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Top OSHA Violations in Construction (2021)

Levelset

In this article, we’ll look at the top 10 violations found during OSHA inspections in 2021, the cost of OSHA violations, and how to prevent them. OSHA averages more than 30,000 inspections annually , including many unscheduled visits arising from employee complaints or injuries. Citations: 5,465 Inspections: 5,327 Penalties: $28.8

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Construction Jobsite Safety: Strategies and Resources for Worker Well-Being

Pro Builder

Residential construction workers also are far more prone than their commercial counterparts to incur nonfatal injuries , such as cuts, strains, bruises, and fractures, many of which require days away from work (usually without pay) to recover. Request OSHA pre-inspections for every new jobsite. Photo: saravut / stock.adobe.com.

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New Maryland Real Estate Laws from the 2020 Legislative Session

Green Building Law Update

The Secretary of Labor must report to the Senate Finance Committee and the House Economic Matters Committee by January 1, 2021, and January 1, 2022, on the status of how elevator inspections are being conducted in accordance with the Act. Senate Bill 170/House Bill 241 (Chs. Home Builders.

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California Imposes Additional Liability on Architects

Construction Lawyer

In a recent case, Beacon Residential Community Association v. The defendant architects provided architectural and engineering services for The Beacon residential condominiums, a collection of 595 condominium units and associated common areas located in San Francisco. The court reviewed prior cases, including Biakanja v.

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What Is Building Valuation | Purposes of Building Valuation | Building Valuation Methods

CivilJungle

If the exact age is not known of a building then professionals must be hired to inspect the building and the probable age of the house. In such cases compensation is paid to the owner of the property. In the case of acquiring a building, the owner is to be paid some compensation. Valuation of Residential Building.

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How to Start a Career in Construction

Autodesk Construction Cloud

The good news: The role compensates well and offers excellent growth potential. In the construction industry, typically, plumbers install and repair water supply lines, waste disposal systems, appliances, and fixtures for residential, commercial, and even industrial projects. The median salary for project managers is $97,180 annually.

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A Primer on MasterFormat & Improving Construction Project Collaboration

Building Information Management

00 45 26 Workers Compensation Certificate Schedule. 01 21 19 Testing and Inspecting Allowances. 01 43 26 Testing and Inspecting Agency Qualifications. 01 45 23 Testing and Inspecting Services. 01 45 26 Plant Inspection Procedures. 01 45 33 Code-Required Special Inspections and Procedures. Requirements.