Bigfoot Sighted in the Sign Post Forest
Bigfoot is now proudly represented in Watson Lake, Yukon Territory (YT)’s Sign Post Forest. The landmark is located at Kilometer 980 of the Alaska Highway and has collected over 77,000 signs form around the world. The Sign Post Forest originated in 1942, when recovering U.S. soldier Carl K. Lindley was repairing the directional signs on […]
Crane Trainer of the Year 2016
With over 2 decades of experience and expertise in the heavy equipment industry Ralf has a solid reputation and impeccable safety record. With focus, skill and intent Ralf successfully navigated himself through the ranks of some of Canada’s largest crane rental…
5 Rules for Working at Height in Summer
Top Takeaway: Heat stress and the risk of falling are both serious hazards when working at height in the summer. Combined they can be deadly, so stay cool and plan ahead to keep everyone safe this season. Summer is synonymous with construction. Its consistent weather and sunny days make working outside significantly easier and […]
11 Ways to Avoid Heat Stress on the Jobsite
Top Takeaway: High temperatures are the greatest challenge for jobsites in the summer. Make sure everyone on site is hydrated, eating well, and taking time to cool down to prevent heat stress. Summer is here, and with it comes long days and hot weather. Warmer temperatures can be exciting but are also hazardous for […]
Tower Crane Hand Signals
If you’re going to work with tower cranes, you better know your hand signals. Clear communication is essential for staying safe on the job site. A crane operator should always use a signaler, and they should communicate according to the established code of signals. Hand signals are preferred and commonly used. In certain cases, a […]
The Top Ten List for Wind Safety at Height
Wind is a major hazard when working at height, even on days that seem calm. Windy days can make working at height dangerous for everyone on the job-site. Follow these best practices to ensure a safe job-site, no matter the weather. #1: Keep Objects and Tools Secure Be prepared by keeping objects and tools that […]
Are Your Safety Practices Ready For Spring?
Working at Height in the Spring: 10 Ways to Stay Safe Written by: Jen Adams Key Takeaway: Be prepared for unpredictable spring weather by keeping the job-site clean, planning for the forecasted weather, using the right PPE, and taking thorough safety precautions. Temperatures may be rising, but spring brings its own set of risks (and borrows […]
Women In Industry: Part 1, Sandra Allard, Crane Technician
Women in Industry: Part 1, Sandra Allard, Crane Technician Interview & Writing by Jen Adams We celebrate the women who have worked with Bigfoot and who have demonstrated a strong work ethic, great skills, and grit. On the left in the photo above is Crane Technician, Sandra Allard (In Part 2, we will interview the […]
Bigfoot Crane Company Inc. Now Approved for On & Off-Site Construction Hoist Operator Training
RELEASE DATE: March 7, 2019 On & Off-Site Construction Hoist Operator Training by Bigfoot Crane Academy is now Approved Dateline: Abbotsford, BC, Canada, March 7, 2019: Effective today’s date, Bigfoot Crane Academy is pleased to announce that its on and offsite Construction Hoist Operator Training Course has been formally approved by Technical Safety BC. Bigfoot Crane Academy’s […]
Transit Village: Four Tower Cranes on One Difficult Site
Transit Village was a huge 500-unit residential project in B.C.’s Lower Mainland being built by Jetline Contracting for Weststone Properties. When they first approached Bigfoot to supply rental cranes for the project, we visited the site and saw firsthand the challenges. We immediately realized that the project would require multiple cranes to be mobilized, including […]