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Building Safety Regulator aims to recruit ex-police investigators

Construction News

The new Building Safety Regulator (BSR) is targeting former police officers to join its team and help bring criminal prosecutions.

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Enhancing the I-5

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Luke Carothers The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s (Metro) I-5 North County Enhancement Project (I-5 NCEP) is an ambitious undertaking that will ease congestion, improve safety, and accommodate booming growth along the 14-mile corridor between State Route 14 in Santa Clara and Parker Road in Castaic.

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How Can I Prepare For a Lift Installation?

UK Construction Blog

Lift installations are subject to various regulations and building codes, and failing to comply with them can result in legal complications and project delays. Your contractor should be familiar with the relevant regulations and assist you in obtaining the required permits.

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#6 POWERED INDUSTRIAL TRUCKS: UNDERSTANDING TOP OSHA VIOLATIONS OF 2013

Safety Services Company

Violations of OSHA’s general industry regulations for Powered Industrial Trucks (1910.178), or forklifts went up from 1,993 in 2012, (7th most cited regulation) to 3,340 in 2013, (6th most citations). Ramps and sloped surfaces. First off, forklifts must not be operated by anyone under 18-years-old. Load manipulation.

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OSHA Increases Focus on COVID-19 Related Infractions

Safety Services Company

OSHA was criticized earlier this year for not putting COVID-19 issues front and center in their efforts to ensure Safety & Health in the workplace. For instance, in the last few months they are using their On-Site Consultation Team to visit businesses to inspect masks, safety glasses and other PPE to assist frontline workers.

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#1 Fall Protection: Examining Top OSHA Violations of 2013

Safety Services Company

For the second year in a row, the construction fall protection regulation, 1926.501, topped OSHA’s list of violations. Take the time to read the regulation summary below, then check to make sure your worksites comply with every part of it. Unprotected sides must have a guardrail, safety net or personal fall arrest system.

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Leveraging Existing Technology to Tackle the Industry’s Biggest Challenges: Procore Leaders Cast Predictions for 2024

Procore

The Industry Better Leverages Generative AI to Standardize Data Today, teams are burdened to get the project done on time and within budget - while still keeping safety and quality requirements in mind. Below is a summary of our top 10 construction predictions for 2024: 1. ” 3. ” 8.