Carl Spraberry, Author at AIT Marine

AIT SAFETY NEWSLETTER – NOISE INDUCED HEARING LOSS – AUGUST 2020

September 1, 2020 by Carl Spraberry

NOISE-INDUCED HEARING LOSS Safety Talk Our hearing is precious to us. Once we diminish or lose our hearing, we can never fully recover it. Both on the job and at home there are many sources of noise which can damage our hearing. These sounds can damage sensitive structures in the inner ear and cause noise-induced […]

We’re hiring! HOT Shipyard Jobs Available in Norfolk

August 18, 2020 by Carl Spraberry

Join the Advanced Integrated Technologies (AIT) team! Our mission to service the ships that serve our country is what drives us. By joining our team, you will be making a difference in our economy, workforce, and national security. We are looking for talented and qualified personnel to fill the following positions: Structural Welders Shipfitters Outside […]

AIT SAFETY NEWSLETTER – JULY 2020

August 6, 2020 by Carl Spraberry

HEAT STRESS PREVENTION – HOT DAYS OF SUMMER Keeping Your Cool When It’s Hot It’s summer again in Hampton Roads and the days of 95-degree temperatures and 95% humidity are back. We can’t do anything about the weather, but we can work and play smarter when it’s hot to avoid getting sick. Let’s review […]

AIT SAFETY NEWSLETTER – JUNE 2020

July 8, 2020 by Carl Spraberry

SLIPS, TRIPS, AND FALLS RUSHING CAN HURT We’ve all been in a situation at one time or another where we were in a hurry, didn’t pay close attention to what we were doing, and ended up with an injury. Hurrying on the job can cause both minor accidents and life-threatening injuries. You may hurry dozens […]

AIT SAFETY NEWSLETTER – MAY 2020

May 22, 2020 by Carl Spraberry

HOT WORK AND FIRE WATCH SAFETY Workers assigned as fire watch are the first line of defense in protecting other workers and property from harm during hot work. Hot work includes any activity involving riveting, welding, burning, grinding or use of power-actuated tools or similar fire- or spark-producing operations. OSHA REQUIRES EMPLOYERS TO: provide workplaces […]

Advanced Integrated Technologies (AIT) is a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business. Established in 2009, the management team has innumerable years of experience in shipboard maintenance and modernization. The company's leadership is anchored by its founder Mr. Carl Spraberry who is well known in the industry through the advocacy organization he co-founded in 2002, the American Maritime Modernization Association. His background in maritime maintenance spans 30 years of active duty military and civilian positions managing shipboard repair and alterations.

Located conveniently in the Norfolk Industrial Park at 2427 Ingleside Road in Norfolk; AIT is centered around the major military bases and shipyards. With over 30,000 square feet of offices and warehouse, there are ample facilities to accomplish any industrial requirement.

Procedures and processes are ISO 9001-2008 compliant, and our quality standards are defined by our customers' input and complete satisfaction. Additionally, AIT's Quality Assurance program is approved by VSRA.

We assemble the right team of experienced craftsmen for your job with qualified technicians capable of performing cross trade work and years of experience in ship repair. This model maximizes labor efficiency while providing an excellent value for your money. Our production capabilities support a full spectrum of repair, overhaul, alteration, and maintenance for virtually every shipboard system. Our management team understands the complex requirements of government contract management and coupled with our quality assurance processes, safety and environmental adherence all projects exceed the most stringent of government regulations. Excellent service, competitive pricing and meticulous attention to detail are what makes AIT a leader in the industry.

AIT Safety Newsletter – Surface Preparation and Preservation – January/February 2021

Surface Preparation and Preservation SURFACE PREPARATION AND THE USE OF LADDERS: During surface preparation activities, workers often need to gain access to multiple levels and areas that are hard to reach. Workers often use ladders to access these areas, but falls can occur due to structural failure, poor placement, and unsafe use. The safe construction […]

AIT Safety Newsletter – Cold Weather Safety – November/December 2020

COLD WEATHER SAFETY As we enter the WINTER months in Hampton Roads, working in the cold presents a different set of potential problems. How to dress for the weather, recognizing the signs of frostbite and hypothermia, and safe work practices for these situations. We will cover common types of COLD stress; dressing for COLD weather […]

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