Concrete pump trucks similar to this one shown on the job in Oregon can become unstable and injure and kill workers if the outriggers and pads are not used properly by the operator. On Feb. 12, 2020, ...
In concrete construction, few situations are more hazardous than a whipping concrete pumping hose. A hose-whip is the sudden release of compressed air energy in the flexible hose(s) at the end of the ...
Concrete pump operators face significant challenges when setting up equipment on job sites. Ground conditions are often unlevel, have been disturbed, and are affected by weather conditions. When the ...