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5 Tips to Make Life Smoother at Work and Home

Work-life balance affects everyone, including those of us in the concrete construction industry. We’re all juggling paid work with caring for our families. That may include young children, aging parents, or spouses dealing with an illness. With those long, irregular hours we sometimes have to put in, there’s a risk…

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A Comprehensive Resource of Construction Safety Tips from Atlantic Training

Staying safe on the job site is our top priority. These great tips from Atlantic Training serve as a reminder to co-workers about staying safe at work. Using Your Tools Use the proper tool for the designated task Frequent use of inadequate or poorly designed equipment will eventually lead to…

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After Harvey and Irma, Baker Team Pulls Together

Baker co-workers and projects are busy rebounding from the effects of two powerful hurricanes over the past few weeks. Harvey’s flooding hit our Texas folks particularly hard, followed by Irma, affecting homes and job sites throughout Florida.   Although some schedules were delayed, Baker projects in…

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Hurricane Harvey Update: Recovery Is Underway

It’s been just over a week since Hurricane Harvey slammed into the coast of Texas, dumping record amounts of rain on Houston and its neighbors. Huge sections of the fourth largest US city remain underwater, and some places in Houston may be uninhabitable for weeks or…

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The Silver Hardhat

There’s a certain image that people have when they think “construction worker.” Hard hat, steel-toed boots, tools of the trade, and protective gear—all part of the construction worker’s “brand”. Data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) indicates there are over 5.6 million individuals who work in the construction…

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Signs and Prevention Methods for Heat Stress

It’s August. It’s hot. And the physical demands of the concrete construction industry are high. The combination of high temperatures and physical labor outdoors increases the risk of heat stress and heat exhaustion exponentially. Luckily, many of the side effects of heat stress are preventable. Here are some tips for…

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Health Tips for Concrete Construction Warriors

In today’s busy world, individuals are often sacrificing their health and wellness in order to accomplish more. Too many people are avoiding exercise, eating a poor diet, not getting enough sleep each night, and even ignoring their bodies signs of stress. Here are some tips that co-workers can use to…

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Tampa Airport Expansion

Tampa International Airport Expansion Starts with a Big Stretch  Contractors, including Baker Concrete, are heading into the final stretch after having taken the first step of Tampa International Airport’s (TIA) planned, nearly 15-year master plan, completing nearly $1 billion worth of projects that will enable the airport to  nearly double…

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OSHA’s 2017 National Safety Stand-Down

May 2017 – This week Baker participated in OSHA’s 2017 National Safety Stand-Down to prevent falls in construction. These pictures are from Thursday, May 11 where several Northern Region projects as well as our BEAM shop welcomed Guardian Fall Protection…

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When I Grow Up Expo in Houston, TX

April 2017 – On Saturday, April 22, our Baker Concrete co-workers in Houston sponsored a booth at the When I Grow Up Expo through the Houston Independent School District. Over 4,000 students (grades K-12) came out to see what it…

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Panorama Tower Topping Off

March 2016 – On Friday, March 31, co-workers in Baker’s Southeast Region topped out Miami’s Panorama Tower, seven weeks ahead of contract schedule!…

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Sunshine Safety Recognition Award

March 2016 – USF Safety Florida presented the Sunshine Safety Recognition Award to Baker co-workers at Panorama Tower! The award is granted to companies that exhibit an ongoing commitment and dedication to safe business practices on-site.  …

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Panorama Tower

March 2016 – Panorama Tower listed as one of “13 Projects Changing the Face of American Cities” on Forbes. Congratulations to our co-workers and the entire Panorama team!  …

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Baker Sponsors Training Class in Rocky Mountian Region

March 2017 – From March 6 through March 10, Baker’s Rocky Mountain Region sponsored a training class with STEM and Pre-Apprenticeship students at Warren Tech High School located in Lakewood, CO. Several co-workers taught project essentials and led students through…

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National Women In Construction Week 2017

March 2017 – Baker celebrates National Women In Construction Week which highlights women as a visible component of the construction industry and raises awareness of the opportunities available for women in the construction industry.  …

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Rocky Mountain Regions Tallest Project to Date

November 2016 – On November 21, 2016 Bakers Rocky Mountain co-workers topped off the Confluence at 35 stories high, making it their tallest project to date.

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Hometown Huddle

October 2016 – We are proud to have been a part of the NFL and United Way’s annual Hometown Huddle (Oct. 18) hosted by the Marvin Lewis Community Fund! This year, Bengals, Baker co-workers and…

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2016 Colorado Construction Career Days (CCCD)

September 2016 – On Wednesday, Sept. 21, Rocky Mountain Region co-workers (Moses Berrelez, Josh Berrelez, Sean Mabie, Jayhawk Owens and Lorenzo Sanchez) participated in the 2016 Colorado Construction Career Days (CCCD)! The annual CCCD event allows high school juniors and…

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