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Recommended products useful for truck operations
According to Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare statistics, data shows that 70% of industrial accidents in the trucking industry occur during cargo handling work. It is particularly known that falls from truck beds are frequent, with accidents occurring during climbing and descending accounting for 40% of those cases [...]
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Featured New Materials! From lumber usable in high-rise construction to edible materials
In this article, we will discuss promising new materials expected to play a major role in the architecture and construction industries. We will introduce a wide range of materials, from those already in practical use and poised for further growth to those still in the experimental stage. Be sure to read until the end. Chuda [...]
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Essential knowledge for the construction and building industry: An explanation of 4 building structures
This time, we will cover building structures, which are essential foundational knowledge for the architecture and construction industry. We have compiled the advantages and disadvantages of each structure in an easy-to-understand manner: wooden (W), steel-framed (S), reinforced concrete (RC), and steel-framed reinforced concrete (SRC). [...]
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Helpful for labor shortages and an aging workforce! What are the benefits of DX in the construction industry? [Construction DX]
It has been a while since "DX" (Digital Transformation) became a buzzword, but many people may still wonder what exactly they should do. In this article, we discuss DX in the construction industry, a sector often said to face challenges in implementation due to various circumstances […]
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Just before implementation! Are you prepared for the 2024 problem in the construction industry with "work style reform"?
While "work style reform" accelerated rapidly during the COVID-19 pandemic through remote work and staggered commuting, the construction industry has long struggled with chronic long working hours caused by labor shortages. This article looks at the current state of "work style reform" and the "2024 problem" in the construction industry, as well as the government's [...]
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How to minimize hidden risks on-site?
What is a risk assessment? A risk assessment involves identifying potential hazards on construction sites and taking proactive steps to prevent accidents. Traditionally, safety measures were primarily reactive—investigating causes and implementing solutions only after a labor accident occurred. However, with the aging workforce and [...]
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The Metaverse and the Near Future of the Construction Industry
The term "metaverse," which has recently become a frequent topic in various media, is a coined word combining two English words: "meta" (meaning beyond) and "universe." Originally appearing in 1990s science fiction [...]
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Honing the ability to proactively detect and prevent occupational safety hazards
What is risk sensitivity? Risk sensitivity is the ability to perceive and prevent hazards beforehand. In recent years, due to the retirement of veterans and labor shortages leading to increased labor mobility, opportunities to encounter actual occupational accidents have decreased, raising concerns about a decline in risk sensitivity. Occupational accidents [...]
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Why are SDGs an essential issue for the construction industry?
Adopted at the UN Summit in 2015, the SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals) consist of 17 goals and 169 targets. Their preamble demonstrates a strong determination that we must rapidly transition toward a sustainable world, and for that purpose, the world [...]
