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4 Guidelines for Preventive Roof Maintenance

Flynn

4 Guidelines for Preventive Roof Maintenance. It’s a best practice to conduct a roof inspection and required maintenance at least twice a year , but that’s not being done in a lot of cases,” says Winters. Commercial roof maintenance guidelines. Benjamin Franklin wasn’t an authority on roof maintenance, but his wisdom may apply.

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Hazardous Waste Management: How Environmental Consulting Can Help

Construction Marketing

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

Safety Services Company

These guidelines should address extension cords, prohibiting damaged cords, using GFCIs (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters) to prevent shocks, and avoiding overloads. Tools and other electrical equipment must be regularly inspected. As a safety protocol for contractor management, add trailers to routine inspection checklists.

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How To Set Up Solar Panels In A Commercial Building

Construction Marketing

Therefore, it’s equally crucial to inspect your roof so you can decide where to put the solar panels. The right racking system can be selected by design engineers, guaranteeing that the modules are securely fastened without harming your roof. . Schedule A Final Inspection. Consider Sunlight Exposure.

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Energy Efficient Commercial Building Tax Deduction 179D: What Owners Need to Know

Stok

There are specific modeling guidelines that need to be followed and the model must include as-built conditions. 2: Inspection. Stok’s in-house energy modelers, commissioning agents, and professional engineers are here to help you seamlessly secure your 179D tax deduction. The applicable ASHRAE 90.1

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Make Crane Safety Priority One!

Constructonomics

A fundamental knowledge of inspection, maintenance, and operating procedures can make the difference been smooth operation and a tragic mishap. Second, controls must be inspected regularly to be sure that all motions agree with the controls as marked. See the manufacturer’s guidelines for information and requirements.

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Should Scaffolders Work in the Rain?

Work Gearz

It is usually recommended that scaffold hazards be identified in order to work in a safe and secure environment and plan out the necessary safeguards. This guideline specifically covers working on a scaffold and the increased risk posed by the metal structure and the platform’s height. The Four Scaffold Hazards During Rain.

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