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Winter construction: safety key for this hearty bunch of men and women who work outdoors.

Publication: Alaska Business Monthly
Publication Date: 01-NOV-07 		Format: Online
Delivery: Immediate Online Access
Full Article Title: Winter construction: safety key for this hearty bunch of men and women who work outdoors.(BUILDING ALASKA)

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Anyone will admit that it's no fun to be in subzero temperatures and nasty weather--especially when it involves working. But, in Alaska construction, sometimes there is no choice but to stand up to the elements to get the job done.

TRENDS IN WINTER CONSTRUCTION

"In regard to winter construction, contractors still work hard in the fall to get prepared for winter construction," says Rebecca Logan, president and CEO of Associated Builders and Contractors of Alaska Inc (ABC of Alaska), an association that represents the Alaska construction industry. "Contractors are experienced at working in Alaska. In the winter, clients expect it. And, technology and years of experience assist (construction contractors) to make it more productive and less challenging. At ABC of Alaska, we see that our apprentices are staying employed throughout the winter, which means our members are going strong during the winter."

Dick Cattanach, president of Associated General Contractors of Alaska (AGC...

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