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Safety Measures in Marine Projects

CCR Magazine

This includes shipbuilding, port construction, offshore oil and gas exploration, land reclamation, and underwater construction. Equipment training Regardless of the industry, it is essential that workers are trained to use equipment correctly and safely. Alternatively, it could be situation specific.

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Environmental Regulations in Construction: What Contractors Need to Know

Levelset

In construction, environmental regulations generally focus on stormwater, waste disposal, hazardous waste handling, and air quality. The Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) requires contractors to report on the storage, use, and release of hazardous substances (as defined by CERCLA). Clean Air Act (CAA).

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Complete Construction Terminology Cheat Sheet: US and AU Specific

Buildern

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). By using the right words, we can minimize misunderstandings and keep errors at bay. This, however, doesn’t hinder the innovative spirit of US construction professionals.

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Industry Focus: Global Aerospace Production Soars To New Heights

Business Facilities

combat role in Afghanistan are resulting in fewer purchases of military equipment from defense contractors. The state also is home to leading manufacturers of all types of aircraft and aircraft components and one of the nation’s largest military, defense and homeland security industries. A division of United Technologies Corp.,

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Oak Frame Porch Design: Enhancing Your Home’s Entrance

UK Construction Blog

Built using traditional techniques, these structures invoke a sense of classic craftsmanship and durability. Its use dates back to the time of early British settlers, where Quercus robur and Quercus petraea , two prominent native species of oak, became the backbone of architectural design.

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20 construction industry trends to watch in 2020

Building Radar

We have studied and evaluated numerous sources – discover with us the most important trends and developments in the construction industry in 2020. ERP and CRM systems: How to make better use of data resources 3. Now the data already recorded for the EnEV certificate can be used as the basis for a building eco-balance.

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Facilities Maintenance Checklist and Procedures

Job Order Contracting

Check hydraulic unit fluid level and pressures/ change fluid per manufactures recommendations. Recommended Tools, Materials, and Equipment: 1. Application: This standard applies to davits, structures typically used to lower things over an edge. This standard is not intended to address all fall protection related equipment.