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Single-Family Zoning Creates Hurdles for Quick, Cost-Effective Construction

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Single-Family Zoning Creates Hurdles for Quick, Cost-Effective Construction. Now, the housing shortage has become a much more severe issue and Forbes says the top hurdle to creating cost-effective, rapid housing is single-family zoning. Consider this alarming statistic that illuminates the disconnect: In the U.S., cbroderick.

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Preventing Falls: How Contractors can Master Ladder Safety One Step at a Time

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According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics , fall incidents in construction make up almost half of all fall-related fatalities in the workplace. Set Yourself Up for Success Now that you have the right ladder for the job and it’s fully inspected and compliant with regulations, it’s time for a proper setup!

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Preventing Falls: How Contractors can Master Ladder Safety One Step at a Time

Safety Services Company

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics , fall incidents in construction make up almost half of all fall-related fatalities in the workplace. Set Yourself Up for Success Now that you have the right ladder for the job and it’s fully inspected and compliant with regulations, it’s time for a proper setup!

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Home Builders Feel the Squeeze of Record-High Lot Prices

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New England almost always has the most expensive lots in the country, in part because of strict local zoning regulations that discourage high-density development. over the past 12 months and 13% year-to-date, according to the latest Producer Price Index (PPI) report released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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Distracted Driving

Safety Services Company

The statistics proving the dangers of texting are staggering. Regulations. In an attempt to keep the roads safe, in 2012, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) passed a series of regulations surrounding commercial drivers and texting.

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Construction Business Owner Blogs

Construction Business Owner

Compliance/Regulations. Industry Statistics. Recently I had a friend fall walking near a construction zone while carrying a case of water to her coffee shop. She tripped over one of the construction sign legs that was sticking out beyond the construction cone and fencing, but she was not walking in the construction zone.

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Construction Business Owner Blogs

Construction Business Owner

Compliance/Regulations. Industry Statistics. The more complex answer is workers are being pushed and pressured on production to the point that workers get into a zone of “get it done regardless of safety.” There are many excuses when it comes to ignoring safety regulations. Safety regulations are in place for a reason.