The Role of Wearable Technology in Risk Reduction
/in front, news/by CANSAn assistant professor of civil and environmental engineering at Virginia Tech has studied much of the existing literature and identified various problems in the industry’s current practices. Young-Corbett explores a new field of engineering known as Prevention through Design, which suggests the optimal method of preventing occupational illnesses, injuries and fatalities is to “design out” […]
Construction Workers Are Working Past Their Best-before Dates
/in front, news/by CANSConstruction work is hard on the body and being able to retire with a full pension before the age of 65 should be considered as the Canada Pension Plan evolves, says a human resources professor. Read more
Have Your Say on Canada’s Infrastructure Plan
/in front, news/by CANSThe Government of Canada is investing $120 billion over the next 10 years to build strong, inclusive and sustainable communities and they want to hear from you. Phase 1 is already underway, and now the Government of Canada is inviting you to share your views on Phase 2 of Canada’s infrastructure plan. Visit infraconsults.ca to provide your feedback in […]
How Tablet Computers Changed the Construction Industry
/in front, news/by CANSRobert Kipp’s must-have tool when he steps onto a construction site isn’t a walkie-talkie or a hard-hat, though you’ll never spot him without them. It’s an eight-inch Apple iPad Mini on which he stores blueprints, field documentation, and other relevant information. Read more