The foundation drilling equipment manufacturer Soilmec has released some new videos about the operator training that they had over the summer. Here’s a video discussing the benefits of safety training for drill rig operators.
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Standards and Codes
Working Safely in Trenches and Test Pits
The Associated Construction Publications organization have published an article on Working Safely Underground. It’s a good refresher for those of us who occasionally find ourselves working in trenches and test pits. Make sure you do […]
Press Releases
DBM Received Two Safety Awards from the International Association of Foundation Drilling
SEATTLE.,October 15, 2012—DBM Contractors, Inc. received two safety awards from The International Association of Foundation Drilling (ADSC). DBM was one of only four contractors to receive the award in the U.S. for contractors who perform single projects in excess of $750k and one of only two contractors to receive the Rick Marshall Commitment to Excellence in Safety Award.
[Editor] Check out the rest of the press release from DBM Contractors, Inc. [/Editor]
Miscellaneous
Semi Crashes Into Geotechnical Drilling Site in Washington State
A Washington DOT geotechnical crew drilling along Highway 3 Near Chico, Washington narrowly avoided disaster when a semi-truck crashed into their work zone on March 19, 2019. The crew heard the semi bearing down on […]