How to Avoid an OSHA Penalty
Since Congress passed the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 and created OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration), working conditions have become safer and more healthy for American workers.…
Spotlight: Tanner Story’s Tale of Digging in the Dirt
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 Training
How Virtual Reality Can Help in Construction Safety Training If you’ve played a video game lately, you know how realistic it can be. And if you’ve ever worn a virtual…
OSHA: COVID-19 Guidance for the Workplace
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.…
Technology for Construction Safety
It’s no surprise that technology has impacted almost every industry, including construction. However, according to BLS, construction is one of the deadliest occupations, with more than 900 deaths over the…
Heavy Equipment Pathway - Find Your Perfect Fit with HEC
Find Your Fit – HEC
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…
10 Quick Tips for Safe Crane Lifts
Like all heavy equipment, cranes can pose a safety threat when not used properly. Crane operators must take the proper precautions necessary to ensure equipment and worker safety. Below are…
History of Heavy Equipment
Heavy equipment has a rich history that dates back to the late 1800's and the days of Benjamin Holt. Learn more about heavy equipment and what the future of the…
5 Essential Heavy Equipment Machines for Construction
Getting the job done in construction can sometimes require a variety of heavy equipment. Different situations call for a different machine that is right for the job. While some can…
7 Safety Tips for Operating Heavy Equipment
Heavy equipment operation can be a dangerous job. Construction sites are full of hazards, and heavy equipment can cause injuries to yourself or others at the jobsite. Communicating effectively with…