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Maryland is First State to Legislate Permitted Use of PFAS

Green Building Law Update

actually 3 separate bills) expressly permitting PFAS (. The Department of Defense has identified 15 bases in Maryland “known to have releases of PFAS.” This law firm has been advising and counseling clients in PFAS related matters since 2009. It passed legislation (. perfluoroalkyl chemicals)?!

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New Department of Defense Policy Accepts Green Globes

Green Building Law Update

In a tectonic shift in government policy, the Department of Defense will now permit the use of both the Green Building Initiatives’ Green Globes and U.S. The new “Department of Defense Sustainable Building Policy” supersedes the October 25, 2010 policy that authorized only LEED. On October 25, 2013, the U.S.

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#80: Transitioning to the New Building Codes

NH Construction Law

As of this writing, very few towns and cities have posted any guidance on how they will handle plans and applications already submitted to building code officials for approval under the 2009 versions. ”) Others will continue to apply 2009 codes to pre-September 15 applications. Section 107.3.2 But don’t count on it.

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LEAN OpenJOC(TM) Job Order Contracting for Sustainable Facilities Repair, Renovation, and Minor New Construction

Job Order Contracting

The primary advantage of JOC has historically been is the flexibility permitted in ordered quantities and delivery scheduling. A public agency can place orders with one or more contractors when the actual need appears and received on-demand services from a vetted service provider. Office of the Assistance Secretary of Defense.

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Feature Story: Aiming For The Top In Utah

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

Herbert became Utah’s chief executive in 2009 when Gov. That was a pretty bold, audacious goal in 2009 and yet we see that literally being fulfilled,” Herbert told Business Facilities in an exclusive interview. A focus of his effort has been to expedite the federal permitting process for energy development on public land.

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Best Hearing Protection for Chainsaw Use

Work Gearz

Our top overall choice is Decibel Defense Professional Safety Earmuffs because we appreciated the NRR of 37 dB. Decibel Defense Professional Safety Earmuffs Earmuffs 37 dB Many color options, Padded, foldable Plastic, metal, foam. Decibel Defense Professional Safety Earmuffs. Comparison of Top Chainsaw Hearing Protectors.

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5 Best Hearing Protection Earmuffs for Lawn Mowing

Work Gearz

Our top choice is Decibel Defense Professional Safety Earmuffs because of their NRR of 37dB, and the comfort they offer for long hot days spent in the company of sun and sound. Decibel Defense 37dB Adjustable Padded cell design Foldable, compact, many colors options. Decibel Defense Professional Safety Earmuffs.