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Employee Spotlight
Peter Ancelli
Truck Driver
[Peter Ancelli on a recent day in Pittsford]
Hometown:
Grew up in Western, MA. Currently lives in Cambridge, NY.

Favorite Food:
Porterhouse 1.5 inch thick steak with a pint of ice cream for dessert.

CB Handle:
Uncle Petee. In my early days, it was Wee Bear (little bear) - my buddies named me.

Hobbies:
I love to hunt bear and deer, and love being outdoors with the animals.

Likes:
I own a fishing camp 3 miles off the road in Long Lake, NY, where I spend a lot of time in the summer and fall.

Unique Habits:
I normally wake up around 11 pm and go to bed around 5 pm. I'm still a night hawk and love those hours.
Work Life:
I'm a retired teamster, and worked as a teamster from 1975-2015 as a union freight hauler working nights/weekends/holidays. My average work week always varied. My teamster union worked on a 2-hour call at all times. I was called anytime and could be sent out for up to 5 days, 364 days a year with a 2-hour notice. I loved the work.

I'm thankful for cellphones and bluetooth, as talking to my buddies kept me awake all night at the end of my career!

Favorite Part of Job:
I enjoy driving and didn't want to give it up so I haul sludge for Casella out of Saratoga.

Cool Fact:
I have driven about 4,000,000 miles with nothing more than a fender bender.
Project Highlight: Salisbury Landfill
[ Salisbury Landfill]
We began work on the Salisbury Landfill project in September, 2019 and finished up on June 5, 2020.

The team, led by Charlie Wadleigh and Jeff Chase, did a great job closing and capping the last unlined landfill in Vermont, with our transportation division trucking in over 27,000 yards of tailings and compost for the cap!

It was a great experience - for both Casella Construction and the Town of Salisbury, and we were happy we could help them move forward with this long-overdue project.
[ Transportation division delivering tailings for the landfill cap]
[ Salisbury Landfill officially shut down on September 1, 2019]
[ Project nearing completion]
Check out this article by the Addison Independent about the project, and click here to watch a quick video of the project in progress.
It's Hot Out There
Avoid Heat-Related Illnesses:
Heat Exhaustion
When the body loses excessive water and salt, usually due to sweating, heat exhaustion can occur. According to the  free NSC First Aid Quick Reference app , signs and symptoms include:
  • Sweating
  • Pale, ashen or moist skin
  • Muscle cramps (especially for those working or exercising outdoors in high temperatures)
  • Fatigue, weakness or exhaustion
  • Headache, dizziness or fainting
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Rapid heart rate
Uncontrolled heat exhaustion can evolve into heat stroke, so make sure to treat victims quickly:
  • Move victims to a shaded or air-conditioned area
  • Give water or other cool, nonalcoholic beverages
  • Apply wet towels, or have victims take a cool shower
Heat Stroke
Seek medical help immediately if someone is suffering from heat stroke. Signs include:
  • Body temperature above 103 degrees
  • Skin that is flushed, dry and hot to the touch; sweating has usually stopped
  • Rapid breathing
  • Headache, dizziness, confusion or other signs of altered mental status
  • Irrational or belligerent behavior
  • Convulsions or unresponsiveness
Immediately take action:
  • Call 911
  • Move the victim to a cool place
  • Remove unnecessary clothing
  • Immediately cool the victim, preferably by immersing up to the neck in cold water (with the help of a second rescuer)
  • If immersion in cold water is not possible, place the victim in a cold shower or move to a cool area and cover as much of the body as possible with cold, wet towels
  • Keep cooling until body temperature drops to 101 degrees
  • Monitor the victim's breathing and be ready to give CPR if needed
DO NOT:
  • Force the victim to drink liquids
  • Apply rubbing alcohol to the skin
  • Allow victims to take pain relievers or salt tablets

The best way to avoid a heat-related illness is to limit exposure outdoors during hot days. According to  the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention :
  • Air conditioning is the best way to cool off
  • Drink fluids, even if you don’t feel thirsty, and avoid alcohol
  • Wear loose, lightweight clothing and a hat
  • Replace salt lost from sweating by drinking fruit juice or sports drinks
  • Avoid spending time outdoors during the hottest part of the day, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
  • Wear sunscreen; sunburn affects the body's ability to cool itself
  • Pace yourself when you run or otherwise exert your body
Keep Each Other Safe
Because our jobs often require us to work outside in hot weather, you and your supervisors can take precautions to minimize the risk of heat-related illnesses. The  National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health recommends :
  • Working shorter shifts until you have adjusted to the heat
  • Staying hydrated and drinking before you get thirsty
  • Watch out for co-workers exhibiting signs of heat exhaustion or heat stroke
  • Take time to rest and cool down
SHOP TALK
Preventative Maintenance:
It's important to know more than just how to start and run machinery
When is it time for air filter maintenance?
The recent dry weather and dust may be having an impact on your equipment. Performing simple maintenance tasks can ensure you get the optimum use out of your machinery.
Check out this short video from Caterpillar Maintenance for the best way to keep your air filters in great shape.
Jobsite Photos!
Check out the jobsite photo submissions of the week!
Vote for your favorite jobsite photo below ,
and check out our facebook page to see the winner!
Coventry Fun
[submitted by Pamela Brown]
Clarendon Quarry
[submitted by Thad Omand]
View from the Road: At a Busy Bennington Intersection
[submitted by Jeff Chase]
Clarendon Quarry
[submitted by Dan Caputo]
Cast Your Vote!
Which photo is your favorite?
Coventry Fun
Clarendon Quarry (Thad Omand)
Bennington View from the Road
Clarendon Quarry (Dan Caputo)
Thanks for Voting!
Thanks to everyone who voted last week.
Don't forget to submit your own jobsite photos!
Last Week's Photo of the Week
Clarendon Quarry
[submitted by Dan Caputo]
DO YOU HAVE ANY WORK PHOTOS?
We can't wait to see them!
While we still need to remain diligent about safety precautions as our communities transition into phased re-openings, we also want to hear about what you and your family are up to, and how you enjoy spending your time.
Drinking and Driving
L to R: Will Casella, Ryan Casella, and John Casella III
(submitted by John Casella II)
Summer Garden
(submitted by Melissa Coltey)
How are you spending your time? Share your photos here !
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Video Content
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Shop Talk
WE ARE
HIRING!

Do you know someone who could make a positive difference on our team ?

Please ask your most talented contacts to apply!
And let's not forget the thank you.

If someone you recommend is hired and stays with us at least 90 days, we will thank you with a $250 referral bonus in your check! (Just make sure they mention your name in their online application. Click here for details.)

Contact Melissa Coltey for details and with recommendations at [email protected] or (802) 774-1375.
DID YOU MISS ONE?
Click below to see what you missed:
In the Trenches
What's Your Handle, Driver?
Getting to Know John Wallek and Melissa's Mask Tip
Casella Construction, Inc.
Phone (802) 773-0052
Fax (802) 747-7992
www.casellainc.com