HardHatChat

MARCH 26, 2024

Consider their portfolio, relevant qualifications, certifications, and familiarity with industry-specific requirements and regulations. We believe it enhances our project outcomes, mitigates risks, and supports the overall success of our national construction business. is essential. Our safety record is stellar.

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Commercial Contractors Construction Project Management 177

Constructonomics

JANUARY 29, 2014

Whilst working at height is essential for some construction projects, many of these accidents could be avoided with the simple implementation of proper training and the appropriate equipment. Familiarise Yourself With Regulations. Carry Out Thorough Risk Assessments. Can you get rid of the hazard altogether? Plan Access Routes.

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Construction Equipment

MAY 18, 2016

Dams that once were considered low-risk because they were located in unpopulated areas are now surrounded by homes and roads, bringing them up to the high-risk category. Add some aging and climate change, and the high-risk dams become killers waiting to act.

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Green Building Law Update

JUNE 12, 2016

The Department of Defense, General Services Administration, and National Aeronautics and Space Administration are proposing to amend the Federal Acquisition Regulation which will require select government vendors, from landlords to defense contractors, to indicate if and where they publicly disclose greenhouse gas emissions.

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Green Building Law Update

JUNE 12, 2016

The Department of Defense, General Services Administration, and National Aeronautics and Space Administration are proposing to amend the Federal Acquisition Regulation which will require select government vendors, from landlords to defense contractors, to indicate if and where they publicly disclose greenhouse gas emissions.

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Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 24, 2018

Sales tax on material and equipment costs. Compliance with environmental laws (overhead [indirect] costs associated with performing work in compliance with EPA/OSHA regulations, including obtaining any necessary licenses and permits, reporting requirements, etc.). Office management and equipment. All waste and excess material.

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Construction Marketing

JUNE 20, 2022

When you see or hear about construction accidents, they usually involve heavy equipment like cranes or scaffolding. Moreover, workers are injured or killed almost yearly by falling objects or equipment. Incorrect stacking of materials puts them at risk of toppling over. . Who’s Liable For Falling Debris Injuries?

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Lets Build

OCTOBER 28, 2022

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. Providing workers with high-visibility clothing.

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Safety Accidents OSHA Construction 141

Viewpoint Construction Technology

JANUARY 31, 2018

Risk management is an inherent part of the job in the constru ction industry. Companies that don’t fix safety issues are at risk of higher penalties, and those that don’t learn from past mistakes also risk much more serious incidents. Here are four construction safety strategies to consider: Know the OSHA Regulations.

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

JULY 28, 2014

EisnerAmper has issued its fifth annual Board of Directors Survey, Concerns About Risks Confronting Boards , designed to gain insight into the risks that are top of mind in today’s boardrooms. Other than financial risk, respondents were asked to identify risks of most concern. Growth in ERM Programs Low.

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 8, 2022

Bioburden travels on equipment, materials, bags, tools, and anything being transferred from point to point. Sanitization or cleaning with an effective disinfectant is critical to all surfaces and equipment. It is spread by people touching, moving, and working. Not all germicidal lighting is created equal.

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Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 19, 2022

The pre-made concrete stairs pose fewer environmental and health risks to the workers, especially since there is less dust to breathe and almost no danger of structures collapsing caused by inadequate curing. . Moving heavy structures on a construction site requires careful planning and sometimes specialized lifting equipment for assistance.

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Commercial Concrete Materials Regulation 156

Safety Services Company

JULY 20, 2020

Regularly reviewing and training employees to the standard of the applicable codes and regulations is a proactive way to ensure compliance. Additional formalized training, especially for these high risk topics, is a huge improvement for cultivating a safety culture. Fall Protection and Ladder Safety. Excavations: Trenching/Shoring.

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BD+C

MAY 3, 2024

Physical safety, patient privacy, HIPAA compliance, and concerns about medication and equipment theft top the list. Far from merely controlling who can enter or exit a building, these systems act as multifunctional facility management tools that reduce risk, streamline operations, bolster security, and ensure compliance.

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Safety Services Company

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Contractor prequalifications are third-party audits and certifications that serve as proof of skill, dedication to maintaining safe working conditions, and adherence to regulations like OSHA. This directly translates to a well-equipped and well-trained staff that can mitigate workplace accidents and respond swiftly in case they occur.

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FDR Safety

JANUARY 7, 2014

An important principle governing the use of personal protective equipment was reaffirmed recently in a Washington state case involving a bank guard who was stabbed and was not wearing body armor. Among the reasons: G4S had reduced the risk of injury to bank guards by training them to avoid engaging with criminals.

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Employment OSHA Banking Washington 168

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 28, 2016

Example include, general and administrative and other overhead costs, insurance costs, bonding and alternative payment protection costs, protective clothing, equipment rental, and contractor’s profit. Sales tax on material and equipment costs. Office management and equipment. Other risks of doing business (i.e.,

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Contract Overhead Insurance Profitability 100

Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 9, 2018

Despite regulations, asbestos is still a real and present danger for construction workers. was put on hold when air quality inspectors found signs of asbestos and no evidence the developer hired a certified contractor to remove the toxic material, putting workers’ lives at risk. What’s So Dangerous About Asbestos?

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Construction United States Safety Risk 130

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 25, 2021

The following solutions are fully compatible and compliant with public sector regulations and budget cycles. Scope of work, material, labor, equipment, and time requirements, and cost visibility can all be clearly communicated to all participants. #4. The above reduces complexity and risk significantly. Leverage technology.

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Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 5, 2017

Certainly there are multiple variances from project to project, including but not limited to, labor skill requirements, capabilities, and availability, location/site issues, weather, construction means and methods, material/equipment costs and availability, regulations, and procurement processes. Shared risk/reward.

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Construction Procurement Defense Risk 100

BD+C

MARCH 29, 2024

Rob Atkinson and Chris Forney Office Buildings Headquarters Architects Regulations Energy Efficiency Sustainable Development Sustainable Design and Construction Many companies are striving to achieve climate neutrality , which involves bringing their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions down to net zero on an annual basis.

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

JULY 1, 2013

Sutton, CAE, President and CEO of the Equipment Leasing and Finance Association. That’s why it has never been more important for startups and small businesses to understand their options for financing the equipment needed to operate and grow their businesses. By William G. Key Benefits for Unique Business Needs.

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HardHatChat

APRIL 24, 2023

Here are just a few examples: Working Through Challenges: Key Lessons for Moving Forward For Englewood and our national retail, restaurant, and hospitality clients, we’ve learned that the old mindset of the lowest competitive bid and a rigid approach to material and equipment is ineffective in times like these.

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Commercial Construction Retail Housing 156

Viewpoint Construction Technology

SEPTEMBER 5, 2012

As I’ve said before, the importance of safety programs goes far beyond the need to comply with standards and regulations. So it makes sense to understand where the greatest safety risks lie and to have programs in place to address these risk areas. First and foremost, safety programs save lives.

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OSHA Safety Risk Injury 171

Green Building Law Update

NOVEMBER 8, 2020

admittedly very widely read) blog post on April 29, COVID-19 and the Risk from Recirculated Air in Buildings , but I must acknowledge, while this may refresh your recollection, there is little if any new guidance. becoming common in courtrooms and restaurants) for reducing risk of airborne transmission.

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Risk Regulation Feasibility Commercial 257

Fieldwire

AUGUST 23, 2023

At Fieldwire by Hilti, we understand that your construction projects contain confidential information, and being able to minimize the risk of data breaches is critical to your business. Our team at Fieldwire is equipped with the tools and expertise to enforce all safeguards needed to protect your information.

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Security Software Software Management 52

Levelset

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

In this article, we’ll explore the most common jobsite safety risks — and what contractors can do to improve safety for all parties involved. . Common jobsite safety risks. Risks to employees are a top priority for contractors, and threats to health and safety aren’t the only cause for concern.

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Safety Site Injury Construction 52

Constructonomics

JANUARY 21, 2014

An illegal extension has left a landlord with a £24,000 and a criminal record, after local council safety officers deemed it to be in an “appalling condition” with numerous safety issues – including a slew of fire safety offences which put the building’s occupants at a very real risk of injury or death.

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Safety Risk Equipment Regulation 148

Work Gearz

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Your Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) keeps you safe in the workplace from hazardous conditions that pose a threat to your safety. Many employees understand the need of wearing personal protection equipment (PPE) while on the job. Workplace injuries can happen- Injury risk is substantially increased by poor PPE compliance.

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Job Order Contracting

JULY 26, 2019

Contracts may be renewable via option years, for up to four additional years based upon applicable laws/regulations. The latter is generally excessively costly and may present the risk of fraud if a JOC consultant is involved in JOC Program management. Contractors should be selected through a best value, competitive processes.

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Contract CSI Regulation Renovating 116

Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 30, 2019

Among them: simulators that replicate jobs like earthwork or steel assembly done by heavy equipment. Owners of existing buildings that do not comply with new regulations could face fines of $1 million or more. While technologies like drones, AI and robotics are replacing human risk with automated processes.

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Industrial New York City Construction Safety 145

Safety Services Company

JULY 19, 2021

Specifically, NFPA 70E contains detailed information on how to protect workers from hazards associated with the installation, inspection, operation, maintenance, or demolition of electrical equipment. Anyone who is exposed to electrical hazards must understand how to reduce their risk of electric shock and arc flash injuries.

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OSHA Electrical Safety Employment 78

Wolgast Corporation

MARCH 2, 2022

That’s why it’s important to have a General Contractor who is not only following the codes and regulations, but has incorporated a culture of safety into their operations. In many instances, work would be put on hold because that equipment or material had to be in place to move forward with the schedule.

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Safety Site Accidents Injury 62

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 5, 2012

EQUIPMENT |. Compliance/Regulations. Equipment Management. Equipment and Services Directory. Green Construction & Construction Software » The Business of Construction Risk Management. If you stop to think about it, it’s clear that risk carries a dollar value. First, they understand risk.

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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 17, 2023

However, you risk having an excessive system if a commercial solar array is sized based on current power usage and energy efficiency later improves. . It protects you from frauds who might harm the integrity of your commercial building and put you at risk during and after the installation of the solar panels. .

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Commercial Electrical Permits Inspections 284

Constructonomics

JANUARY 1, 2013

Unfortunately, just because a job is green, does not mean it is without risks. The following green jobs exemplify this scenario as they each have some risks for workers: Green Roofs: Roofers who install green roofs face the same risk of falling as any other roofers. There is also a risk of cuts when collecting.

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Green Accidents Risk Safety 143

Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 5, 2020

Under ideal conditions, the equipment used in the industrial and manufacturing industry is safe to operate and requires almost no supervision. Workers who have to deal with heavy machinery are likely to suffer from burns, lacerations, electrocutions, and crushing as a direct result of the equipment. WHAT IS A LOCKOUT/TAGOUT PROCEDURE?

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