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safety helmets

Hard Hats versus Safety Helmets for Drilling, Construction

Latest PPE Protects Head from Impacts from Above and Side
Dave Bowers
Dave Bowers
February 17, 2023
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Latest PPE protects workers from both overhead and side impacts, making it worth considering for drillers.


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Ask Brock episode 200: What One Thing Really Concerns you about the Drilling Industry?

What One Thing Really Concerns you about the Drilling Industry?

February 16, 2023
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In this 200th episode, our host talks about the “driller ego” and his concerns for the drilling industry.


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hiring into the drilling industry

When Hiring Drilling Crews, Do You Look Beyond Pre-Qualifications?

Job Guidelines Can Sometimes Exclude Good Candidates
Jake Fletcher
Jake Fletcher
February 10, 2023
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Having standards for filling a position helps; but if that’s all you look for, you may miss good candidates.


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the “dirt arena” at the Apprentice and Skill Improvement Program training facility

Changing Tasks? Pause to Refocus on Safety

Heavy Equipment Focus can Blind us to Surroundings
Dave Bowers
Dave Bowers
January 18, 2023
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Heavy equipment operation takes focus. A 30-second brain break after a task can help us refocus on our surroundings.


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Groundwater Week Special Feature

The Simple ‘5x3 Goals’ System for Drill Crew Evaluation

Mapped-Out Goals, Scheduled Check-Ins Keep Growth on Track
Brock Yordy
Brock Yordy
January 13, 2023
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Method helps employees feel ownership over development, helps companies keep growth on track.


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communication in the construction and drilling industry

Vision and Audience: Communication for Construction Pros

Understanding How Teams Receive Messages Helps Motivation
Jake Fletcher
Jake Fletcher
January 13, 2023
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Drafting, review, feedback all critical to effective messaging to any team, from drillers to office workers.


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jobsite injuries

Resolve to Slow Down, Prioritize Safety in the New Year

We Can Prevent Unsafe Acts with Time, Thought
Dave Bowers
Dave Bowers
December 26, 2022
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Most construction injuries and fatalities trace back to human error. Slow down a bit and think things through.


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drilling team-building end phase

Stages of Drill Team Development, Part 5: Ending

‘Ending’ Phase Seeks Feedback and Gives Recognition
Jake Fletcher
Jake Fletcher
December 13, 2022
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In ‘ending’ phase, crews finalize project, give and receive feedback, and get the recognition they deserve.


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Ask Brock video series

Keeping a Drilling Jobsite Clean in an Urban Environment

November 23, 2022
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Does your drilling project require low or no site impact? Time to get surgical. It’s Ask Brock episode 189.


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cohesive drilling team

Stages of Drill Team Development, Part 4: Performing

‘Performing’ Phase Tests Crews against Real Tasks
Jake Fletcher
Jake Fletcher
November 23, 2022
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In ‘performing’ phase, crew executes on real tasks, while continuing to evaluate and improve.


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