Reading the Turning Points of the Times | Insights from a Slope Engineer
Hello, everyone. It’s Enta here. It’s been more than 24 hours since I got my COVID-19 vaccine! So far, I haven’t had any symptoms at all and I’m feeling great lol. I’d heard rumors that there were various side effects, like getting a fever or not being able to lift your arm. Well, it is an injection, after all…
First Dose of Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine Administered | Vaccination Record
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. I went the other day! After hearing all sorts of things, I decided to get the Moderna vaccine for my first dose. It seems like it won’t be available until next year, but there are rumors that a Japanese-made vaccine—one that only requires a single dose and provides lifelong protection—might be coming out!…
How to Get a Good Night's Sleep Even in a Noisy Environment | Tinnitus Relief
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. Lately, I’ve been digging holes with a rotary percussion drill, lol. The thing is, I’m doing regular ground anchor work, but since I’m both doing the work and managing the site at the same time, I’m swamped, sweating buckets, and it’s really tough, lol. So, I’ve been using earplugs for a long time…
Draining Water from Mountains | Water Drainage Drilling Technician
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. The other day, I went to check on the drainage work we installed last December. Since it was the dry season when we did the work, there shouldn’t have been any water at the site, but surprisingly, a trickle was still coming out. This site is inside a tunnel, and even though there are almost no mountains above it, the water problem is really bad…
The Mountain Is at Its Limit! It Could Collapse at Any Moment | For the General Public
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. The rain is really coming down hard, isn’t it? Landslides are occurring one after another in various areas. If you live near a slope and meet the conditions listed below, please evacuate as soon as possible. If you meet these four conditions, please evacuate! It seems the mountains are nearing their breaking point…
Accidents That Can Be Prevented by Thoroughly Inspecting the Natural Ground｜Safety
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. It’s been raining nonstop, hasn’t it? Earthquakes during this spell of continuous rain are really dangerous. I was a little freaked out by the earthquake early Monday morning. That’s because the risk of landslides has skyrocketed! To begin with, the mountains are already saturated from all this rain! And then…
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…
4 Types of Craftsmen and Site Supervisors: Which One Are You? (Includes Tips)
Hello, everyone. This is Enta. The other day, I came across an article like this on the “God of Construction” website. This is a bit of a departure from the usual topic of those articles, but working with people who aren’t good at their jobs is frustrating, isn’t it? Back in the day, I used to get annoyed when working with bosses and senior colleagues who weren’t good at their jobs…
To all supervisors: How do you manage overloading? (The God of Construction)
Overloading Management: A Surprisingly Tricky Issue In the construction industry, the problem of overloading is an inseparable part of the business. Whether transporting construction materials or heavy machinery, managing overloading is extremely important, and inspections always include questions regarding overloading management. At transportation companies, delivery slips for materials and other items always include the weight, and transport…