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Mass Timber Buildings: Sustainable Path to Net Zero Goals

CCR Magazine

Swinerton’s early commitment to mass timber began in 2016 with the design, permitting, and construction of the then largest mass timber office building in the U.S.First Tech Federal Credit Union Oregon Corporate Campuswhich was delivered four months faster and four percent cheaper than structural steel.

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Designing for recovery: The role of flooring in healthcare facilities

Construction Specifier

When specifying interior finishes such as flooring, building professionals should take the utmost care to ensure all materials help advance these overarching quality measurement components. 15 Improve indoor air quality ( IAQ ) As one of the largest surfaces in a building, flooring is the foundation of cleaner, healthier indoor air.

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Essential Electrical Inspection Facts Every Homeowner Must Know

CCR Magazine

From preventing electrical fires to ensuring your home complies with the latest safety standards, this guide covers it all. Think of it as a health check-up but for your home’s wiring and electrical systems. Ensuring Compliance with Safety Standards Building codes and electrical safety standards are constantly evolving.

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OSHA Top 10 Series: Fall Protection Applications and Innovative Technology

Safety Services Company

As part of our continued focus on OSHA’s Top Ten most frequently cited violations to its standards, in this article we will focus specifically on Fall Protection as it is the number one most commonly cited standard for 2018. OSHA Regulations. Fall Arrest Systems can be used to stop a worker’s fall. Emerging Technologies.

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OSHA Top 10 Series: Fall Protection Applications and Innovative Technology

Safety Services Company

As part of our continued focus on OSHA’s Top Ten most frequently cited violations to its standards, in this article we will focus specifically on Fall Protection as it is the number one most commonly cited standard for 2018. OSHA Regulations. Fall arrest systems can be used to stop a worker’s fall. Emerging Technologies.

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The next steps for a sustainable, decarbonized future

BD+C

The next steps for a sustainable, decarbonized future 0 qpurcell Thu, 03/02/2023 - 13:03 Sustainability For building owners and developers, the push to net zero energy and carbon neutrality is no longer an academic discussion. Government regulators are increasingly requiring that buildings perform more efficiently.

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WALKING WORKING SURFACES: OSHA RULE UPDATE

Safety Services Company

On November 17, 2016, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issued a Final Rule designed to better protect workers at risk of falls from heights or on the same level. The Rule updates and clarifies standards, and adds training and inspection requirements. there are now numerous additional protection options.