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OSHA Alert: How to Prepare for an OSHA Inspection

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The most important step to take before an OSHA inspection even takes place is selecting a company representative. The company representative is the individual charged with representing the company’s interests during an OSHA inspection. Determining the type of inspection being conducted and the intended scope.

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DoD FSRM, BUILDER SMS and the LEGACY of Wasteful Politics

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private interest sued the United States as a “bid protest to challenge the decision of the Department of Defense (“DOD”) to standardize its facility condition assessment needs through the Sustainment Management System (“SMS”)”2 2014: NNSA implements BUILDER with two pilots (Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory and Pantex Plant) 1 S.

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Exactly How Does a Safety Manual Protect Your Company In an Inspection?

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During an inspection, the inspector will ask for the written safety policy and all documentation of training, inspections and discipline. This documentation becomes important after the inspection, when a company can challenge or attempt to mitigate any possible penalties. Do you inspect the worksite and enforce the policy?

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Recladding Multi-Family Buildings: Why And When?

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Durability and longevity : Quality cladding acts as a defense against wear and tear, prolonging the life of the building. Assessment Before anything, conduct a thorough inspection to gauge the extent of damage and the type of recladding required. However, with the right expertise and team, the process can be seamless.

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Drone Technology Improves Infrastructure Inspections

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W hat began as a school project has turned into an exciting career for the founders of SkySpecs , an Ann Arbor-based startup that provides drone technology for the inspection of infrastructure projects, such as wind turbines, cell towers, power transmission towers, and eventually bridges. “It DannyEllisSkySpecs.

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Apply to be a Member of the ASHRAE Committee for Standard 189.1

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Department of Defense, the largest owner of buildings in North America, that is also the owner or more green building and more LEED certified building than anyone else, uses a variant of ASHRAE 189.1-2009. Since 2013, the Department of Defense has used UFC 1-200-02 High Performance And Sustainable Building Requirement. ASHRAE 189.1

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4 Signs Of A Roof That Needs Replacing

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It’s your first line of defense against natural elements. Plus, not all homeowners have the luxury of time to get on their ladders and closely inspect the roof. Make sure to cover all areas during inspection, especially the ones with the nails. Once you’re there, turn off the lights and inspect your roof.