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Do you use check lists in your profession? A few weeks ago I was listening to Harvard Medical School, Surgeon Atil Gawande talk about his book The Checklist Manifesto on National Public Radio. Dr. Gawande discussed the complexities of surgery and how many things there are to keep in one’s head and remember. He…
Construction Supervisor License Requirements Governor Deval Patrick recently signed into legislation a bill that would require licensed contractors to take continuing education courses in order to be able to renew their licenses. The legislation will enable the state Board of Building Regulations and Standards to develop the requirements and educational courses that will be necessary…
Lead Paint Dust and HEPA Requirements Image: prostar-mechanical.com/air/Greentek/micron_chart.jpg More children become lead poisoned from leaded dust than any other form of exposure. Removing lead dust can protect children, pregnant women and household occupants. The problem with lead dust is it’s so small; it cannot be seen by the naked eye so special cleaning…
Teaching My Kid To Help Others In A World Of Strangers Photo:http://zenhabits.net/fotos/20070809help.jpg Helping others is a lesson many know but few do. One of the assignments that I was involved in as a police officer was training of new officers. In police academies we teach and train new recruits safety tactics that we’re learned…
NEW Renovation Rules For Homeowners And Contractors Two weeks ago I became a “Certified Renovator” for dealing with lead paint and lead poisoning prevention procedures. The EPA is requiring contractors to become A Certified Renovator in Lead Safety for Renovation, Repair and Painting. This new law takes effect this April 22, 2010. Lead-based paint is…
Man cuts Own Fingers On Ryobi Table Saw – Sues Manufacturer Todd at Home Construction and Improvement tipped me off to this story. A Boston jury has awarded $1.5 million to Carlos Osorio, a Malden man, who injured his fingers on a saw while installing oak wood flooring several years ago [2009 case] in a…
Return Phone Calls Daily Business 101 Returning phone calls is a basic courtesy. It’s sad but not many people do it. I see this in life as well as a carpentry contractor. When you return some one’s phone call that person feels respected, important and a priority. Returning phone calls a sign that you are …
Image: teach-ict.com Stay safer on Social Media Sites Here are some tips for a safer social media experience: . 1. Never post any personal information. {cell phone number, address, or the name of your school, sports team, or pictures that could give away revealing info. like your your name, school, license plate or Town, etc]…
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