Collaborative Design Conversion
Jul 29, 2011 3:25 PM, By Dave Crumrine, P.E., and Doug Post, P.E., Interstates
How Interstates maximized construability and project value by converting to a gated design process...
The District of Columbia Office of Apprenticeship Information and Training Approves IEC Chesapeake’s Telecommunications Technician Apprenticeship Standards
Oct 3, 2011,
IEC Chesapeake (IECC) is proud to announce that its Telecommunications Technician Apprenticeship Standards were approved recently by the District of Columbia Office of Apprenticeship Information and Training during the Apprenticeship Council’s monthly meeting...
OSHA Modifies Its Guidance on AWP Fall Protection
Oct 3, 2011,
The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has rescinded its January 2009 letter of interpretation #20070823-7896 on the use of shock-absorbing lanyards in aerial work platforms (AWPs)...
NEMA Publishes Distribution Equipment Switch Application Guide
Sep 21, 2011,
The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) has published NEMA KS 2-2011, "Distribution Equipment Switch Application Guide, A User’s Reference"...
When Maintenance Becomes a Safety Issue
Jul 29, 2011, By Jim White, Shermco Industries, Inc.
Treating maintenance as a safety concern instead of simply an overhead cost will help reduce your overall risks ...
Collaborative Design Conversion
Jul 29, 2011, By Dave Crumrine, P.E., and Doug Post, P.E., Interstates
How Interstates maximized construability and project value by converting to a gated design process...
The Design-Build Institute of America Addresses Use of Building Information Modeling (BIM) on Design-Build Projects
Jul 21, 2011,
New chapter of the Design-Build Manual of Practice includes BIM checklist and guide for design-build ...
Repair Guidelines for Motors & Generators
Jun 22, 2011, By Tom Bishop, P.E., EASA
Best practices of ANSI/EASA AR100-2010: Recommended Practice for the Repair of Rotating Electrical Apparatus...
IEC Chesapeake and Continuum Energy Solutions Receive Edison Academy Partners of the Year Award
Jun 7, 2011,
Award presented for their workforce development outreach initiatives to the students of Edison Academy...
Creating a Safety Culture for Construction Sites
May 24, 2011, By Marty Rouse, CSP, Rosendin Electric, Inc.
Rosendin Electric demonstrates how it has achieved such a successful safety record and created a company-wide safety culture...
Negotiating Your Way to Better Profits
May 24, 2011, By William J. Lynott, Freelance Writer
Why sharpening your negotiation skills can make such a big difference on your next business deal...
IPAF Publishes Guidance for Aerial Work Platforms
Apr 27, 2011,
Best Practice Guidance for AWPs: Avoiding Trapping/Crushing Injuries to People in the Platform" is available on the IPAF website...
IEC Chesapeake Receives Material Donation from Quick Mount PV for Classroom Training and Labs
Apr 26, 2011,
The donated material will be an excellent way to demonstrate the functionality of and address the safety aspects related to roof mounted PV systems, says IEC Chesapeake trainer...
IEC Chesapeake and the Community College of the District of Columbia Now Scheduling Classes and Events for the Summer and Fall
Apr 1, 2011,
Organization has several events planned for spring and summer...
Industry Organizations Address AWP PFP Safety Education
Mar 24, 2011,
The result of this joint venture is the "Statement of Best Practices of Personal Fall Protection Systems for Aerial Work Platform Equipment"...
The Art and Science of Safety
Mar 24, 2011, By Jill Hermans, Faith Technologies
How generational differences and varied learning styles among employees can influence a safety culture...
Eco Pioneer
Mar 24, 2011, By Beck Ireland, Staff Writer
Ecotech Institute, the first and only college entirely focused on education and training in renewable energy and sustainable design, prepares electrical workers for green jobs...
Measuring Productivity in Construction
Mar 24, 2011, By Dr. Perry Daneshgari and Heather Moore, MCA, Inc.
Applying the new ASTM standard E2691-09 for measuring construction productivity at task, project, and industry levels...
IEC Chesapeake Rolls Out Renewable Energy Awareness Project
Mar 21, 2011,
In collaboration with Edison Academy, the firm successfully launched a series of renewable energy presentations through grant funding awarded by Dominion Virginia Power...
IBEW Local No. 697 Celebrates 100 Years
Mar 9, 2011,
Over the years, the group has promoted reasonable methods of work, cultivated feelings of friendship among those in their industry, settled disputes by arbitration, and assisted each other in times of need...
Design-Build Certification Exam Now Administered at Testing Centers Nationwide
Mar 9, 2011,
Prometric, a recognized global leader in technology-enabled testing and assessment, is the service provider...
