Construction Specifier

APRIL 13, 2023

By Heather Stahl-Figueroa Designing and constructing a building is increasingly complex. Appropriate testing, whether it is of materials or products, is at the core of successful projects. Material and product testing have distinct considerations, and both are explored in this article. Photos courtesy Intertek.

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The Constructor

MAY 29, 2012

Hence, the bridge must be regularly inspected and maintained for the benefit of its users. There are three levels of inspection: 1. General inspection: Usual inspection of representative parts of a structure. Carried out nor more than two years after last general or principal inspection.

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Construction Specifier

JULY 4, 2022

While repairing and salvaging existing materials is generally regarded as the first choice when addressing deterioration in exterior restoration projects, replacing some amount of material is often unavoidable. Existing is the material that is currently present, original is the material used when the building was constructed.

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Lets Build

DECEMBER 2, 2022

It involves taking a quality-focused, hands-on approach to all stages and aspects of design, construction, and client relations. These are some of the issues which may require consideration over the course of a construction project: Changes in the style or quality of supplied materials. What is construction quality management?

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Construction Marketing

JUNE 14, 2021

When working on manufacturing or construction sites, safety is always a top priority. This is because they’re constantly in use to move heavy materials around the workplace. Lifting and rigging can be fatal if the tools and materials used are substandard and safety measures aren’t taken. 5) Faulty Harness.

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The Constructor

MARCH 19, 2012

Mon, 1 Oct 2012 About Jobs Connect Groups Forums Toolbar SMS Alerts RSS Feed Search The Constructor Subscribe by E-Mail to receive latest updates. It is easily cut to shape on site, and if handled and stored carefully, it can be used many times. Note the different thickness: A standard plywood thickness on site is 18mm.

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Safety Services Company

NOVEMBER 22, 2013

Each year OSHA conducts around 50,000 workplace inspections. These investigations are typically triggered by an accident at the workplace, an employee complaint or an OSHA initiated industry specific safety blitz. This material will help define the focus on an inspection, so the representative can appropriately guide the inspector.

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The Constructor

JANUARY 29, 2012

This leads to the presentation of an Information Technology IT tool for construction project safety management Total-Safety and, in particular, a module within Total-Safety designed to help construction personnel develop method statements with improved levels of hazard identification.

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Work Gearz

APRIL 29, 2022

Do you wear safety glasses while woodworking ? So it’s a must to wear safety glasses for woodwork.   Safety Glasses. Safety glasses guard your eyes from usual levels of dust and debris. Carefully inspect the glass and make sure that your glass meets ANSI’s standards.

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Lets Build

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Improved safety Modern technology can help to monitor construction sites and improve safety. Teams can easily access safety checklists on the go and identify risks to prevent incidents. Also, technology can eliminate manual processes through automation and simplify inspections using drones to enhance safety.

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Lets Build

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Improved safety Modern technology can help to monitor construction sites and improve safety. Teams can easily access safety checklists on the go and identify risks to prevent incidents. Also, technology can eliminate manual processes through automation and simplify inspections using drones to enhance safety.

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Constructonomics

JULY 15, 2011

Moving heavy loads around a work environment demands careful attention to safety. Accidents can take a hefty toll in life, limb, and material damages. A fundamental knowledge of inspection, maintenance, and operating procedures can make the difference been smooth operation and a tragic mishap. THE EQUIPMENT. THE HUMAN ELEMENT.

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The Constructor

NOVEMBER 20, 2011

Mon, 1 Oct 2012 About Jobs Connect Groups Forums Toolbar SMS Alerts RSS Feed Search The Constructor Subscribe by E-Mail to receive latest updates. times the standard deviation; and 2) 0.80 times the characteristic strength ; and the average strength of all the samples is not less than the characteristic strength plus times the standard deviation.

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The Constructor

NOVEMBER 15, 2011

IS 456-2000 has designated the concrete mixes into a number of grades as M10, M15, M20, M25, M30, M35 and M40. In this designation the letter M refers to the mix and the number to the specified 28 day cube strength of mix in N/mm2. For this reason, the minimum compressive strength has been included in many specifications.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

The Building Safety Bill is fast-approaching the UK construction sector, and promises widespread change. Although the Fire Safety Act is now in place, the Building Safety Bill is still being finalised and it may be difficult to know how to get ready. An overview of the Building Safety Bill .

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BD+C

JULY 12, 2023

0 dbarista Wed, 07/12/2023 - 13:14 Building Owners As buildings age, their structural conditions can deteriorate, causing damage and safety concerns. In order to mitigate this, it’s important to engage in the regular inspection and condition assessment of buildings for diagnosis. Environmental factors also come into play.

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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 17, 2023

Therefore, it’s equally crucial to inspect your roof so you can decide where to put the solar panels. The right racking system can be selected by design engineers, guaranteeing that the modules are securely fastened without harming your roof. . You should hire a licensed contractor for many reasons, such as to ensure safety.

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Safety Services Company

MARCH 16, 2018

How to Promote Employee Safety in the Workplace. Welcome to Safe Friday, this week we’re going to cover employee safety. On the job safety is a program of proactive participation between employers, supervisors, and employees; safety is everyone’s business. Everyone needs to be involved in company safety.

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Safety Services Company

JUNE 14, 2018

Corporate Wellness & Safety Tips. Welcome to Safe Friday, since June is National Safety Month, this week we’re going to cover the ins and outs of corporate wellness and safety. ” (Source: National Safety Council). Knowing the location of first aid, firefighting equipment, and safety devices.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

OCTOBER 23, 2018

Construction sites these days have no shortage of data: design and BIM data from the planning stages of a project, jobsite data collected by wearables, mobile devices and sensors on equipment/materials, accounting and job progress data from the office, project management data and much more. Reducing Risk and Increasing Safety.

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Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 4, 2022

Manufacturer’s schedule for routine preventive maintenance, inspections, condition monitoring (predictive tests) and adjustments required to ensure proper and economical operation and to minimize repairs. Delineate procedures for preventive maintenance, inspection, adjustment, lubrication and cleaning necessary to minimize repairs.

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Pro Builder

APRIL 29, 2022

With a top speed that’s said to be limited by the USA’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration to 9.8? To make loading materials as easy as possible, the NEXCON’s nozzle features an open hopper design and interchangeable tips, enabling users to manually inspect them and switch heads, depending on the application.

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Construction Cost Estimating

AUGUST 15, 2018

Indirect costs related to insurance, inspection and regulation are also raised significantly because of these inflated direct costs. As with cost control, the most vital decisions concerning the quality of a completed facility are taken throughout the design and planning phases in spite of construction.

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Construction Marketing

MAY 11, 2022

Cranes are essential to any major construction project, providing safe and efficient on-site transportation of heavy materials. Remember that there are different types of cranes available, and each of them are designed to be used for specific circumstances. Ensure that your crane has passed the safety standards.

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Lets Build

APRIL 21, 2023

Delays can occur due to various reasons, such as unforeseen circumstances, changes in the design or scope of work, or issues with the construction materials or equipment. Materials on site: Perform an inventory of which materials were used throughout the day and how many are still available. The solution?

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Levelset

JUNE 29, 2022

The Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) is the federal agency responsible for maintaining workplace safety across all industries. In this article, we’ll look at the top 10 violations found during OSHA inspections in 2021, the cost of OSHA violations, and how to prevent them. OSHA standards for construction.

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Fieldwire

MAY 16, 2022

From safety training and accident prevention to AR building assistance, technology does indeed belong on the drafting table and the construction site alike. With the current supply shortage driving up the costs of construction material, waste is not only inefficient but can also dissolve the profit of a job quickly.

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Safety Services Company

SEPTEMBER 24, 2013

Fire safety at work is everyone’s business. It’s important that businesses establish and implement fire safety programs and that all employees are involved. Fire safety programs should cover all vital elements such as hazard recognition, prevention, and response. Use these fire safety basics to get you started.

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The Constructor

NOVEMBER 15, 2011

All of these elements are used by interior designers to develop a functional, safe, and aesthetically pleasing space for a building’s user. The work of an interior designer draws upon many disciplines including environmental psychology, architecture, product design, and traditional decoration (aesthetics and cosmetics).

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Safety Services Company

SEPTEMBER 6, 2013

The proposed changes to the asbestos standard, Section 20.112 of the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation, are designed to clarify the responsibilities of employers, owners, and abatement contractors. of the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation, outline the requirements for positioning and use of portable ladders.

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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. Lawmakers Push for Innovative Materials in National Infrastructure. Need a Quick Inspection of a 58-Story Tower? Send a Drone.

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Safety Services Company

SEPTEMBER 24, 2013

Fire safety at work is everyone’s business. It’s important that businesses establish and implement fire safety programs and that all employees are involved. Fire safety programs should cover all vital elements such as hazard recognition, prevention, and response. Use these fire safety basics to get you started.

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Safety Services Company

AUGUST 12, 2013

Training provides employees with knowledge that becomes the first step towards preventing safety hazards. A challenge for employee training is simply reading and/or listening to safety training may make for an unengaged learner. When possible, implement safety training programs that are interactive and hands-on.

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Lets Build

APRIL 15, 2020

Technically, the Project Management Institute (PMI) defines project management as “the art of directing and coordinating human and material resources throughout the life of a project by using modern management techniques to achieve predetermined objectives of scope, cost, time, quality, and participating objectives.” The process.

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Pro Builder

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Homebuilding is no longer exclusively about materials or land, but instead, how all the pieces fit together within an overarching puzzle. Surprisingly, we discovered that by making some adjustments to not only the materials used, but how we purchase and inventory them, our bottom line was positively impacted, too.

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The Constructor

MARCH 19, 2012

Formwork is made from expensive materials, and requires great skill and experience in its manufactures. Its importance is evident when you consider that the cost of fabrication, erecting and striking the formwork, often exceeds the cost of the concrete it is designed to shape and support.

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GCP Applied Technologies

DECEMBER 11, 2018

Consider maintenance issues in the building design phase. Ensuring the longevity of the warehouse structure and reducing maintenance costs starts with the building design phase. When choosing materials, keep maintenance costs in mind. Or even worse, safety issues could impact the property and staff.

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