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Dan's Construction and Repair Blog

Hello! My name is Dan and this is my construction and repair blog. I don't work in the industry myself, I have recently used a lot of different contractors during the construction of my home. Construction contractors used machinery to dig and lay the foundations for my home before the walls and trusses where installed. A roofing company installed a metal roof and contractors installed plumbing and electrical utilities. I was very impressed with the results and I learnt lots of cool things during the completion of this project. This blog contains information which will be useful to other people who plan to work with construction contractors.

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Foundation Drilling: Three Important Guidelines for Preventing Accidents

When drilling a foundation for your new structure, safety must be a priority. In general, deep drilling is beneficial for creating a stable, reliable and long-lasting base for a building. Moreover, you should note that this process allows for construction with minimal excavation. Excavation is often more time-consuming, labour-intensive and expensive. However, foundation drilling presents unique safety challenges and will endanger workers if the right precautions are not in place. Here are some simple tips to help you prevent accidents while promoting effective drilling.

Choose Your Contractor Your choice of a drilling contractor for your foundation work will determine the level of safety. Therefore, select a qualified and experienced company for this phase of construction. When searching for a contractor, inquire about their services and their speciality. For example, if you are building a commercial structure, make sure the contractor can handle the civil, commercial or industrial drilling. Also, pile and pier foundations require special knowledge, so consider this factor for this type of structural base. Additionally, if you would like to have part of your foundation excavated, check on the availability of these services.

Consider the Equipment Foundation drilling requires specialised rigs for effective construction. If the selected pieces of equipment are not suitable for their task, hazards will increase on the site. Consequently, the risk of accidents and injuries will be higher. You can minimise the probability of a mishap by choosing the right equipment for your site. When hiring your drilling rigs, consider all pertinent factors, including the ground conditions, available space, ease of operation and installed safety features. Also, plan for the regular inspection and maintenance of the equipment. If you find anomalies in the rig, avoid operating until complete repairs are conducted. In addition, check the manufacturer's guidelines for routine servicing.

Establish Safety Protocols Safety procedures will prevent accidents during your foundation drilling project. Therefore, you should evaluate your site, understand the risks and establish protocols to limit the dangers. The first step should involve a site assessment to identify the onsite hazards. These hazards should include ground features like slopes and trenches, equipment like the drilling rigs and even the human factors. Next, you should determine whether the dangers can be eliminated. For instance, if existing trees or boulders could increase the risk of equipment malfunction, remove them to prevent accidents. If the hazards cannot be eliminated, provide training to workers on managing and avoiding risks related to the pertinent danger. Finally, ensure your onsite personnel can report all incidents with ease.  

For more information, contact a local residential drilling company.