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The Importance of Preventative Maintenance for Safety

The Importance of Preventative Maintenance for Safety

If there’s one thing every facility manager, safety officer, or business owner should take seriously, it’s preventative maintenance. The difference between a well-maintained operation and one riddled with safety hazards often comes down to routine inspections, timely repairs, and adherence to industry standards. Yet, too often, maintenance gets pushed down the priority list—until something goes [...]
The Role of the AHJ: Understanding Safety According to the Authority Having Jurisdiction

The Role of the AHJ: Understanding Safety According to the Authority Having Jurisdiction

When it comes to engineering safety, few regulatory bodies hold as much power as the organization spelled with three simple letters: A-H-J. The Authority Having Jurisdiction, or AHJ, is the organization, office, or individual responsible for enforcing the codes, standards, and safety regulations that keep workplaces, public spaces, and homes secure. Understanding the role of [...]
Seismic Anchors in California: when and why to install tool anchorage

Seismic Anchors in California: when and why to install tool anchorage

Seismic Anchors: It is the Law All construction in California is regulated by the California Building Code.  There are additional codes, such as the California Mechanical Code, California Electrical Code and the California Fire Code.  Any device 3’ tall and over and/or weighing more than 400 pounds requires a permit for installation, seismic anchors, and [...]
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