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Data Scientists Reveal 5 Surprising Construction Insights to Manage Risk 

Autodesk Construction Cloud

And with good reason: the right insights can improve everything from project cost and timeline accuracy to reducing the risk of lawsuits and disputes, and even winning more business. An example of a data point might be the number of overhead mechanical racks installed on the job that day, or logging the root cause of a safety incident.

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Ports And FTZs: Enter With Less Risk

Business Facilities

Businesses in an FTZ may see a reduction in duties on labor, overhead and profit. ERMCO, Firestone, NSK Steering Systems, Nortek, Dot Foods, PolyOne, Hexpol, Heckethorn Manufacturing, Colonial Diversified Polymers, SR Global, Royal Building Products, Rough Country and more. FTZs jumped 24.8 percent from the previous year, to $99.2

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Prepare for Management Compensation and Bonus Reviews

PSMJ Resources

This guidance applies to both prime and subconsultants for state Departments of Transportation (DOTs). DOT is increasing their scrutiny of Local Project Administrators (LPAs) and expecting these administrators of federal grant funds to adhere to the same guidance as in the AAAHTO Guide.

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8 Main Types of Construction Contracts

Autodesk Construction Cloud

You describe what will be delivered when, how much the customer owes, and sign on the dotted line. They also include overhead costs such as insurance, mileage, a portion of your office rent. There’s seemingly no risk of losing money on materials. These agreements limit the cost-risk for the customer. That’s the “plus.” .

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OSHA Safety

Safety Services Company

Required permits such as confined space entry, welding – hot work or DOT permits. Material handling schedules, stacking schedules, overhead hoisting and material deliveries. You need to minimize the risk of accidents by making sure you have all the special tools, equipment and personal protective equipment needed to work safely.

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6 Best Hard Hats for Big Heads

Work Gearz

Proprietary gripster dots underneath the helmet allow for easy on/off. It also has grip dots underneath to facilitate both putting on and removal. Protection from Impact – These hats protect professionals from falling materials and will protect your head in case you bump into something overhead or by walking into something.

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Facilities Maintenance Checklist and Procedures

Job Order Contracting

Application: This standard applies to warehouse or large overhead rolling doors. Door, Manual, Overhead. This standard applies to manually operated overhead doors. If arc flash labeling is not provided, assume hazard risk category “Dangerous” and perform operations in the following sequence: De-energize equipment 2.