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Weekly Toolbox Talk: Stretch and Flex
MAREK Firestopping
In new construction, MAREK is able to coordinate with MEP trade partners to provide a comprehensive penetration and joint firestop package, using single source manufactured products as is often required per project specifications. On existing buildings, MAREK can provide an extensive survey of the life safety drawings in conjunction with an inspection of the plenum space at fire rated walls, to identify any deficiencies. This is followed by a formal proposal that includes a plan of action to bring rated barriers up to code, cost projection, access plans, and schedule duration.
Weekly Toolbox Talk: Hazard Analysis
HAZARD ANALYSIS
WORKING AROUND SPRINKLERS OR ELECTRICAL AREAS
Business Leaders Reach Consensus on DACA and ID and Tax Solution at Amegy Bank Town Hall in Houston
Authored by Charles Frantes and originally published on TexasGOPVote.com
Weekly Toolbox Talk: Employee Handbook Part I
EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK
PART I
Reflections on Brianna Wright; Colleague * Client * Friend
Authored by Pat Kiley and originally published by Construction Citizen.
Worker Classification Guidelines Are Not Changing (At Least Not Yet)
In January, the Department of Labor (DOL) published a final rule that detailed how a business was to determine a worker’s employment status under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). This rule was set to go into effect on May 7, 2021, but at the last moment, the Biden Administration pulled back, ensuring no change to how businesses and the DOL classify workers. What does this mean for employers, and what can we expect going forward?
Weekly Toolbox Talk: Heat Stress
Mandatory Topic:
Heat Stress
2021 Marek Scholarship Application
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