Jean Dimeo

Jun 10, 2024 | constructionext.com | Jean Dimeo

Readers want to know all about the hottest products and business management tips, according to data from the first half of the year. Jean Dimeo, Editorial Director, ConstructioNext, WOC360, IRE360With half of 2024 behind us, it’s time to look at some of the most popular articles among WOC360 readers and ConstructioNext.com visitors so far this year. Check out articles you may have missed or revisit your favorites.

May 14, 2024 | constructionext.com | Jean Dimeo

As long as the Fed doesn’t raise already elevated rates, a steady environment could jump-start stalled projects. Jean Dimeo, Editorial Director, ConstructioNext, WOC360, IRE360With nearly 45 years of experience under his belt, Monte Thurmond may have seen this movie before.

May 8, 2024 | constructionext.com | Jean Dimeo

Each year, thousands of construction and other workers fall ill because of extreme heat—and too many die as a result. But there are precautions and actions construction companies can take to prevent heat-related illnesses and deaths.   Most outdoor fatalities occur during the first few days the worker is exposed to hot weather because the body needs to build heat tolerance gradually over time. The lack of “heat acclimatization” is a major risk factor in fatal outcomes, according to OSHA.

May 1, 2024 | constructionext.com | Jean Dimeo

A roundup of our best advice from experts and contractors for Construction Safety Week May 6-10 and beyond. Jean Dimeo, Editorial Director, ConstructioNext, WOC360, IRE360During this year's Construction Safety Week, we are highlighting stories we've published in recent months that can help construction companies keep employees and subcontractors safe from physical and mental health harm.

Apr 25, 2024 | constructionext.com | Jean Dimeo

The use of high-tech concrete equipment and enhanced processes is producing more durable and level flooring and improving safety for crews at an Idaho National Laboratory construction project, according to officials. Allen Nellesen, a site manager for Idaho Environmental Coalition, said in a statement that traditional concrete finishing methods that the company used are difficult and physically demanding, as workers were required to tie rebar by hand.