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Complete Construction Terminology Cheat Sheet: US and AU Specific

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In this article, we’re serving up a construction terminology cheat sheet to demystify the jargon used in the United States (US) and Australia (AU). Importance of Construction Terminology Building terms and unique collocations are like the secret sauce that makes communication in the industry smooth and efficient.

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Define Construction Procurement

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While Federal, State, County, and Local Governments as well as other public entities may have volumes of regulations regarding construction procurement practices, in many cases they are outdated and do not include current LEAN construction procurement/delivery best management practices. Define Construction Procurement.

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Things to Consider When Starting a Construction Project

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Maybe your business is looking at expanding, which may require building a new warehouse, factory, process facility, or even a mine. White elephant construction projects Those embarking on a new construction project must do thorough planning before starting the project.

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Facilities Maintenance Checklist and Procedures

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Recommended Tools, Materials, and Equipment: 1. Application: This standard applies to davits, structures typically used to lower things over an edge. All fall protection equipment is required by OSHA to be checked prior to each use. Recommended Tools, Materials, and Equipment: 1. Cleaning Materials. Tool Group A.

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Industry Focus: Food Processing – The Process Of Consistency

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The food processing industry works to convert raw materials, such as grains, dairy products and meats, to processed food. The time it would take to cook a meal consisting only of raw materials would be much too long for the busy lives of most Americans. Oswego County has Greenfield sites available that are ready to build on.