Green Building Law Update

NOVEMBER 15, 2020

And these questions are not unfounded because as of November 1, 2020, legal industry databases of state and federal litigation are tracking more than 6,100 cases involving Covid-19 claims. We believe the best approach to keeping people safe and mitigating risk to owners of buildings is to employ a variety of interventions.

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

IS YOUR BUSINESS EFFECTIVELY PRIORITIZING CONSTRUCTION RISK MANAGEMENT? Truth be told, every industry involves risk. Whether the project involves a multi-million-dollar office building or a three-story apartment complex, there are several risks that need to be considered in order to ensure the success of any construction project.

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

How Well Does Your Business Prioritize Construction Risk Management? Truth be told, every industry involves risk. Whether the project involves a multi-million-dollar office building or a three-story apartment complex, there are several risks that need to be considered in order to ensure the success of any construction project.

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Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 20, 2021

The errors and poor processes result in change orders, project delays, and legal disputes. 10% are due to site related productivity issues, most of which could have been foreseen. All off the require tools and support services to create integrated environments, to address all of the above issues, and more, are readily available.

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Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 20, 2023

Locally researched labor, material, equipment, and productivity data is essential in the devlopement of a credible construction cost estimate. The use of national average cost data with or without area location factoring (City Cost Index, CCI, Area Cost Factor, ACF…) will introduce significant error.

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Green Building Law Update

AUGUST 13, 2017

In an effort to mitigate risk you should not contract directly with an environmental consultant, but rather your attorney should contract with that consultant. Be aware, however, only where the document or communication is primarily concerned with legal assistance does it come within the attorney-client privilege.

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FDR Safety

NOVEMBER 1, 2019

The Summit brought together safety and legal professionals from chemical manufacturing, petroleum refining, paper and other industries covered by OSHA’s PSM Standard and EPA’s RMP Rule, with officials from the relevant regulatory agencies. Unfortunately, we find that much of this training has no foundation… Let me explain.

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Pro Builder

JULY 27, 2020

What Are the Legal Safeguards for Getting Back to Work? As builders and trade contractors start to get back on track following the impact of COVID-19 and its restrictions, there are legal concerns to consider. Mon, 07/27/2020 - 12:57. Mike Beirne, Senior Editor. COVID-19 Testing: At What Cost Privacy?

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Late payments and non-payments are, unfortunately, pivotal contributors to declining contractor productivity eventually, in some cases, leading to bankruptcy for many GCs and subcontractors. Faster payment cycles are essential for GCs and subcontractors alike to stay profitable in today’s fast-paced and evolving economic environment.

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Green Building Law Update

JANUARY 31, 2021

PFAS is very persistent in the environment and in the human body, meaning these chemicals don’t break down, accumulating over time, and as such have been referred to ‘forever chemicals’ making them an emergent environmental catastrophe. 9601) and petroleum products.”.

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Green Building Law Update

FEBRUARY 7, 2021

Some suggest the pilot credit was an afterthought that attempts to do too much and accomplishes little when it not only requires “no child/ forced/ bonded labor” but also “harassment and grievance procedures” and “anti-corruption and bribery” that are uniquely American values not practical most places in the world.

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Job Order Contracting

APRIL 9, 2018

LEAN construction is a collaborative process that drives significantly enhanced productivity. When compared to the industry norm of 75% of all construction projects being over budget, delayed, or resulting in legal disputes. Shared risk/reward. Standardized Data Formats / Common Data Environment (CDE).

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

The water sector is undergoing a transformation as they seek to deliver better outcomes for their customers and the environment alike. In the UK, the water industry announced its commitment to a carbon zero future by 2030, which is decades before the government’s legally binding target of 2050.

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Building Information Management

NOVEMBER 29, 2012

BIM is the efficient full life cycle operation of the built environment, with the promise of managing Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and associated physical and functional conditions in concert with an organization’s changing needs. Appropriate distribution of risk. So… back to the legal aspects of BIM.

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Building Information Management

NOVEMBER 29, 2012

BIM is the efficient full life cycle operation of the built environment, with the promise of managing Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and associated physical and functional conditions in concert with an organization’s changing needs. Appropriate distribution of risk. So… back to the legal aspects of BIM.

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Green Building Law Update

JUNE 19, 2016

TSCA was enacted in 1976 to protect the environment and the public’s health against risks posed by chemicals in materials in commerce. The first step will consist of an EPA risk evaluation and a second step for risk management. The new law sets a 3 year deadline for all risk evaluations.

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Green Building Law Update

MAY 5, 2019

“Listed” permitted pesticides are defined to mean only pesticides that are recommended by the National Organic Standards Board or designated as “minimum risk pesticides” under FIFRA. It is widely accepted that a local government attempting to ban a legal substance is wrong. The circuit court issued a declaratory judgment that Bill No.

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ENR Construction

JULY 31, 2012

Environment. Product Snapshot. Legal Fallout Spreads from Trainor Glass Default. Risk management. BONUS: ENR Future Tech & ENR Risk Review at no additional charge. contact us. industry jobs. SUBSCRIBE TODAY. & receive immediate web access $82 a year (includes full web access)-->. Transportation. Gulf Oil Spill.

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FDR Safety

NOVEMBER 12, 2018

However, some policies are so strict that they create potential legal issues. In such cases, the machine will not go back into production until someone does #2. The good news is that Task Based Risk Assessment offers a viable methodology for deciding what to do. Perform the work and hope to not get caught.

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Green Building Law Update

JUNE 19, 2016

TSCA was enacted in 1976 to protect the environment and the public’s health against risks posed by chemicals in materials in commerce. The first step will consist of an EPA risk evaluation and a second step for risk management. The new law sets a 3 year deadline for all risk evaluations.

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ENR Construction

JULY 22, 2012

Environment. Product Snapshot. Contractors Should Beware of Recovery Risks. Description: Contractors face recovery risk when they take on too much work after they’ve depleted their staff, cash and other resources. Risk management. BONUS: ENR Future Tech & ENR Risk Review at no additional charge. contact us.

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Green Building Law Update

MARCH 20, 2016

Despite great strides over the last 50 years, mosquito borne illnesses continue to pose significant risks to parts of the population in the United States.” Liquid larvicide products are applied directly to water (e.g., storm water management ponds, landscaping features, etc.) using backpack sprayers and truck mounted sprayers.

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Building Information Management

MAY 28, 2014

Being productive is not just about being efficient. Sure, you can tweak a few things here to attempt be more efficient with respect to your numerous renovation, repair, sustainability, and construction projects, but substantial productivity gains require fundamentally changing how you do things. Shared risk/reward.

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Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 19, 2017

The lack of robust, standardized processes and common, standardized information, combined with the excessive use of JOC consultants and limited market options, has been the primary reason for rampant waste and lack of productivity in certain sectors, especially State, County, and Local Government. Simplify project task management.

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Lets Build

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

During the last five decades, productivity in construction declines by 0.3% Only in the US, the labor productivity growth rate doesn’t exceed 0.1% (the lowest rate compared to other similar industries). This information overload can often lead to misunderstandings, costly mistakes, and never-ending legal disputes.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

APRIL 14, 2023

We’re looking for everything from introductions to products and workflows right up to advanced tips, tricks, and best practices for pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. We want to see how you use the products in real life and meet the demands of your projects. Technical Instruction This is the how.

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Safety Services Company

JULY 15, 2019

With 8 states that have approved the use of recreational marijuana and 18 states permitting the use of medical marijuana, it’s critical for companies operating in these areas to understand their legal responsibilities and how to deal with cannabis use at worksites.

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Construction Marketing

APRIL 25, 2016

Some companies are benefitting from the economic environment, while others are still being trampled by the lasting effects of the recession. Ensure the entire team knows the objectives, risk, and expectations of a project. Benefits: Increased productivity and efficiency. The issue, however, is the growth is mixed.

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Work Gearz

AUGUST 6, 2022

In accordance with their risk assessments and health and safety requirements, they are frequently prohibited on particular construction sites or by particular construction companies. Your workforce will be protected by these safety boots from a variety of risks, including slips, falls, and impact injuries.  Lack of ankle support.

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Green Building Law Update

AUGUST 7, 2016

While removing standing water is useful and window screens have some limited productiveness, the only truly efficacious control of the deadliest creatures on the planet is the application of mosquito killing pesticides. This public health crisis is not limited to the Wynwood neighborhood in Miami. Across most of U.S.,

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Fieldwire

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Information technology in both office and field settings can often improve efficiency and productivity. Legal experts often cite communication problems as the root cause of many construction disputes. Successful firms recognize the importance of providing a healthy work environment for workers, both in the field and the office.

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Green Building Law Update

FEBRUARY 28, 2016

While removing standing water is useful and window screens have some limited productiveness, the only truly efficacious control of the deadliest creatures on the planet is the application of mosquito killing insecticides. .; however, the mosquitoes that can carry Zika are found in some areas of the U.S.

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Building Information Management

NOVEMBER 19, 2015

It alone sets the tone, assigns responsibilities and deliverables, determines levels of risk, and establishes timelines among other items. Shared Risk/Reward. Enhanced productivity. Average procurement time. %/# and value of legal disputes. Virtual elimination of legal disputes, claims and change orders.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 28, 2021

The importance of aggregating data across a connected cloud environment. “If Explain how to use the product to improve coordination and drive efficiencies on-site. Creating a diverse and inclusive environment is something that every company should strive for. Identify uses for different BIM 360 modules and the Assemble platform.

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Safety Services Company

OCTOBER 5, 2015

The strong cultural presence, acceptance and legality of alcohol make it easy to forget what an impact it can have on health. The consumption of alcohol can bring extreme hazards to every workplace environment; however, the associated risks are heightened where hazardous machine operation or vehicle use are required.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 27, 2019

Not only is there a legal requirement to improve practices, but an ever-changing landscape, new technologies and tightening budgets compel us to enhance what we do or risk losing large projects to other contractors. Viewpoint’s JobPac is designed to help contractors work smarter and easier. What You Can Do.

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ENR Construction

JULY 24, 2012

Environment. Product Snapshot. Description: A Smart Cities market is emerging on a global scale that dwarfs any previous notion of the value given to data about the built environment. Risk management. BONUS: ENR Future Tech & ENR Risk Review at no additional charge. contact us. industry jobs. SUBSCRIBE TODAY.

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