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Safety Spotlight: OSHA’s Top 10 Most-Cited Standards

Viewpoint Construction Technology

When people are busy, though, safety can sometimes take a backseat to speed. But that way of thinking can be pretty detrimental, though, as a safety incident at one of your jobsites can really derail a project and could hurt the business’s bottom line. Common Construction Safety Violations in 2017. Scaffolding (1926.451).

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Effective Marketing For Diverse Construction Job Categories

Construction Marketing

Structural engineers design and analyze structures for stability and safety. Construction Managers Oversee the entire construction process, coordinating tasks, schedules, and resources. Health And Safety Professionals Develop and enforce safety protocols to minimize accidents and ensure compliance with regulations.

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Safety On Site - What It Can Mean For Your Construction Project

Wolgast Corporation

Safety is an important aspect of any business but especially in construction, where a little accident can have serious impacts to those involved; the trades people on site, the owner, and the contractor. In many instances, work would be put on hold because that equipment or material had to be in place to move forward with the schedule.

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Key Factors for Choosing a National Commercial Construction General Contractor

HardHatChat

Consider their portfolio, relevant qualifications, certifications, and familiarity with industry-specific requirements and regulations. Safety Record and Practices Safety should be a top priority when selecting a contractor. Our safety record is stellar. is essential. We put a premium on training.

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Typical JOC Process

Job Order Contracting

Determine project schedule and major milestones. Identify safety, security and hazardous material issues. Owner may prepare an internal estimate (Internal Government Estimate (IGE), based upon regulations.). Establish project goals. Determine if design services are required. Define building systems and quality of materials.

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Building a Strong Safety Culture

Safety Services Company

In recent years, many companies have started to realize the importance of building a strong safety culture within their workplace. The term “safety culture” can be defined as a company’s values, attitudes and beliefs about safety. We all must make safety a priority. Characteristics of a Strong Safety Culture.

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How to Prepare for OSHA’s New Crane Rule

Viewpoint Construction Technology

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. Being compliant with OSHA regulations is imperative to a construction business’s success. Construction Software to Manage Compliance.

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