UK Construction Blog

JUNE 18, 2024

If you have a lift in your premises you have a responsibility to make sure that it is always safe to use. There is also the possibility that the electronic systems need reprogramming, while there is a requirement for safety systems to checked on a regular basis. What is lift servicing?

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OmTrak

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023

Model Guidance for Building Manuals In December 2021, the Australian Building Codes Board (ABCB) published its Model Guidance for Building Manuals, emphasising transparency, accountability, and the transfer of knowledge regarding design solutions and key safety and maintenance obligations to new owners. Fire safety and design solutions 3.

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CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 3, 2023

This includes shipbuilding, port construction, offshore oil and gas exploration, land reclamation, and underwater construction. However, these projects are not without risks, especially given the challenging and often unpredictable nature of marine environments.

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CCR Magazine

APRIL 8, 2024

Perhaps you have been offered a job using an excavator and want to know what licence you will need? Excavators are typically used for construction projects, like mining, digging trenches, or demolition. But that doesn’t mean anyone can use one! It’s worth noting that you might still require a high-risk work licence, HRWL.

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CCR Magazine

JULY 22, 2024

Let’s discuss six essential ingredients that can set your construction business apart from the competition, ensuring it not only survives but lands on top in today’s dynamic market environment. Focusing on the right tools ensures the efficiency, safety, and quality of construction work directly correlate with the equipment used.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Retrofitting the Ballston Wetland Park was a high-priority project in Arlington County’s Stormwater Management Program, and they were able to seek community input through a stakeholder advisory committee as well as with several community meetings to provide input to the design process.

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CCR Magazine

AUGUST 4, 2024

Construction machinery refers to a wide range of heavy-duty vehicles, specially designed equipment, and tools used for construction, farming, and earthmoving tasks. They help improve efficiency, safety, and productivity on construction sites and farms. Bulldozers are essential for land clearing, grading, and road construction.

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Practical Law Construction

MAY 27, 2022

With yet another tower crane collapse (this time on a retirement living project in Kent – thankfully no one was injured), we must ask ourselves “is the current crane safety regime in the UK adequate?” ” Sadly, crane-related incidents in the UK aren’t rare enough. This language is inherently vague.

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CCR Magazine

AUGUST 7, 2024

With advancements in both online and land-based casinos, there’s never been a better time to explore what the gambling sector has to offer. One notable innovation is the use of virtual reality (VR), which allows players to immerse themselves in a 3D environment that replicates a real casino.

Land Use Regulations 52

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Buildern

MAY 4, 2023

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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PN - Project Management

MAY 30, 2022

Instead, focus on setting a realistic budget with the help of your finance team or project manager. The local zoning requirements refer to the type of structures you can build on the land. This permit regulates a structure's features, safety, and environmental impact on the surrounding area.

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Construction Daily News

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

The development of 2 Hudson Square marks a significant milestone in the transformation of the Hudson Square area into a vibrant mixed-use destination. In 2003, the city identified the need to update zoning regulations to accommodate the area’s growth and changing needs.

Landscaping 52

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Practical Law Construction

MARCH 8, 2023

One of the major changes to the regulation of the design and construction of “ higher-risk buildings ” is the introduction of the gateway regime. If an LPA considers the safety provisions as set out in the fire statement are inadequate, this could be a reason for refusal. The gateways are: Gateway 1 – Planning stage.

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 31, 2024

By bringing empty homes back into use, buyers can contribute to revitalizing communities and providing much-needed housing solutions. Resources like the land registry and title documents are essential. Professional advice and detailed surveys can mitigate these risks.

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Work Gearz

JANUARY 22, 2021

There is nothing more important than safety. If you follow the OSHA Guidelines you will learn that a hard hat must be worn in any area where a worker is at risk of exposure to electrical conductors to the head. Hard Hats Need To Meet American Safety Regulations. Materials used. Protection offered. The suspension.

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Jonas Construction

DECEMBER 22, 2021

Despite challenges like economic uncertainty and tightened regulations, the industry continued to adapt and find new ways to grow and evolve. Drones have already been used to survey land, collect and report data on construction sites, protect job sites from theft and vandalism and provide job site inspections to identify safety hazards.

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In Eight

JUNE 14, 2023

They’re some of the areas where AWP can regulate and rein in costs. With the fine-tuned breakdown of materials assigned to each IWP, the guesswork is taken out of the ordering process for the procurement team. To collectively land on the best agreed-upon choices for the project that meets the owner’s requirements.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 1, 2023

Combined with the recent drought, California finds itself in a real water management quandary. Challenge Overview In 1972, the Clean Water Act, a national regulation, instructed that stormwater must be treated. This water is bringing with it more sediment, which creates pollution and safety hazards. The solution?

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Building Radar

JANUARY 14, 2020

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. Project management software: smart tools for fast teams 4. Building planning: digital for optimized workflow 2.

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Safety Services Company

MARCH 9, 2018

This suddenly lands in your mailbox, “We are pleased to announce (COMPANY) has recently established a business relationship with ISNetworld® to further enhance our contractor/supplier management program. Here, you upload your complete and compliant safety program. That’s where Safety Services Company comes in.

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Safety Services Company

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Prioritizing safety and compliance is a critical step that helps contractors land more jobs. Prequalification can ensure contractors are capable, insured, and able to meet all the complex safety and performance requirements. Failure to invest in training puts your teams and organization at risk of injury and loss.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

It features elements that maximize the safety, security, and efficiency of the travel process including 100 percent automated screening lanes, 100 percent facial recognition “e-gates” for international departure, an innovative landside terminal design, and 100 percent trackable RFID Independent Carrier System. Construction Management Co.:

Engineering 130

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CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

They push for stricter regulations on polluting industries and advocate for cleaner air for all, regardless of race or socio-economic status. They use the legal system to hold polluters accountable, challenge unsustainable practices, and advocate for stronger environmental regulations.

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Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 12, 2018

Preventative maintenance is critical to facilities occupant health and safety, as well as meeting an organization’s fiduciary responsibilities. Check Bollard/Barricade safeties (proximity, Photo, infra red, pressure etc) 7. Application: This standard applies to davits, structures typically used to lower things over an edge.

Maintenance 40

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 11, 2024

AI applications may include advanced project management tools, predictive analytics for risk assessment, and optimization of construction processes. AI-driven technologies might also enhance safety protocols through real-time monitoring and analysis. Regenerative design/optimization will be one way.

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Building Information Management

JULY 27, 2016

Masterformat is a multiple level data structure consisting of numbers and titles/descriptions used to organize information by “work results” or construction practices. 00 41 23 Bid Form – Construction Management (Single-Prime Contract). 00 41 26 Bid Form – Construction Management (Multiple-Prime Contract).

Fire Protection System Installation 45

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Building Information Management

JULY 27, 2016

Masterformat is a multiple level data structure consisting of numbers and titles/descriptions used to organize information by “work results” or construction practices. 00 41 23 Bid Form – Construction Management (Single-Prime Contract). 00 41 26 Bid Form – Construction Management (Multiple-Prime Contract).

Fire Protection System Installation 45

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Building Information Management

JUNE 22, 2012

The core competencies identified include competencies relating to building operations and maintenance, energy management, sustainability, water efficiency, safety (including electrical safety) and building performance measures. We modified the energy job task analyses to include facilities operations and management activities.

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Business Facilities

JULY 15, 2014

In order to manage effective food processing, food processors must consider facilities that will be up to par with their business. The various combinations of transport are useful for materials import and product export. Arkansas’ incentives are nationally competitive, understandable and easy to use.

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