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Cofferdams are the best option for dewatering, flood protection, and creating a watertight environment for construction which would be impossible or incredibly dangerous without some barrier. Traditional cofferdams are permanent and made of materials such as steel or wood, while inflatable dams are portable and constructed of geotextile materials that offer industrial strength protection. While …
Preventable accidents are one of the leading causes of injury and death on construction sites. Costing the industry millions each year and affecting the families of thousands of workers, such accidents can be mitigated by following certain practices and policies that will save lives. Here are a few of the most effective heavy equipment safety …
Property damage, flooding of work sites, and destruction of infrastructure are some of the most prominent issues with flooding disasters. However, portable cofferdams can help mitigate risk and provide a protective force for structures and work for crews in a disaster scenario. An inflatable dam is the most environmentally friendly and accessible damming option to …
Oil spills are a hazard that affects marine life, can devastate ecosystems, poison drinking water supplies, and close down entire sections of rivers. While media outlets more widely cover larger spills on the coast, dozens of river spills have had similar or even more significant impacts on human and animal populations. River Oil Spills Aren’t …
Despite numerous advances in safety technology and new legislation for construction and repair workers, roadway and bridge work still needs to be improved. While workplace deaths have been reduced by nearly 2/3 since the post-WWII levels, there are still a staggering twelve deaths or significant injuries daily in the construction sector. How can you and …