I'm on the fence about requesting time off
2018/03/22

An Environment Where You Can Take Time Off Whenever You Need It | Work-Style Reform at Slope Construction Companies

Hello, everyone. This is Enta. The other day was the Spring Equinox. There was actually a job site where they said, “It’s the Autumn Equinox, so we’re off!” LOL. Right in the middle of the workweek? Seriously?! I was totally surprised. Main contractor, come on, that’s not right… Anyway, moving on—the construction industry is set to adopt a two-day weekend going forward…

Main Rope
2018/03/21

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…

Drainage Boring Worker: Measuring Drilled Hole Length
2018/03/20

Tips for Drainage Boring | Use Left-Hand Threads for Perforated Pipe Connections

Hello, everyone. This is Enta. Starting today, I’m heading to Mie to work as an assistant on a dewatering drilling project! Long live the labor shortage! But anyway, let’s talk about mistakes on dewatering drilling projects. The most troublesome mistake on a dewatering drilling project is when the pipe won’t go in (lol). Normally, it goes in just fine…

Drainage Boring Worker: Measuring Drilled Hole Length
2018/03/19

Tips for Drainage Boring | How to Avoid Mistakes When Selecting Equipment

Hello, everyone. This is Enta. I take allergy medication every night. I’m the type who takes it at night before bed and doesn’t take it during the day. So, I’ve noticed recently that even when I take the medicine, on nights when I haven’t worn a mask or anything during the day, my nose gets stuffy in the middle of the night and I have trouble sleeping…

Workers' Compensation Special Enrollment System
2018/03/18

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…

The God of Construction
2018/03/17

Is it okay for the concrete temperature to exceed “35°C”? Is “38°C” acceptable?

About "Summer Concrete" Placement During the Hot Season: With global warming on the rise, it has become increasingly common for outdoor temperatures in the summer to exceed body temperature, making working conditions at construction sites even more severe. When conducting construction work during such hot summer months, it is important to plan for measures to prevent heatstroke among workers and ensure adequate rest breaks, but regarding fresh…

Obtained the Construction Meister Certification
2018/03/16

What Is a Construction Meister? | The Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare’s Certification System for Construction Tradespeople

Hello, everyone. This is Enta. Have you heard of “Construction Meisters”? I didn’t know much about them myself. And I didn’t really think they were that important either. A “Construction Meister” is a construction professional who possesses particularly outstanding skills and technical expertise and has made significant contributions to the guidance and training of the next generation…

How to Train Artisans
2018/03/15

Training Craftsmen | Human Resource Development at Slope Construction Company

Hello, everyone. This is Enta. I interviewed someone the other day. She’s young. We also hired someone last month. She’s young. We’re hiring someone else next month, too. She’s young... Our average age has dropped significantly. This is actually something we should be happy about, but it’s also really tough...

Conditions for Special Vehicle Permits
2018/03/14

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…