The owner of a Bedford-Stuyvesant construction company and his businesses have been indicted on manslaughter and other charges after a wall collapsed at an excavation site, killing one construction worker and injuring two others. read the full story here The deceased worker, Fernando Vanegaz, 18, suffered severe head trauma, lacerations to his head, broken legs […]

You need an OSHA 10 certification to be in compliance with OSHA standards. Not all construction companies enforce this regulation—just the good ones ? You can buy this class online for about $85 or get it here for free. When: 5/2, 5/3 & 5/4 — all three days are 5:00 pm till 8:30 pm Where: A.D. Price […]

To aid in your compliance with the various Federal, State and City regulations requiring this training, the LSM safety department is once again offering the OSHA 10 Hour Course. The course is provided by our OSHA certified instructors. Each employee who successfully completes the program will receive a certification card from OSHA. Pre-registration is required. […]

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4″ taping knife 6″ mud knife 12″ mud knife Mud pan Utility knife Dust mask Tape holder Pole sander Recommended How To Videos: Drywall finishing made easy How the Pro’s Mix Drywall Mud and Apply Tape Applying the first coat of mud Applying corner bead  

I talked with a mid-level electrician recently who told me that he burned his arm with 270 volts while changing the ballast on a fixture. He said that his helper was supposed to turn the light switch off and apparently didn’t. Rule #1: Don’t trust anyone. Test it!  

Upcoming OSHA classes available from our partners Our 10-hour OSHA program will be from January 10-11, 8:00-2:00 pm. Our 30-hour OSHA program will be from January 23-27, 8:00-3:00 pm. Please call for more details.

The absolute very first tool that every tradesman needs is a great tape measure.  If you only show up with one tool—let it be a high quality tape. Don’t waste your money with a tape that is less than 25′. If you are a carpenter, especially an exterior carpenter, get a 30′. Occasionally I see […]

If you’re an electrician you should have a dedicated Phillips screwdriver and probably a flat head, in addition to a 14 in 1 (or 11 in 1). ..For the rest of us the multi-unit will suit nearly every possible need.  

One of our partners is offering training to anyone who is registered with Construction Personnel and in good standing*. OSHA 10 & Confined Space 10 hour OSHA course on December 7th-8th from 8:00 am-2:00 pm 30 hour OSHA course from January 23rd-27th from 8:00 am-3:00 pm Confined Space Refresher on December 9th, from 8:00 am-2:00 […]

  One of our partners (#2259) is conducting an OSHA 10 hour training class for construction. The class will be held on June 14 & 15 from 4:00 PM until 9:00 PM, each night. Attendance both evenings is required in order to receive your certificate. The training will take place in downtown Buffalo. Seating is limited. Please call 716-855-8100 […]

FLARE is currently administering the City of Buffalo Down Payment and Closing Cost Assistance program! If you do not currently own a home, and you are interested in this program we ask that you do the following: Contact Flare, Inc. for 1st time Homebuyer Program Order your free credit reports 1-877-322-8228 Have Buffalo Urban League […]

Erie Community College (ECC) will soon be conducting an OSHA 10 hour training class for construction. This is the last class of the season! The class will be held on April 18, 19 and 20 from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM, each night.    Attendance at all three (3) evenings is required in order to receive your certificate. The […]

The Associated General Contractors Supervisory Training Program is a construction-specific training curriculum developed, updated and field-tested by and for contractors. It is for anyone from new or aspiring supervisor/foreman to experienced superintendents who would like to brush up their skills. The curriculum is also designed to be relative for both general and sub/specialty contractors. The AGC STP is […]

The following construction training may be available for a reduced cost to our employees or job seekers (in good standing).  Please call and ask one of us for more information. November 9 to 13 – 40 Hour HAZWOPER November 17 – CPR/First Aid November 18 – GHS – SDS (Safety Data Sheet) December 2 – Rigging […]