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Amputations in Manufacturing – A New OSHA National Emphasis Program

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On December 10, 2019 OSHA published CPL 03-00-022 , National Emphasis Program on Amputations in Manufacturing Industries. This Instruction supersedes OSHA Instruction CPL 03-00-019, National Emphasis Program on Amputations that was published in August of 2015. For more advice on safety, please call us at (615) 628-8746.

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How To Manage VOCs In Construction

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Contractors can’t build a home or office without these common construction materials. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has a table that sets specific permissible exposure limits (PELs) for industrial workers. The construction industry relies on a vast array of materials.

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April 2014 newsletter

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Does OSHA Understand its Own Machine and Equipment Guarding Directive? Does OSHA Understand its Own Machine and Equipment Guarding Directive? It would appear that OSHA believes that all machinery/equipment with moving parts requires guarding regardless of its location or position. OSHA’s position is just wrong.

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Experience vs. Credentials: Does Your Commercial Construction Contractor Make the Grade?

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But typical of any construction office, there are also plenty of people like myself who worked their way up through the industry, and have extensive knowledge based on years of field experience. Take for example Englewood Construction President Bill DiSanto, who is a licensed architect through the University of Illinois.

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ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION

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OSHA recently reported that more than 4,000 workers died from workplace accidents last year, and nearly three million others were injured, or became ill, due to work-related actions. NEAR-MISS – Incidents where no property was damaged and no personal injury sustained. These should be considered warning signs.

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Autodesk Construction Champions 2023: 25 People Powering the Future of Construction 

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Additionally, the construction has made significant strides in sustainability and inclusivity, so professionals can contribute to a greener future while enjoying a more diverse work environment. She is a big proponent of sustainable practices, and Autodesk is a great resource for those looking to reduce wasted materials on jobsites.

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3D Printing in Construction: Growth, Benefits, and Challenges

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Also in 2016 , the Dubai Future Foundation built its Office of the Future via 3D printing , a major milestone for the technology in the commercial construction sector. Watch the video below to see how BAM and Saint-Gobain are changing the future of infrastructure with sustainable, scalable, and affordable 3D concrete printing solutions. .