COVID-19 and the Heavy Equipment Industry
As we are aware, COVID-19 has affected businesses - small and large as well as affecting whole industries. Specifically, it has caused manufacturers to temporarily shut down, large conventions to…
As we are aware, COVID-19 has affected businesses - small and large as well as affecting whole industries. Specifically, it has caused manufacturers to temporarily shut down, large conventions to…
Conducting a safety checkJust like any other vehicle, you want to make sure your dozer is safe to operate.• Check the outside for damage. Look for cracks, dents, and wear…
Table of Contents Wear personal protective equipmentThe first step to being as safe as possible at a construction site is wearing the right gear. Such gear that you wear on…
Modified Date: January 27, 2025 Driving a forklift takes special training and certification to build the skills and knowledge to keep things running smoothly. As with every task on a…
Tanner Story went to junior college right out of high school and then on to a four-year college. During a break from school, he joined the United States Marine Corps…
How Virtual Reality Can Help in Construction Safety TrainingIf you’ve played a video game lately, you know how realistic it can be. And if you’ve ever worn a virtual reality…
COVID-19 spares no one, no country and no workplace. If your place of business is open during the pandemic, OSHA COVID-19 workspace guidance could help you in preparing your workplace.…
With seven locations across the country, Heavy Equipment Colleges of America is a private education and training school that specializes in training entry-level heavy equipment and crane operators. HEC was…
Mobile crane inspections are a crucial part of construction site safety. Here’s a brief mobile crane inspection guide of what to look for.
Like all heavy equipment, cranes can pose serious safety risks if not operated correctly. Safe crane lifts depend on careful planning, proper equipment selection, trained personnel, and consistent adherence to…