Construction Law

MARCH 28, 2024

The Building Safety Regulator (BSR) was expected to publish long-awaited technical guidance on second staircases rules as we went to press. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details.

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Construction Law

MARCH 28, 2024

The Government’s new suite of planning regulations that ministers will use to determine ‘nationally significant’ road and rail projects came in for criticism during a debate in the House of Commons on Tuesday. See the panel to the right. Subscribers to the printed magazine get access to the entire Construction law website.

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Construction Law

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

The Building Safety Regulator has confirmed that high-rise residential blocks will not always need to have a complete design in order to receive building control approval. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details. See the panel to the right.

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Construction Dive

JUNE 23, 2016

To take effect by the end of August, the new regulations, known as Part 107, sets height and speed restrictions, operational limits, and safety and privacy guidelines. On Tuesday, the FAA unveiled its long awaited operational rules for routine commercial use of small unmanned aircraft systems (UAS or "drones").

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HardHatChat

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Like any CRE sector, the cannabis industry comes with its own set of nuances for planning and executing construction projects – particularly since it is relatively new and highly regulated. That said, state regulations do add some additional layers to the nuts and bolts of these projects.

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FDR Safety

MAY 13, 2024

OSHA AND FEASIBILITY The OSH Act is the relevant law, and OSHA standards are the relevant regulations for most employers and employees in the United States. The good news is that the OSHA Field Operations Manual and several OSHRC rulings can help defend a position of the infeasibility of guarding methods.

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FDR Safety

MAY 13, 2024

OSHA AND FEASIBILITY The OSH Act is the relevant law, and OSHA standards are the relevant regulations for most employers and employees in the United States. The good news is that the OSHA Field Operations Manual and several OSHRC rulings can help defend a position of the infeasibility of guarding methods.

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Construction Law

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

million after being found guilty of corporate manslaughter and breaching health and safety regulations when an employee was run over and killed by a loading shovel. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details. A recycling company has been fined £2.15

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Construction Law Monitor

FEBRUARY 17, 2014

I have had the fortune of representing owners, developers, suppliers and purveyors in this industry here in the New Orleans area. This is a very heavily regulated industry, with complex deals and transactions happening daily. All of these aspects are heavily regulated by both local and state government. Gas Related Regulation.

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 26, 2014

The story from ABC news with video of an astronaut describing the situation paints a trying ordeal that put the astronauts life in danger, because of a simple malfunction. Just two cups of water created the hazardous situation affecting his hearing and breathing ability.

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Natural Building

DECEMBER 4, 2020

Once adopted into the International Residential Code, each code must be specifically adopted by a jurisdiction to become a part of its building regulations, with room for modifications. The post News About Earthbags Solving Climate Problems appeared first on Natural Building Blog.

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Construction Enquirer

MAY 16, 2023

The National Access & Scaffolding Confederation (NASC) has released its annual Safety Report showing the lowest rates of accidents among NASC contractor members since records began – indisputably proving that audited, regulated, NASC membership leads to safe scaffolding and access operations. It’s great news for the sector.”

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Construction Law Monitor

FEBRUARY 17, 2014

I have had the fortune of representing owners, developers, suppliers and purveyors in this industry here in the New Orleans area. This is a very heavily regulated industry, with complex deals and transactions happening daily. All of these aspects are heavily regulated by both local and state government. Gas Related Regulation.

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Construction Equipment

JULY 20, 2015

The legislation moves to the House for passage, reports Trucker News. Transportation and Commerce Committee approved a transportation regulatory package that would affect the trucking industry. If passed the regulatory package would:

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Constructlaw

OCTOBER 3, 2023

The trend toward sustainability and green buildings continues, with regulations such as New York City’s Local Law 97 mandating emission cuts from 2024. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms”, continues to provide expert counsel on complex construction projects and disputes.

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HardHatChat

AUGUST 7, 2019

Like any CRE sector, the cannabis industry comes with its own set of nuances for planning and executing construction projects – particularly since it is relatively new and highly regulated. That said, state regulations do add some additional layers to the nuts and bolts of these projects. Think Nationally, Build Locally.

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Construction Law

MAY 2, 2024

News Our regular news round up includes a survey saying collaboration is on the rise; Network Rail promises a partnering approach in its new framework; and a warning that carbon reduction policy risks legal challenge. billion A9 Dualling programme.

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Construction Equipment

MARCH 28, 2019

Although laws, regulations, training programs, and improvements in PPE have made the workplace less dangerous since the 1940s, according to an article in the Daily Commercial News written by the CEO of eCompliance, training programs have stalled since the 1990s. According to the article, 40 random…

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Construction Equipment

MARCH 28, 2019

Although laws, regulations, training programs, and improvements in PPE have made the workplace less dangerous since the 1940s, according to an article in the Daily Commercial News written by the CEO of eCompliance, training programs have stalled since the 1990s. According to the article, 40 random…

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Construction Enquirer

MAY 10, 2023

“However, regulations are likely to change to require two staircases in buildings over 30 metres, so we have taken the decision to pause the development at this early point in the construction process until we have a better understanding of what the new regulations will mean. ”

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Construction Enquirer

JULY 4, 2023

“Kingspan Insulated Panels’ products manufactured in the UK remain in full compliance with relevant Building Regulations and supported by independent certification via FM Approvals. “Kingspan Insulated Panels are typically used in the external envelope and internal fit-out of a wide range of non-residential building types.”

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Construction Specifier

AUGUST 31, 2021

Beyond the global pandemic and events in the news, both episodic weather events and new environmental regulations are placing extreme demand on building materials, including insulation. Extreme weather, climate concerns, and new regulations. Photos courtesy Owens Corning.

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FDR Safety

FEBRUARY 8, 2013

OSHA citations come and go, but the agency’s news releases never die – even when they announce alleged violations at companies who are eventually found not to be in violation of OSHA regulations. What happened to innocent until proven guilty?) A case in point. OSHA ought to be willing to take a dose of its own medicine.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

OCTOBER 16, 2018

You have no shortage of ways to consume media these days, but we’ve found podcasts can be a great way to learn something new, hear from interesting people or keep up with the latest construction news while you’re commuting to work, exercising or cooking dinner. When you’re short on time, that’s a win, right? CONEXPO-CON/AGG Radio.

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Construction Junkie

JANUARY 22, 2021

OSHA also has regulations for using a helicopter to lift, specifically 29 CFR 1926.551. Full story: Video: Helicopter drops huge air conditioning unit onto downtown Oakland street | The Mercury News.

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Construction Enquirer

MAY 3, 2023

The house builder was found guilty of charges relating to breaches in Environmental Permitting Regulations at Cwmbran Magistrates Court on Wednesday. We will not hesitate to take appropriate action against those who disregard regulations and jeopardise the natural environment we all know and love.” in costs.

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Green Building Law Update

FEBRUARY 21, 2021

But there is has been a dramatic increase that we can track anecdotally because within the last month there have been news media accounts in the New York Times and on NPR. The National Insurance Crime Bureau, the public source for vehicle theft data reported to insurance companies, stopped tracking catalytic converter thefts in 2015.

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Construction Enquirer

JULY 3, 2023

Thames is seeking technical partners to explore ambitious plans to transfer water from other regional water companies using a new national pipeline network as well as drawing up plans for new reservoirs in the south east.

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Safety Services Company

OCTOBER 20, 2021

News: OSHA has given notice to Arizona, Utah, and South Carolina that they are not doing enough to protect health care workers. What happened? Currently, this is the agreement with 22 states. OSHA has determined that these three states are not complying with this agreement. What is this about?

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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

Tri Nguyen, founder and CEO of Network Capital Funding Corporation, forecasts possible changes to lending regulations, more attraction to affordable locales, and a reemergence of housing inventory. It is my hope that we will continue to see more regulations emerge with borrowers as beneficiaries.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 30, 2019

New construction technologies to attract younger workers, a push toward green building and the good and bad news in safety — these highlight some of the top stories in April. Joysticks and Simulations: The New Construction Recruiting Tools. Want more takes on the news and issues permeating the construction industry?

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Pro Builder

JANUARY 7, 2021

It also extends the reach of our staff of experts, including top economists, tax specialists, attorneys, and financial, regulatory, and technical experts who specialize in understanding and addressing the effects of government rules and regulations on the housing industry. nahb.org/news-and-economics/blogs-and-publications. .

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Construction Enquirer

JULY 2, 2023

FS2 will provide new or replacement passive and active fire protection measures for existing and new domestic and non-domestic buildings, as well as fire suppression, consultancy, waking watch services and cladding remediation. We also recognise the valuable knowledge and capabilities of SMEs and by tapping into their expertise.

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Wolgast Corporation

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

The good news is that there are presently several rebates, tax incentives, and grants to off-set the associated costs required and also for additional implementations beyond the regulations. Energy efficiency compliance and improvements are going to be a factor in any new building or significant remodel. See more [link] ).

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Construction Law

APRIL 2, 2024

News Our news round up looks at Birmingham City Council on the verge of starting the judicial review application to try and reverse a government refusal to approve a major highways contract; a warning to avoid ‘group think’ in major public sector project delivery; and a new framework to promote the use of artificial intelligence in project delivery.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 12, 2018

If you work in construction, you’re familiar the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), whose standards regulate safety on the nation’s construction sites. You probably also know the agency isn’t known for making new rules quickly. Being compliant with OSHA regulations is imperative to a construction business’s success.

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Help Everybody Everyday

JANUARY 23, 2011

It’s an interview I did with Jan Tuchman, the Editor in Chief of Engineering News Record. ” To me, this anecdote highlighted the importance of my Build Business Interview with Jan Tuchman, Editor-in-Chief of Engineering News Record (ENR). .” Jan: It has a lot to do with developing your news instincts over the years.

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