Rainy Conditions are Dangerous

Yellow water lilies blooming on a calm pond surface with raindrops.

It becomes dangerous when construction projects encounter a high concentration of rain. It can become extremely hazardous for potential slips and falls. Extreme wet conditions can create an increase in accidents especially while workers are on ladders and scaffolding with wet and dirty boots. Certainly, safety becomes the priority after a heavy rain on any…

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It’s Muddy at Times

Muddy tire tracks with a heart-shaped puddle on a dirt road.

What is mud really made of? Yes, you are probably thinking this is a silly question.  We all know mud is created when water is added and mixed with soil. What’s interesting is that you can actually find online instructions on how to make mud.  The materials or list of ingredients you will need and…

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Sediment Suffocates

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Sedimentation run-off can create costly damage to our waterbodies. An abundance of sedimentation leaving a construction site can create less capacity for water in streams, rivers, and lakes causing a higher propensity for flooding.  If not adequately maintained and frequently checked, sediment can quickly fill the construction sites stormwater drainage systems such as culverts, inlets,…

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Exit with Excellence

Close-up of large tractor tires on a dirt path with green fields and cloudy sky.

Just having a quality-built construction entrance alone is not going to completely control sediment and mud departing a construction site.  It must also be well maintained through-out the construction process.  On-going traffic through-out the day will put a tremendous strain on the construction exit.  It is a great practice to frequently inspect the condition to…

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