GA NPDES Electronic Permit Submittal Requirements
The new Georgia NPDES General Construction Permits for Storm Water Discharge will become effective August 1, 2018. While much of the permit remains the same, there are some important and […]
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Tips on Construction Training Programs for a Skilled Workforce
By: Guest Contributor – “Raphaelson & Levine Law Firm” – https://www.raphaelsonlaw.com/ A recent survey from the Associated General Contractors of America revealed that nearly 80 percent of construction businesses have a […]
Excavation Without Evaluation? You’re Next for a Cave-in
“Trenching and excavating is one of the most hazardous occupations in the construction industry. The only way to minimize these hazards is to follow the OSHA standards requiring engineering controls, […]
National Safety Month – What You Need to Know
Every June in the United States most people are getting ready for barbeques, beaches and summertime fun. However, individuals in the Environmental Health and Safety(EHS) industry are ramping up for […]
HB NEXT Launches Storm Cloud
HB NEXT is excited to announce the official launch of Storm Cloud, a multi-tenant cloud software platform that is set to redefine how environmental compliance is managed across the country. […]
Bringing Awareness to Construction’s Top Killer, Falls
It is critical that companies today are up-to-speed on Fall Protection Training & Awareness. Falls caused 384 out of 991 total deaths in construction in 2016. Accounting for 38.7% percent of […]
After the Strike…The Notice of Probable Violation
The potential of an underground utility strike is considerably high. In fact, The Common Grounds Alliance reported 37,562 utility damages in Georgia in 2016, of which 62% were caused by […]
Dig Safety: Awareness and Preparedness
Every 4 minutes an underground utility is struck and damaged by mechanized equipment, potentially causing harm to people/property, and interrupting utility services. The Common Ground Alliance, a stakeholder-run organization dedicated […]
NPDES Construction Site Inspection Best Practices
This Inspection Guide describes how to conduct stormwater inspections on construction sites and discusses inspector responsibilities, preparation, inspection procedures, report writing, tips on inspecting BMPs, and enforcement. An on-site construction […]
Proper Development and Implementation of Site-Specific Safety Plans
Ever heard this? “Our company safety manual has been written specifically for and tailored to (Name of Company). The safety manual addresses the hazards anticipated on this project. If any other […]
