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How the Pandemic Will Shape the Future of Off-Site Residential Construction

Pro Builder

For example, factory environments support social distancing practices, since workers remain in controlled, stationed zones. This approach also reduces the risk of accidents that workers typically face on traditional jobsites, such as traffic accidents, falling from heights, and trench cave-ins. Photo: courtesy Katerra.

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Policy Of Cranes and Derricks near Power Lines to Stay until Rule Can Be Changed

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This enforcement policy is effective April 30, 2014 and will continue until further notice. Insulating link/device use under 1926.1410 power line safety (all voltages) equipment operations closer than the Table A zone. 2014 Interpretations. Here is what has been released in 2014: Cranes and Derricks Near Power Lines.

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Best Carbon Fiber Hard Hat for Work

Work Gearz

2014 requirements for Type 1, Class C. 2014 safety standards for type I, class C hard hats. 2014 safety standards for type I, class C hard hats. 2014, Cert. 1-2014 requirements for type 1 Class G & C, or C. Meets ANSI Z89.1-2014 Check on Amazon. -->. The hat meets ANSI Z89.1-2014 Lightweight with EVA foam.

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IPAF to Display Lift Safety Zone

Construction Equipment

IPAF will display a Lift Safety Zone in the Gold Lot #1817 at the CONEXPO-CON/AGG show, March 4 to 8, 2014 in Las Vegas. This draws on data from IPAF’s accident reporting project which indicates that electrocutions are the single largest cause of fatalities to AWP operators in the U.S.'

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The Best Hard Hat for Electricians

Work Gearz

2014 (Class G) Compliant, provides dielectric protection up to 2,200 volts. 1-2014 requirements for type 1 Class G & C, or C. This type of hard hat can be used by electricians in work zones that have voltage levels up to 2,200 volts. ANSI/CSA Type I Compliant, Protects from vertical impacts and penetrations. ANSI/ISEA Z89.1-2014

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Distracted Driving

Safety Services Company

In 2014, 3,179 people were killed and 431,000 people were injured because of a distraction-related accident, with texting being the major cause of distraction. Texting and driving makes vehicle accidents 23 times more likely to occur. Distracted driving is a big issue on today’s roadways.

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Industry Focus: Logistics – Going With The Flow

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

From the March/April 2014 issue. The Midwest Inland Port is served by a Foreign Trade Zone and provides local Customs Clearing, features that are being enhanced to provide a more robust set of service offerings. In 2011, New Mexico created a six-mile overweight cargo zone around the Santa Teresa port-of-entry.