Let’s Get Back on Track After the Long Weekend | Accident Prevention
Hello, everyone. It’s Enta here. Is today the first day back after Obon? Or does the break last until today?? It looks like we’re off until today, lol (since we operate based on our prime contractor’s schedule). The first day back after a break always feels kind of sluggish, doesn’t it? And, for some reason, I can’t seem to think of anything…
Heat Stroke Can’t Be Prevented by Knowledge Alone | Self-Care and Checking on Others
Hello, everyone. It’s Enta here. Doesn’t it suddenly feel like Obon season is here already?? Let’s keep our focus for now! I’ve actually got a little free time right now lol. That’s because things have calmed down a bit on-site ahead of Obon, so starting today, I’m working on some CAD drawings lol. I’m making good progress on the quotes…
Working a Two-Day Weekend Increases Efficiency | Work Styles
Hello, everyone. It’s Enta here. Did you get to relax this weekend? I’ve been working on-site a lot lately, so I’m usually completely wiped out by the weekend, but at least I get to take it easy on Sundays lol. When I think about it like that, having two days off a week might actually be pretty nice. Especially for old guys like us…
It is recommended to wait at least 20 minutes when thunder is rumbling | Safety
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. We’ve had sudden heavy rain and thunder since the start of this week! Isn’t that amazing?? If it were just rain, it wouldn’t be a big deal, but thunder really is scary. The other day, I was working in a raincoat, but I was drenched in sweat and everything inside my raincoat was a soggy mess…
Overall Dangerous Conditions Due to Prolonged Rain | On-Site Inspection
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. The rain just won’t stop, will it…? Right now, I’m at a stone wall reinforcement job site. We’ve finished cutting and cleaning the stones, so we’re about to start filling the joints with mortar, but we can’t do the work in this rain. Plus, the forecast says it’s going to rain all week. Everyone’s…
A World First! The Fusion of Work Clothes with a Fan and a Windbreaker | New Gear
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. Survey on Rebar Insertion Work (Required for Contractors) If you haven’t yet responded to the survey on rebar insertion work mentioned above, please be sure to participate. I’ll leave it up for a while, so I’d love to hear your opinions. It’s completely anonymous. Thanks…
The Key to Safety Is Raising Awareness and Creating the Right Environment | Construction Industry
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. Do you know what “migi-ashi” means? It refers to the sequence of inspection colors used for wires, which is commonly seen at general contractor job sites. The colors are changed in the following order: green → yellow → red → white. Depending on the company, blue may also be added to this sequence…
The summer heat has begun! Be careful over the next few weeks.
Hello, everyone. It’s Enta here. I’ve been trying to manage my nerves for a while now, lol. I’ve started doing teppanyaki on a hot griddle. Man, it’s hell. Today is hell, too. And let’s get ready for summer!! I’ve already stocked up on air-conditioned clothing. I want to wear a windbreaker, so…
New Summer Precautions Starting with This Year's Construction Projects | COVID-19 & Heatstroke
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. How are you planning to prevent heatstroke this summer!? The Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare’s website states, “Compared to when you’re not wearing a mask, wearing one can put a strain on your body by increasing your heart rate, respiratory rate, blood carbon dioxide levels, and perceived temperature.” It says…