Construction Business Owner

MARCH 8, 2012

Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. Home » Blogs. « Turn Construction Data into Business Answers. Form, Function and Construction Software » Safety is More than a Mission Statement.

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Construction Business Owner

NOVEMBER 17, 2011

Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. Home » Blogs. « Construction Safety – The Wrong Way for a Lifetime. E-mail overload » Construction Equipment Management: Finding the Sweet Spot.

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Construction Marketing

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

So, how does this affect construction companies? This means that all non-essentials are going to be a tough sell, which in turn, means that we’re going to have to commit more effort to convince clients to hire a construction company. Why Safety? So, what are some things that you can use to promote an emphasis on safety?

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Construction Business Owner

APRIL 5, 2012

Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. Home » Blogs. Green Construction & Construction Software » The Business of Construction Risk Management. The construction industry is dangerous.

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Safety Services Company

JANUARY 5, 2024

As temperatures drop, the risks for contractors and construction workers multiply, from cold stress-related ailments to hazardous working conditions. Most of these incidents could have been avoided if employers had more safety precautions put in place during the winter months. It can lead to unconsciousness and death.

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Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 26, 2011

Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. Home » Blogs. « The (Construction) Telephone Game. So You Want to Buy New Construction Software » Construction Software – Is it Time to Buy?

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HardHatChat

MAY 24, 2016

One thing I really love about my job is having the opportunity to share insights about issues affecting the commercial construction industry – whether I’m writing a post for this blog, networking at industry events or connecting with a reporter who needs a construction expert’s perspective. I was more than happy to weigh in.

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Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Although concrete seems stark and cold, it may be the perfect material for constructing stairs in commercial buildings. The pre-made concrete stairs pose fewer environmental and health risks to the workers, especially since there is less dust to breathe and almost no danger of structures collapsing caused by inadequate curing. .

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Construction Marketing

JUNE 24, 2021

President Joe Biden’s USD$2 trillion housing and infrastructure agenda have been met with mixed reactions from the construction industry. Increasing costs and falling demand for new construction projects have been putting contractors on the back foot. . Waste is nothing less of a hot topic in the construction industry.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 30, 2019

New construction technologies to attract younger workers, a push toward green building and the good and bad news in safety — these highlight some of the top stories in April. Joysticks and Simulations: The New Construction Recruiting Tools. Joysticks and Simulations: The New Construction Recruiting Tools.

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Fieldwire

AUGUST 6, 2023

In this guest blog post for Fieldwire, Patrick Hogan explains five common challenges project managers face on construction projects. Each construction project poses unique challenges — this is why construction project managers have distinct roles and responsibilities to fulfill from project to project.

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Construction Marketing

JULY 5, 2022

These findings made the agency declare indoor air quality among the top five risks affecting public health. Indoor air pollution has several detrimental effects, such as aggravated allergies, sneezing, itchy eyes, coughing, and severe health issues like lung cancer and respiratory disease. Why Is Proper Ventilation Important?

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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 18, 2022

The construction industry relies on a vast array of materials. Contractors can’t build a home or office without these common construction materials. And while these structures aim to provide comfort and protection, construction materials and everyday household items emit volatile organic compounds or VOCs. What are VOCs?

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Construction Marketing

FEBRUARY 23, 2018

Construction materials containing asbestos were in used in Britain until 1999 when asbestos was prohibited. Poor maintenance could also potentially cause asbestos fibers to contaminate the air, which, in turn, may present a serious health hazard. Failing to do so may cause a serious health hazard. . Risk Assessment.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 29, 2018

Compared to other industries, construction can be pretty dangerous. This month, we’ve seen a number of stories related to safety on the jobsite, including information about silica and asbestos. Yet we’ve also seen practical insights into how construction technology can improve worker safety.

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Construction Marketing

MAY 13, 2021

Wastewater treatment is an essential aspect of industry operations, especially in aiming to protect the health of various ecosystems. Using a truck wheel wash system is one way of conserving water, in which water can be used to wash dirt from truck wheels that leave the construction site. 2) Safeguard Public Health and Safety.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 9, 2018

Despite regulations, asbestos is still a real and present danger for construction workers. Though 42 percent of construction deaths involve falls , a surprising 17 percent are attributed to exposure to toxic materials like asbestos. Those who worked in construction toward the end of asbestos’ peak may just be discovering symptoms now.

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Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Do you work in a construction company? What are the things you considered before and after a construction site is built? This is the most common question by several companies and establishments that want to add another construction site in a different environment. How to see the underground before starting a project?”

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

Fall has arrived, and with it another monthly construction news roundup. Some cities in the United States have already experimented with net-zero construction, and if this pledge is any indication, we’ll likely see more cities doing so in the future. Construction Input Costs Rise 6.2 Percent Through August.

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Pro Builder

AUGUST 5, 2022

Construction Jobsite Safety: Strategies and Resources for Worker Well-Being. Jobsite safety is critical for workers and for your home building company. Last year, members of Associated Builders and Contractors , a national trade association representing the nonunion construction industry, invested $1.6

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Constructonomics

DECEMBER 20, 2009

I think about blogs kind of like that pain in the ass cousin that always wants to go out and throw the baseball, but while you’d rather sit inside and throw back a few stiff ones, you also don’t want to ignore the kid and look like a jerk. And by the way, blogs are becoming big business. . The Benefits.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

AUGUST 30, 2018

Even if you’re busy, we recommend taking a look at this month’s top headlines in construction news, especially since some pertain to seasonal safety and the industry’s labor market. Construction Jobless Rate Hits 18-Year Low, Industry Adds 19,000 Jobs. Have we mentioned how popular drones have become in construction lately?

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FDR Safety

SEPTEMBER 18, 2014

If there is an OSHA citation most likely to be overturned on appeal to the Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission it would be one issued under the General Duty clause. The General Duty clause is a catchall in the Occupational Safety and Health Act and it is frequently misunderstood, even by OSHA inspectors themselves.

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Green Building Law Update

JUNE 14, 2020

This blog post is an update to my June 6th post, Two New LEED Pilot Credits Respond to COVID-19 , describing that the U.S. LEED BD+C: New Construction v4.1 INpc136 Safety First: Re-Enter Your Workspace is a special pilot credit with a possible 1 point. LEED BD+C: New Construction v4.1 LEED BD+C: New Construction v4.1

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 2, 2021

The construction industry’s COVID-19 recovery across Asia Pacific including Japan (APIJ) can be classified into three phases: “response”, “adaptation”, and “acceleration”. The “adaptation” phase is the next stage of recovery, in which construction companies must secure and create a well-adjusted workforce regardless of their location.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 9, 2022

You open your construction management software to view progress photos, but you’re quickly overwhelmed by the number of images in the gallery. It’s estimated that construction professionals spend 35% of their time on non-optimal activities like searching for information. Promoting health and safety .

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FDR Safety

JUNE 27, 2012

OSHA’s recent warning about safety incentive programs is just one part of a larger effort by the agency to strengthen whistleblower rights. In June 2012, OSHA found the Norfolk Southern Railway in violation of similar anti-retaliation provisions in the federal Railroad Safety Act when it terminated three employees who reported injuries.

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FDR Safety

DECEMBER 19, 2012

And now a ruling by the Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission could encourage more companies to appeal willful citations in hopes of having them reduced to serious. An administrative law judge for the Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission appeared to be following that same logic in a second case.

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Construction Dive

MAY 21, 2015

Department of Labor (DOL) provided initial details and a timeline for its agenda of new Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) construction industry rules (See ConstructionPro Week - June 27, 2014). Part of this agenda included confined spaces.

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Construction Law

APRIL 6, 2020

It is alarming that so much confusion reigned as we went to press over whether or not construction sites should close down, with the Scottish Government initially saying work should stop on all but ‘essential’ projects while the Westminster government was allowing sites to open.

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Construction Law

MARCH 2, 2020

Construction seems to be constantly under pressure to reform, with pressure heightening in the wake of disasters like the 2017 Grenfell Tower tragedy. Health and safety seems to have improved significantly, largely driven by legislation. Some legislative interventions have had positive impacts.

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Procurement Regulation Safety Cash Flow 40

Work Gearz

JUNE 6, 2021

Many professionals already use prescription eyewear and prefer to continue using their own glasses as opposed to searching for prescription safety glasses. Over-prescription safety glasses allow you to wear your regular prescription glasses and be safe at the same time. Comparison Table of Top Over-Prescription Safety Glasses.

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Construction Superintendent Magazine

SEPTEMBER 12, 2013

. -- MySafetySign’s “spot the hazard” campaign to promote awareness of dangerous workplace safety hazards has released its 11th blog post. The campaign, launched in April 2013, is an ongoing effort by MySafetySign to open a dialogue with construction workers, contractors and their communities. frontpage'

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Construction Marketing Ideas

MARCH 14, 2016

The Prep to Finish blog provides comprehensive educational and training insights for the painting and coatings industry. At least two readers nominated the preptofinish.com blog for the 2016 Best Construction Blog competition. This blog makes extensive use of video, effectively.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 25, 2021

The effects of COVID-19 on the construction industry across Asia Pacific including Japan (APIJ) are varied, and the recovery for construction companies across the region can be classified into three phases: “response”, “adaptation”, and “acceleration”. The goal of construction companies in the “response” phase.

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Construction Cost Estimating

FEBRUARY 22, 2012

Construction Cost Estimating Blog. Construction specifications - vital for suppliers, purchasers, and users of materials, products, or services in engineering, manufacturing, and business. CSI published MasterFormat , an indexing system for categorizing construction data as well as construction specifications.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 9, 2021

Construction companies across Asia Pacific including Japan (APIJ) in the “acceleration” phase of recovery are most advanced at using technology to future-proof their businesses, the latest research has found. . Construction companies must embrace digital to survive and thrive. Luckily, there is a tremendous opportunity for change.

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