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Why You Should Document Jobsite Safety Inspections

Construction Business Owner

They further require that an employer’s injury and illness prevention program must provide for “frequent and regular inspections of the jobsite” [reference 29 CFR 1926.20(b)(2)].'

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Bird Friendly Building now the Law in Howard County

Green Building Law Update

What [the bill] really is referring to is these big, glass buildings today that literally threaten the existence of birds because birds fly into the glass, unable to realize that it is glass, and they are dying by the millions as a result of these big, glass buildings,” said County Council chair, Deb Jung, who sponsored the bill.

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What to Do When LOTO is Not Feasible

FDR Safety

Most employers recognize that tasks which are routine, repetitive and integral to production qualify for the Minor Servicing Exemption to 29 CFR 1910.147 , Control of Hazardous Energy, commonly referred to as LOTO. Document why power is needed and LOTO is not feasible. Review the tasks and perform Task Based Risk Assessment.

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6 Ways Contractors Can Save Money with Technology

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Because everyone involved in a construction project can reference BIM models as needed, there’s less confusion, fewer mistakes and consequently fewer delays. But today’s new technologies make it easier to monitor safety and avoid common injuries. BIM can even help building owners with maintenance down the road.

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Feasibility For Machine Guarding Is A Big Deal For Employers and Employees

FDR Safety

Maybe there was an injury, and you added a guard, but the guard made it difficult or impossible to unjam the equipment or operate the machine. Documentation of infeasibility is extremely important because the Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission (OSHRC) has recognized feasibility when ruling on contested cases.

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FDR Safety

Maybe there was an injury, and you added a guard, but the guard made it difficult or impossible to unjam the equipment or operate the machine. Documentation of infeasibility is extremely important because the Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission (OSHRC) has recognized feasibility when ruling on contested cases.

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Tech Tools for Builders: Mobile Apps

Pro Builder

The Punch List app purports to generate simple PDF files including progress photos, notes, and other site audit documents and email them to clients, homeowners, inspectors, and partners. It documents walk-throughs and closeouts, ensuring important items are reported and quickly addressed. . Punch list and site audit. Build your own.

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