The Constructor

APRIL 12, 2024

The method basically assumes that the structural material behaves as a linear elastic manner, and that adequate safety can be ensured by suitably restricting the stresses in the material induced by the expected “working loads” on the structure.

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 22, 2023

By Rupert Coggon Intumescent products and materials have been in the market for several decades. An intumescent is a material which reacts and expands aggressively when exposed to heat or fire. When a construction material does not “move” or deform in a fire, then a firestop which does not react can work perfectly well.

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Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 7, 2021

If you’re looking for roofing materials for your current or future house, then the choice of materials can differentiate between a good and a bad home. Choosing a roofing material can determine the durability of the construction. It’s no doubt that choosing the right materials for your home can be a daunting task.

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Lets Build

MAY 12, 2023

Workers are your most valuable asset, and the best way to protect that asset is by implementing a high-quality health and safety program. The key to better managing health and safety in construction is steering away from the traditional reactive approach (taking action after an incident occurs).

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The Constructor

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

Metal beam crash barriers are an efficient road safety device that protects the vehicle and its occupants in the event of an accident and acts as an.

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Construction Today

JANUARY 5, 2024

For years, hard hats have been a ubiquitous symbol of safety in industrial and construction environments. These helmets, typically made of rigid materials like high-density polyethylene, have been fundamental in protecting workers from overhead impacts. In 2023, the U.S.

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Safety Services Company

JANUARY 5, 2024

Most of these incidents could have been avoided if employers had more safety precautions put in place during the winter months. Understanding and mitigating these risks is crucial for ensuring the safety and well-being of you and your team if you’re working in such environments. It can lead to unconsciousness and death.

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Lets Build

OCTOBER 28, 2022

Safety violations on construction sites aren’t uncommon—just look at these statistics: Over 20% of all fatal workplace accidents in the EU during 2019 took place in the construction industry, making it the top industry for fatal injuries. of non-fatal accidents due to safety violations took place on construction sites in the EU.

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Construction Marketing

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Cladding is a product of a variety of materials, including wood, metal, brick, vinyl, and composite, depending on the desired aesthetics and functional requirements. In multi-family buildings, it acts as a protective shield against the elements, ensuring both the structure’s integrity and the safety of its residents.

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FDR Safety

MARCH 6, 2018

Who Is Responsible For Temporary Worker Safety? OSHA has made it clear that staffing agencies and host employers are jointly responsible for temporary worker safety. Host employers should make sure that their contracts with staffing agencies clearly specify the safety obligations of each party. Just ask OSHA.

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GCP Applied Technologies

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

Residential building material warranties. How to read material warranties. Review GCP material warranty. There are two main types of warranties for residential building: the workmanship warranty and the manufacturer’s material warranty. A material warranty promises that the manufacturer properly constructed the product.

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Safety Services Company

JANUARY 26, 2024

Instances of fires can rise due to flammable materials, electrical hazards, oil spills—the list goes on! This figure reveals a potential gap in safety and compliance procedures within contractor management. They advise that portable heaters be UL-approved, having gone through rigorous safety testing.

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Construction Marketing

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

Most of that convincing is done through promotional materials and marketing strategies. Now, in order to secure a contract, it’s important to choose a solid approach, and few are ever as important as safety. Why Safety? So, what are some things that you can use to promote an emphasis on safety?

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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 24, 2024

Structural engineers design and analyze structures for stability and safety. Estimators Analyze project blueprints and specifications to estimate labor, materials, and equipment costs. Health And Safety Professionals Develop and enforce safety protocols to minimize accidents and ensure compliance with regulations.

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BD+C

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Style Meets Safety with Fire Rated Glass Fences 1 kcichowicz Thu, 09/21/2023 - 12:53 SAFTI FIRST For homes and developments built near or in wildland-urban interface (WUI) areas and designated fire zones, fire rated glass fences introduce a remarkable innovation that seamlessly combines safety and aesthetics.

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Construction Enquirer

JUNE 21, 2023

The cost of complying with the Building Safety Act has blown a hole in the latest accounts from Willmott Dixon. And the contractor vowed to go after “designers, fire engineers, supply chain and insurers” to reclaim a “substantial portion” of the £62m it has set aside for building safety and cladding retrofits.

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Construction Business Owner

MAY 27, 2016

Effective materials management can either make or break project success. Efficiently moving materials through the construction supply chain and installing those components according to code rests at the core of successful project scheduling, quality, safety and cost.

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Construction Marketing

APRIL 11, 2023

This has obviously led to large-scale improvements in the way structures are designed and building materials are fabricated. Be Willing to Take More Risks Taking risks does not mean ignoring safety. Make sure that all machinery is powered off and that all materials are properly stored at the end of each day.

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Construction Equipment

JULY 5, 2019

United Rentals released seven Trench Safety Toolbox Talk topics that it says can provide a foundation for a toolbox talk series on trench hazards and safe work practices. The challenges of trenching and excavation jobsite safety are something companies face every day,” Todd Hayes, region VP-trench…

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Construction Specifier

APRIL 13, 2023

The construction industry faces a myriad of challenges, such as completing projects on schedule, ensuring the quality and safety of products and materials, overseeing the costs so they do not exceed the budget, and complying with corporate environmental and social responsibility standards; all while applying effective risk management at every step.

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Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

Supply-chain delays caused by COVID-19 are often an inconvenience, but can also be an employee safety issue. Goods shipped via container ships to the United States from China, where many reflective materials are manufactured, used to take approximately 40 days to arrive, but now often take upward of 70 days. Fri, 02/18/2022 - 07:30.

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Construction Business Owner

MAY 29, 2016

Effective materials management can either make or break project success. Efficiently moving materials through the construction supply chain and installing those components according to code rests at the core of successful project scheduling, quality, safety and cost.

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 8, 2023

building codes require the firestopping materials installed in PFC systems to be tested to ASTM E2307, Standard Test Method for Determining Fire Resistance of Perimeter Fire Barriers Using Intermediate Scale, Multi-story Test Apparatus. The post Why all components matter in firestopping materials appeared first on Construction Specifier.

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Safety Services Company

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Safety is not something that can be solved by one person alone. Jason Damm is the Natural Resources Project Manager and Health and Safety Coordinator at Metric Environmental. He shares why it’s important for safety professionals to be humble and to factor in feedback from others when investigating and refining safety plans.

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FDR Safety

NOVEMBER 12, 2018

FDRsafety supports and promotes employers developing strong safety policies, training their employees and enforcing those policies. Such situations could include: Moving materials when more than one worker is involved. He assists clients in creating efficient and effective safety programs, especially in manufacturing environments.

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Construction Dive

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Experts say new footwear companies have pioneered materials and methods to help workers find the right fit.

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Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

So, how do you select safety gloves that will protect your workers’ hands from sharp objects without inhibiting their performance and comfort? Now that you know the common materials that provide cut resistance, how do you decide which level of cut protection to buy?

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Work Gearz

OCTOBER 3, 2022

Choosing prescription safety glasses for work can be confusing. The basic question seems simple enough – to pick the best set of safety glasses shouldn’t be that hard, should it? But there are many different options and features available in prescription safety glasses which makes it difficult to select the right one.

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GCP Applied Technologies

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

Residential building material warranties. How to read material warranties. Review GCP material warranty. There are two main types of warranties for residential building: the workmanship warranty and the manufacturer’s material warranty. A material warranty promises that the manufacturer properly constructed the product.

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GCP Applied Technologies

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

Residential building material warranties. How to read material warranties. Review GCP material warranty. There are two main types of warranties for residential building: the workmanship warranty and the manufacturer’s material warranty. A material warranty promises that the manufacturer properly constructed the product.

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FDR Safety

JULY 2, 2018

Rather than risking a horrible injury, take the family to your local fireworks display and let certified professionals handle the dangerous materials. FDRsafety’s Safety Culture Training has impacted over 500,000 members of our nation’s workforce by focusing on “The Why” of Safety. Monitor All Children.

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Construction Junkie

MARCH 2, 2021

From March 3-March 7, OSHA invites construction employers and stakeholders to take part in their 8th annual National Safety Stand Down to Prevent Falls in Construction. For those in the social media scene, you can share highlights of your own stand down of follow along with others by using #StandDown4Safety wherever hashtags apply.

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Construction Business Owner

AUGUST 1, 2023

This is why, it is essential for workers to have head-to-toe protection including hand protection, arc flash- and flame-resistant clothing, safety helmets, and face shields. In this article, we will discuss the key materials used in manufacturing arc flash-resistant gloves. Click here to read more.

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ENR Construction

OCTOBER 27, 2021

An e-ticketing system that keeps track of trucks delivering materials to construction sites is gaining popularity among contractors and owners for its potential to speed up invoice processes, increase safety and eliminate paper.

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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. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), almost 3 out of 100 full-time workers were injured on the job in 2019.

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Construction Marketing

MAY 17, 2023

Safety and Risk Management Safety and risk management are paramount in the construction industry. Implementing robust safety measures and effective risk management strategies are essential for protecting workers, minimizing accidents, and ensuring project success.

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BD+C

MAY 25, 2023

Safety AND Security: The Importance of Component Compatibility 1 kcichowicz Thu, 05/25/2023 - 09:31 With proposed and passed laws, it’s important lawmakers and building professionals acknowledge the interplay between fire safety and building security.

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