Stok

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Regarding real estate specifically, the latest Global Status Report released by UNEP this week found that built environment energy consumption has increased beyond pre-pandemic peak levels by 2%, calling for an urgent increase in energy efficiency in both new construction and existing buildings.

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Risk Income Liability Banking 52

Green Building Law Update

NOVEMBER 15, 2020

And these questions are not unfounded because as of November 1, 2020, legal industry databases of state and federal litigation are tracking more than 6,100 cases involving Covid-19 claims. We believe the best approach to keeping people safe and mitigating risk to owners of buildings is to employ a variety of interventions.

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Liability Legal Claims Insurance 293

Job Order Contracting

MAY 6, 2022

Shared profit and risk and jointly developed project goals and values are keystones for team alignment for any project. Construction Management at Risk in Health Care Projects. Journal of Legal Affairs and Dispute Resolution in Engineering and. Leite, F., & Mulva, S. 36 Team Integration and. Journal of. in the Public Sector.

Procurement 221

Procurement Plans Construction Life Cycle 221

Construction Marketing

JUNE 19, 2023

Crane certifications are crucial for construction site operations due to their critical role and potential risks. A solid commitment to safety can help reduce legal liabilities resulting from accidents or non-compliance with safety regulations. They demonstrate the crane operators’ proper training, knowledge, and machine operation.

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Certification Site Accidents OSHA 178

Lets Build

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

Being able to define the major sources of risk in your projects can eventually pave the way for faster and cheaper delivery without having to compromise quality. That being said, coming up with an effective risk management framework across different projects is possible. How we could define risk in a construction project.

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Risk Management Construction Claims 60

Green Building Law Update

FEBRUARY 26, 2022

In a widely accepted definition, Zero Waste is, The conservation of all resources by means of responsible production, consumption, reuse, and recovery of products, packaging, and materials without burning and with no discharges to land, water, or air that threaten the environment or human health.”.

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Claims Certification San Francisco Resource 156

Green Building Law Update

JULY 25, 2021

The initial draft includes: What purports to be an only modest change to REC definition is proposed, but this modification to that ultimate defined term risks negatively impacting the value of hundreds of millions of dollars of real estate each year. A de minimis conditions is not a recognized environmental condition.”. of this report.

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Site Drafting United States Regulation 296

Green Building Law Update

AUGUST 22, 2021

ESG has become such a large component of my law practice that I am now collaborating with a fabulous group attorneys in ESG Legal Solutions, LLC, a new non-law consulting firm. As an option, we can further assist them with an independent third party certification to mitigate any risk in showcasing their ethical sourcing credentials.

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Legal Risk Sustainability California 177

Pro Builder

JULY 27, 2020

What Are the Legal Safeguards for Getting Back to Work? As builders and trade contractors start to get back on track following the impact of COVID-19 and its restrictions, there are legal concerns to consider. Mon, 07/27/2020 - 12:57. Mike Beirne, Senior Editor. COVID-19 Testing: At What Cost Privacy?

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Green Building Law Update

AUGUST 13, 2017

In an effort to mitigate risk you should not contract directly with an environmental consultant, but rather your attorney should contract with that consultant. Be aware, however, only where the document or communication is primarily concerned with legal assistance does it come within the attorney-client privilege.

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Safety Services Company

JANUARY 5, 2024

As temperatures drop, the risks for contractors and construction workers multiply, from cold stress-related ailments to hazardous working conditions. Understanding and mitigating these risks is crucial for ensuring the safety and well-being of you and your team if you’re working in such environments.

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Safety Accidents Construction Risk 81

FDR Safety

NOVEMBER 1, 2019

The Summit brought together safety and legal professionals from chemical manufacturing, petroleum refining, paper and other industries covered by OSHA’s PSM Standard and EPA’s RMP Rule, with officials from the relevant regulatory agencies. Unfortunately, we find that much of this training has no foundation… Let me explain.

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Risk Safety Feasibility Foundation 223

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 20, 2021

The errors and poor processes result in change orders, project delays, and legal disputes. All off the require tools and support services to create integrated environments, to address all of the above issues, and more, are readily available. 10% are due to equipment and/or materials delays, most off which could have been foreseen.

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Schedule Management Procurement Construction 163

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 12, 2018

Shared Financial Risk and Reward Based on Project Outcome. Virtual Elimination of Legal Disputes, Change Orders, and Potential for Fraud. Environment of Mutual Trust and Respect. Mandatory Collaboration – Early and Ongoing Information Sharing. Reward for Consensus-based, Outcome-focused Decisions and Actions.

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Contract Change Orders Legal Documentation 100

Green Building Law Update

JULY 18, 2021

However, many legal commentators observing that President Biden having represented Delaware for 36 years in the U.S. The EPA reports, “there is evidence that exposure to PFAS can lead to adverse health outcomes. The settlement agreement is a fascinating read about PFAS contamination.

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Delaware Claims Equity Agreement 156

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

The inherent business-breaking risk can even lead many subcontractors to refrain from bidding on projects if a general contractor or an owner has a reputation for slow payments. Faster payment cycles are essential for GCs and subcontractors alike to stay profitable in today’s fast-paced and evolving economic environment. Why Payapps?

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Autodesk Cash Flow Construction Risk 87

FDR Safety

AUGUST 29, 2018

PLAY AT YOUR OWN RISK” is an example of this type of sign. Over the past years, I have performed hundreds of Task Based Risk Assessments (See past blogs for a description of the TaBRA methodology). I would estimate that only 5-10% of identified high risk task elements result from the hazards of machine motion.

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Safety Risk Injury Feasibility 120

FDR Safety

AUGUST 29, 2018

PLAY AT YOUR OWN RISK” is an example of this type of sign. Over the past years, I have performed hundreds of Task Based Risk Assessments (See past blogs for a description of the TaBRA methodology). I would estimate that only 5-10% of identified high risk task elements result from the hazards of machine motion.

Safety 120

Safety Risk Injury Feasibility 120

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 20, 2023

To meet their responsibilities as stakeholders of the built environment ( facilities and other built structures ), public sector owners need to have the ability create credible construction cost estimate for ALL repair, renovation, maintenance (FSRM), and new build projects.

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Estimating CSI Life Cycle Construction 219

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

The water sector is undergoing a transformation as they seek to deliver better outcomes for their customers and the environment alike. In the UK, the water industry announced its commitment to a carbon zero future by 2030, which is decades before the government’s legally binding target of 2050.

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BIM Risk Environment Accounting 98

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 13, 2019

Shared Risk/Reward. Planning, estimating, negotiating, procuring, managing, and closing out projects are all phases that are fully defined within a LEAN construction environment. Both change orders and legal disputes can be virtually eliminated with a properly designed and managed LEAN construction procurement and delivery framework.

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FDR Safety

NOVEMBER 25, 2013

A recent report by Marsh Risk Consulting cites a shortage of skilled construction workers in markets across the country, including Pittsburgh, Seattle, and Phoenix. In this environment, some contractors are stretching their hiring standards to meet project demands.”. Bureau of Labor Statistics. in 2006.). Accident Prevention'

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Safety Construction Accidents Phoenix 120

Building Information Management

NOVEMBER 29, 2012

BIM is the efficient full life cycle operation of the built environment, with the promise of managing Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and associated physical and functional conditions in concert with an organization’s changing needs. Appropriate distribution of risk. So… back to the legal aspects of BIM.

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Legal BIM Life Cycle Procurement 40

Building Information Management

NOVEMBER 29, 2012

BIM is the efficient full life cycle operation of the built environment, with the promise of managing Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and associated physical and functional conditions in concert with an organization’s changing needs. Appropriate distribution of risk. So… back to the legal aspects of BIM.

Legal 40

Legal BIM Life Cycle Procurement 40

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 9, 2018

When compared to the industry norm of 75% of all construction projects being over budget, delayed, or resulting in legal disputes. LEAN Job Order Contracting deployed via the OpenJOC Solution, requires collaboration, financial transparency, shared risk/reward, and mutual respect/trust among program participants. Shared risk/reward.

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Life Cycle Construction Procurement Budgeting 100

Green Building Law Update

JANUARY 31, 2021

PFAS is very persistent in the environment and in the human body, meaning these chemicals don’t break down, accumulating over time, and as such have been referred to ‘forever chemicals’ making them an emergent environmental catastrophe.

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Site Commercial United States Regulation 156

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 16, 2018

Consider total cost of the project/program, including change orders, potential for legal disputes, and especially prior performance on similar projects. Common Data Environment (CDE) – Use a unit price book that outlines and details ALL required construction tasks, inclusive of labor, material, and equipment information.

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Products Management Life Cycle Construction 100

Construction Law

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Projects may also risk litigation for failing to mitigate the release of carbon in their design, construction and operation. Interest from private funders to invest in low carbon infrastructure is said to be growing, but financial markets are highly sensitive to risk and see climate change as a big risk factor. Nick Barrett.

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Claims Risk Infrastructure Finance 52

Green Building Law Update

FEBRUARY 7, 2021

Additionally, it is suggested in the U.S. it is better to do the right thing, now, rather than be forced to do so by new laws.

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Equity Sustainability Defense Green 257

Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Without completing it, you risk losing qualifications or compliance until it’s finished. Staying current through the annual update is essential for contractors to legally and safely conduct work on regulated properties and projects. Safety Promotion – This serves as a way to promote continual safety reinforcement for contractors.

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FAQ Contractors Management OSHA 74

Green Building Law Update

JUNE 19, 2016

TSCA was enacted in 1976 to protect the environment and the public’s health against risks posed by chemicals in materials in commerce. The first step will consist of an EPA risk evaluation and a second step for risk management. The new law sets a 3 year deadline for all risk evaluations.

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Risk Regulation Materials United States 149

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 11, 2017

Furthermore, a common data environment (CDE) is a fundamental element. A standardized set of terms, definitions, and data formats is needed. Neither can be accomplished through a third-party, i.e. a consultant, without risk of poor performance and/or increased potential for mismanagement.

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BIM Life Cycle Legal Management 100

ENR Construction

JULY 31, 2012

Environment. Legal Fallout Spreads from Trainor Glass Default. Risk management. BONUS: ENR Future Tech & ENR Risk Review at no additional charge. contact us. industry jobs. SUBSCRIBE TODAY. & receive immediate web access $82 a year (includes full web access)-->. Search our site: Infrastructure. Transportation.

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Legal FAQ News Education 41

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 12, 2018

A LEAN Facilities Management Roadmap can help any committed organization maximize value from its built environment. Short and long-term performance requirements for the built environment in terms of cost, physical condition, and functional condition are quantitatively specified, including associated timelines and budgets. Procurement.

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Management Organization Environment Plans 100

Green Building Law Update

JUNE 19, 2016

TSCA was enacted in 1976 to protect the environment and the public’s health against risks posed by chemicals in materials in commerce. The first step will consist of an EPA risk evaluation and a second step for risk management. The new law sets a 3 year deadline for all risk evaluations.

Risk 120

Risk Regulation Materials United States 120

ENR Construction

JULY 22, 2012

Environment. Contractors Should Beware of Recovery Risks. Description: Contractors face recovery risk when they take on too much work after they’ve depleted their staff, cash and other resources. Risk management. BONUS: ENR Future Tech & ENR Risk Review at no additional charge. contact us. industry jobs.

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Risk Engineering Contractors FAQ 47

Constructonomics

NOVEMBER 21, 2013

Yet, for some reason, the inclusion of effective evacuation equipment for use in the event of an emergency is an all-too-common afterthought – when, in fact, its inclusion at the construction stage is far safer, more legally compliant and more cost effective. Immediate Legal Compliance. Eliminates Site Disruption; Reduces Overall Cost.

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Safety Legal Construction Equipment 138