Posted on 11/16/2008 12:38:22 PM PST by yankeedame
They look like mexicans to me.
this year’s tree weighs approximately 13,000 pounds (about 8 tons).
a ton is 2000 lbs...do the math...it is 6.5 ton.
ROFLMAO!
‘13,000 pounds (about 8 tons)’
The same people report on the economy.
No, they are Riggers.
I have a theory on how “business reporters” are selected. Whenever newspapers or networks go on J-school reporting trips, they always ask the prospective recruits if they can reconcile a checkbook. Whoever raises their hand gets put on the business desk. I suspect only about 2 in 10 qualify.
Similarly, sports reporters are those who are too dumb to be general assignment reporters.
Y’all better enjoy it for the last time.
Hey bighead...when in Rome!!! hahahaha
They appear to be riggers’ assistants. The actual rigger is the guy in the red helmet.
No, I live in Texas and those look like Mexicans.
WTF does it matter?
Confucius say last picture—left...
When I look to the left of the last picture I see the boss has a little tail.
It sounds like a sort of dangerous position.....
Job : Rigger
Salary : Median—$17.27 per hour
Employment Outlook : Fair
Definition and Nature of the Work :
Riggers help operate machines that move heavy objects including steel plates, bundles of steel rods, drilling towers, platforms, and the heavy construction equipment used to build and take down steel structures.
Riggers have many responsibilities. They decide which pulleys, booms, braces, and cables are strong enough for each job. They also must know where to attach the hooks, chains, and cables to lift a load safely. In some cases, riggers build equipment around the object to be moved, such as a tower or boom. While the object is being lifted, riggers use hand signals and other means to direct crane operators and help guide the objects into place.
Education and Training Requirements :
A high school education is recommended. Courses in mathematics, plan reading, and shop are especially valuable. English and communication courses are also important, because riggers give directions to others.
And everyone deserves a little tail-now and then
I see somebody just standing around and watching (top left)
They be in the blue jumpsuits.
dat be why I jes LOVE ya
They’re ornaments.
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