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by Jorge Vazquez on
We have talked about eye protection many times in the past. There is no question how fragile our eyes are and how important it is to protect them. We all know when to wear eye protection on the job, but today we want to talk about other eye injuries that occur and how to prevent them.The majority of eye injuries do not occur because we failed to… read moreby Jorge Vazquez on
Notice to Supervisors: Mandatory Demonstration requires a Minimum of 20 minutes to effectively cover topic.Sprains and strains continue to be one of the highest types of injuries within our company. By following a few simple rules, many of these injuries can be avoided or their severity greatly reduced. Medical evidence has shown that performing… read moreby Marek Brothers on
A few weeks ago, Saied Alavi, Director of Operations at Marek Brothers Houston, and I visited an active construction site on the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston (UTMB) campus. The new Jennie Sealy Hospital is scheduled to be completed later this year and open for patients early next year. We went there to talk with Gloria Palau,… read moreby Jorge Vazquez on
There are several dangers on job sites simple because of the nature of construction work. When the natural hazards found on construction jobs sites are compounded with clutter and debris, the hazard level increases and the potential for an accident or an injury substantially increases. A construction site with poor housekeeping creates an unsafe… read moreby Jorge Vazquez on
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 moreby Marek Brothers on
Mike Holland has recently been named to the position of Chief Operating Officer (COO) by The Marek Companies headquartered in Houston. Holland will oversee the operations for the award winning specialty subcontractor’s offices in Houston, Dallas-Ft Worth, San Antonio, Austin and Atlanta.“We selected Mike to provide the leadership and… read moreby Stan Marek on
Saving the American middle class is a tall order, but I believe firmly that it can be done. Previously, I explained how hundreds of thousands of undocumented workers in our city are simultaneously being exploited while propping up the so-called "Texas Miracle." Jobs that could create a middle-class way of life for many of our youth are instead… read moreby Stan Marek on
I love the construction industry, and I speak from experience when telling you it has to be saved from itself. Since 1938, our family business has helped build the monuments of this city and this state. More important, our companies - like many others over the past 75 years - have helped tens of thousands of hard-working Americans enjoy an… read moreby Jorge Vazquez on
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John L., Bill, & Ralph Marek founded the Marek Family of Companies with a strong commitment to its employees and their families. The Marek brothers' tradition of developing and nurturing its employees provides a unique opportunity for individuals looking for a career in the construction industry. For that reason, the Marek Scholarship… read moreby Jorge Vazquez on
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Originally published on Construction Citizen.The Houston region, just like many other areas of the country, faces a paradox when it comes to matching people with the right jobs. But the challenge in Houston is exacerbated in a way that other places would love. There are so many jobs available that employers simply can’t keep up. … read moreby Jorge Vazquez on
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