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FTC Warning about Green Certification Seals

Green Building Law Update

Three weeks ago the Federal Trade Commission sent warning letters to 5 providers of environmental certification seals and 32 businesses using those green seals, alerting them to the Agency’s concerns that the seals could be considered deceptive in violation of federal law. The FTC enforces the Federal Trade Commission Act, 15 U.S.C. §

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New RESNET Label Provides Home Energy-Efficiency Ratings and Certifications Info

Pro Builder

The label provides information about the home’s ratings and certifications, including: HERS Index score HERSH2O Index score RESNET Carbon Index score U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and U.S. The label is available within 48 hours after the home is submitted to the registry and can be downloaded from RESNET’s public search page.

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Essential Reasons Why Everyone Should Be Certified in Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design

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Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design is a certification that aids in improving building performance and reduces the impact on the environment. LEED certification verification means a building has been designed and constructed using strategies to improve performance across all metrics under LEED’s five main categories.

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OSHA Updates Certification Requirements for Crane Operators

Construction Equipment

Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has issued guidance on how to comply with crane operator certification requirements until the new final rule becomes effective. The final rule refers to OSHA’s updating of the standard for cranes and derricks in…

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OSHA Certification

Safety Services Company

OSHA CERTIFICATION 10 VS. 30 HOUR. Welcome to Safe Friday, this week we’re going continue to cover the ins and outs of OSHA certification. This week, we’re going cover the basics of 10- and 30-hour OSHA certification. But don’t forget, OSHA certification is an investment. For starters, the 3-hour course is costlier.

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Key Factors for Choosing a National Commercial Construction General Contractor

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Consider their portfolio, relevant qualifications, certifications, and familiarity with industry-specific requirements and regulations. Review their safety record, certifications, training programs, and safety protocols to ensure they prioritize the well-being of workers and adhere to occupational health and safety regulations.

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Best K-12 Education - Against the Current Career Academy

ENR Construction

The certificate-granting academy’s name references the Omaha Tribe, known as “the ones who go against the current,” many of whose members live on the reservation where the school is located.

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