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It is Settled. The Wind Blows in Prattsburgh.

Green Building Law Update

In March 2009, Ecogen was advised in writing by the Prattsburgh Code Enforcement Officer that “no building permit [could] be required by the Town for [petitioners’ proposed wind energy project]” as “[t]here are no Town laws or ordinances which prevent [petitioners] from proceeding with construction.” 12/27/2013).

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Revit OpEd: Revit 2013 - Sunshine

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Revit 2013 - Sunshine. If we advance a single frame at a time it permits us to capture a view with the sun in the view, like this. Its was a happy accident that I couldnt replicate here. Labels: Image , Revit 2013 , Visualization. Revit 2013 - Sunshine. Revit 2013 - View References. Revit 2013 Materials.

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#8 Lockout Tagout (LOTO): Examining Top OSHA Violations of 2013

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General Industry Regulation 1910.147, The Control of Hazardous Energy – better known as Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) – was the seventh most violated standard in 2013 with 3,254, more than twice as many as in 2012 (1,572). A Work Authorization Permit is a way to comply with the LOTO provisions if included in the written procedures.

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#10 Machine Guarding: Examining Top OSHA Violations of 2013

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It is a broad enough topic that it netted 2,704 violations in 2013, good enough to round out the top 10 list. Handtools must permit easy handling of material without the operator placing a hand in the danger zone. Check with us every Wednesday for the rest of the year as we understand the Top 10 OSHA Violations for 2013.

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Illinois adds to ban on driving and cellphone usage

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Illinois enacted two pieces of legislation on January, 1 2013 to reduce distractions caused by cellphone use while driving. Previously, Illinois law prohibited texting while driving for all vehicles, but cell phones were permitted. Voice activated use of cell phone was permitted prior to this change.

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STATE FOCUS: Lassoing Jobs In Texas

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From the September/October 2013 issue. This isn’t an accident. Through the end of January 2013, the TETF has allocated more than $200 million in funds to 140 early stage companies, and $216 million in grant matching and research superiority funds to Texas universities. Credit: Lubbock EDA.). By Shana Daley .

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Industry Focus: Logistics – Going With The Flow

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Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Hours of Service (HOS) rule that went into effect on July 1, 2013 could create a reduction in industry productivity, projecting the need for another 100,000 drivers without an increase in shipping volume. Subsequently, the U.S.