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Hazardous Waste Management: How Environmental Consulting Can Help

Construction Marketing

Compliance with Regulations Different industries are required to comply with different sets of environmental regulations. These regulations mandate that industries conduct regular monitoring, impact analysis, and other assessments for proper waste disposal.

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Effective Marketing For Diverse Construction Job Categories

Construction Marketing

Architects Design and plan construction projects, considering both aesthetic and functional aspects. Engineers (Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical) Civil engineers focus on the design and maintenance of infrastructure. Structural engineers design and analyze structures for stability and safety.

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U.S. appeals court rules against OSHA on machine guards

FDR Safety

A federal appeals court has ruled against OSHA in a case stemming from a fatal accident involving a lathe at a manufacturing plant, saying that the agency’s interpretation of its regulations on machine guards “strains a common sense reading.”. The accident at a Loren Cook Co. The 8th U.S.

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State of the Construction Industry: April Roundup

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Owners of existing buildings that do not comply with new regulations could face fines of $1 million or more. That said, banning certain types of materials could drive contractors’ costs up and limit design and build options. The April 2019 crane accident that killed four will put a renewed focus on crane safety.

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PPE Products for Increased Jobsite Safety

Pro Builder

To prevent accidents and mitigate injuries on the jobsite, the Occupational Safety Health Agency (OSHA) regulations and personal protective equipment (PPE) standards are evolving , and manufacturers of workplace safety gear are responding with new and improved designs for hard hats , work gloves, and more.

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Some useful tips on quality control and safety in construction

Construction Cost Estimating

Accidents throughout the construction process can also lead to personal injuries and greater costs. Indirect costs related to insurance, inspection and regulation are also raised significantly because of these inflated direct costs. The construction cost is raised and construction delays occur.

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Top 5 Challenges for Construction Project Managers

Fieldwire

There are also challenges that come from outside of the project such as government regulations and weather issues. Time management A lot of stakeholders perceive time constraints as among the biggest issues that result in defective designs, high rates of accidents, and loss in revenue.