Pro Builder

APRIL 11, 2023

The content of ICC/THIA Standard 1215: Design, Construction, Inspection and Regulation of Tiny Houses for Permanent Occupancy will continue to cover tiny houses used for permanent occupancy on a foundation or on wheels as addressed in the IRC. All of these are available on the Code Council’s dedicated off-site construction webpage.

Housing 98

Housing Inspections Certification Regulation 98

Lets Build

DECEMBER 2, 2022

It’s a curious paradox that few industries are as tightly regulated and controlled as the construction sector, yet at the same time, few industries are as vulnerable to unexpected events. A construction quality management plan should be drafted as a standard document, to be applied to all future projects. Creating a plan.

Management 156

Management Construction Risk Cash Flow 156

FDR Safety

DECEMBER 10, 2014

Many of you may be wondering why, all of a sudden, OSHA is spending an inordinate amount of time inspecting the machines and equipment in plant maintenance areas. A properly documented risk assessment may not prevent OSHA violations, but should, and will, help mitigate the violation classification and attendant penalty.

OSHA 153

OSHA Risk Equipment Documentation 153

Construction Junkie

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

OSHA is responsible for creating and enforcing safety regulations in the U.S., Not only can you find out about recent regulation changes, and information about other great resources like this post, I also cover real-life safety incidents on jobsites throughout the country.

Resource 140

Resource Safety ProCore OSHA 140

Safety Services Company

SEPTEMBER 23, 2014

Too often companies are told that they need to have a safety manual to protect them from OSHA violations, and while that’s true, understanding how that works is just as informative to a safely run company as having all the right words and regulations in a policy. Do you inspect the worksite and enforce the policy?

Inspections 48

Inspections Safety Defense Documentation 48

Green Building Law Update

MARCH 10, 2019

Modern appreciation of the perils of lead resulted in the federal government banning the use of lead based paint in dwellings in 1978, as well as federal, state and local laws, including federal regulations that have at least since 1994 mandated certain disclosures in real estate transactions. More than three quarters of the U.S.

Leases 136

Leases Inspections Contract Regulation 136

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Army Job Order Contracting per GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY, ARMY FEDERAL ACQUISITION REGULATION SUPPLEMENT ( AFARS ) Subpart 5117.90 – Job Order Contracts 5117.9000 Scope of subpart. 1 Revised August 4, 2022 5117.9004 DOD FEDERAL ACQUISITION REGULATION SUPPLEMENT 5117.9004 Procedures.

Contract 228

Contract Office Negotiation Documentation 228

Lets Build

APRIL 15, 2020

Once feasibility is determined and all stakeholders and parties agree to advance the project, a project charter or project initiation document (PID) is then created, which includes the business case and the business needs. Are all contract documents signed? The PMP also archives baselines for scope, cost, and schedule.

Project Management 148

Project Management Management Construction Feasibility 148

Green Building Law Update

JULY 19, 2020

The bird-friendly design standards that the Director adopts by regulation and that are equivalent to Pilot Credit #55. The County Department of Inspections, Licenses and Permits statistics indicate it would apply to less than 1% of permits issued each year. with an average household in excess of $116,000.

New York City 289

New York City Green Maryland Permits 289

Autodesk Construction Cloud

APRIL 26, 2022

With their assisted reality safety solutions, construction teams can have hands-free access to project documents, plans, and models using simple voice commands, even in extremely noisy environments. . Safety managers can document and inspect issues, and provide timely communications right from their smartphone or tablet while on the jobsite.

Safety 98

Safety Innovation Construction Risk 98

Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

4 deadline — though much of what the gigantic, 490-page document requires will actually need to be put in place 30 days from the date of publication, said Alana Genderson, associate at Morgan Lewis. Regulations. Regulations. It is something employers are considering ahead of the Jan. It depends if you're a gambler, I guess.".

Employment 52

Employment OSHA Legal Regulation 52

Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 12, 2014

Even while creating new regulations and amending current ones to fit the workplace’s changing safety standards, OSHA is hard at work providing guidance material to help employers follow their rules, and answering questions and providing guidance on existing rules. December 27, 2013. February 4, 2013.

OSHA 48

OSHA Regulation Safety Inspections 48

Viewpoint Construction Technology

NOVEMBER 5, 2018

The fact of life about running a construction-related firm is that adherence to regulations, laws and specifications is a gargantuan challenge. Through site visits, inspections, compliance audits and education and advice sessions, the ABCC is able to closely observe contractors. But most importantly….

Software 130

Software Software Management Construction 130

Job Order Contracting

MAY 31, 2017

Based upon the type and location of the organization, the JOC Program Manager must assure that the JOC Program is in full compliance statues/regulations/laws pertaining to the acquisition and use of capital funds for a facility and/or physical infrastructure renovation, repair, maintenance, and/or minor new construction.

Contract 100

Contract Management Life Cycle Estimating 100

Safety Services Company

JULY 19, 2021

Specifically, NFPA 70E contains detailed information on how to protect workers from hazards associated with the installation, inspection, operation, maintenance, or demolition of electrical equipment. It’s best to stay up to date and be prepared, with any regulation. And the NFPA 70E standard outlines how to comply with the law.

OSHA 75

OSHA Electrical Safety Employment 75

Pro Builder

AUGUST 5, 2022

across 36 separate and independent jobsite safety inspections by SFI conducted between January and March of this year. And some of Thrive’s trade partners commission similar safety inspections, reporting, and training from SFI. Request OSHA pre-inspections for every new jobsite. Falls are the most common jobsite accidents.

Safety 72

Safety Resource Injury Construction 72

Construction Dive

DECEMBER 17, 2015

While the public awaits the FAA’s proposed new rules easing restrictions on using drones, the number of construction companies applying for and receiving FAA’s “333” exemptions under the current regulations continues to rise.

Las Vegas 48

Las Vegas Inspections Construction Regulation 48

Lets Build

OCTOBER 28, 2022

There are various regulations in place to help prevent these safety violations, particularly regarding personal protective equipment (PPE). Check this checklist: Workplace Safety Inspection. The second safety violation most commonly cited by OSHA is “struck by” accidents. Providing workers with high-visibility clothing.

Safety 141

Safety Accidents OSHA Construction 141

Green Building Law Update

JUNE 7, 2020

The documentation submitted to SDAT must include a certified copy of the ground lease redemption deed that has been filed in the land records of the appropriate county. 32 and 33) establish similar authority for amendments to the declaration of a condominium and the governing documents of an HOA. House Bill 149 (Ch. Home Builders.

Maryland 227

Maryland Leases Housing Commissioning 227

Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Stay on top of inspections and compliance audits Stay up-to-date with relevant safety regulations and standards to ensure full compliance. The smartest way to handle this is by doing regular audits and inspections.

AGC 105

AGC Construction Safety Autodesk 105

Safety Services Company

AUGUST 27, 2013

Develop regulations requiring reoccurring training for individuals certified on the operation of elevated work platforms. Develop regulations requiring mandatory training for elevated work platforms for workers and direct supervisors. Develop regulations regarding the documentation of daily inspections for elevated work platforms.

Safety 55

Safety Regulation Inspections Industrial 55

Safety Services Company

APRIL 5, 2018

OSHA Inspections. Workplace inspections and investigations are conducted by OSHA compliance safety and health officers trained in safety and industrial hygiene. Inspections are conducted without advance notice. What does the inspection process involve? The officer will determine the route and duration of the inspection.

OSHA 48

OSHA Safety Inspections Employment 48

Construction Cost Estimating

AUGUST 15, 2018

Indirect costs related to insurance, inspection and regulation are also raised significantly because of these inflated direct costs. Also, there may be personal injuries or fatalities because of collapsing of structure. Accidents throughout the construction process can also lead to personal injuries and greater costs.

Safety 40

Safety Accidents Inspections Construction 40

Safety Services Company

OCTOBER 22, 2012

Late last week the United Farm Workers of America filed a lawsuit against the California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) claiming the safety regulation group failed in its duty to enforce regulations protecting outdoor workers.

OSHA 49

OSHA Inspections Los Angeles Safety 49

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 18, 2016

facilities inspection programs generate requirements for sustainment, restoration, modernization work and minor new construction. Completed Individual Job Orders (IJO), Task Order (TO), or Job Orders (JO) are submitted to the a designated office/person in accordance with regulations and standard procedures. requirements. The project.

Contract 100

Contract Procurement Negotiation Project Management 100

Constructonomics

JANUARY 21, 2014

When the safety officers inspected Ilford landlord Mohammed Saleem’s property (read full report here ) they found no ventilation, no fire alarm, no fire doors and no other safe means of exiting the property during an emergency as among the fire and general safety violations. an extension).

Safety 148

Safety Risk Equipment Regulation 148

Building Information Management

DECEMBER 23, 2015

A listing of potential JOC documents and document templates and associated reporting requirements provides some insight as to what goes in to setting up, or standing up a JOC program. The following is a listing of JOC documents/document template that conceivably might be involved. location, or legislation/regulation.

Contract 40

Contract Certification Documentation Bidding 40

Levelset

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Document & track safety incidents. Proper and detailed documentation could make a difference in a legal case in which responsibility for a mishap must be determined. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), almost 3 out of 100 full-time workers were injured on the job in 2019.

Safety 52

Safety Site Injury Construction 52

FDR Safety

APRIL 27, 2017

USPS faces $111K in fines after OSHA inspection again finds hazards at Maryland facility. OSHA wants to hear from the public on draft Process Safety Management guidance documents. Illinois contractor fined $267K after continuing to expose workers to fall hazards. The time limit now remains as it was at six months.

OSHA 149

OSHA Safety Injury Employment 149

Building Information Management

MAY 27, 2016

Formalize and Document all JOC policies, procedures, or guidelines with a JOC Operations Manual associate with the Contract. U pdate Contract information and Terms Regularly and assure compliance with Federal, State, and Local regulations. Formalized Project Inspection and Project Closeout Processes and Procedures.

Contract 40

Contract Consulting Documentation Guidelines 40

Lets Build

MAY 19, 2023

It also provides a quality control checklist to simplify the inspection process and ensure every aspect of the project has been checked. Create an inspection plan Creating an inspection plan is a crucial aspect of construction quality management. Having an inspection plan in place enhances the overall quality management process.

Management 141

Management Inspections Construction Plans 141

Green Building Law Update

MARCH 5, 2017

Standards produced by ASHRAE are consensus documents developed and published to define minimum values of acceptable performance. ASHRAE is looking for new members to serve on the ASHRAE Project Committee for SSPC 189.1 Standard for the Design of High Performance Green Buildings Except Low Rise Residential Buildings. ASHRAE 189.1

Defense 189

Defense Green Sustainability Environment 189

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 15, 2018

Project Work is Executed – Final Project Schedule – Pre-construction – Project Safety and Quality Control Meetings – Selection of Subcontractors and Suppliers – Project Management and Site Supervision – Ongoing Communications with Owner/Client – Inspection – Project Closeout and Turnover of Documentation. OpenJOC Benefits. Contact us.

Contract 100

Contract Change Orders Procurement Estimating 100

Fieldwire

JANUARY 11, 2023

Keeping accurate safety documentation not only helps protect contractors from potential litigation, but also improves jobsite safety by identifying hazards and reducing risk before work even begins. Despite the clear advantages of digitalisation in construction, there is still some resistance.

Safety 52

Safety Accidents Injury Software 52

Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 23, 2018

Make sure you know the regulations that apply to your work environment and how to comply with them. Workplace Safety Training & Documentation. You know and understand OSHA regulations pertinent to the job you are doing. The Benefits of Documentation. Workplace Safety & Health Plans. Hazard Evaluations.

Safety 48

Safety Accidents Equipment OSHA 48

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

The government is aiming to “overhaul regulations, creating lasting generational change and setting out a clear pathway on how residential buildings should be constructed, maintained and made safe.”. A new Building Safety Regulator will oversee the implementation and enforcing of the legislation, with stringent penalties for noncompliance.

Safety 52

Safety Regulation Modeling Risk 52

Building Information Management

MAY 3, 2016

An independent owner estimate may also be prepared for projects/task orders above a specified dollar threshold as specified in the Job Contract and/or associated regulations. Upon completion of the project/task order, the contractor will notify the PM and request a final inspection. Owner Estimate. Owner Sign Off.

Life Cycle 40

Life Cycle Contract Change Orders Estimating 40