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Apr 03 2018

Interview preparation for Construction Estimating and Bidding

This is a great overview of estimating. Watch this entire video before your next interview to be an estimator or an assistant estimator.

Mar 23 2018

APRIL 28 — WORKERS MEMORIAL DAY

In 1989, April 28 was designated Workers Memorial Day to direct attention to workers who have been killed or injured on the job.   This day was chosen because it is the anniversary of the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSH Act). Today, OSHA, employers, labor unions, community groups and others around the world now […]

Mar 16 2018

Residential Sloped Roofing Certification

CERTAINTEED MASTER SHINGLE APPLICATOR The CertainTeed Master Shingle Applicator program provides education in every aspect of shingle installation techniques and the approved procedures for installing all CertainTeed shingles. The program utilizes the Shingle Applicator’s Manual and covers topics such as good workmanship practices, roof systems, estimating, flashing, ventilation, and product installation instructions for all of CertainTeed’s shingle […]

Sep 25 2017

Trades Orientation Video for Rookies

Aug 10 2017

Course presents an overview of the construction industry

Announcing Our New Construction Industry Technician Course! In keeping with its mission to offer relevant and up-to-date construction courses to its members, Construction Exchange University is pleased to announce the addition of a new course debuting on October 25 – the Construction Industry Technician (CIT) course. The CIT course was developed by the National Association […]

Aug 04 2017

Starter Tool Kit for Any Trade

You just want a job in construction but are not really certain where you’ll end up? Walk onto any jobsite with this rig over your shoulder and you will earn instant respect. Prove that you know how to use them and it puts you up a whole dozen or so notches!     **Prices as […]

Jul 18 2017

Journal

What’s unique about most people’s job as a tradesman is that every day is different. Usually it’s in a different location, with different people, under different circumstances. For crying out loud, cover your butt and keep a log of each day. Imagine that one day you’re called to give testimony in a courtroom. or what’s […]

Jun 12 2017

Demolition Man

Demolition Man

May 12 2017

Construction Workers should not work for cash. You could die.

The owner of a Bedford-Stuyvesant construction company and his businesses have been indicted on manslaughter and other charges after a wall collapsed at an excavation site, killing one construction worker and injuring two others. read the full story here The deceased worker, Fernando Vanegaz, 18, suffered severe head trauma, lacerations to his head, broken legs […]

Apr 20 2017

OSHA 10 Certification Class

You need an OSHA 10 certification to be in compliance with OSHA standards. Not all construction companies enforce this regulation—just the good ones ? You can buy this class online for about $85 or get it here for free. When: 5/2, 5/3 & 5/4 — all three days are 5:00 pm till 8:30 pm Where: A.D. Price […]

Apr 13 2017

OSHA 10 Certification in Buffalo

You need an OSHA 10 certification to be in compliance with OSHA standards. Not all construction companies enforce this regulation—just the good ones 🙂 You can buy this class online for about $85 or get it here for free When: 4/18, 4/19 & 4/20 — all three days are 5:00 pm till 8:30 pm Where: A.D. Price Community […]

Feb 25 2017

Carpentry

Carpenters do much, much more than simply frame houses.  Carpenters are guys who can put things together.  Whether it be wood, steel or anything else, it’s a carpenter that gets the job done. An entry level Carpenter Helper usually makes $12-$15/hr and a Lead Carpenter $27 or more (on payroll). If you’re good with your […]

Feb 09 2017

March 27, 2017—OSHA 10 Class

To aid in your compliance with the various Federal, State and City regulations requiring this training, the LSM safety department is once again offering the OSHA 10 Hour Course. The course is provided by our OSHA certified instructors. Each employee who successfully completes the program will receive a certification card from OSHA. Pre-registration is required. […]

Feb 02 2017

Safety Videos from Lovell Safety

Electrical Safety Hand Tool Safety Personal Protective Equipment Slips, Trips, Falls Safety Talk Lifting Safely Safety Talk Ladder Safety Talk Forklift Safety Hazard Communication with GHS Winter Safety

Jan 28 2017

Tools for Drywall Finishing

4″ taping knife 6″ mud knife 12″ mud knife Mud pan Utility knife Dust mask Tape holder Pole sander Recommended How To Videos: Drywall finishing made easy How the Pro’s Mix Drywall Mud and Apply Tape Applying the first coat of mud Applying corner bead  

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