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December 2021 – 2021, In Review
This month we did a review of the year in safety. Project managers and site superintendents provided feedback and insight on the continued evolution of our health and safety program. We are committed to providing a safe workplace for all of our employees and subcontractors and this year we were successful in many areas, including…
December 5, 2021
November 2021 – Working in the Rain
When it rains, employees who work outdoors contend with poor visibility and wet, slippery working and walking conditions. This month’s safety training focused on preventing injuries and accidents when working in the rain. Some tips include: Move and work more slowly and carefully to prevent slipping and falling – Use the correct equipment – Wear…
November 5, 2021
October 2021 – Electrical Hazards
From start to finish, Electrical Hazards are a concern throughout a C.T. Brayton & Sons construction project. Our team works closely with Electrical Subcontractors to ensure that every precaution is taken during this process to eliminate electric shock and electrocution hazards when completing tasks such as installing temporary power, working around power lines, or getting…
October 3, 2021
September 2021 – Excavations, Trenching, and Soil Mechanics
Our emphasis this month was on Excavations, Trenching & Soil Mechanics. Excavation and trenching are among the most hazardous construction operations. A basic rule for excavation is, “plan your dig, then dig your plan.” We try and learn everything possible before we dig, and then provide a safe working environment for our team throughout the…
September 10, 2021
MUSD McParland Elementary School
MUSD McParland Elementary School New MPR Building including a basketball court, new asphalt playground, and complete Fire Alarm system upgrade. CLIENT: ARCHITECT: LOCATION: YEAR: Manteca Unified School District TPH Architects Manteca, CA 2021 Related Projects
August 28, 2021
MUSD New Haven Elementary School
MUSD New Haven Elementary School New MPR Building including a basketball court, new asphalt playground, and complete Fire Alarm system upgrade. CLIENT: ARCHITECT: LOCATION: YEAR: Manteca Unified School District TPH Architects Manteca, CA 2021 Related Projects
August 2021 – Air Hazards
This month’s training focused on some of the hazards on a growing list of respiratory issues we deal with working in the San Joaquin Valley. Respirable Silica, Valley Fever, and Wildfire Smoke have the potential to blanket a job site with dust or smoke and put workers in harms way. We use substitution and elimination…
August 23, 2021
Phase two of Turlock Junior High’s modernization project underway
TURLOCK – More site upgrades are coming to Turlock Junior High School, which has entered phase two of a modernization project after a bid was accepted by the TUSD school board at Tuesday’s meeting. “It’s been a long time in the making, but we’re excited to move forward with Turlock Junior High School Modernization,” said…
August 20, 2021
Strengthening Science – Big Changes at Turlock High School
TURLOCK – “A new, contemporary science building has boosted science-based learning and transformed the Turlock High School campus. Modern labs. Sophisticated technology. Spacious classrooms. Featuring top-notch teaching tools for biology, chemistry, physics, and agriculture science, the cutting-edge facility sits proudly in the central hub for students and staff at the historic high school…” Stanislaus Magazine…
July 16, 2021
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