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INSPECTION OF A BRIDGE STRUCTURE - The Constructor

The Constructor

Hence, the bridge must be regularly inspected and maintained for the benefit of its users. There are three levels of inspection: 1. General inspection: Usual inspection of representative parts of a structure. Carried out nor more than two years after last general or principal inspection. After a major incident.

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Derailment inquiry exposes risk management shortfalls

Construction Law

Other inquiries are being made jointly by Police Scotland, British Transport Police and railway regulator the Office of Rail and Road. So part of the drainage system had not been inspected at all since 2012.

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Construction in Winter: Safety Tips to Know

Safety Services Company

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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Housing, Industrialized: Your Road Map to Off-Site Construction

Pro Builder

Housing, Industrialized: Your Road Map to Off-Site Construction. To assist those interested in making the journey, Pro Builder and the Pittsburgh-based Housing Innovation Alliance initiated a comprehensive “IC Road Map” with the help of a working group consisting of home builders, suppliers, researchers, and other industry experts.

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The Preconstruction Phase: Understanding the Process & Risks

Levelset

This portion of the phase might seem small, but the potential time and money savings down the road are anything but. Permit and inspections. The time for performing inspections and pulling necessary permits is the preconstruction phase. Managing financial risk during preconstruction. Learn more.

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Preventing flooring failures: Factors to consider in substrate prep

Construction Specifier

Without comprehensive knowledge of how moisture and pH impact flooring products and materials, an installer can place the entire installation at risk for callbacks down the road. According to Independent Floor Testing & Inspection (IFTI), the leading cause of flooring failures is moisture, costing the industry $2.4

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Addressing the Global Construction Labor Shortage: 3 Proven Steps to Success

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Due to the industry's inherent safety risks, candidates may be more discerning about the firms they work with. Conduct risk assessments regularly The best way to deal with safety issues is to address them before they even become "issues" in the first place. From there, immediately implement measures to mitigate risks.

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