Protecting Your Eyes from the Invisible | UV and Dust Control in the Construction Industry
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. Today, our crawler-type rotary percussion drill returned after a three-month absence. It’s a real help to be able to use a crawler for reverse-rotation drilling, isn’t it? It’s a hassle with a skid-mounted unit. Reverse-rotation drilling is really tough, isn’t it... But anyway, about the safety goggles…
The Perfect Time to Get Heat Stroke Prevention Measures in Order | Summer Preparations in the Construction Industry
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. It kind of feels like the rainy season is just around the corner, doesn’t it? lol It’s starting to get muggy! Or something like that, lol. Be careful of heatstroke during this time of year, too!! I write about heatstroke every year, but it just doesn’t seem to get through to anyone! (lol) Our employees are the same—they just drink juice…
Drive in a Ground Rod, Even If It's a Hassle | Basics of Generator Grounding
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. Since my project in Tokyo is wrapped up for now, I headed straight to Azumino. So, I’m currently in Azumino. Azumino City is such a great place! It’s rich in nature, and I think it’s perfect for raising kids. Even if you’re living alone, there are dorms…
Super Save Rope Improves Visibility of the Main Line | Review of the KF Model
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. The other day, I finally wrapped up the job site in Kagoshima and made it back to Aichi. The equipment also arrived at the next job site today. And, once again, it’s a project for the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism. So, I thought I’d try something out this time… lol. Have you heard of the “Super Save Rope”? The law…
Special Enrollment System for Workers' Compensation | Essential Knowledge for Self-Employed Contractors
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. Whether you’re a company or an individual, you’re sure to have insurance when you go out to a job site, right? I actually had quite a few misconceptions myself, so this was a real learning experience for me. There are times when the president of a company goes out to a job site, right? The same goes for sole proprietors who go out to job sites…
About Applications for Special Vehicle Permits | A Must-Read for Construction Contractors
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. The other day, when I got back from Kagoshima, my desk was covered with papers, papers, pap... It’s kind of discouraging, isn’t it? (lol) I guess it can’t be helped at this time of year. I’ll do my best. To everyone involved: please bear with me a little longer (lol). Anyway, moving on to the topic at hand: regarding the application for a special vehicle通行 permit…
Ensuring Safety Around Sprayed Surfaces | Safety Management at Slope Construction Sites
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. It really is hot here in Kagoshima. It gets a little chilly in the mornings and evenings, but during the day, it’s the height of spring and the weather is lovely. If only there weren’t any pollen, though… Still, compared to Shizuoka, the amount of pollen here isn’t that bad, so I’m grateful (lol). Anyway, moving on to the spray coating…
pH Adjustment of Wash Water (Manual) | D51 Case Study on Seismic Retrofit of Bridges
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. Lately, I’ve been getting a lot of inquiries about clip spacers. It seems that many of these are from design consulting firms, and they’re likely being used for rebar insertion work in bridge seismic retrofitting projects. I’m hoping we’ll see a lot of these used in seismic retrofitting projects soon! lol. Well…
Switching to Full-Body Harnesses Going Forward | My Former Boss's Construction Site in Gifu
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. The other day, my former boss invited me to a major company in Gifu. He asked me to go there to share my opinions as an anchor specialist and offer suggestions as a technical expert. Since work at that site will continue, regarding this particular issue, we should do this, that, and...