New York Construction Safety News
NYC DOB: Erecting Tower Cranes: Required Protocol for Third-Party Certifications
In August 2023, New York Department of Buildings updated required protocol for third-party certifications for erecting tower cranes.
NYC DOB: No Waiver for Sidewalk Shed Work Without a Permit – Civil Penalties
Beginning September 1, 2023, the Department of Buildings will no longer waive the Work Without a Permit civil penalty for installed permitted sidewalk sheds with an expired permit.
NYC DOB: Building Bulletin that Clarifies the Use of Guards and Personal Fall Arrest Systems
The NYC DOB has clarified the use of guards and personal fall arrest systems to facilitate solar panel maintenance.
NYCDOB: Owners and Permit Holders Must Complete Sidewalk Shed Survey by August 31
If you have a sidewalk shed permit that has been active for more than 90 days, you must login to DOB NOW and complete the survey by August 31st.
How to Beat Heat-Related Illness on Projects in New York City
Preventing heat-related illness on a job site is a team effort, and it’s essential to remember that OSHA holds specific responsibilities toward employers during periods of excessive heat.
NYCDOB Bulletin Regarding Pedestrian Protection Methods Approval Procedure
For construction and demolition related projects, sidewalk sheds and fences are the primary Code-prescribed means of providing protections for pedestrians. In certain instances, containment netting may be a viable alternative to a sidewalk shed until permanent repairs can be performed.