Autodesk Construction Cloud

APRIL 26, 2022

There’s no doubt about it: safety matters. While nothing beats a combination of training, safety culture, and leadership buy-in, innovation is playing an increasingly important role on- and off-site. . Technology has advanced significantly in recent years in the realm of construction safety. Machine Learning and AI.

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BD+C

JULY 20, 2023

Passing Marks: Transferring Safer School Design to Other Applications 1 kcichowicz Thu, 07/20/2023 - 08:43 The benefits of safer school design can improve the safety and security of more general-use projects—especially with the use of passive protection. These concerns can inform designers in areas other than the classroom.

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Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 14, 2022

Design and build costs represent only a fraction of the total cost of a building. Life-safety, financial stability, environmental impact, and the ability to support the organizational mission are all dependent upon efficient life-cycle management of the built environment. Request the full list here.

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 8, 2022

In early 2018, RDG Planning & Design and its partner firms began design work to replace an existing, nearly 50-year-old Healthcare Facility on the Shell Point Retirement Community campus (a CONTINUING CARE RETIREMENT COMMUNITY [CCRC]) in Ft. Designing within these constraints proved difficult, but not impossible. By David L.

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BD+C

MARCH 26, 2024

Safeguarding our schools: Strategies to protect students and keep campuses safe 0 qpurcell Tue, 03/26/2024 - 08:03 Security and Life Safety HMC Architects' PreK-12 Principal in Charge, Sherry Sajadpour, shares insights from school security experts and advisors on PreK-12 design strategies. A few key considerations include: 1.

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The Constructor

AUGUST 25, 2022

Pool tiles are special tiles designed and manufactured to meet the durability, aesthetic, and maintenance requirements of wet outdoor environments. They not only improve the beauty of the pool but also affect its safety, durability, and maintenance requirements.

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BD+C

MARCH 27, 2021

The Covid-19 pandemic has presented a whole new set of problems, questions, and concerns for multifamily designers and owners looking to attract residents while reassuring them of the safety and comfort of their carefully curated residential environments.

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BD+C

MARCH 24, 2023

School Safety is In the Making 1 kcichowicz Fri, 03/24/2023 - 10:24 Designing safer schools may involve providing protection where multiple life-safety threats overlap. But these are not the only worries students, teachers and parents have when it comes to school building design. So how can schools be made safer?

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Safety Services Company

JANUARY 26, 2024

This figure reveals a potential gap in safety and compliance procedures within contractor management. They advise that portable heaters be UL-approved, having gone through rigorous safety testing. Flammable materials and chemicals can raise grave safety concerns if not stored sufficiently.

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BD+C

APRIL 27, 2023

Passing The Test for Safer School Design 1 kcichowicz Thu, 04/27/2023 - 09:59 Knowing testing protocols can help us understand how to better provide protection in areas that need to address multiple types of life safety threats. There are best-practice guidelines for designing safer schools, which are a great starting point.

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Safti First

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Style Meets Safety with Fire Rated Glass Fences Learn more about the many features and benefits of SAFTIFENCE by SAFTI FIRST by watching this video. From a design standpoint, “SAFTI FENCE ” offers unobstructed views with a solid, continuous and transparent barrier. These options provide safety and design flexibility.

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Pro Builder

JANUARY 4, 2022

Wellness Design Trends Take Center Stage Ahead of 2022. Americans are retreating back inside their homes due to the emergence of yet another wave of COVID-19, and as a result, more homeowners are focusing on macro design details centered around safety, accessibility, functionality, and health, according to Forbes. Healthy Homes.

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BD+C

APRIL 11, 2024

The just cause in behavioral health design: Make it right 0 qpurcell Thu, 04/11/2024 - 08:42 Healthcare Facilities NAC Architecture shares strategies for approaching behavioral health design collaboratively and thoughtfully, rather than simply applying a set of blanket rules.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 14, 2022

Construction safety is essential for a project to go smoothly and, more importantly, get crews home safe. Good construction safety software can make a significant difference in the level of safety at your construction site. What is Construction Safety Management Software? .

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Stok

JULY 15, 2020

Here, we’ll dive into the new WELL Health-Safety Rating and LEED Safety First pilot credits —along with a nod to Arc’s Re-Entry tool —to help familiarize project practitioners with their rating system-aligned options for building re-entry and the post-pandemic built environment. WELL Health-Safety Rating. Who should care?

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Construction Marketing

MAY 17, 2023

Due to the quick adoption of new tools and technologies, keeping competitive and being successful in the current environment of the construction industry are now closely related to implementing technological innovations. Safety and Risk Management Safety and risk management are paramount in the construction industry.

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Construction Marketing

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

In multi-family buildings, it acts as a protective shield against the elements, ensuring both the structure’s integrity and the safety of its residents. Here’s why it’s essential: Safety first : Cladding acts as a barrier against environmental factors like rain, wind, and extreme temperatures.

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BD+C

JUNE 12, 2023

Building Perimeters are Only One Layer in Safe School Design 1 kcichowicz Mon, 06/12/2023 - 09:23 Hardening entryways and exterior windows is a step toward safer school design. While these updates to state building codes can contribute to safer school design, they are just one layer within those guidelines.

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BD+C

MAY 25, 2023

Safety AND Security: The Importance of Component Compatibility 1 kcichowicz Thu, 05/25/2023 - 09:31 With proposed and passed laws, it’s important lawmakers and building professionals acknowledge the interplay between fire safety and building security. How can model code changes help ensure safer school design?

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Work Gearz

OCTOBER 3, 2022

Choosing prescription safety glasses for work can be confusing. The basic question seems simple enough – to pick the best set of safety glasses shouldn’t be that hard, should it? But there are many different options and features available in prescription safety glasses which makes it difficult to select the right one.

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Safety Services Company

JULY 22, 2019

Process Safety vs. Personal Safety. For anyone working in safety or in a high-risk industry such as a refinery or manufacturing plant, you’re probably heard the term process safety. In several key ways, process safety is different from occupational health and safety, so why should you know the difference?

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Green Building Law Update

APRIL 2, 2017

I spoke to a gathering of construction industry attorneys the other day about that t he changing environment of Federal government regulation portends huge business opportunities for green building. This blog post is my prepared remarks for that talk. Billion for the Environmental Protection Agency, a reduction of $2.6

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Work Gearz

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

Any of the above mentioned hazards can be fatal if proper precautions are not taken at the right time and I am here today with this article to make you aware about all the construction related hazards and safety tips on how to prevent them. Use safety harness for fall prevention from the heights.

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BD+C

DECEMBER 18, 2023

The impacts of affordability, remote work, and personal safety on urban life 0 qpurcell Mon, 12/18/2023 - 10:06 Urban Planning Data from Gensler's City Pulse Survey shows that although people are satisfied with their city's experience, it may not be enough. They are also 1.5x more likely to say that their city provides a great experience.

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Work Gearz

JULY 13, 2021

Safety glasses are useful for work or recreational activities. Safety glasses are designed to protect the eyes from chemicals during cleaning or from debris during working. Good safety glasses can be pricey which is why many people try to buy well-made ones that can be used over and over again.

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Construction Specifier

DECEMBER 8, 2023

It was not until the mid-20 th century—as public awareness of the need for stricter occupational health and safety guidelines grew—that the requirement to preserve it garnered widespread support. The post Exploring how sound and noise impact well-being in office design appeared first on Construction Specifier. 2 In the U.S.,

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Construction Specifier

DECEMBER 8, 2023

It was not until the mid-20 th century—as public awareness of the need for stricter occupational health and safety guidelines grew—that the requirement to preserve it garnered widespread support. The post Exploring how sound and noise impact wellbeing in office design appeared first on Construction Specifier. 2 In the U.S.,

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Work Gearz

OCTOBER 8, 2021

Whether you require glasses for your weak eyesight or for the safety of your eyes at work, you don’t want to compromise on the most delicate part of your body. . Safety glasses and regular glasses are not the same thing. On the job or at home, safety glasses are designed to give the best protection for your eyes.

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BD+C

JANUARY 24, 2020

In designing a women’s shelter with my team—the Green Haven Shelter for Women in Orillia, Ontario—I quickly realized the potential impact the built environment can have on the well-being of survivors of abuse. In reality, a shelter needs to be much more than a roof over your head.

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Work Gearz

MAY 22, 2021

If you work with cars or with other types of machinery that require a mechanic, you may be working with things that are in motion and consequentially safety measures become a priority. A good pair of safety glasses can make all the difference in protecting your vision long term. . Comparison of Top Safety Glasses for Mechanics.

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Work Gearz

JANUARY 15, 2022

If you regularly use an angle grinder, cut metal with both a plasma cutter or an Oxy-Acetylene torch, depending on project needs, you know firsthand just how important safety glasses are. We decided it was time for an update and set out to find the best pair of safety glasses for metal work at a reasonable price. safety requirements.

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 9, 2022

The past two years have demonstrated how critical the need is for employers to ensure a safe and healthy work environment for its staff. As a result, a critical part of re-entry is for employers to prove they are providing a safe, healthy indoor environment to meet occupants’ ongoing needs now and for the long-term.

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Constructonomics

OCTOBER 8, 2012

When it comes to measuring the success of a hospital building design , it’s to little surprise that strides are typically attributed to the doctors and nurses and the equipment and medicines available. Safety first. Finally, the environment needs to be calming. Finally, the environment needs to be calming.

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Construction Equipment

AUGUST 1, 2017

While traditional style hard hats for construction workers are better than nothing, doesn't it make better sense to wear purpose-designed headgear that does a far better job of protecting the worker in a dangerous work environment?

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 21, 2022

The way UK construction companies approach quality and safety will change significantly with the Building Safety Bill ( now known as the Building Safety Act ). Here we share a simple checklist to help with getting ready for the Building Safety Bill and putting the technology you need in place. Download it for free here.

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Work Gearz

MARCH 24, 2021

Safety glasses will prevent any wood dust or particles from coming in contact with your eyes and doing damage. We contacted a great group of professional carpenters and woodworkers to get the lowdown on what makes a great pair of safety glasses for this profession. Dewalt DPG82-11 CTR Safety Goggle Polycarbonate Rubber 99.9%

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Green Building Law Update

APRIL 2, 2017

I spoke to a gathering of construction industry attorneys the other day about changing environment of Federal government regulation portending huge business opportunities for green building. These were my prepared remarks for that talk. Green building can save the planet. To the contrary, President Donald J. TRACI lead us to LEED.

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