Jobsite Safety and Quality Workmanship – Our Highest Priorities (Video)

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Welcome to the main event at Kansas City, where Barts Electric, a national electrical construction contractor, is committed to maintaining top-notch safety standards and quality installations on job sites. This blog article is tailored for electricians and individuals aspiring to join the electrical field, shedding light on the exemplary practices exhibited by Barts Electric.

Safety Walk and Standards

The Barts Electric team recently conducted a job site safety walk, emphasizing the importance of adhering to safety protocols. The focus was on ensuring that all personnel were equipped with proper safety gear, including hard hats, glasses, and being securely tied off when working in lifts. The team aimed to witness a high standard of installation for temporary lights and power.

Temporary Service Setup

One notable aspect highlighted during the safety walk was the placement of temporary service in an open area. This strategic decision aimed to reduce trip hazards and enhance security by avoiding installation in the electrical room. Additionally, the team implemented extra-duty covers for outdoor installations, providing protection from weather elements even when cords are plugged in. Conduit installations were emphasized to prevent damage to the Romex, showcasing the team’s commitment to quality work.

Functional Layout and Expertise

Russell, a seasoned professional with extensive experience, demonstrated his expertise by re-engineering the layout of a room for improved functionality. His ability to optimize the placement of transformers and panels based on practical considerations has been instrumental in enhancing project efficiency. Barts Electric values the input of experienced professionals like Russell, acknowledging the positive impact on project outcomes.

Attention to Detail: Tidy Workspaces

The importance of maintaining tidy workspaces was emphasized during the safety walk. Properly cutting off excess conductors and keeping work areas organized not only reflects positively on individual electricians but also sends a message to both the owner and the contractor about the level of care and professionalism exhibited on the job site.

Proactive Safety Measures

The team at Barts Electric showcased their commitment to proactive safety measures when addressing a potential hazard involving rooftop work. Recognizing the unsafe condition, the company promptly communicated with the general contractor, resulting in the installation of a ladder to ensure a secure working environment. This proactive approach not only prioritizes the well-being of the team but also contributes to the overall efficiency of the project.

Careful Conductor Installation

The meticulous approach taken by the team was evident in the careful installation of conductors. Insulating conductors in close proximity to supporting structures demonstrated a commitment to preventing potential issues in the future. This attention to detail aligns with Barts Electric’s dedication to delivering excellence in every aspect of electrical construction.

Join Barts Electric: Opportunities for Apprentices and Journeymen

Barts Electric is always on the lookout for new talent, offering opportunities for both electrical apprentices and experienced journeymen. If you are passionate about electrical construction and safety, consider joining a team that values professionalism, expertise, and a commitment to excellence.

In conclusion, Barts Electric continues to set the bar high in the electrical construction industry. The safety walk highlighted the company’s dedication to safety, quality, and efficient project management. Aspiring electricians and experienced professionals alike can find a rewarding career with Barts Electric, a national leader in electrical construction.

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We’re here at the main event in Kansas City for a job site safety walk, expecting to see all our guys doing the right thingโ€”wearing hard hats, glasses, tied off in lifts, ensuring good quality installation on the temporary lights and power. We’re really looking forward to seeing the excellent job our guys are doing on site.

So, there’s temporary service set up in an open area, trying to encourage the guys not to put these in the electrical room because it causes a trip hazard. It also makes it difficult to lock up the electrical room to keep people out of those panels. This has got the extra-duty covers on it for outside installations. It doesn’t necessarily need it in here with the roof on, but they’re an in-use cover that protects it from the weather, even when the cords are plugged in. He’s got the conduit running up there to keep the Romex from being damaged, so he’s done a real good job with that as well.

No working in hot panelsโ€”Russell’s done a good job in here. He’s actually re-engineered the way the room lays out to make it more functional. Through his experience on other projects, he’s able to move where transformers set, where panels set, making it more functional as well as practical. I believe the owner really appreciates his input on these projects.

When you’re pulling in panels with your conductors and making them up, cut off the tails, the excess, and let it lay on the ground. It causes a big trip hazard if it’s messy. That’s a reflection on you as the contractor. If it’s tidy, that sends a positive message to the owner and the contractor that you care about the job.

We won’t have a lift up there, and we had to have two RTUs above. We’ve already wired those, and they’re 100% finished. If we’re up there, we probably put up just a tone barricade or something as a reminder to keep people from accidentally falling off. We had to send a letter to the general contractor, or an email, telling them that it was an unsafe condition, and we could not work on the roof until it was done. The general contractor took note of that, installed the ladder early on this job, and allowed us to get a lot of work on the roof done earlier, helping the job finish quicker. It shows that the person who did this took great care in doing it. All the conductors, very close to the supporting arm here, he went ahead and put insulation around it just in case. It’s not actually touching it, but it’s the idea that if something did happen and something moved, it wouldn’t be a problem in the future.

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We’re here at the main event in Kansas City for a job site safety walk, expecting to see all our guys doing the right thingโ€”wearing hard hats, glasses, tied off in lifts, ensuring good quality installation on the temporary lights and power. We’re really looking forward to seeing the excellent job our guys are doing on site.

So, there’s temporary service set up in an open area, trying to encourage the guys not to put these in the electrical room because it causes a trip hazard. It also makes it difficult to lock up the electrical room to keep people out of those panels. This has got the extra-duty covers on it for outside installations. It doesn’t necessarily need it in here with the roof on, but they’re an in-use cover that protects it from the weather, even when the cords are plugged in. He’s got the conduit running up there to keep the Romex from being damaged, so he’s done a real good job with that as well.

No working in hot panelsโ€”Russell’s done a good job in here. He’s actually re-engineered the way the room lays out to make it more functional. Through his experience on other projects, he’s able to move where transformers set, where panels set, making it more functional as well as practical. I believe the owner really appreciates his input on these projects.

When you’re pulling in panels with your conductors and making them up, cut off the tails, the excess, and let it lay on the ground. It causes a big trip hazard if it’s messy. That’s a reflection on you as the contractor. If it’s tidy, that sends a positive message to the owner and the contractor that you care about the job.

We won’t have a lift up there, and we had to have two RTUs above. We’ve already wired those, and they’re 100% finished. If we’re up there, we probably put up just a tone barricade or something as a reminder to keep people from accidentally falling off. We had to send a letter to the general contractor, or an email, telling them that it was an unsafe condition, and we could not work on the roof until it was done. The general contractor took note of that, installed the ladder early on this job, and allowed us to get a lot of work on the roof done earlier, helping the job finish quicker. It shows that the person who did this took great care in doing it. All the conductors, very close to the supporting arm here, he went ahead and put insulation around it just in case. It’s not actually touching it, but it’s the idea that if something did happen and something moved, it wouldn’t be a problem in the future.