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Some weekend reading for anyone looking for a way to break up and digest the many pages of this important report!

Did you know? May is Building Safety Month. While it might not sound important - it is! All communities need building codes to protect their citizens from hazards like fires, weather-related events and structural collapse. Building codes are society's best way of protecting homes, offices, schools, manufacturing facilities, stores and entertainment venues. The building safety professionals that work at the city ensure that the buildings in Cottage Grove are safe for residents, visitors and business owners. Throughout May we'll be sharing tips in how to make your home safer and highlighting some of the city staff that work in code enforcement. #BuildingSafeyMonth2024

Construction sites are inherently dangerous places, where countless workers risk their lives daily to build the foundations of our communities. In Laurens County, South Carolina, these sites are no exception. While safety regulations and measures are in place to protect construction workers, accidents still occur, often with devastating consequences. Many of these accidents can be attributed to negligence on the part of construction companies or property owners. Understanding the impact of negligence in construction accidents and the legal requirements involved is crucial for both workers and employers in Laurens County. Contact us today for a free consultation, and let us fight for your rights and justice. Together, we can work towards safer construction sites, better workplace conditions, and a stronger Laurens County community. #ConstructionSafety #LaurensCounty #SafetyFirst #LegalRights

We are all aware of the challenges and pressures that are faced in the construction sector, however it is important to highlight some of the great work that is being done within our industry to help tackle these issues. UK Safety, Health & Environment Manager Chris Bentley from Morgan Sindall Construction, shares how they are supporting their supply chain by giving them access to confidential support on subjects such as relationships, finance and bereavement. #MentalHealth #SCFvalues ##NoMindLeftBehind

🚨🔥 Elevating Safety in the Wake of Recent Events: A Call to Action for the Construction Community! 🔥🚨 In the aftermath of the recent five-alarm construction fire that gripped Colfax Avenue and Peoria Street, our hearts go out to all those affected, and we extend our gratitude to the heroic efforts of the firefighting teams from multiple agencies. 👩🚒👨🚒 As we continue to grapple with the implications of this incident, it serves as a stark reminder of the critical importance of safety in our industry. Our thoughts are with the individuals and families impacted, and we express our solidarity with the firefighting crews from the Denver Fire Department, South Adams Fire, South Metro Fire Rescue, Sable Altura Fire, and the Rattlesnake Fire Protection District. At Colorado Construction Solutions, we reaffirm our commitment to safety and pledge to intensify our efforts to create an even more secure work environment. We understand that the construction industry is not without its risks, and incidents like these underscore the need for constant vigilance and proactive safety measures. In light of this, we urge our colleagues and partners to join us in a collective commitment to review and strengthen our safety protocols. Let's learn from each other, share insights, and implement best practices to ensure that every construction site is a safe haven for our workers. 🤝💬 Join the conversation: How does your organization approach safety in the wake of unexpected events? What strategies have you found effective in fostering a resilient safety culture? Let's stand together to make our industry safer for everyone. #ConstructionSafety #SafetyFirst #CommunitySupport #BuildingResilience #StaySafeTogether #ColoradoConstruction

Ensuring a Safer Future with the #BuildingSafetyAct 2022 At #Glodon, we understand the importance of building safety and the impact it has on lives and communities. The tragic event at #GrenfellTower in June 2017 was a stark reminder of the need for robust building safety regulations. In response, the #UK government introduced the Building Safety Bill to Parliament on 5th July 2021, which received Royal Assent on 28 April 2022, becoming the Building Safety Act 2022. This Act represents a significant overhaul of building safety regulations, particularly for high-rise buildings, ensuring such a tragedy never happens again. The Act draws from Dame Judith Hackitt’s Independent Review of the Building Regulations and Fire Safety, with #RICS closely advising the government on these critical changes. The implementation of some measures will begin this year, with a full rollout expected by 2024. #Glodon is committed to adhering to these new regulations, ensuring our projects meet the highest safety standards. Together, we can create a safer and more secure built environment for everyone. Learn more about how we’re implementing the Building Safety Act in our projects and contributing to a safer industry. #BuildingSafety #ConstructionSafety #Glodon

📚 Setting the Standard for Building Excellence: The NBC provides a framework of rules and standards designed to ensure the safety, health, and general welfare of building occupants. These regulations cover everything from structural integrity and fire safety to accessibility and energy efficiency. As of the second quarter of 2024, the adoption of the National Building Code in the USA varies by state and local jurisdictions. FEMA’s Building Code Adoption Tracking (BCAT) indicates that 32% of natural hazard-prone jurisdictions have adopted current hazard-resistant building codes, which would include the 2023 editions

Now, 6 years on, in the aftermath of the #GrenfellTower tragedy, the #buildingcontrol profession is about to see the full force of the significant regulatory changes brought about by the #BuildingSafetyAct 2022. https://bit.ly/4bufVyD Hertfordshire Building Control

Almost five years after the Grenfell Tower tragedy Jane Edwarde, John Nevin, Tom Inker, Jodi Wilson and other experts look at some of the key provisions of the new building safety regime under the Building Safety Act 2022. Although the market focus is on existing fire and other safety defects in tall residential buildings, aspects of the new regime apply to the standard and safety of all buildings. As the first cases on the Act are starting to emerge, it is worth another look at its key provisions. #buildingsafetyact #realestate #construction