WINTER IS COMING: PREPARING YOUR JOB SITE
While the rest of the world gets worked up in a holiday frenzy, construction companies in the northern hemisphere are busily preparing for the winter job site. Winter poses a different set of challenges for construction companies. Whether it be timeline and scheduling issues that delay a foundation pour or freezing temperatures that put your employees' safety at risk, it's important that your company prepares the job site to meet the unpredictable challenges of the cold season. IS YOUR JOB SITE PREPARED FOR FATHER WINTER? THESE 10 TIPS WILL HELP. Winter is notorious for being windy and cold, two conditions that increase the number of job site hazards. The following tips can help you prepare your job site for a safe and productive winter. Do Daily Safety Checks. While a quick walkabout is a good idea everyday, to ensure OSHA safety regulations are being observed and note any items that need to be corrected, removed, or amended, pay extra careful attention during the winte...