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DOB: Site Safety License Types to Launch in DOB NOW: Licensing Beginning Oct. 16, 2024
Starting Wednesday, October 16, 2024, all Site Safety Coordinator, Site Safety Manager, and Construction Superintendent license applications, renewal submissions, card re-issuance requests and changes to information will be processed through DOB NOW
UPDATED: DOB Proposed Rule: Penalty for Failure to Certify Correction of Immediately Hazardous Violations
** Updated info as of 8.27** A Proposed Rule – Penalty for failure to certify correction of immediately hazardous violations will take place remotely via Teams on Thursday 10/3/24 at 11am.
By the End of 2024, More Projects will Require More SSM’s, SC’s – Local Law 147-2021
The definition of a major building, according to the New York City DOB will change in December of 2024. This may seem like quite a ways off. But when you consider the effect of needing an increased number of SSM’s and SSC’s on more projects, the industry just can’t prepare too soon.
NYC DOB: Local Law 149 of 2021: Construction Superintendents are Limited to Three Jobs
Beginning January 2, 2024, the Department of Buildings will not issue a permit if the Construction Superintendent (CS) designated on the permit application is already designated on 3 or more active permits.
NYC DOB: Final Rule – Amendment of Rules Relating to Riggers and Rigging
NYC DOB updates Final Rule - Amendment of Rules Relating to Riggers and Rigging.
NYC DOB: Overdose Deaths in the Construction Industry
New data from the NYC Health Department shows that construction workers led occupational groups in overdose deaths in New York City.
NYC 2022 Code
NYC 2022 Code: Chapter 33 Code Revisions – 3310 Requirements for the Construction or Demolition of Major Buildings
The revised code now requires the SSM/SSC to notify DOB if the require egress stairs are not being maintained in accordance with the code (3303.11).
NYC 2022 Code: Chapter 33 Code Revisions – 3308 Unenclosed Perimeter Protection
The revised code makes clearer that typical vertical and horizontal netting, as well as guardrails, do not require an application submission and permit from DOB.
NYC 2022 Code: Chapter 33 Code Revisions – BC 3301.13.7 Duties of Construction Superintendents
The existing code provided for exceptions to the construction superintendent’s presence on site. Previously, the construction superintendent did not have to be on site to use the exterior hoist to transport personnel only.
NYC’s 2022 Chapter 33 Construction Code Revisions – BC 3306 – Demolition
The existing code sections pertaining to exterior demolition safety zones, required to mitigate material/debris fall hazards to the public, have been revised and include several exceptions. The changes are relatively minor.
NYC 2022 Code: Chapter 33 Code Revisions – BC 3307 – Protection of Pedestrians
The existing code required the protection of sidewalks and pedestrian walkways when overhead work was planned. The revised code added bicycle lanes as well. Protection shall be in accordance with DOT regulation.
NYC 2022 Code: Chapter 33 Code Revisions – BC 3303.16 Worker Sheds, Contractor Sheds and Similar Structures
The existing code did not require a permit for contractor shanties/offices, even though DOB inspectors often asked for permits for large contractor offices.