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Phase l Environmental Site Assessment Standard Being Revised

Green Building Law Update

Task Group, after more than a year of work, has balloted a draft revised standard and results are expected as early as next week. The new definition is explained in an appendix. 9601) and petroleum products.” Importantly, the ASTM E1527 is recognized by the U.S. The ASTM E50.02

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Top OSHA Violations in Construction (2021)

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The much bigger cause for financial concern is workers’ compensation insurance. Workers’ compensation insurance. Because construction is a dangerous industry, workers’ compensation insurance is expensive even without an OSHA violation on your record.

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Professional Liability Insurance Explained

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For example, a professional liability policy for plumbers may have different coverages and exceptions than a policy drafted for a mason, since the two trades perform different services. While insurance costs may seem burdensome to many contracting businesses, the protection from damaging lawsuits and hefty settlements is ultimately worth it.

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Errors and Omissions (E&O) Insurance Explained for Construction?

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For example, an E&O policy for electricians may have different coverages and exceptions than a policy drafted for a roofer, since the two trades perform different services. Professional liability insurance can provide important additional coverage by handling claims of financial loss related to contracting services.

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What are Simplified Acquisition of Base Engineer Requirements (SABER)

Building Information Management

Definitions. The level of architectural/drafting support performed by the contractor (not to be interpreted to mean A-E services); 3.5.3.1.6. Definition and refinement of requirements; 3.6.2.4. SABER contract generally means a fixed-price, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (ID/IQ) contract. Site access; 3.6.2.2.

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Facilities Maintenance Checklist and Procedures

Job Order Contracting

This classification applies only to those fences and gates where a definite need exists for this type of maintenance to be performed. Draft regulators require slightly negative pressure in the combustion chamber at maximum input. Draft regulators require slightly negative pressure in the combustion chamber at maximum input.

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State by State Incentives Guide

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

Program regulations are currently being drafted to include the expanded definition for “Advanced Manufacturers.” Participating companies are compensated by being able to reduce their federal income tax liability with a tax credit between $1,200 and $9,000 per qualified employee, depending on the target group.

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