 27 percent of work-related...
How to Work Safely in Windy Conditions
Strong winds pose a hazard any time of the year – but construction sites are especially vulnerable. Just last week, the National Weather Service and Department of Buildings issued a wind advisory in New York City, reminding builders, contractors, crane operators,...