Viewpoint Construction Technology

MARCH 29, 2018

To get ahead, it’s also important for contractors to keep up with what’s going on throughout the construction industry. Bureau of Labor Statistics just released February employment data, which shows the construction industry added 61,000 net new jobs in February, bringing the industry’s unemployment rate to 7.8

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Green Building Law Update

SEPTEMBER 24, 2017

The best way to mitigate risk in your green building project are properly drafted contract documents prepared by this law firm or by another attorney with green building experience. The American Institute of Architects has published standard form construction industry documents since 1888. That may sound self serving, but it is true.

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Safety Services Company

JUNE 13, 2024

In June, as we celebrate National Safety Month 2024 , it’s imperative to acknowledge the strides made in safety technology within industries like construction, oil, and gas. Furthermore, the construction industry has the highest reported rates of avoidable injuries and fatalities. It’s time to rewrite these narratives.

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FDR Safety

JULY 12, 2016

OSHA’s new, misguided requirement for detailed electronic reporting of injury and illness data by employers has come under legal challenge by a coalition of trade associations, employers and an insurance company. The post Legal challenge to injury and illness data reporting rule appeared first on FDRsafety.

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Safety Services Company

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

The oil and gas industry plays a significant role in the global energy landscape and contribute to 82% of total primary energy consumption in the world. However, the industry is exposed to many risks that can significantly impair operations, the environment, and the safety of people.

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Safety Services Company

JANUARY 6, 2025

The updated OSHA 300 Log requirements target high-hazard industries (think Construction, Oil and Gas, Manufacturing, Healthcare). Not all industries are in the mix, though. Low-hazard industries like retail, real estate, and finance may get a pass. Your companys legal name (yep, no abbreviations here). Sound like a lot?

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Lets Build

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

For many players in construction, the industry needs to change the way stakeholders communicate and, by extension, collaborate with each other. The new normality that was violently introduced not only to our industry but also to our societies, due to COVID-19, calls for a new approach around project management. Let’s talk numbers.

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Construction Marketing

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Having snow removal insurance is important, considering the risks and dangers of snow removal and deicing. Because of their nature of work, snow removal contractors are usually exposed to many risks, which may include anything from third-party injuries to equipment. Usually, more business means more liability risks.

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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. Industry Experience and Attitudes toward Integrated Project Delivery. Journal of Legal Affairs and Dispute Resolution in Engineering and.

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Green Building Law Update

DECEMBER 1, 2011

I will also be participating in an upcoming green building legal webinar with the ABA Fidelity and Surety Law Committee. Surety bonds are often misunderstood within the green building industry. Hope you enjoy the podcast and let me know if you any thoughts or questions. For more information on this program, click here.

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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. I recently attended the 2 nd Annual Process Safety Summit in Washington DC on Oct 15-16, 2019.

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Construction Marketing

MAY 21, 2021

This encompasses the procedures, policies, and safety equipment and tools that have to be observed to mitigate the risk of many workplace accidents. But, if you work in the construction industry, this means that you need to have good tradesman boots and working boots to keep you protected. 2) Identify Your Individual Workplace Hazards.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MARCH 27, 2019

Beyond audits and external certifications, we strive to continue to be a leader in the construction software industry by leveraging common well known frameworks to facilitate a risk-based stratagem to security, adopting industry best practices for controls, and creating applications with a secure software development lifecycle ( SSDLC ).

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

OCTOBER 25, 2017

The 2016 JBKnowledge Construction Technology Report finds the construction industry has massive amounts of data at its fingertips from every project, and most of it just sits there. Risk management. Be it legal, safety, costs, or delays, construction is a high-risk business.

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Green Building Law Update

FEBRUARY 7, 2021

Modern slavery exists in every industry, in every country in the world. If businesses, including in the real estate industry look hard enough, they will find it in their supply chains. found construction as one of the top 25 industries where slavery takes place today. It is no longer acceptable to look the other way.

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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’re a highly regarded organization in the construction industry.

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Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 6, 2011

Industry News. Industry Statistics. In running a business, there must always be a certain amount of risk that you’re willing to take. Risk is healthy; it keeps things fresh and gives you the opportunity to evolve. I took a risk in 2005 and dressed up as Superman for a marketing campaign. Equipment Management.

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Green Building Law Update

JULY 25, 2021

million commercial and industrial real estate transactions in the United States each year, so you need to be aware of the revised standard expected to be issued later this year. The Phase l Environmental Site Assessment Standard E1527-13 will sunset in late 2021, eight years from its approval on November 6, 2013. The ASTM E50.02

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FDR Safety

DECEMBER 11, 2020

Table 2 provides one example for determining the risk for each hazard. By agreeing to the probability that an event may occur and then the potential severity of the event, then the risk can be determine. It is critical to remember the primary purpose of using Table 2 is to drive consistency between risk assessments.

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Building Radar

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Effective financial management in construction projects is crucial for ensuring profitability and sustainability in a highly competitive industry. Utilizing financial planning in the construction industry helps in forecasting and mitigating risks. Proper financial management minimizes risks and maximizes returns on investment.

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Wolgast Corporation

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

These types of problems have always existed in the Construction industry, but in this economy the problems are far worse than ever before. Why should you care? The lien laws protect people that supply the resources to build a building.

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Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 20, 2023

Define estimate’s purpose ■ Determine estimate’s purpose, required level of detail, and overall scope; ■ Determine who will receive the estimate Develop estimating plan ■ Determine the cost estimating team and develop its master schedule; ■ Determine who will do the independent cost estimate; ■ Outline the cost estimating approach; ■ Develop the estimate (..)

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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. Modern slavery exists in every industry, in every country in the world. Nancy Hudes and I are now publishing a new blog at www.ESGLegalSolutions.com (.

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Green Building Law Update

DECEMBER 10, 2017

Blockchain, a digitized, distributed ledger that records and shares information, could enable the real estate industry to address its ine?ciencies. Real estate is a highly regulated industry and real estate transactions must be recorded in a government ledger to be recognized and enforceable by all.

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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 game of risk. Risk assessments are never glamorous, but they’re essential throughout the lifespan of any project.

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Construction Business Owner

APRIL 5, 2012

Industry News. Industry Statistics. Green Construction & Construction Software » The Business of Construction Risk Management. With every project, no matter how big or small, there is always risk – risk of injury, financial responsibility, or quality assurance. First, they understand risk.

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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 25, 2023

Commercial real estate development involves the process of acquiring, designing, constructing, and leasing or selling commercial properties such as office buildings, retail centers, and industrial parks. Commercial real estate development also involves a significant amount of risk management.

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FDR Safety

NOVEMBER 25, 2013

The resurgence of the construction industry is, of course, good news, but it also comes with challenges on the safety front, including shortages of experienced workers and managers. One indicator of those challenges may be an increase in the construction industry’s fatality rate from 9.1 per 100,000 workers in 2011 to 9.5 in 2006.).

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Contrary to other industries with specific key performance indicators (KPIs) that benchmark productivity, the construction industry has traditionally lacked such KPIs to set those standards and thus optimize productivity. Also unique to our industry, we can use cost as the dividing factor (rather than time ) to measure success.

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 27, 2024

Once the project is complete, you will have an accurate, objective progress record to eliminate doubt and minimize the risk of legal disputes, improving the likelihood of repeat business. Bryce Munn Field Applications Engineer FARO Technologies Bryce Munn is a Field Applications Engineer (FAE) at FARO Technologies.

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Building Radar

AUGUST 13, 2024

Understanding the key legal considerations in construction contracts can help prevent disputes, manage risks, and ensure successful project completion. For a comprehensive guide on the legal aspects of construction contracts, visit AIA’s article on legal considerations.

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Building Radar

AUGUST 22, 2024

Construction projects, by their very nature, involve a significant degree of risk. From safety hazards to contractual disputes, the industry faces numerous liability issues that can lead to costly legal battles, project delays, and financial losses. Common Construction Liability Issues 1.

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Green Building Law Update

JANUARY 19, 2015

The growth since the data gathering for 2011 study has been significant with marijuana legalized for recreational use in four states and medicinal use in 19 states. Although non legal marijuana growing is hard to calculate, the association with high energy use has been accepted for decades.

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Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 28, 2020

Collaborative behavior is somewhat foreign within an industry segments known for mistrust, antagonistic relationships and legal disputes. Additionally a certain level of owner leadership and competency is a core requirement. That said, there is little overtly complex about LEAN collaborative methods.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 23, 2019

The biggest challenge in the construction industry today is labor. The recession triggered more than a decade ago left its mark on the industry, as many skilled workers laid off during the downturn left to take jobs in other industries. Rushing from project to project is inefficient, and risks cutting corners.

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

IS YOUR BUSINESS EFFECTIVELY PRIORITIZING CONSTRUCTION RISK MANAGEMENT? Truth be told, every industry involves risk. Ever-present risks can delay or completely derail investments. With that said, construction risk management should be a priority for your company. WHAT IS CONSTRUCTION RISK MANAGEMENT?

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

How Well Does Your Business Prioritize Construction Risk Management? Truth be told, every industry involves risk. Whether the project involves a multi-million-dollar office building or a three-story apartment complex, there are several risks that need to be considered in order to ensure the success of any construction project.

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