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INSPECTION OF A BRIDGE STRUCTURE - The Constructor

The Constructor

Hence, the bridge must be regularly inspected and maintained for the benefit of its users. There are three levels of inspection: 1. General inspection: Usual inspection of representative parts of a structure. General inspection: Usual inspection of representative parts of a structure.

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JOC Program Line-item Estimating

Job Order Contracting

inspecting 100 percent of labor, materials, and equipment used) as well as the coefficient/adjustment factor used, and the type, number, and cost of non-prepriced line-items. BCI uses rates for skilled labor from specific trades and applies them to projects where materials are the highest proportion of the project cost.

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Facilities Preventive Maintenance

Job Order Contracting

Manufacturer’s schedule for routine preventive maintenance, inspections, condition monitoring (predictive tests) and adjustments required to ensure proper and economical operation and to minimize repairs. Delineate procedures for preventive maintenance, inspection, adjustment, lubrication and cleaning necessary to minimize repairs.

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4 Strategies to Avoiding Rising OSHA Fines in Construction

Viewpoint Construction Technology

As a contractor, the thought of an OSHA inspection and possible violations probably makes you a little nervous. These standards include topics like fall protection, trench safety, personal protective equipment (PPE), use of scaffolding and aerial lifts, and the safe operation of vehicles. Conduct Regular Inspections.

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Better Manage Construction Costs Schedules and Quality

Job Order Contracting

10% are due to equipment and/or materials delays, most off which could have been foreseen. In order to achieve cost visibility and transparency appropriate local unit costs for labor, labor productivity, materials, and equipment are required. are all defined.

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What are the common safety violations in construction work and how can you avoid them?

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These safety violations often occur when construction sites lack proper fall protection equipment, have people working on uneven surfaces, or don’t provide training on how to use the equipment. This can mean workers being hit by machinery or falling materials, equipment, etc. Stacking materials so they can’t slide off.

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MATERIALS FOR FORMWORK

The Constructor

Timber: This is the most common material used for bracing members to the form face. Mon, 1 Oct 2012 About Jobs Connect Groups Forums Toolbar SMS Alerts RSS Feed Search The Constructor Subscribe by E-Mail to receive latest updates. It is easily cut to shape on site, and if handled and stored carefully, it can be used many times.

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