You Cannot Expect Your Employees To Do Things That You Are Not Doing Yourself. By Steve Schumacher Over the years, one of the consistent things that I have found with managers and leaders is that they cannot be objective about their own behavior. I do not think, as humans, any of us truly can. That is where getting objective, non-judgmental…
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Frankly Speaking
I have been covering the aggregates industry for the better part of the past 25 years, and over the lion’s share of that time period, there has always been one thing you could totally count on: Frank Cargould.
Read MorePass the UPDATE Act
In just a few short months, the Highway Trust Fund will go broke. No one likes to hear the words “raise taxes,” but in some cases, tax increases are not only warranted but essential to our industry and the national economy.
Read MoreOff-Highway Diesel Prices
The national estimated average price-per-gallon for off-highway diesel fuel as of Dec. 30 is $3.658. That is higher than the previous comparison price-per-gallon of $3.611.
Read MoreTime to Buy
Welcome to Rock Products’ North American Buyers’ Guide and Directory issue. There are signs that 2014 will certainly be a year for buying.
Read MoreEPA Offers Funding to Reduce Pollution from Diesel Engines
By Mark S. kuhar The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has made available $2 million in funding for rebates to help public and private construction equipment owners replace or retrofit older diesel construction engines. The rebates will reduce harmful pollution and improve air quality in local areas. “Exhaust from diesel construction equipment affects children, senior citizens and others in neighborhoods across…
Read MoreMSHA Issues POV Notice Despite Ongoing Court Challenge
By Ross Watzman The Rule, Which Took Effect in March, Allows MSHA to Issue a Notice Without First Issuing a Potential POV Notice.
Read MoreEPA Fines Fisher Sand and Gravel for Dust Violations
The U.S. Department of Justice and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have issued a civil penalty against Fisher Sand and Gravel of $150,000 for failing to comply with dust mitigation regulations at three of its Maricopa County, Ariz., facilities.
Read MoreAlternative Case Resolution Workshop
Predictive Compliance and Catamount Consulting are holding a special Alternative Case Resolution workshop Feb. 18-20 in Las Vegas.
Read MoreOctober Construction Advances 5 Percent
By Mark S. Kuhar Nonresidential Building Surged, Residential Building Resumed Its Upward Track.
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