How to Stay Safe in Construction

Construction has three of the ten occupations with the highest fatal injury rates Roofers at 34.7 fatal work injuries per 100,000 full-time equivalent workers, structural iron and steel workers at 30.3, and laborers at 18.3. It is the most dangerous industry. Construction had the highest number of fatal injuries at work injuried-16.5% of the total in 2010. Below are some tips to stay safe on the job.

• Only use the appropriate tool for a specific task.
• Ensure that scaffolds, ladders, and stairs are steady, dry, clean, clear of obstacles, and can hold the appropriate weight. 
• Support trenches with sloping or shoring, ensure that there’s an engineered support system in place, and see to it that exits are nearby and easily accessible.
• When operating tools, vehicles, or other heavy machinery, be vigilant of your own safety and that of those around you.
• Treat each chemical spill as a high hazard.
• Always wear appropriate protective equipment. 
• Reduce your risk of strain and of falling by practicing good posture and balance at all times.
• Make sure that you are working in a dry and well-cleaned area, as obstructions and wetness make for a hazardous environment.
• Never work in the rain, as it invites all kinds of possible calamities when building, especially if the work is being done outside.
•  Lastly, assure that everyone is using proper safety equipment such as goggles and gloves, boots, and a helmet, all of which save lives.

John Ania is a construction contractor who is committed to keeping his crew safe while they are on the job.

John Ania - Tips for New Business Owners

There are things that are studied long before a business even considers building an office in any location. The decision to make a building is one that requires years of research and analysis of data, including demographics, the projected economic state of an area, as well as the general culture and feel of a population. Once this decision is made, it takes even more paperwork and formality to find the right contractor at the right time with the proper skill set. Organizing and analyzing these massive amounts of data for the good of the company is a true art form, something that takes years to understand and a lifetime to master. That is why you must become a student of business administration.

Being skilled at business administration is not something to scoff at, but is very valuable in any field.  Business administration and organization are relatively new and unexplored subjects to many new business owners, but one that you should learn very diligently. The raw amount of data needed to be collected and analyzed in order to make informed business decisions can be quite baffling. You may never truly realize how much goes into a business until you view things from a different perspective.

John Ania is a professional construction contractor and businessman who has been in the field for many years. He is very familiar with the construction process, as well as all of the nuances required to excel in the field. Recently, however, he has become more closely involved with the business aspect of his business.