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Full disclosure: This column marks the 30th installment of the "Guidance for Concrete Contractors" educational series featured here in the pages of our ASCC VOICE monthly newsletter. What follows below is a modest retrospective, where we take a little stroll down memory lane--paved with concrete, of course--to see how the "Guidance" series has hopefully helped to keep us on tim...

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On-Site Medical Support: 3 Methods to Treat Injured Workers Without Leaving Site Reid C. Lenhart CSP, Senior Safety Director, Concrete Strategies In the modern construction era, contractors are placed under the microscope through rigorous pre-qualification processes set in place by general contractors, ownership groups, and clients. Lagging indicators such as OSHA Recordable Rate, DART Rate, a...

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Summer is Swimming Pool Season: Is it a Saltwater Pool? Rich Cofoid, Council Director Summer is swimming pool season. For a sealer manufacturer, it is also the season for increased tech calls about sealers used on decorative pool decks. Amongst the various pool water sanitation methods (chlorine, UV, ozone, and salt), the salt method is the fastest growing, whether it’s new builds or ...

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Leadership in Concrete Construction: Building Foundations for Success Cory Lee, First Vice President Executive Committee Innovation is another cornerstone of effective leadership in concrete construction. The industry is continually evolving, with new materials, techniques, and technologies emerging to improve efficiency and sustainability. Leaders must stay abreast of these advancements and...

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Jim Klinger, Concrete Construction Specialist The Voice Newsletter June 2024 Full disclosure: I received a call a few days ago from a former co-worker who is nearing retirement. Both of us started working concrete construction in the 1970's We spent some quality time on the phone looking back on our years in this tough business of ours. We talked as old men do. We first met on a large publ...

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Joe Whiteman, Director of Safety Services The Voice Newsletter June 2024 As the summer months approach, ASCC members face the challenge of combating heat illness among their workers. With the sun beating down and temperatures soaring, it's crucial to prioritize the health and safety of workers on all our projects. Proper onboarding, acclimatization, and adherence to federal standards are e...

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Rich Cofoid, DCC Council Director The Voice Newsletter June 2024 We know many of you are familiar with our annual ASCC/DCC Community Project, where we give back to the community by transforming plain, dull areas into beautiful works of art for everyone to enjoy. Over the years, your generous contributions of time, talent, money, and materials have made these projects possible, and for that, we...

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Clark Branum, Decorative & Polished Concrete Specialist The Voice Newsletter June 2024 As we dive into the busy season, it is full steam ahead. At the of April, the American Society of Concrete Contractors (ASCC) held its Annual Committee Week in the vibrant city of St. Louis. Industry leaders convened to exchange insights, innovations, and best practices, enriching our collective pursuit ...

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Dave MacNeel, Principal and Lean Coach, On Point Lean Consulting The Voice Newsletter June 2024 In lieu of Technical Director Mike Hernandez's article, this month we present an article from Dave MacNeel, Principal and Lean Coach, On Point Lean Consulting. His firm, On Point Lean Consulting, coaches general contractors and specialty trade contractors to apply Lean principles and tools in th...

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Ray Hefner, Executive Director The Voice Newsletter June 2024 I recently read “Getting Naked: A Business Fable" by Patrick Lencioni (Five Dysfunctions of a Team), and the good read was courtesy of the DPR Lending Library (Thank you Marc Ness!). Getting Naked explores the principles of vulnerability and transparency in client relationships. The book tells the story of Jack Bauer, an ...

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