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What is new in ACI 301-20, Specifications for Concrete Construction

Construction Specifier

This standard specification establishes criteria for concrete construction that can be incorporated by reference into contract documents. A/E can apply the reference specifications of ACI 301 to many forms of concrete construction. For example, ACI 318-19 saw a major reorganization of Chapter 26, “Construction Documents and Inspection.”

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New Guidance on the Vaccination Mandate for Federal Contractors

Federal Construction Contracting Blog

The definition of “covered contract employee” includes both contract and location-based references, and will mean that most (if not all) of a contractor’s employees will be subject to the requirements. However, the guidance now places a heavier burden on employers, requiring that they inspect each employee’s proof of vaccination.

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Family Orientation

Revit OpEd

Even in those families however, upon closer inspection, we will find that the reference planes are oriented correctly (if they are named at all), the geometry orientation is wrong. The placement logic it uses must compensate for the placement side orientation of the geometry not being consistent with the notion of Front.

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November 2016 Newsletter – Tips on responding to new OSHA drug testing, injury reporting guidance

FDR Safety

Review their injury reporting policies and procedures and consider revising them to remove any reference or requirement that injuries be reported “immediately.” or a state workers’ compensation system. Drug testing required or incentivized by federal or state law cannot be viewed as retaliation.

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PREVENTING REPETITIVE STRESS INJURIES

Safety Services Company

The term RSI is rather broad because the injuries included occur due to a variety of activities, stressors, and body parts, but in general it refers to an injury manifesting as a result of force, excessive strain, rapid movements, continuous overloading, and poor ergonomics. A written RSI safety policy is a great way to start.

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Hiring a Contractor - Julian Construction Blog

Julian Construction

Also verify that the contractor is insured and carries workers’ compensation. If you hire a contractor that doesn’t have workers’ compensation, you are legally considered the employer, and can be held accountable for any job-related injuries. Inspection Consultation. Foundation Inspections. Posted by: |.

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What Is a Concrete Surface Retarder | Types of Retarders | Advantages & Disadvantages of Retarder in Concrete

CivilJungle

Considered a boon for the construction Procedure in the long run, concrete retarders Help with multiple advantages and a Few major advantages are being discussed below for your reference, • Retarding admixtures extend the setting time of concrete and maintain the workability and cohesion for an extended period of time.