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The Importance of Clear Communication on Construction Sites

10/08/2020
by Jeff & Shelly Tillinghast

Any given construction site represents a living and evolving entity that can throw experienced crews for a loop at a moment's notice. An experienced supervisor and project manager can help keep the project moving in the right direction; however, clear communication lines from top to bottom are the most vital components of dealing with rapidly escalating and potentially dangerous situations. As long as those in charge possess reliable ways to relay critical information across the job site, the entire team can continue to work together to ensure that the project finishes on time.


The following infographic details the types of communication challenges the construction companies face on the job site:


Two-Way Radios

Giving every member of your team a direct communication line with every person on the site enables vital information to be delivered promptly. Two-way radio communication remains one of the most effective ways to establish this level of reliability across your team's board. With your team in constant communication, they can quickly react to any issues that have developed and know where to deploy resources to address the situation.


Establish A Defined Structure

Establishing a structure of which channel addresses which part of the team or lead of the project enables your team to communicate more effectively and ensure that the right information gets to the right person as quickly as possible. One of the biggest challenges that construction crews face revolves around the potential breakdown or lack of communication between team members. Taking the time to lay out a clear communication structure can improve productivity across the board.


In Case of Emergency

Some construction projects can cover a large area of land. You have multiple teams out in the field, possibly spanning miles, that act as independent units working towards a common goal. However, in cases where an accident or some other emergency happens, you want your team to know who they need to contact, how they can reach them, and what kind of response time they can expect.


Construction crews have a difficult job. With so many moving parts and risks that need to be factored in, ensuring that your entire team has open and transparent communication channels is vital for your project's overall success. That's where using two-way digital radios from Delmarva Communications can help streamline communication across your job site and ensure the long term safety of your crew. For more information on our offerings for your entire team, including Motorola portable radio chargers to keep communication lines alive at all times, contact us today.

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