The History and Significance of Remembrance Day – Why We Remember
November 11th marks the anniversary of the 1918 Armistice agreement that ended the First World War. The perception of war changed for…
5 Things That Could Revolutionize the Heavy Civil Construction Industry
Over the last 10 years, technology has had a huge impact on the construction industry. Power distribution, heating, ventilation and lighting have changed thanks to innovations that have improved residential and commercial construction. Infrastructure has also benefited from improvements due to technology and advancement in the area of civil construction. New materials that are stronger [...]How to Address a Safety Concern on The Construction Site
How and when to bring safety concerns to an employer’s attention may not be an easy decision to make. Not knowing how the concern will be received or how it will be addressed can leave an employee feeling uncertain and vulnerable. No one wants to feel that their observations may be dismissed or overlooked, yet [...]Our Industry Leading Safety Standard – A List of Our Certifications
Safety is a primary focus at Taurus. Dedicated to quality and high standards, we focus on preserving the environment for employees, clients, subcontractors and the public. We are also certified by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). The ISO sets quality management standards for organizations based on quality management principles. We support strong customer focus [...]The Newbie’s Guide to Working on a Construction Site
Construction is a broad term and the pay varies according to the type of project or skills you have. The downside of…
The Importance of Ergonomics – What it is and How to Improve It
Explained simply, ergonomics is about fitting a task to a person. Employees often perform jobs that expose them to injuries and illnesses…
Mental Health on the Job Site – How You Can Help
It has been estimated that one in four adults experience an issue with mental illness. Statistics Canada reports that 33% of workers…
Industry Forecast – Canadian Construction Projects We’re Looking Forward to in 2017
Most of us are familiar with many of the major construction projects taking place here in Alberta, but the rest of Canada…