Remove Environment Remove Guidelines Remove Inspections Remove Risk
article thumbnail

Hazardous Waste Management: How Environmental Consulting Can Help

Construction Marketing

Prolonged exposure to toxic chemicals and substances can increase the risk of severe diseases like cancer, pneumonia, tuberculosis, and tetanus. It also poses a threat to wildlife and the general environment. Inspection And Monitoring Redevelopment projects or new construction are significant contributors to waste generation.

article thumbnail

OSHA steps into the fray on Ebola

FDR Safety

Nurses and doctors are understandably concerned about the risks of dealing with patients potentially infected with Ebola, as are hospital administrators, yet fully complying with CDC guidelines can be extremely expensive in an environment in which many hospitals operate on very thin margins.

OSHA 153
professionals

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

How To Set Up Solar Panels In A Commercial Building

Construction Marketing

That’s because it’s cost-effective and plays a crucial role in protecting the environment. Therefore, it’s equally crucial to inspect your roof so you can decide where to put the solar panels. Your solar PV system design must adhere to the guidelines given by equipment vendors as well as local construction codes. .

article thumbnail

Safety Tips: Prevent Fires and Burns on Your Construction Site

Safety Services Company

Working with oil, electrical equipment, and even lingering flammable debris can raise the level of risk. Fire and Burn Safety Practices for Contractor Management Now that we’ve determined some of the biggest offenders, let’s break down what contractors can do to maintain compliance and create a fire-safe work environment.

Safety 54
article thumbnail

Cold Weather Safety Tips for Construction

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Cold weather-related illnesses and injuries can be prevented by following the guidelines below. Knowing the wind chill temperature can help you gauge employees’ exposure risk. Properly de-ice and inspect machinery and tools, as well as pathways and scaffolding. Plan to prevent cold weather safety issues at your jobsites.

Safety 221
article thumbnail

Should Scaffolders Work in the Rain?

Work Gearz

Scaffolders should not work in rain considering the risk it possesses leading to instability and unreliability. Building scaffolds possess the same risks as using a scaffold. The risk of their working in the rain stems from their next steps. The Four Scaffold Hazards During Rain.

Safety 52
article thumbnail

Pros and Cons of Straw Bale Building

Natural Building

Take time to look at the risks and rewards (and limitations) while considering a straw bale house. Straw is cheap (sometimes free) and the entire process reduces construction waste that can have a negative impact on the environment; any excess straw or natural plaster can be used on site in compost or as ground cover to protect the soil.

Housing 52