Posted on March 5, 2011
There are many types of lifting equipment on the market for various industries. The construction industry demands the most rugged pieces of lifting equipment which have to be tough enough to withstand heavy loads. The following is a list of the kind of lifting equipment to be found on a construction site.
One man access platform
A one man access platform is a good place to start when making a list of the kind of equipment found on a construction site. This piece of equipment is incredibly sturdy and can hold up to two men. They are designed to safely lift workers up to the desired height. Various attachments can be added as an optional extra. These can include;
- A tool tray.
- Safety harness
- An overhead guard.
Crane
The humble crane is often used for the deconstruction of buildings and is widely used in the construction industry in general. A variety of cranes are available for the construction industry and serve many different purposes. Cranes that are used in the construction industry are generally needed on a temporary basis. They come in two varieties, those that are fixed to one place and those that are situated on the back of a vehicle. Cranes are also used to manufacture heavy equipment. Types of crane include; Read more...
Posted on March 5, 2011
Temporary or agency employees are a vital resource for management in the construction industry. They are used to meet a short-term need for labour, generally of a specific skill group, without the need to keep many individuals on the company's books. Although the cost may be more expensive as a per-hour rate, if you take account of employee tax, pension/superannuation payments, management time and HR for each full time employee, using agency employees becomes a very attractive option.
One potential pitfall is for a management gap to occur - who is responsible for the employee's development and growth? The agency who employees the individual or the company where they are deployed? To get the most out of the agency staff they need to be managed on a daily basis, and this is best done at the place of work. Below are the key areas which need to be addressed. One individual needs to be responsible for managing all agency employees and this should be built into their job description - this is to maximise the value from agency employees. Management need to accept that there is some cost in time and resources when using agency employees.
Preparation
Before agency employees are brought in, ensure that you have the right equipment for them to do their job properly. Someone commencing work as a site cleaner may require cleaning fluids, cloths, mop & bucket, broom, dustpan & brush and protective gloves. If you do not provide the right equipment it will give a negative impression of the standard of work expected from them and may prevent them from completing their tasks. Create a structure for each day regardless of how frequent agency employees are used. It is important to document the structure of the day. This will help them feel comfortable, know what is expected of them and give them an opportunity to raise any issues they may have (health and safety, skills etc). Read more...
Posted on February 22, 2011
Building up a project is indeed a challenging task but what makes it more risky is when uncontrollable factors like natural weather conditions and other surrounding elements come to play along. With these obstacles, construction shelters are deemed as very important and the most convenient answer.
You can find portable all-weather clear span fabric structures from trusted rental companies available at reasonable rates. These clear span fabric structures can be turned into temporary construction shelters, giving you a lot of benefits from efficiency to maximum productivity ensuring success of your project.
Temporary construction shelters effectively protect ongoing construction from heavy rain and snowfall. You can choose various designs of construction enclosure systems that perfectly suit your construction project. One notable clear span fabric structure used is the TFS series featuring a sloping shape, which can shed snow and rain during the winter season. In contrast to other construction shelters with designs that permit snow to build up which can eventually cause the structure to collapse.
With durable construction shelters, you are assured that your valuable equipment and supplies are securely enclosed and protected from theft and vandalism. Tent rental companies provide accessories for these structures like steel doors, portable HVAC, hard wall panels and other accessories and support services to ensure security on the enclosed area. Read more...
