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Building Owner Representation Services in Construction

Building Owner Representation Services in Construction

Construction can be complicated. Each phase of the project requires specialized knowledge to ensure it runs smoothly, but hiring an expert for every phase of the construction process can become expensive and overwhelming. That's why an increasing number of property owners are turning to building owner representation services for their projects. An owner representative manages all aspects of design and construction on behalf...

Scaffold Inspections for Job Site Safety

Scaffold Inspections for Job Site Safety

Scaffolding problems on a job site are one of the most frequent safety violations cited by OSHA. Maintaining compliance with scaffolding safety standards not only reduces your risk of receiving a citation, but it also creates a safer work environment for workers and lowers the cost of workers compensation claims. What are some of the key components of scaffolding safety? In...

The Importance of Site Safety Plan Preparation

The Importance of Site Safety Plan Preparation

At Scott Henson Architecture, we can't overemphasize the importance of site safety plan preparation.  More than 20% of workplace fatalities happen in the construction business, according to OSHA, so having a proactive plan to keep your job site safe is not only good business - it can really save lives. The key components of a typical site safety plan are: New employee and ongoing...