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60-Mile-Long Drone Inspection Flight Points to the Future

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The successful demonstration of safe operation of an inspection drone by a pilot located miles away and beyond visual line of site will help the Federal Aviation Administration develop rules and guidelines for routinely permitting commercial inspection flights in the future.

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Hazardous Waste Management: How Environmental Consulting Can Help

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Inspection And Monitoring Redevelopment projects or new construction are significant contributors to waste generation. This usually includes site inspection and monitoring to analyze, assess and understand the estimated environmental damage caused by new projects.

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Safety Tips: Prevent Fires and Burns on Your Construction Site

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Developing a Hot Work Permit Program One of the best ways for contractors to prevent fires is to implement a hot work permit program. As a standard procedure advised by the American Petroleum Institute : Identify and fill out the necessary permit forms based on the tools and work needed Have all required parties sign off (i.e.,

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The New Normal: Commercial Construction Continues in Unprecedented COVID-19 Times

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We are in uncharted territory, but amid this “new normal” Englewood Construction remains open and committed to serving our clients — while also following guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, as well as industry associations, to ensure the safety and well-being of our employees, subcontractors and project partners.

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How To Set Up Solar Panels In A Commercial Building

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Therefore, it’s equally crucial to inspect your roof so you can decide where to put the solar panels. Before starting the installation process, you must get all the necessary permits and approvals. Unfortunately, there has yet to be a set procedure for obtaining permits. Schedule A Final Inspection.

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Download Scaffolding Code of Safe Practices Now

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With enough content to fill a small poster, the code covers general guidelines as well as erection, use, and dismantling. The rules don’t go into all systems so any manufacturer guidelines also need to be followed. Emergency Response Plans for Permit Required Confined Spaces. Download it here now, and put it to use.

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Environmental Regulations in Construction: What Contractors Need to Know

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Environmental laws provide the backbone for permitting and reporting requirements on construction projects, while a wide variety of state and municipal laws impose even stricter rules. The Clean Water Act (CWA) established guidelines for discharge of pollutants into water within the U.S. EPA Flowchart : Do I need a NPDES permit?