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EPA releases final waters rule
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency released its final Waters of the U.S. rule, which expands the federal government’s jurisdiction beyond legal limits but excludes existing quarry and construction pits. Find out what types of areas will now require permits.
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John Deere backhoe, tractor loaders in action
At a media event at its facility in Sacaton, Ariz., John Deere Construction & Forestry demoed some of its new equipment, including its 310SL HL backhoe loader, 315SL backhoe loader and 210L tractor loader. → MORE
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Former quarry provides thrill for car enthusiast
A car enthusiast stumbled onto a wealth of junked classic cars and hot rods in a quarry-turned-junkyard. Read on to see what types of cars were found in the quarry, and watch a photo slideshow of the newfound treasures. → MORE
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Revising interpretations
by Michael T. Heenan If a federal agency has published an interpretation of a regulation, can the agency later revise that interpretation at will or is it fixed in stone? Safety Columnist Michael Heenan reflects on how challenges to MSHA's interpretations have been raised, and how MSHA has tried to combat the issue. → MORE
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Lesson 14: Business
Whether a crushed-stone or sand-and-gravel operation is a startup or a going venture, the business side plays a significant role in its success or failure. Lesson 14 of Pit & Quarry University discusses how to handle financial transactions – including equipment, employees and insurance – and the almost inevitable tax consequences. → MORE
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