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Safety in the Field: Smart & Safe Lifting
Lifting and moving materials is part of everyday work on many GSI project sites, and doing it safely is just as important as getting the job done. Before lifting a load, workers assess its weight, clear the path ahead, and use proper lifting techniques.
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Safety in the Field: Equipment Preparation
Before equipment is used on site, it is carefully prepared and inspected under the supervision of both the Foreman and the Safety Officer. This step helps verify that equipment is properly set up, in safe operating condition, and suitable for the day’s work before it is put into service.
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Safety in the Field: Toolbox Talks
Every workday at GSI begins the same way: with safety. Before any operation starts, project teams gather for the daily toolbox talk. This short safety briefing helps everyone understand the day’s activities, identify potential hazards, confirm the required personal protective equipment (PPE), and review the safety controls needed before work begins.
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The GSI Way: Our Core Values
Behind every successful project is more than technical expertise. It is guided by the principles that shape how engineers, field personnel, and project teams approach their work every day. This short video introduces the three core values that have guided Ground Specialists, Inc. for more than 30 years: Integrity, Adaptability, and Energy. Watch the video…
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Core Value Spotlight: Energy
Great engineering doesn’t happen behind a desk alone. It takes early mornings, long days in the field, and the determination to keep moving forward through changing weather, difficult terrain, and demanding project conditions. At Ground Specialists, Inc., energy is more than hard work. It’s the commitment our people bring to every project. From engineers and…
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Core Value Spotlight: Adaptability
No two slopes are exactly alike. Ground conditions, terrain, and project requirements vary from one site to the next. Every project presents its own challenges, which is why successful geotechnical engineering begins with understanding the conditions before choosing the right solution. At Ground Specialists, Inc., adaptability means responding to those challenges with the engineering approach…
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Core Value Spotlight: Integrity
In geotechnical engineering, some of the most important work is never seen once a project is complete. Soil nails are buried within slopes. Foundations are hidden underground. That is why integrity matters.
