Author: Mala Dewan
When it comes to the labor shortage plaguing the construction industry, the consensus remains that there aren’t enough young workers stepping up to replace those who are retiring. Given the fact that only 16.7% of Gen Z-ers are interested in pursuing a career in construction, this shouldn’t come as a surprise.… Read more...
A load chart indicates the crane’s capabilities and how its lifting capacity varies when considering radius, boom angle, and boom length. The loads weight, deductions, boom length, boom angle, parts of line, and other factors will vary the capacity. Load charts are one of the most important resources for crane operators, and understanding them is paramount. … Read more...
“Workforce development encompasses four key areas—recruitment, assessment, training, and leadership management. Organizations that only focus on one or some of these areas will never fully solve their skilled workforce challenges,” said Pete Krammer, Senior Partner of Okos Partners.
Crane Industry Services (CIS) uses cutting edge training and assessment tools to help employers achieve organizational excellence.… Read more...
Debbie Dickinson, Chairman of the SCOAR Workforce Development Committee, co-presented a scholarship award at the Moore Community House in Biloxi, Miss., to an individual in its Women in Construction program. Logan Brown, Vice-Chair of the SCOAR Workforce Development Committee, joined Dickinson in presenting the award. The scholarship was given as part of the Southeastern Construction Owners & Associates Roundtable (SCOAR) Skilled Trades Scholarship Program, through the Workforce Development Committee. … Read more...
Villa Rica, Ga. (August 6, 2021) Crane Industry Services (CIS), a full-service training provider serving utility, energy, government, and construction markets, will highlight solutions for both skilled trades workers and leadership during The Utility Expo, September 28-30, 2021, in Louisville, Ky. See them at Booth N2008.
During the show, attendees can participate in a brief, free assessment of their crew’s communication and feedback skills, emotional intelligence, processes, accountability, and cohesion.… Read more...
NCCCO has released a series of articles that take a deeper dive into common jobs in the crane & rigging industry to clearly outline and define their responsibilities and training requirements.
The first article in the series, Responsibilities of On-Site Personnel for Cranes, outlines the industry’s standards and federal regulations for on-site personnel.… Read more...