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10 Construction Certifications and Where to Get Them

CivilJungle

Introduction of Construction Certifications . Certification can be a huge addition to a construction worker’s resume, as it tells an employer that you’re serious about keeping your qualifications and experience updated. Beyond the possible career development opportunities, certifications are needed in certain cases.

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An SBA Public Service Announcement: If You See Something, Say Something

Federal Construction Contracting Blog

On August 8, 2023, the VA issued an RFQ for boiler plant safety device testing, calibration and inspection for one of its facilities in Arizona. Department of Veterans Affairs (the VA) contract, learned the hard way that a contractor simply cannot ignore a size protest, regardless of its actual merit.

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What Are the Things Every Construction and Tradie Business Needs To Succeed?

Construction Marketing

Finally, make sure to consistently monitor income and spending in order to stay on top of the situation. It’s also important to recognize that different projects may require particular certifications and qualifications before they can get started.

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High-performance air- and water-resistive barriers deliver improved sustainability

Construction Specifier

By minimizing the uncontrolled exchange of indoor and outdoor air, the need for conditioning the incoming air is reduced, leading to energy savings. A tighter building envelope reduces drafts, cold spots, and heat loss, enhancing occupant comfort and safety by minimizing temperature variations and improving overall thermal performance.

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Getting Older Homes Up to Snuff for Energy Efficiency

Pro Builder

New RESNET Label Provides Home Energy-Efficiency Ratings and Certifications Info Energy Retrofits Offer a Practical Way for the Remodeling Sector to Practice Sustainability Wider Ramifications of Older Homes That Aren't Energy Efficient And the stakes are higher than just energy use and costs or greenhouse gas emissions.

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Subcontractor Insurance: 7 Policies Subs Should Consider for Their Business

Levelset

Project owners or GCs will want a certificate of insurance proving that you have your own liability insurance. . It helps your workers replace income if they are injured on the job. It serves as an additional safety net for businesses in the event of a large claim. Workers compensation insurance.

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Life Science Building Design & Construction: 5 Considerations for Success

Stok

As the International Institute for Sustainable Laboratories (I2SL) puts it, “The challenge for architects, engineers, and other building professionals is to design and construct the next generation of laboratories to address both sustainable construction practices and contemporary standards of comfort, security, and safety.”.

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