by Jorge Vazquez on Jun 17, 2019
ANSI and OSHA do not reference a maximum service life for synthetic fiber products. ANSI and OSHA standards require that the user remove the equipment from service if it has been subject to the forces of arresting a fall. ANSI A10.32-2012 does not specify a 5-year harness and lanyard service life. It states that "fall protection equipment shall be... read more
by Marek Brothers on Jun 13, 2019
Having heart, ambition, persistence humility, and the ability to build relationships can be the difference between career advancement and unemployment.
by Jorge Vazquez on Jun 10, 2019
Hot weather causes more fatalities than any other weather-related source. Heat waves rarely are given adequate attention but in fact, they claim more lives each year than floods, hurricanes, and tornadoes combined. Heat waves are a silent killer. Heatstroke also affects both genders equally. However, because many men were exposed to heat in the... read more
by Marek Brothers on Jun 4, 2019
The annual Build Your Future Construction Career Day hosted by Construction Education Foundation (CEF) was rescheduled due to extreme weather from last October to April 18, 2019.
by Jorge Vazquez on Jun 4, 2019
WaterThe natural choice for hydration is water. It hydrates better than any other liquid, both before and during work. Water tends to be less expensive and more available than any other drink. You need to drink 4-6 ounces of water for every 15-20 minutes of work. That can add up to a lot of water! Water is the best, but it only helps you if you... read more
by Jorge Vazquez on May 29, 2019
There’s one hand tool that demands your respect over many others in the workplace, a tool that can cut you to the bone in an instant . . . the utility knife.Many workers use utility knives to cut drywall, ceiling tile, strapping, puncture shrink wrap and open packaging. But one wrong move and these blades can do serious harm.In fact, nearly 40... read more
by Jorge Vazquez on May 21, 2019
Most people don’t think much about their feet, until a foot begins to hurt. Damage to even one bone, ligament, or muscle in the foot can be very painful and make it difficult or impossible for you to keep on your feet and do your job. Unfortunately, statistics tell us that work-related foot injuries are common.Foot injuries can result from:... read more
by Marek Brothers on May 20, 2019
Business leaders attended a program to learn about and discuss the future of workforce and immigration in greater Houston and Montgomery County in The Woodlands recently. Data presented by experts revealed the critical and complementary role that immigrants play in the local workforce, and business executives in attendance echoed the case made by... read more
by Jorge Vazquez on May 14, 2019
Accidents occur for many reasons. In most jobsites people tend to look for "things" or “people” to blame when an accident happens, because it's easier than looking for "root causes." While some factors in the workplace can play a role in causing distractions, the fact remains that more hazards result from unsafe acts than from unsafe conditions.... read more
by Marek Brothers on May 13, 2019
Senator Ted Cruz visited Spawglass’ Village of Southhampton jobsite in Houston this week to tour the site, hear from construction executives, and promote his new bill, the Education Freedom Scholarships and Opportunity Act during an event hosted by Associated Builders and Contractors of Houston. In an effort to help people attain the skills they... read more
by Marek Brothers on May 10, 2019
The following article was authored by Elizabeth McPherson and originally published on Construction Citizen.
by Jorge Vazquez on May 7, 2019
You are at risk from falling objects when you are beneath equipment, scaffolds, etc., or where overhead work is being performed. There is a danger from flying objects when power tools, or activities like pushing, pulling, or prying, may cause objects to become airborne. Injuries can range from minor abrasions to concussions, blindness, or death.... read more
by Marek Brothers on May 6, 2019
The following article was authored by Chuck Gremillion, Executive Director of Construction Career Collaborative.Back in January, the Construction Career Collaborative (C3) hosted a meeting with members of its board of directors and other interested parties to establish new strategic goals. One of the primary themes that emerged was the importance... read more
by Marek Brothers on May 1, 2019
O.S.H.A. identifies falls as one of the four leading causes of fatalities in the construction industry. This is why employees must be trained to recognize fall exposures and have the authority to take corrective actions.We have all heard the expression - ‘it’s not the fall that’s hurts but the sudden stop at the end’. Think of a fall as “...a... read more
by Marek Brothers on Apr 26, 2019
The following article was authored by Angela Robbins and originally published on Construction Career Collaborative.April 4th was a big day for us at Construction Career Collaborative (C3). We launched our first annual career fair for graduating high school seniors around Houston. School guidance counselors and the C3 People Development team put a... read more
by Jorge Vazquez on Apr 23, 2019
At MAREK, we rely on our employees to work as teams to build our jobs, and without teamwork, we would not be able to accomplish any of our goals. The teams that we have are generally comprised from a very diverse group, be it different trades, races, genders, religions, etc. We feel that the diversity we have throughout our organization is one of... read more
by Jorge Vazquez on Apr 15, 2019
We have all experienced slipping, tripping, stumbling or falling. Usually, the only result is that you feel silly, embarrassed, and perhaps got a scrape or bruise. But falls kill 1,200 people at work a year. They are the biggest cause of accidental death in the workplace. More than 33,000 people are disabled every year from falling down stairs,... read more
by Jorge Vazquez on Apr 10, 2019
Mandatory Topic:Notice to Supervisors: Mandatory Demonstration requires a Minimum of 20 minutes to effectively cover topic.You will need to demonstrate material handling with at least two different sizes of rock: refer to weight/loading information listed below that was obtained from our suppliers. You will need to demonstrate manual handling of... read more
by Marek Brothers on Apr 8, 2019
The following article was authored by Scott Braddock and originally published on Construction Citizen.The filmmakers behind The Rational Middle documentary series on immigration took their show on the road in Austin this past week with a screening of two of their films at the Bullock Museum. After the films were shown, a robust discussion of the... read more
by Marek Brothers on Apr 2, 2019
MAREK Field Supervisor Jaime Ramos was recognized Friday at AGC Houston’s Patrick J. Kiley Excellence in Leadership Awards Program as the 2018 AGC Standard of Excellence Award winner. Jaime, nominated by McCarthy Builders for his outstanding work on the Museum of Fine Arts Houston (MFAH) Glassell School project last year, shares this award with... read more
