RAKEN CONSTRUCTION BLOG

We often associate our smartphones with trouble. Whether they distract us from our work, or we accidentally send a text to the wrong person, it's true that we can occasionally l...

Now that we've covered some of the construction issues that frequently come up during a project, let's discuss some tips to avoid construction litigation* in the first place. As...

Everyone is afraid of getting sued. It's just what happens when you live in an arguably overly-litigious society. But perhaps in no industry is that fear more well-founded or un...

This week, Raken is shining a spotlight on Mariah Whitlock, Construction Administrator at JRC Mechanical, a mechanical contractor based in Chesapeake, Virginia. Mariah has been ...

A while back, we wrote about 10 incredible feats in construction history. Today, in honor of U.S. Independence Day, we've compiled a list of some top construction projects in Am...

Here’s the situation: you’re a superintendent and need to find a toolbox talk on a specific subject for your site. Or let’s say you’re a safety manager and you’ve decided you ne...

Here's a couple of questions for all the superintendents and foremen out there: How long do you usually spend searching the internet for a toolbox talk to give at your next tail...

When imagining public speaking, the first pictures that come to mind are likely going to be dynamic motivational presentations, awards ceremonies, or political campaigns. Joinin...

The last thing anyone in the construction industry wants is for a worker to get hurt on a jobsite. To avoid workplace injuries, it is crucial to educate crews on the most up-to-...

It's no secret that those working on construction sites face certain risks that would not pertain to 9-5 office jobs. In fact, year after year, construction has consistently ran...

From the dawn of time (or at least whenever marketing was invented), there have been products out there claiming to be the cure-all, silver bullet solution. They offer answers t...

According to the Arcadis Research Global Construction Disputes Report, the average construction dispute in North America takes a little over 17 months to settle. With an average...