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Sandy-torn Shore Preps for Summer

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Sandy-torn Shore Preps for Summer with Modular ConstructionThe summer season is just weeks away. Yet six months after Hurricane Sandy, some beach communities are still rebuilding. For shoreline businesses, the season drives the bulk of their annual revenue. Some that aren’t ready are turning to modular construction to open on time.

Modular Facilities Heading to the Shore

For New Yorkers, the push includes modular facilities for restrooms, lifeguard stations and maintenance offices. Officials say the modular plan is the most cost- and time-efficient way to prepare the boardwalk and shoreline communities. New York’s $100 million investment in modular will pay for itself many Continue reading →

Seattle’s Taproot Theatre is Reborn through Modular

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Seattle’s Taproot Theatre is Reborn through Modular ConstructionIn 2009, arson tore through a section of Seattle’s Greenwood neighborhood, destroying several businesses, and leaving an empty lot in its wake. As reported by the Seattle Times, the Taproot Theatre, a pillar of the city’s thriving arts community, was lost in the fire. Now the Taproot is reborn, bigger, better and modular.

The New Taproot Goes Modular 

From its Space Needle to the Seattle Central Library, the Emerald City has had a long history of progressive attitudes toward architecture. It’s not surprising that modular construction was the choice for the new Taproot. With 21 modules being readied, the finished project will include primary and Continue reading →

National Work Zone Awareness Week: How can you help?

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The 14th annual 2013 National Work Zone Safety WeekNational Work Zone Awareness Week April is this week, April 15th through 19th. Sponsored by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), the week aims to raise awareness of work zone safety issues, for workers and motorists alike. The FHWA has a library of useful information regarding work zone safety. Below is a list of a few of the most common dangers and what you can do to prevent them.

Primary Work Zone Dangers

  • Confused or distracted motorists traveling in work areas (Most injuries and deaths in work zones are caused by rear-end collisions.)
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Video: School Principal Talks about Reopening Faster After Hurricane Sandy

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Residents and businesses across New York and New Jersey are still reeling from the effects of Hurricane Sandy. Moonachie Township in Bergen County, New Jersey is no different. Four feet of water flooded much of the town, including Robert L. Craig Elementary. The school was badly damaged and not fit for teaching.

Administrators called ModSpace and less than a month later, the school reopened in temporary modular classrooms. It’s a good story for ModSpace, and a great one for the children of Moonachie.

Watch the video below to hear the school’s principal tell the story in her own words.

Catch the HQ Mobile Office on PBS’s Hometime TV Show

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The ModSpace HQ is headed to Hollywood. Well, Minnesota actually. Nonetheless, the ultimate onsite office is making its television debut this weekend on Hometime, one of the longest running home improvement programs on TV. This season the Hometime team is building a new home in the Minneapolis area. They asked the HQ mobile office to help out for the duration as their onsite project headquarters and a warm refuge from frosty temps.

The Hometime premiere airs this Saturday, February 16th on PBS. Check your local listings for times.

Click on the videos below for a couple sneak peeks at Saturday’s episode.

Note: YouTube videos may be blocked by some organizations.

Top 10 OSHA Violations

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Top 10 OSHA ViolationsOSHA violations can be a costly mistake. The incidents that may result from them can be worse. Last week’s infographic about construction site accidents looked at the frequency, nature and costs of reported incidents. We believe that 100% of construction site accidents are avoidable, and following OSHA’s standards and codes to the letter is a good start.

The top 10 most frequently cited OSHA violations for 2012 were:

  1. Fall Protection (code: 1926.501)
  2. Hazard Communication (code: 1910.1200)
  3. Scaffolds (code: 1926.451)
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Infographic: Construction Site Accident Statistics

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Despite efforts by the industry and OSHA, injuries and even fatalities are still frequent occurrences on construction sites. We found this infographic from Same Day Steel Deck that sheds light on construction site accidents with eye-opening statistics.

When it comes to construction site safety, it’s essential to understand the risks and plan carefully. The infographic is a good place to start, along with these helpful articles.

- Planning Ahead to Prevent Construction Site Accidents

- Understanding and Evaluating Hazard Recognition and Tolerance

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