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The Preconstruction Phase: Understanding the Process & Risks

Levelset

It’s at this point that the client can determine whether the project is feasible or not. This information helps the client determine whether the project is feasible for their needs—something that is incredibly valuable to find out early. Feasibility depends on a few factors. Design development. Construction documents.

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The Complexity Of OSHA’s PSM Standard

FDR Safety

For those of you who deal with PSM, you know this is a critical first step in determining if a traditional risk-based approach will suffice from a compliance perspective. When deciding that risk mitigation is needed, the concept of feasibility comes into play to demonstrate due diligence in complying with the OSH Act.

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Construction project management 101 – Checklist

Lets Build

At the start of any project, a business case must be created and evaluated to ascertain the feasibility of the project. Stakeholders then perform feasibility testing accordingly. Risk management plan, which identifies possible risks like nonviable time and cost estimates, budget cuts, regulation changes, etc. Initiation.

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Understanding the Performance and Monitoring Phase of Construction

Levelset

The designer will then help the project owner flesh out their ideas, determine a preliminary budget and timeline, and even assist the project owner in determining whether or not the project is feasible. The architect and the project owner will work closely together to finalize the drawings. Design and development.

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Structural engineering solutions for office-to-residential conversion

BD+C

Every building is unique, and older buildings may not have original structural drawings available or may have had substantial alterations. Determining whether the floor plate is made of concrete, steel, or wood has a significant impact in the feasibility of a project. Steel or wood is generally easier to adapt in a conversion.

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SPECIAL REPORT: Site Location Factors For Automotive Suppliers

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

Site utilization for automotive suppliers from a feasibility, cost, and developmental risk perspective is typically driven by confirmation that the following location criteria are satisfied: Size, shape, topography and room for future expansion; site buffer should provide protection from residential and commercial neighbors.

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Factors driving cold storage warehouse construction costs

The Korte Company

Below, we discuss important cost factors you should consider as you investigate the feasibility of your next project. That keeps HVAC systems working harder than normal and increases the risk that they’ll break down. Cold storage warehouse spaces are too unique for lazy estimating. Owners have a decision to make here.