Trench safety is on our minds given the recent story about the man being trapped in a trench after it partially collapsed. We’re happy that the outcome was good, but it makes us think of safety and if the trench was set up properly or not. We do know that OSHA is going to investigate.
Here are some highlights from BBRS March 2016 meeting. Discuss editing the drafted January 2016 meeting minutes.
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Further guidance on the BBRS recent interpretation on building insulation The Board of Building Regulations and Standards (“BBRS”) recently released an interpretation, which was entitled Utility-Sponsored and/or Other-Provided Minor Energy Efficiency Upgrades to Existing 1-4 unit homes (found at: http://www.mass.gov/eopss/docs/dps/buildingcode/inf4/bbrs-official-interpretation-no-2015-01.pdf).
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There were a number of items discussed at the last BBRS update hearing, from who the Chairman and Vice, Chairman will be to changing the CSL definition to include building & fire officials, to when the 9th edition may begin. We’ve listed
It is important to stay up-to-date on the MA codes. The 8th Edition Residential Code is comprised of the International Residential Code 2009 (IRC)
The BBRS continues to work to promulgation of the 9th edition of the Massachusetts State Building Code. On November 10, 2015, the Board of Building Regulations and Standards (BBRS) completed an effort, which has lasted over a year, by approving the
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