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Top 5 Mistakes Contractors Make during the Prequalification Process and How to Fix Them

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Prequalification can ensure contractors are capable, insured, and able to meet all the complex safety and performance requirements. Contractors are required to provide documentation such as: Financial statements Insurance certificates Safety plans Licensing information Training logs And more!

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Top OSHA Violations in Construction (2021)

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Along with other construction laws , OSHA regulations seek to protect everyone working in the construction industry. While those two standards are the most commonly cited on construction jobsites, OSHA can issue a citation for a violation of any of its full list of regulations. Workers’ compensation insurance. Compliance cost.

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Managing noise in healthcare spaces with fusion-bonded resilient flooring

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The World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines call for continuous background noise in hospital patient rooms to remain at or below 35 dB(A) during the day and 30 dB(A) at night, with nighttime peaks no higher than 40 dB(A) (for more information, consult the WHO’s guidelines for community noise). A 2005 study examining U.S.

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Who Needs OSHA 10 Training vs OSHA 30 Training?

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It’s appealing to hiring companies, insurance providers, and other key stakeholders who want to see low incident rates. And while there are general guidelines and minimum requirements for what each class must include, trainers are allowed to tailor the topics based on the specific needs of their audience. OSHA 10 Training.

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Britain’s biggest holiday letting firms are reported to the competition regulator by Which? over concerns they are denying customers coronavirus refunds

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Some of Britain’s biggest holiday lettings firms have been reported to the competition regulator after an investigation raised concerns they could be using unfair contract terms to deny customers refunds for cancellations. The post Britain’s biggest holiday letting firms are reported to the competition regulator by Which?

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Is The Nailed! Blog “Nailing” Companies Before A Fair Investigation?

Construction Law Monitor

The blog focuses on fraud prevention and compliance with L&I regulations. The blog is called “Nailed,” and it’s sending a message to its regulated industries that it will be nailing those not in compliance. It’s not shy about it’s goal. So, what will come next in the story?

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Construction Cost Estimating Blog: Permits & Building Codes for.

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Building codes represent a set of regulations which state the minimum conditions necessary to safeguard life, safety and protect the public welfare through regulating the design, construction practices, construction material quality (including fire performance) location, occupancy, and maintenance of buildings and structures.

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