Aug 22, 2025 | Safety, Staying Healthy, Structure
As someone who works in earthwork, I can tell you that this job takes a serious toll on your body if you’re not prepared for it. We’re moving dirt, hauling pipe, jumping in and out of equipment, and working long days in the heat. If your core’s weak or your back’s not...
Aug 22, 2025 | Staying Healthy, Structure
In the rugged, high-pressure world of construction, conversations about emotional wellness, physical health, and spiritual strength rarely take center stage. But one construction professional is changing that narrative, and building something that could outlast steel...
Aug 21, 2025 | Leadership, Staying Healthy, Structure
By Jerod GilleyChair, AGC East TennesseePresident, Construction Consultants Since I can remember, I have been surrounded by the construction industry. Some of my earliest memories are visiting jobsites and clients with my father or grandfather, and for that I am...
Aug 21, 2025 | Safety, Staying Healthy, Structure
By Kristian Croxall Croxall Construction I’ve been in construction long enough to know that staying hydrated isn’t just a good idea—it’s part of doing the job right. When the temperatures climb and the sun is beating down, water is just as important as your tools and...
Aug 20, 2025 | Gear, Structure
Heavy-Duty Jobs: Steel Toe Boots For workers handling heavy materials or operating machinery, steel toe boots are a must. They offer maximum protection against falling objects and compression hazards. Look for options like the Timberland PRO 6” Pit Boss or the...
