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June 25, 2019 | by: NDA
From forconstructionpros.com. Remote-controlled demolition manufacturer Brokk appoints Jeff Keeling as its first business development manager. Keeling transitioned from the role of Brokk’s midwestern regional sales manager to the new position earlier this year. In this new role, Keeling works closely with regional sales managers to develop and grow the Brokk brand in key segments across the United States and Canada. He is also responsible for educational initiatives aimed at helping customers maximize their Brokk machines’ potential.
June 24, 2019 | by: NDA
From abc22now.com. Some Dayton tornado victims who lost their homes are trying to move forward, but they say city demolition permit fees make the rebuilding process even more difficult.
From Dodge Data & Analytics. At a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $757.0 billion, new construction starts in May climbed 10% from April, according to Dodge Data & Analytics. The increase continues the double-digit swings that were reported during the previous two months, when a 16% hike for total construction starts in March was followed by a 15% decline in April.
June 19, 2019 | by: NDA
How much is fatigue costing the workplace? The National Safety Council has teamed with Brigham and Women's Hospital to develop an easy-to-use online tool, where employers can receive a tailored estimate of how much fatigue is costing their bottom line. The calculator will estimate how much of the burden can be avoided with programs implemented in the workplace.
June 18, 2019 | by: SuperUser Account
From dailyreporter.com. Nearly 20% of jobs in the United States are now some form of non-traditional worker-company relationship, like independent contractor. Independent contractor work is appealing for both the worker and the company. The contractor has the benefit of setting prices, work hours, type of work and completion schedule.
June 17, 2019 | by: NDA
From Bloomberg Environment. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration would be blocked from rolling back a regulation aimed at reducing workers’ exposure to beryllium in the construction and maritime industries under spending language approved by House lawmakers.
June 17, 2019 | by: SuperUser Account
From equipmentjournal.com. Dozens of people had an opportunity to operate the R 950 and four other Liebherr machines at the National Demolition Association’s Live DEMOlition event at Demolition Rockies 2019 in Aurora, Colorado.
From finance-commerce.com. Certain truths are immutable. For instance: Water is wet. Winter is cold. And Allie Lloyd wears many, many hats at Lloyd’s Construction Services. Her official title, treasurer, vastly understates Lloyd’s contribution to her family’s business. Although she’s quick to tout the talent and diligence of those supporting her, the fact remains that Lloyd oversees the company’s IT, billing, regulatory compliance, employee incentives, corporate events, and marketing and public relations operations.