Excavation – One Person on a Machine or Dozens Working a Site?
The way in which the process of excavation is managed varies widely depending on the size and scope of the work involved. At one end of the scale, installing a…
How is Safety Managed During Excavations?
Almost every type of construction activity requires some degree of excavation. As the projects become larger and more complex, the safety risks to both the workers on the project and…
So, You Think You Know Excavation Hazards
National safety statistics published by Safework Australia cover a range of industries and provide a comprehensive summary of workplace injuries and fatalities specific to each industry. It is not surprising…
Moving Dirt and Digging Holes. What is Involved?
While excavation and earthmoving are closely aligned, both tasks have similarities but also differences that need to be understood before becoming involved in any construction project. Put simply, earthmoving is…
The Background to the Process of Excavation
In the construction industry, as in many industries, the process of excavation is essential to the success of a project. In fact, in most cases, excavation is the first step.…
There is More Than One Way to Excavate
Small excavation projects typically involve shallow trenching and small amounts of removed material. For anything larger, however, the nature of the actual work will determine not only the most suitable…
From Caves to Pyramids to Modern Construction Projects
Human beings are known as being great builders, right from the earliest times when they moved out of caves and began to spread out across the globe. Eventually, as groups…
Do We Know What Common, Everyday Terms Really Mean?
From early 2020 to the present day, we all had to learn new terminology, understand the reasons for new restrictions on our personal freedoms, and become familiar with new laws…
Breeze Through the Hot Summer With Pool Ownership
Anyone who has experienced the heat and humidity of a Queensland summer remembers the relief offered by a splash of cold water on hot, sweating flesh. Or perhaps a cool…
What You Need to Know About Drainage Excavation
When planning any type of construction project, whether it is a large multi-level building or a retaining wall for a suburban back yard, the chances are very high that the…
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