May 25, 2023

A group of construction workers talking to each other.

We’re All Mentors

Mentoring (training) is giving a lesser skilled individual a foundation for knowledge, understanding and growth and assures them they will have help in dealing with day-to-day job challenges. It makes them feel like they are part of the team. Solid mentoring relationships have powerful positive effects on people in a variety of personal, academic and

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A group of workers are working on the Phase 3 construction project at Prescott Regional Airport.

Heavy Lifting

Lifting heavy items is one of the leading causes of injury in the workplace. In 2001, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that over 36 percent of injuries involving missed workdays were the result of shoulder and back injuries. Overexertion and cumulative trauma were the biggest factors in these injuries. When employees use smart lifting

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A bulldozer on a dirt road.

The 5-Minute Rule

Reducing Idle Time Improves Fuel Efficiency, Profit Margins. Decreasing machine idle time is key to improving your fleet’s fuel efficiency and your company’s profit margins. Idle time cannot be eliminated because of warm-up and shutdown requirements, but it can be controlled and reduced. Here are seven sure-fire methods to reduce idle time:

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Two bulldozers creating a fire-wise dirt road in the forest.

Fire Wise

We seem to be talking about fire safety more and more these days. The dryer our climate gets, the more serious the problem. It is important that all employees are aware of their responsibilities to prevent fires. Talk about fire prevention and safety in your safety meetings. Let everybody know where the fire extinguishers are

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