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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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Adapting to Regulatory Changes: Navigating New Building Codes in 2025

Construction Daily News

Regulations can differ widely across the nation. These trends center largely around improving safety, combating climate change, and ensuring accessibility. Entry ramps, motion-detected doors, and non-slip flooring are some of the most important features to consider. Look for updated IBC codes in the days and weeks to come.

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Party platforms offer contrasting visions for OSHA

FDR Safety

The Democratic platform appeared to stand firm behind the “New” OSHA and its ramped-up enforcement stance. Our Occupational Safety and Health Administration will continue to adopt and enforce comprehensive safety standards,” the Democratic platform reads.

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2,000 Construction Firms Oppose Proposed Law

Safety Services Company

This article was written by Safety Consultants with Safety Services Company , we provide Construction, Manufacturing, and General Industry Safety Programs to over 100,000 clients across the United States and Canada. For more information on a custom safety program for your company, please contact us by clicking here.

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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.