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Is Gravity Part of OSHA’s LOTO Regulation?

FDR Safety

In some cases OSHA is involved and in others, there is a civil suit alleging tort liability. Imagine being held to a legal liability for trying to foresee and manage every service or maintenance task where a falling part could injure a worker. As part of your documented training, remind them… GRAVITY WINS. What can we do?

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Is Gravity Part of OSHA’s LOTO Regulation?

FDR Safety

In some cases OSHA is involved and in others, there is a civil suit alleging tort liability. Imagine being held to a legal liability for trying to foresee and manage every service or maintenance task where a falling part could injure a worker. As part of your documented training, remind them… GRAVITY WINS. What can we do?

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What Certifications Does A Crane Need To Operate On Construction Sites?

Construction Marketing

A solid commitment to safety can help reduce legal liabilities resulting from accidents or non-compliance with safety regulations. Certifications exhibit adherence to industry standards and regulations, such as those set by Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

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Financial regulator on trail of Carillion

Construction Law

Big Four’ auditor KMPG admitted falsifying documents and providing false and misleading information relating to inquiries being made concerning Carillion and has been fined £14.4 It could have been worse, as KPMG was given a ‘discount’ of some £6 Million for cooperating with the regulator’s inquiry. Million; costs of £3.95 Million. ‘Big

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Contractor Management and Prequalification: Why Are They Necessary?

Safety Services Company

Avoiding Legal Issues Hiring clients hire a licensed contractor to save themselves from legal liabilities and low-quality work. Unlicensed contractors do not have the necessary documentation to prove their skills. Businesses strive to find safe, compliant, and high-performing contractors for a number of reasons: 1.

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PFOA Contamination is Found in 49 States

Green Building Law Update

Adverse health impacts from PFOA are being policed by the marketplace and enforced by the rule of law through these common law state tort liability suits. producer to for the first time share all documentation related to PFOA. And many more people are expected to seek judicial redress in the coming years. has been cut dramatically.

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Construction quality management: Everything you need to know

Lets Build

It’s a curious paradox that few industries are as tightly regulated and controlled as the construction sector, yet at the same time, few industries are as vulnerable to unexpected events. A construction quality management plan should be drafted as a standard document, to be applied to all future projects. Creating a plan.