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Permit-Required Confined-Space Entries Should be Treated Seriously
One of the biggest dangers in our industry is entering confined spaces. In the United States, over 2 million employees enter confined...
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How to Become the Model Mentor
Starting a new job in the trades can feel overwhelming. For a rookie, there’s much to learn, from handling tools and equipment...
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Report Says Parents See Security in Trades, but Still Push College on Gen Z
Jobber recently released its annual Blue Collar Report. Based on survey responses from more than 1,000 U.S. students (ages 18 to 20)...
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Don’t Let Know-How Walk Off the Job
If your bench feels thinner every year, you’re not imagining it. More than one in five workers in construction fields are 55...
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The Dangers of Silica Dust for Workers
Crystalline silica is a common mineral found in the earth’s crust. Materials like sand, stone, concrete and mortar contain crystalline silica. It...
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4 Ways to Save Lives During Traffic Awareness Month
Every August, National Traffic Awareness Month offers a crucial reminder: the roads we work near can be as dangerous as the job...
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The Art of Sniffing Out Business Inefficiencies
Time bleeds differently than money. Money disappears from obvious places. You can see it drain from bank statements and invoices, but time...
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Tips for Locating Underground Utilities
Municipal infrastructure managers, maintenance crew chiefs and contractors face growing challenges when it comes to safely performing excavation. With an ever-expanding web...
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How Summer Heat Can Affect Your Electric Vehicle Fleet’s Range
As summer heatwaves roll in, electric vehicle (EV) drivers worry about how high temperatures and heavy air conditioning use will affect their...
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How Successful Tradespeople Stay Positive Under Pressure
As a skilled tradesperson, you start your day before the sun is even up — loading tools, grabbing that first coffee and gearing...
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5 Ways to Prevent Budget Overruns in Your Projects
Budget overruns eat into the profits of hardworking contractors and drive up costs for clients, so it’s no surprise that the construction...
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Promoting Underground Safety Practices
NASSCO’s Health and Safety Committee is excited to announce the release of a new confined space safety video available on nassco.org. This...
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Survey Finds Many Home Service Pros Using AI Tools to Streamline Admin Work
Housecall Pro, a leading software platform for home service professionals, recently released its 2025 AI Adoption in Home Services Industry Report, revealing...

















