Vapor Intrusion: A Hidden Risk for New Construction and Redevelopment
Development stakeholders have an array of risks to consider when constructing any new property or redeveloping existing properties: placement of utility lines, safety compliance, and the storage of hazardous materials, for example. But there is an invisible risk beneath a property’s surface that could degrade the quality of your building,…
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The Advantage of Using an Environmental Partner Instead of a Vendor
Environmental questions, challenges and responsibilities crop up on virtually every development project. Some are easily resolved; some require more extensive testing or ongoing vigilance. Others, unfortunately, can morph into complex and time-consuming remediation projects. And as any project manager can tell you, it isn’t always easy to tell the difference…
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Case Study: A Water-Damaged Construction Project Gets Back on Track with Careful Remediation
Weather can be unpredictable, even in Southern California, and the threat of moisture damage has no season – as many a frustrated project manager can attest. When construction and renovation projects are impacted by rain or water leaks, quick action is needed to avoid damage that will drain time and…
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Returning Office Occupancy Drives Increase in Indoor Air Quality Assessments
Indoor air quality assessments are at the forefront of property owners' minds as buildings that were long empty during the worst of the pandemic now have growing numbers of workers returning to the office. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), buildings left unoccupied for long periods…
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Keep Employees Safe with an Industrial Hygiene Assessment for Physical Risks
Extreme temperatures are among the physical hazards that can put employees at risk in the workplace. Here’s how to mitigate physical hazards. During the elevated temperatures that blanketed the Pacific Northwest this summer, workers in Portland walked out of a kitchen in a donut shop, unable to do their work…
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