employees
Educating quarry workers on ergonomics
In his latest monthly column, P&Q contributor Steve Fuller discusses body mechanics and how they contribute to worker health. Keep Reading
How businesses can offer mental health assistance to employees
Employers and managers can take a variety of steps to make their workplace a safe environment to talk about mental health struggles. Keep Reading
Making mental health manageable for employees
While safety is priority No. 1 in the aggregate industry, there is a risk to workers that sometimes goes unseen. Keep Reading
Episode 3: Dirt World Summit, economic update
In this episode of Drilling Deeper, Kevin and Jack recap their experience at the inaugural Dirt World Summit, hosted by Build Witt. Also, Jack shares his takeaways from a recent conversation with Ken Simonson, chief economist with the Associated General Contractors of America. Keep Reading
Operations reorganize as Capital Aggregates
Several large Missouri aggregate operations combined and rebranded as one new entity that produces more than 10 million tons a year. Keep Reading
Keeping qualified employees in a candidate-driven market
The aggregate industry continues to face a shortage of qualified workers as older generations retire. Industry experts discuss how employers can find and retain qualified employees in a tough market. Keep Reading
10 qualities of effective business leaders
Skilled managers motivate workers and create more profits, but becoming an effective manager is more a process than a destination. Keep Reading
AGC: June construction employment behind pre-pandemic levels
The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) says June construction employment lagged pre-pandemic levels despite record job openings. Keep Reading
Vulcan Materials promotes two within company
Mary Andrews Carlisle, vice president of finance at Vulcan Materials, was appointed to succeed senior vice president and CFO Suzanne Wood. Also, Darren Hicks is taking on a new position at the company. Keep Reading
