Construction Safety Week 2024: Strengthen Our Culture

POSTED 5-09-24

Having an effective safety culture is a critical component of our successes.  Communication is the key – trust is the cornerstone.  The schools we build, the stadiums we erect, the high rises and shopping malls; the playgrounds and hospitals and the infrastructure projects we work on; they’re each a part of our legacy.  They’re a sum of work greater than all of us, and for most of us, they are projects we can be proud of.  The rewarding “I built that” message we give to our friends and families is bound by the culture we establish and the safe work habits we engage in.  Culture exists in every corner of our lives, and our work culture echoes our own, both at and away from our project sites.

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Construction Safety Week 2024: Embracing Every Voice

POSTED 5-08-24

Embracing every voice creates an environment where every team member feels valued and heard.  When people feel their voice is heard, employee morale and engagement improve, teams are more productive, and a variety of perspectives are brought into the conversation.  In contrast, if people do not feel heard, they are substantially less likely to bring forth concerns, which then directly correlates to decreased morale and productivity.  We embrace every voice with open communication, active listening, communicating concerns, encouraging engagement, and conducting follow-ups.

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Construction Safety Week 2024: Encourage and Welcome New Ideas

POSTED 5-07-24

Valuing every voice makes sure all team members have a chance to add ideas and are not restricted to the perceived best practice of the loudest voice on the crew.  Instead, they are empowered to ask questions, challenge norms, share different ideas for improvement and solve problems in a collaborative and more effective manner.  The dialogue created through everyone’s contribution to the discussion brings forward all the expertise on the crew and leads to better hazard identification, and safety improvements in the work process.

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Construction Safety Week 2024: Driving Personal Ownership

POSTED 5-06-24

Although the construction industry has extensive safety standards, processes, and procedures in place to keep us safe, serious accidents and dangerous events can occur at any time unless we continue to maintain consistent focus. It’s important that every one of us accepts a greater level of responsibility for our own safety and the safety of others.  When it comes to safety, whether it be an unsafe condition or behavior, if you see it, you own it, if you walk by it, you condone it.

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OlympiaTech Welcome Shane Rucks to its Project Management Team

POSTED 4-10-24

Shane Rucks is the newest addition to the growing project management team at OlympiaTech Electric. Shane was recently hired as an Associate Project Manager. In this role, Shane will oversee electrical construction projects including new construction and tenant improvements. Shane has 16 years of experience in the electrical industry and spent 14 of those years working as a journeyman electrician.

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Ensuring Continuity: The Importance of Emergency Backup Systems in Commercial Construction Projects and Buildings

POSTED 3-21-24

In commercial construction and building management, ensuring continuity of operations is very important. From unexpected power outages to natural disasters, disruptions can occur at any moment, posing significant challenges to business operations and occupant safety. That’s where emergency backup systems come into play, serving as lifelines during times of crisis and safeguarding against costly downtime. These systems are essential for both commercial construction projects and existing buildings.

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Building the Future: A Smart Approach to Commercial Building Integration

POSTED 2-13-24

As technology continues to change the way we interact with our surroundings, the concept of smart buildings has emerged in the commercial construction industry. From intelligent lighting and HVAC systems to advanced security and occupancy sensors, the integration of smart technologies offers unprecedented opportunities for enhancing efficiency, comfort, and sustainability within commercial buildings.

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Maximizing Efficiency: Upgrading Commercial Buildings for Energy Savings

POSTED 1-16-24

In an era where sustainability is imperative to doing business, the need for energy efficiency in commercial buildings has become increasingly important. From reducing operational costs to meeting environmental regulations and enhancing corporate reputation, there are numerous benefits from optimizing energy usage. Fortunately, advancements in technology and innovative strategies have made it easier than ever for businesses to achieve greater energy efficiency.

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