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Работа с опасностью
Принимая вызов
Мытье окон может показаться не такой уж рискованной профессией, но как насчет того, чтобы делать это, болтаясь в сотнях метров над землей? Это работа мойщиков окон небоскребов! В отличие от обычных мойщиков окон, те, кто работает на небоскребах, должны иметь соответствующую сертификацию. Это потому, что им приходится управлять сложными механизмами своего подъемного и вспомогательного оборудования. Они также должны быть обучены надлежащим процедурам безопасности, включая надлежащее использование химических веществ (промышленные чистящие средства могут представлять опасность для здоровья) и, что наиболее важно, предотвращению падений.
Охлаждение природы
Когда большинство людей видят лесной пожар, они делают все возможное, чтобы покинуть этот район. Но парашютист-пожарный делает прямо противоположное и ныряет прямо в пламя! Эти пожарные мчатся к месту пожара на скоростных самолетах, а затем десантируются на парашютах к горящим деревьям, чтобы потушить пламя! Хотя это может показаться довольно опасным, на самом деле парашютисты-пожарные имеют отличные показатели безопасности. В основном это связано с их огнеупорными комбинезонами, а также с тщательной программой тренировок. Каждую зиму они проходят обучение новейшим методам пожаротушения.
Ослепленные своим окружением
Мало найдется такой непривлекательной и опасной работы, как работа водолаза в защитной одежде. Работа включает в себя погружение в канализационные системы, токсичные разливы и даже ядерные реакторы, чтобы очистить их и провести техническое обслуживание. Водолазы носят герметичные костюмы, предназначенные для их защиты, и регулярно проходят вакцинацию от различных заболеваний, обнаруживаемых в отходах. Сама работа сложна, поскольку невозможно ничего увидеть в тех условиях, в которых они работают, поэтому дайверы должны полагаться только на прикосновение, чтобы устранять неисправности.
Высокая оплата, если вы выживете
В течение нескольких недель осенью и зимой ледяные воды Берингова моря к западу от Аляски наполняются рыбаками. Их цель: ловля аляскинского камчатского краба, которого можно поймать только посреди бушующего моря! Этот прибыльный бизнес приносит некоторым рыбакам 50 000 долларов всего за несколько дней работы; однако из-за суровых условий эту работу также называют самой опасной в Америке. Часы долгие и тяжелые, в то время как многие риски включают переохлаждение из-за холода, падение за борт и запутывание при использовании лески. Каждый год происходит много несчастных случаев из-за непредсказуемых погодных условий, в которых работают эти рыбаки.
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Working with danger
RISING TO A CHALLENGE
Cleaning windows may not seem like a risky profession, but how about doing it while dangling hundreds of metres off the
Name
________________________________________________________________________
Test
2
1) Translate sentences into English
1. В пещере было так жарко, что очки
исследователей запотели.
2. Кристаллы блестели очень ярко при
солнечных лучах.
3. Разговор о дополнительном
финансировании был трудным, и я был выжатый как лимон.
4. Мы были готовы к сложной съемке.
2) Translate the text and answer the questions.
Cleaning windows may not seem like a risky profession,
but how about doing it while dangling hundreds of metres off the ground? That’s
the job of skyscraper window cleaners! Unlike conventional window cleaners,
those working on skyscrapers must be certified to do so. This is because they
have to operate the complicated mechanisms of their lifting and support
equipment. They also must be trained in proper safety procedures including
appropriate chemical us, and most importantly, fall prevention.
1. How do you think is skyscraper window cleaner risky
job? Why?
2. Should they be trained to this work? Why?
Name
________________________________________________________________________
Test
2
1) Translate sentences into English
1. Многие исторические места относятся к
памятникам мирового наследия.
2. Это здание было заброшено много лет назад.
3. Для продолжения этой работы необходимо
дополнительное финансирование.
4. Влажность в комнате была выше нормы.
2) Translate the text and answer the questions.
When most people see a wildfire, they do their best to
flee from the area. But a smokejumper does exactly the opposite and dives
straight into the flames. These firefighters race to the scene of a wildfire in
high-speed jets and then parachute towards the burning trees in order to extinguish
the flames. Although this may sound pretty dangerous, smokejumpers actually
have an excellent safety record. This is mostly due to their fireproof
jumpsuits as well as thorough training in the latest firefighting techniques
every winter.
1. How do you think is firefighter a risky job? Why?
2. Should they be trained to this work? Why?
Name
________________________________________________________________________
Test
2
1) Translate sentences into English
1. Местное правительство решило
приостановить финансирование этого проекта.
2. У этого инструмента очень острые
лезвия.
3. Мы скопировали эту невероятную идею у
американских ученых.
4. Он раскрыл секрет своего успеха.
2) Translate the text and answer the questions.
There are few jobs as unappealing and dangerous as
being a hazmat diver. The job involves diving into sewage system, toxic spills
and even nuclear reactors in order to clean them and carry out maintenance. The
divers wear pressurized suits designed to protect them, and are vaccinated on a
regular basis against a variety of diseases found in waste material. The work
itself is challenging since it’s impossible to see anything in the conditions
they work in, so divers must rely on touch alone to fix faults.
1. How do you think is hazmat diver a risky job? Why?
2. Should they be trained to this work? Why?
Test Module 2 Variant 2
• Vocabulary
I Complete the sentences with the correct word.
- glittered • far-fetched • fussy • rotten • raw • manipulate • spoilt • edible
- marinated • mind-boggling
- I was surprised to learn that many insects are not only , but taste good, too!
- Time travel may be a rather idea, but one day it could be possible.
- Ruth doesn’t like vegetables; she’s such a eater.
- The trainer is able to the shark into various poses.
- I think you should cook the meat a little longer; it’s still in the middle.
- That meat has a terrible stench; put it in the bin outside!
- The beautiful gypsum crystals in the light.
- There are so many possible uses for nanotechnology; it’s !
- David the chicken for 3 hours before he cooked it.
- Alfred is a really child; he always gets what he wants.
II Underline the correct item.
- If a shark approaches, divers should avoid signalling/waving their hands around in the water.
- The deep-sea diver was chewed/bitten on the leg by a shark.
- The government has delayed/restricted the number of alligators each person may hunt.
- Carrie moved to Louisiana to enjoy a slower pace/rate of life.
- Liam bent/knelt down on the ground to get a closer look at the mineral.
- The inventor believes he has cracked/broken the secret to time travel!
III GRAMMAR
Choose the correct item
1 Mandy her friends for dinner at eight o’clock tonight.
A will have met C is meeting
B will have been meeting D meets
2 Jack hopes he a famous inventor one day.
A will be becoming C will become
B will have become D is becoming
3 They’ve bought tickets and they the science fair.
A are going to visit C are visiting
B will have visited D visit
4 This time next Friday they to Mexico in order to attend the sailing competition.
A will be travelling C are travelling
B travel D will travel
5 Even though they were covered in chocolate,
James was reluctant the insects.
A eating B to eat C eat D eats
6 By the end of the month, I at the science centre for four years.
A will have been working C am working
B am going to work D will work
7 The Insect Restaurant at 11 pm on weekdays.
A will have been closing C is closing
B will have closed D closes
8 In order to avoid yourself while skating, you should wear protective clothing.
A injures C to injure
B injure D injuring
9 Let’s go to the festival at 6 pm; I work by then.
A will have been finishing C am finishing
B will have finished D finish
10 He can’t in the skiing tournament next week because he’s sprained his ankle.
A competing C compete
B competes D to compete
11 Watch out! Those rocks…… on you!
A will fall C are falling
B are going to fall D will be falling
12 Mike refuses….paragliding.
A to go C go
В going D to be going
13 Would you like a chocolate cover beetle?
A trying С try
В to try D to have tried
13 Cory can’t help about sharks in the water.
A to worry С to be worrying
В worrying D worry
15 He was reluctant the secret of his invention.
A revealing С to be revealing
В reveal D to reveal
14 I’d rather the dolphins than the penguins.
A to watch С watching
В be watching D watch
16 We spent months for the race.
A practising С to be practising
В to practise D practice
IV Complete the sentences with the correct -ing or (to) infinitive form.
1 You mustn’t (go) ice climbing by yourself.
2 Tom isn’t brave enough (try) bungee jumping.
3 How about (go) ice skating at the weekend?
4 Sophia regrets (eat) so much; she’s got stomach ache now.
5 Alex is considering (take part) in a jousting tournament.
6 The guide made me (wear)protective clothes in the mine.
7 Willie told Violet (not/eat) the gum, but she ignored him.
8 I can’t wait (see) Open Water; it sounds like my kind of film!
9 Gary has always wanted (visit) Alaska.
10 Would you like (come)to the Wild Foods Festival with me?
V Reading
Read the text. Match the headings (A-E) to the numbered paragraphs (1-4) by writing your answers in the table. There is one extra heading.
WORKING with DANCER
A HIGH PAY IF YOU SURVIVE
В MONTHS AWAY FROM HOME
С COOLING DOWN NATURE
D RISING TO A CHALLENGE
E BLINDED BY THEIR SURROUNDINGS
1 Cleaning windows may not seem like a risky profession, but how about doing it while dangling hundreds of metres off the ground? That’s the job of skyscraper window cleaners! Unlike conventional window cleaners, those working on skyscrapers must be certified to do so. This is because they have to operate the complicated mechanisms of their lifting and support equipment. They must also be trained in proper safety procedures including appropriate chemical use (industrial cleaning products can pose a health risk) and, most importantly, fall prevention.
2
When most people see a wildfire, they do their best to flee from the area. But a smokejumper does exactly the opposite and dives straight into the flames! These firefighters race to the scene of a wildfire in high-speed jets and then parachute towards the burning trees in order to extinguish the flames! Although this may sound pretty dangerous, smokejumpers actually have an excellent safety record. This is mostly due to their fireproof jumpsuits as well as a thorough training programme. They receive training in the latest firefighting techniques every winter.
3
There are few jobs as unappealing and dangerous as being a hazmat diver. The job involves diving into sewage systems, toxic spills and even nuclear reactors in order to clean them and carry out maintenance. The divers wear pressurised suits designed to protect them, and are vaccinated on a regular basis against a variety of diseases found in waste material. The work itself is challenging since it’s impossible to see anything in the conditions they work in, so divers must rely on touch alone to fix faults.
4
For several weeks during autumn and winter, the freezing waters of the Bering Sea west of Alaska become crowded with fishermen. Their goal: catching Alaskan king crab, which can only be caught in the midst of a stormy sea! This lucrative business earns some fishermen $50,000 for just a few days’ work; however, due to the harsh conditions, it has also been dubbed the most dangerous job in America. The hours are long and arduous, while the many risks include catching hypothermia due to the cold, falling overboard and becoming tangled while using fishing lines. Many accidents occur every year because of the unpredictable weather conditions these fishermen work in.
VI LISTENING
You will hear five different speakers talking about sport. Match each speaker i (1-5) with the sentences (A-F). Use each j sentence only once. There is one extra sentence.
A The speaker talks about a popular new fitness craze.
В The speaker explains why he/she chose to do an extreme sport.
С The speaker talks about his/her plans for opening a business.
D The speaker explains why he/she enjoys watching a winter sport.
E The speaker describes how he/she achieved something.
F The speaker explains why he/she doesn’t like extreme sports.
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From: Ann@mail.uk |
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To: Russian_friend@oge.ru |
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Subject: Sports |
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… My brother has got a dangerous hobby – he has become a mountain biker. I worry about him. I would like him to spend more time at home. I wish he had chosen a safer entertainment. … What risky sports are most popular with teenagers in your country? Why do teenagers often do extreme sports? What kind of extreme sports would you try and why? If wouldn’t, why? … |
- June 19, 2022
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The professional cleaning industry is extremely large, perhaps even more so after the pandemic. Commercial window cleaning
Window cleaning accounts for around 10% of the overall cleaning industry. Therefore, the window cleaning sector is worth $5 billion in the US alone. This will of course be made up largely of commercial buildings. However, it also takes into account residential window cleaning too.
Many people choose to clean their own windows, while others choose to use a skilled service. There is plenty to understand about each of these options, and you can see a few facts about window cleaning below.
What Should You Know About Cleaning Windows?
Properly cleaning windows involves dusting (even vacuuming), plenty of window cleaner, and remembering to do inside as well as out. There is slightly more to explain than that though if you want to perform a proper job.
You’ll probably need to clean any blinds or screens at the same time, to get the maximum benefit from your work. There are plenty of do’s and don’ts to window cleaning and more than could be written about here. But there are 5 things to know about professional, and home window cleaning.
1 Help Yourself by Getting an Accurate Estimate
When using a professional cleaner, it is important to get an estimate so you know what the service will cost. To do this, the cleaning service will need to know the size of the job.
For a house, this isn’t too complicated most of the time, and you may be able to explain how many windows you have. Trying to estimate the number of windows to be cleaned in an office block might be a lot more difficult.
Therefore, having a window cleaner attend a location to provide an accurate, in-person estimate is generally recommended, even for residential buildings.
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- Pro Window Cleaning and Maintenance Tips for Homeowner Know
- The Right Tools and Mechanism Make Window Cleaning a Breeze
- Get A Budget Professional Window Cleaning Every Month
- The Benefits of Professional Window Cleaning
2 Don’t Clean on A Hot Day
A nice sunny day might seem the perfect time to clean your windows, but it will actually make the job much harder.
An overcast day with lower temperatures is preferable so that the cleaning liquid you are using doesn’t dry out too quickly. Sunlight can cause window cleaner to both evaporate and leave unsightly streaks on the windows.
These can prove difficult to remove or even see in direct sunlight. While on the subject of window cleaner, it is feasible to make your own. All you need is white vinegar, rubbing alcohol, and water.
A mop is handy for getting to the top of tall windows, and a squeegee is the tool of professionals. However, learning how to use one may be as simple as you think. You may find at first you end up making a lot of mess with your water as you clean.
This is where you might start thinking of using a professional cleaner for your windows. Another area to consider is how to dry the windows. Ideally, microfiber cloths will be used.
Many people have for years talked about the use of newspaper or other paper for window cleaning. Paper will often leave debris behind as they get wet and fall apart so avoid it.
According to the History of Glass, the first evidence of glass manufacture dates back to 5000 BC. And yet, it seems many people still don’t know how to clean their windows properly, or how often
4 Knowing How Often to Clean
Windows just need cleaning once or twice a year. Windows can last for tens of years if they are properly maintained and looked after. Dusting regularly, and cleaning can be part of this process, but it doesn’t need to be done all the time.
You also don’t need to try and clean all your windows on the same day. Make the task more manageable by cleaning some windows one day, and some more the next. Or consider using a professional if you want the cleaning done in one day.
5 Is Your Window Cleaner Insured?
If you do use a professional cleaner then ask them if they are insured. Window cleaners should be insured in case of accidental damage to your windows, but they should also be insured for their own safety.
Cleaning windows is a risky profession that involves heights. A window cleaner that isn’t insured could pose a financial and legal problem to you. If they are hurt on your property and have no insurance, you may be liable.
Summary
While you are likely to be capable of cleaning your own windows, there are plenty of risks involved with the process. Windows on upper floors may need access by ladders, and rooftop windows will be hard to reach.
In these instances, it may be an idea to consider a professional window cleaner for peace of mind, and safety. Plus you won’t have to worry about learning how to use a squeegee or knowing any other things about window cleaning.
Perla Irish
Perla Irish, who is more familiarly known as Irish, is the Content Manager at Dreamlandsdesign.com. She loves following trends around home and garden, interior design, and digital marketing. Through this blog, Irish wants to share information and help readers solve the problems they are experiencing.
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It’s always a pleasant experience to look at properly cleaned windows. Regular window cleaning is important for both home and business buildings. Having uncleaned windows spoils the whole look of our property. Cleaning the windows of a high-rise building is definitely a dangerous business.
For this reason most owners of modern high-rise buildings and glass-fronted offices use the services of window cleaning companies as they save considerable amount of time and effort. That is why being a window washer is a responsible job.
Although it may not seem a really a hazardous one, high-rise window cleaning is a job that hides some risk as it involves scaling a building that sometimes reaches more than 15 meters. The job of window cleaning requires a specific set of skills and training in order to be performed properly.
Cleaning high-rise windows is something like rock climbing. It demands mobility and following work safety measures. As some buildings tower at impressive heights, the use of secure professional harness and climbing equipment is obligatory.
You provide many office workers in high or mid-rise buildings with great views. Window washers are responsible for cleaning the dirty glass windows of homes, offices, stores, and high-rise buildings.
But window cleaning of high rise buildings is on the list of most dangerous jobs in the world. Working as a window washer definitely brings a certain amount of danger. And for this reason window cleaners should follow strictly the necessary safety measures during their work.
This type of job is definitely not for everyone as it requires you to be industry-trained and have zero fear of heights. Being a high-rise window cleaning definitely requires bravery. The job of a window cleaner is a challenging one and it requires from the worker to be physically capable and have some preparation in advance.
We should make sure that we are equipped with the needed cleaning tools to complete the cleaning task in a correct and safe way. High-rise widow cleaning is a risky job and it should be done with the right equipment tools.
As is the case with every job being a window cleaner has its advantages and disadvantages. The level of danger this job brings really depends on our work experience, a level of protection and safety gear condition and also the window cleaner’s individual manner of work.
Pros and cons of being a window cleaner
Pros
Great views
This advantage depends on the building’s location of course, but in general window cleaners see more often beautiful air views than office workers.
High demand for workers
High-rise window cleaner is truly an in-demand job. Owners of high rise buildings are always searching for good window cleaners and especially such with longstanding experience. So if you are planning to get a career in high-rise window cleaning, you won’t wait too long to be called back after the interview.
It’s important to mention that each state and city have its own regulations when it comes to high-rise window cleaning safety and these safety measures vary. Sometimes future window washers are required to have passed some safety courses in order to get the job’s position.
Freedom
Professional window cleaners spend a considerable part of their time outside. Being suspended high in the air offers beautiful scenes. This type of job provides a sense of peace, solitude and independence unlike office desk jobs for example.
Flexibility
This type of job offers flexibility and a person is able to run a business of their own besides working as a high-rise window cleaner. In this job sphere we cannot start our own business right away.
We may need to work as an apprentice first for some time period under another before starting to work for ourselves. We may also need to complete some safety courses for window washers that are required by our state.
Cons
Risk of falling or other injury
There is no doubt that the job of window cleaning brings many risks. Risk is an inevitable part of this job. This may sound surprising but deaths are rare in the high-rise window cleaning business. This is thanks to the fact that the workers are very serious about their personal safety and it’s on their top priorities list.
At the start of every work day window cleaners first make sure that all the climbing equipment and safety gear is checked and it’s not damaged. They inspect all the harnesses, cables and scaffolding to make sure they are in good working order. And properly installed safety equipment guarantees successful completion of the cleaning tasks, less cases of injuries and the result is more satisfied clients.
Accidents do happen but fortunately they don’t have a fatal end. Data from researches show that between 2010 and 2014, only one window cleaner of high-rise buildings was killed each year. In comparison to 1932 this is a great improvement and speaks a lot about the safety measures companies take. In 1932 one out of every 200 window cleaners in New York was killed each year on average.
Weather
Working outdoors has its plus and minus sides. The whims of the weather are an enemy to the window washers. Weather is something we cannot control and it can affect the duration and completion of a window cleaning project.
Cleaning the windows of a high-rise building during a windy weather may be a real challenge. Rains make the platforms slippery. Strong wind can not only slow down a cleaning project but it’s also bad for the stability of the scaffolding and the suspended platforms which increases the risk of incidents.
No phones and music rule
Window cleaning may seem easy at first sight but this type of work requires focus and distractions of different nature aren’t recommended for safety reasons. That is why window cleaners are not allowed to use smartphones or listen to music while working at the scaffolding.
This rule may vary from one cleaning to another and it depends on the size of the building the cleaners are working on. Holding a smartphone or wearing headphones while trying to clean a window at heights isn’t a very good idea. But window cleaners who work at smaller buildings can use phones or listen to music and radio podcasts.
Low-paid job
One of the disadvantages of this kind of job is that the salary isn’t high. In general window cleaners who fall in the apprentices category make 12$ to 16$ per hour. The daily wage of window cleaners can reach up to 35$. Some window cleaners with rich experience can make 50$to 100$ per hour.
On the other hand being an owner of window cleaning company is profitable. It’s said that owner of high rise cleaning companies make up to 125,000$ per year.
Male-dominated industry
Currently mostly men are working in the sphere of high-rise window cleaning services but this situation is gradually changing. The number of female window cleaners is increasing.
For high-rise building owners
Contracting a professional window cleaning company is undoubtedly the best way to achieve good appearance for our building no matter if it’s commercial or residential property.
Cleaning services of high quality aren’t very cheap but they are definitely worth their money. If you are an owner of a high-rise building make sure to make a research before choosing a cleaning company.
Our window cleaning service provider should have experience in the sphere of high rise window cleaning and also with positive company references. The use of specialized cleaning equipment, products and safety gear is a must.
Reasons why contacting an expert window cleaner is good for our business
Curb appeal is probably one of the top reasons why it’s good to get the windows of our high-rise building properly cleaned. Not only clean interior but also shiny windows always make a great impression on the customers. No matter how well-cleaned the building is on the inside, when the exterior is unkempt and especially the windows, this is a useless in trying to make a building look good. Regular window cleaning is essential if we care about our business and want to be successful.
Since window cleaning companies are required to provide their clients with perfectly cleaned windows, their workers should be experienced enough to be able to tackle all types of dirty windows. Renting an office space with windows that aren’t very well-cleaned may affect negatively our business.
A well-cleaned window offers a nice view. Imagine a high rise building with a large number of windows that should be cleaned. Well-cleaned windows add a curb appeal to a property we are trying to sell and also help us attract new clients by giving our business building an aesthetic look.
It doesn’t matter if we have a commercial or residential building, regular window cleaning is a key to making our property a beautiful and safe place for either working or living. It’s also a good way to catch the eye of new clients or make the property saleable.