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Black market sales of OSHA training certifications plague New York City construction industry

BD+C

Amid a building boom, New York City has experienced a rash of black market sales of fake OSHA safety certifications. The practice of selling fake cards has become so prevalent that officials from multiple agencies have started a new task force to get the fake cards off the streets and make sure workers get training.

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SANY SCC8300 Gains New York City Approval

Construction Equipment

The SANY SCC8300 crawler crane has been certified for operation by the New York City Department of Buildings. This achievement opens the New York City market to the SANY SCC8300,” said Kyle Nape, senior vice president of the Lifting Group. New York has the most rigorous standards for crane operation.”.

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Judge Orders New York City Condo Tower to Chop Up To 20 Floors

ENR Construction

Developers' attorney claims the court ruling, which cites zoning irregularities in nearly done project, could invalidate certificates of occupancy for 20 city buildings.

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Avian-friendly glass: A clear and present solution for birds

Construction Specifier

Significant change is coming to new construction projects in New York City. Last December, the city lawmakers adopted legislation requiring bird-friendly glass on new construction and all major renovations. New York City is not alone. The stakes.

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Fannie Mae Interest Rate Break on Green Building

Green Building Law Update

The exciting news in residential green building is that the Federal National Mortgage Association, commonly known as Fannie Mae, is providing incentives, including lower interest rates for multifamily properties with a green building certification. The property must possess a valid, current third party green building certification.

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On the Scene: Mentoring Women in Real Estate; Upcoming Events

ENR Construction

The Fordham Real Estate Institute, a continuing education program at Fordham University, New York City, which offers graduate certifications in construction management and real estate development, presented CEO + 1—a Nov.

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Making the Dean’s List

Contractor Magazine

campus has earned United States Green Building Council (USGBC) LEED Platinum certification, the first City University of New York (CUNY) and university-level teaching and research facility in New York City to be awarded this certification. Science Hall facility at Lehman College’s Bronx, N.Y.