When we think of construction workers – builders, carpenters, electricians, masons, plumbers, and welders, just to name a few – we think of physical labor. We think of very specific skillsets. While each job requires a different skillset, one skill...

If you’ve applied for a construction job and have been asked to come in for an interview, congratulations! You’ve already gotten past the first hurdle. As any job candidate would, prospective construction workers should spend some time preparing beforehand, including...

According to OSHA, excavation and trenching are among the most hazardous jobs in the construction industry. The agency defines excavation as “any man-made cut, cavity, trench, or depression in the Earth’s surface formed by earth removal. A trench is a...

As a construction worker in New York City, you’re most likely familiar with OSHA’s safety guidelines and recommendations. After all, you’ve probably sat through 30 hours of training – or will need to before Local Law 196’s deadline on December...

You may have heard the saying “There is no ‘I’ in team,” and it’s very true. When working as part of a team, it is crucial that everyone communicates and does his or her part to ensure success – and...