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Exterior cavity fireblocking: Exceeding fire performance

Construction Specifier

These applications range from fireproofing of structural steel, through-penetration firestopping of mechanical and electrical service, perimeter edge sealing of fire doors, to joint and gap sealing to limit fire spread. For decades, buildings have relied on intumescent materials for fire control. 2022 New York City Building Code.

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6 Best Construction Hard Hats (Comfortable, Safe and Durable)

Work Gearz

This accessory is truly important for professionals who are at risk of falling debris, stones, objects, electric shock, or rain. 6 point suspension system with polyester textile straps offers unrivaled comfort without compromising performance. Structural strength and durability. Eight-point suspension system. Affordable.

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Electrical Workers Taking Deadly Safety Risks

Safety Services Company

A recently released report from the Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) states that electricity-related deaths in Ontario declined 38 per cent the past five years. Despite the positive trend, the organization cautioned that too many Ontarians — especially electrical workers —are dying from electrical accidents.

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Celebrating the 2023 Groundbreaker Award Winners

Procore

They pioneered the usage of drones in the field as early as 2012. When establishing Keen, the company’s founders, all industry veterans, knew the importance of a safety-first culture, which inspired the Keen Project Delivery System. BlueOval City, Ford’s newest and biggest campus to date is set to be a $5.6

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Revit OpEd: Electrical Panel Load Calculations

Revit OpEd

Tuesday, July 24, 2012. Electrical Panel Load Calculations. Another "inside" gem from Inside the System which offers deeper insight to how the numbers work. If you are a Revit MEP user and electrical is your game, then youll want to read it. of Echo , Electrical , Panel Reports. ▼ 2012. at 10:19 AM.

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#1 Fall Protection: Examining Top OSHA Violations of 2013

Safety Services Company

More importantly, according to the latest numbers released for occupational fatalities , “falls to lower level” was responsible for 12 percent of the deaths in 2012. Erect toeboards, screens or guardrail systems to prevent objects from falling. Unprotected sides must have a guardrail, safety net or personal fall arrest system.

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Revit OpEd: Revit 2013 Service Pack 1 Available

Revit OpEd

Friday, July 20, 2012. For Autodesk Revit Architecture, Autodesk Revit Structure, and Autodesk Revit MEP, you can find the update in the Data & Downloads > Updates section of each product page: Autodesk Revit Architecture 2013 UR1. Autodesk Revit Structure 2013 UR1. Autodesk® Revit® Structure 2013 Enhancements.