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October is Careers in Construction Month

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NCCER and its Build Your Future (BYF) initiative once again declare October as Careers in Construction Month. Throughout the month, industry and education partner locally to host career events that introduce students to rewarding construction careers. This year, governors in Nevada, Utah, Nebraska, Texas, Indiana, North Carolina, Florida, Alabama and Mississippi have all proclaimed Careers in Construction Month in their states.

October 2015 Newsletter

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Wake Up Crane & Rigging Managers!

You have a personal and possibly legal responsibility to qualify your employees

By Debbie Dickinson

A recent article titled, “Is OSHA going to put you in jail?”, written by Howard Mavity of Fisher & Phillips LLP, raises interesting points as it relates to the current compliance climate. While Mavity admits that criminal provisions under OSHA are weak, he is seeing a trend whereby prosecution may be sought against employers under other Federal and State laws for OSHA violations. Read the newsletter…

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5 Hot Tips for Working in the Heat

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During this record breaking hot summer, maintaining cool heads requires more than ice, water and shade. Remember:

  1. Increased sweat may make objects, handrails, ladders or steps slippery.  Secure items and your steps.
  2. Stay cool – physically and mentally.  Heat exhaustion kills and hospitalizes hard working people.  Big numbers on the heat index can also cause short tempers. Be patient.  Avoid hot heads.
  3. Drink responsibly.  Energy drinks are being banned from some job sites.  Drinking excessive amounts of water in a short period of time may unbalance the body’s electrolytes.  Drink water often and throughout the day.
  4. Protect your eyes from the sun.  Cataracts and other eye aliments are reportedly linked to over exposure to the sun.
  5. Lightening does strike.  Storms arise quickly on hot, humid days, and are generally, short-lived.  Seek shelter before the bolts hit.
Crane Industry Services company news

CIS Receives Woman Business Enterprise Certification

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July 15, 2015 – Crane Industry Services recently received certification from the National Women Business Owners Corporation (NWBOC) as a Woman Business Enterprise (WBE). Debbie Dickinson, CEO of Crane Industry Services, is majority owner of the training, equipment inspection, and consulting firm, which is operated in partnership with Cliff Dickinson, President.

WBE status is achieved only after filing legal paperwork establishing majority ownership of a company to a female. However, earning WBE Certification provides additional credibility, as it is a third-party verification of being a woman-owned business. WBE certification from NWBOC requires a thorough application process and an in-person site visit. Read more

July 2015 Newsletter

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Improving Training for At-Risk Workers

Jobsite fatalities remain high for young, Hispanic construction workers

A recent report released by the American Society of Safety Engineers and the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health identifies young, Hispanic construction workers as being the most at risk for being killed on the job. This is not a new trend, but continues to be a serious problem. This ethnic group was the only one to see an increase in the number of workplace fatalities in 2013. Read the newsletter…

CIS named NCCER Training Sponsor and Assessment Center Candidate

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Aug. 3, 2015 – Crane Industry Services, LLC announces that it now provides NCCER training, testing and ANSI accredited certifications for crane operators and riggers. Asked why Crane Industry Services […]

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