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NUCA buys rights to ‘Dozer Day’ from Nutter Foundation
The National Utility Contractors Association purchased the rights to ‘Dozer Day’
Contractor using remote-control excavators on Sydney Metro project
A contractor is using remote controlled excavators for major Sydney Metro work
How technology is revolutionizing MEWP training
Industry expert to provide in-depth look at how MEWP training is delivered at Working at Height Conference
How can rental companies tackle the skills shortage?
IRN columnist Andy Wright looks at how rental companies can be proactive in their effort to find solutions to this critical issue
IPAF publishes 2024 Global Safety Report
Analysis of global injuries and fatalities is digital-only for the first time 
Why construction is training record numbers of mental health first aiders
Can mental health first aiders effectively help colleagues in crisis?
US OSHA proposes rule to protect workers from extreme heat
US agency proposed a new rule that would increase protections from heat for workers
Nicholas Cumins takes over as Bentley Systems CEO
Cumins stepped in as CEO of Bentley Systems
No Falls Foundation supports UK election manifesto
UK-based Foundation and AIF calls for industry to support reducing falls ‘manifesto’ 
Action to improve crane safety in Canada
List of recommendations for tower crane safety from WorkSafe BC task force

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Can technology make construction safer?
Experts discuss solutions digital tech can bring to mitigate risk on the jobsite
United Rentals to host trench safety webinar
Webinar highlights misunderstood aspects of trench safety
The education challenge facing Brazil’s rental market
Analoc says it’s a $12 billion industry, but still immature 
Interview: Equipment Depot on its secret to safety
US-based material handling renter Equipment Depot recently celebrated its best safety record in its history, highlighting a company-wide commitment to the goal of zero accidents and injuries
5 major global science facility builds running behind schedule
US reveals five major facility projects looking down schedule increases
Friday Roundup: Volvo’s electric wheel loader | HSS Hire loses Amey | Holland Pump expands in Florida, US
The week that was June 6-12, 2024 was characterized by advances in electric heavy equipment and big changes among rental firms across the globe
US college and 3D-printing firm offer online course
A college and 3D-printing company are teaming up to teach the trade
Japan’s construction skills shortage threatens to overshadow Expo 2025
Japan’s construction skills shortage is one of the worst in the world and is threatening to delay progress on the country’s Expo 2025 site.
Interview: New IPAF president on what’s next in ensuring safety when working at height
Karel Huijser, the new president of the International Powered Access Federation (IPAF), looks at inclusivity, sustainability, globalization and more
Wired differently: Harnessing neurodiverse talent in construction
What skills can people with autism, dyslexia and ADHD bring to the construction sector?
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