We’ve all heard the saying “If you fail to plan, then you’re planning to fail.” The cornerstone of any successful construction project is to first plan what needs to be…
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One of the things that young children enjoy almost more than anything else is the time they get to spend at the playground. What they do not realize, and for…
Hazard Communication OSHA’s Hazard Communication is referred to as HAZCOM. This is vital in ensuring workers understand the chemical hazards they must face during the performance of their duties. There…
Permanent Modular Construction Permanent modular construction is the process of making homes and buildings from pieces that are small enough to transport on a semi-trailer. The pieces come already made…
A playground is a place for imagination and happy memories to develop in children of all ages. When designing a playground installation in Austin, there are many areas to consider…
“All work and no play” is not the motto that schools should be following. Research shows that there are many benefits to utilizing playgrounds in schools. These positive developments span…
Computerized Maintenance Management Systems Computerized Maintenance Management Systems are referred to as CMMS. This is computer software designed specifically to make maintenance management simpler and easier. CMMS is sometimes called…
Spring is here, and with it comes the excitement to finally complete that “to do” list that has been waiting on you all winter. But there is a draw back…
Being able to play on a playground is an exhilarating experience for a growing child. Playgrounds offer many ways to develop fine motor skills, social skills, and are a good…
What is LEED Certification? LEED stands for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, and is a program started by the United States Green Building Council in order to promote environmental…
According to OSHA, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, an approved hard hat must be worn whenever work is being done in an area where a head injury from falling…
Take a moment to recollect going to the playground as a child. Remember seeing the slide and hearing the laughter of happy children playing on the slide. Remember the anticipation…
Keeping a building up to date and running smoothly all year long is something that calls for care, time, and effort. It’s something that requires regular work. If you want…
Most construction sites experience both high activity levels and dangerously loud noise levels. The two together can result in many dangerous situations if appropriate safety measure are not taken. Awareness…
While playgrounds are made to provide outdoor entertainment for kids, they still require regular maintenance in order to extend their life and keep them safe. The maintenance needs of each…
Up until more recently, crawl space foundations were the primary type of foundation, but in recent years slab foundations have become increasingly popular. While there are advantages and disadvantages to…
The sandbox at your local community playground usually proves to be among the most popular places where children enjoy spending time and having fun. Most parents have good memories about…
The National Association of Home Builders’ index on home builder confidence was recently updated for December 2017, and they have reportedly reached their highest point since 1999. The home builder…
If it weren’t for job order contracting, there is little question that a great deal of construction sites would miss their deadlines. One of the problems that many companies have…
Winter Construction Challenges, Difficulties, and Delays For people who are looking to have construction completed in the winter months it is important to understand there are some concerns, delays, and…
