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Architectural Color Trends and Building Product Impact Shared at FGIA Fall Conference

Participants at the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance’s 2024 Fall Conference heard color forecasts from an expert in the field, who shared an exploration of trends emerging and evolving in the building products market over the next three to five years.




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BCA Architects Selected to Modernize Long Beach City College

After successfully completing the Programming and Schematic design phases of the project in collaboration with the Long Beach City College District team, user group and bond management team BCA Architects continues their partnership with the LBCCD.




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BCA Architects Selected to Design Performing Arts Center

After a comprehensive selection process, BCA Architects was selected to design the new 400-seat performing arts center for Pioneer Valley High School.




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Architect Profile: Lamberto Smigliani

With more than 20 years experience in the field, Lamberto Smigliani can be found at Eview 360, a company considered one of Metropolitan Detroit's 101 Best and Brightest Companies.




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W&C Architect Webinar on Levels of Finish

Walls & Ceilings Architect’s next Webinar will be held on February 28.




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Cal Poly Architectural Engineering Seismic Design Team Wins Second Place

A team of Cal Poly architectural engineering (ARCE) students placed second in the Earthquake Engineering Research Institute (EERI) Seismic Design Competition (SDC) in early March in San Diego.




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How Architectural Ceilings Transformed the UCLA Health Center Lobby Space

In the bustling world of health care, every detail matters, especially when it comes to creating spaces that promote healing and comfort. UCLA Health Center, renowned for its commitment to excellence in patient care, recently underwent a remarkable transformation.




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Innovative Architecture Captures Dramatic Views for Brooklyn Mixed-Income Housing

For five decades, developers of multifamily residential properties in the New York Metro area regularly turn to RKTB Architects for expertise and innovation in design and architecture, as well as for consultation on strategy when navigating the city’s labyrinthine zoning regulations and housing policies.




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ABC Joins White House Roundtable on Addiction Recovery-Ready Workplaces

Associated Builders and Contractors participated on Sept. 18 in a White House-sponsored roundtable discussion, “Recovery in the Workplace: Investing to Build the Workforce of Tomorrow,” which convened more than a dozen leading corporations, business groups and government leaders at the White House in Washington, D.C., to highlight the importance of recovery-ready and recovery-friendly workplaces and share best practices.




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White paper warns of chemical exposure from building materials

Falls Church, VA – Workers may be exposed to a group of synthetic chemicals used in building materials without realizing it, according to a new white paper from the American Industrial Hygiene Association.




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White House takes steps to protect workers from extreme heat

Washington — President Joe Biden is directing OSHA to “ramp up” enforcement to protect workers from extreme heat and to issue a hazard alert.




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Seattle Mariners Hit It 'Out of the Park' with Panasonic HIT® Double Solar Panels

Panasonic in partnership with the Seattle Mariners announced the installation of a solar panel system comprised of 168 Panasonic HIT® Double solar panels at Safeco Field, the Seattle Mariners' home ballpark.




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White paper: OSHA Workplace Injury and Illness Recordkeeping: Your Questions Answered

This white paper walks you through OSHA's workplace injury and illness recordkeeping requirements, including recent revisions pertaining to COVID-19.




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Psychosocial factors can be barriers to recovery after a work-related injury: white paper

Cambridge, MA — Early screening for psychosocial risk factors may aid in a worker’s recovery from an on-the-job injury, a new white paper from the Workers Compensation Research Institute suggests.




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State of the Market 2023: Why Access Control Is Hitting on All Cylinders

According to SDM’s 2023 Industry Forecast, more than 1 in 2 (56 percent) security professionals expect revenue from access control systems (on-premise and cloud-based) to increase in 2023, marking a healthy 10-point jump from the previous year.




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MSHA: Mining deaths in 2015 hit record low

Arlington, VA – Last year, 28 miners died on the job – the lowest total on record, according to preliminary data from the Mine Safety and Health Administration.




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Teledyne FLIR White Paper Covers Multispectral PTZ Cameras & Radars

Teledyne FLIR has published “How Layering Multispectral PTZ Cameras and Radars Improve Perimeter Protection.” 




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OSHA’s proposed rule on emergency response under White House review

Washington — An update to OSHA’s standard on emergency response is undergoing a final review, according to the White House Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs website.




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FMCSA grants regulatory relief to drivers taking emergency supplies to storm-hit states

Washington — The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has announced temporary relief from hours-of-service requirements for commercial motor vehicle drivers delivering “direct assistance” to emergency efforts in states affected by severe winter weather.




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Top Systems Integrators Report 2021: Hitting the Sweet Spot

Security integrators faced no shortage of curveballs in 2020, but many in the top 100 managed to stay ahead in the count and find successes.




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Railroad association white paper touts safety improvements

Washington — The railroad industry says its investment in safety is paying off with significant decreases in train incidents and rail worker injuries.




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How to Choose the Right Cloud Architecture for Your Customers

Learn about some common configurations of cloud video and questions to ask to determine the best one for your customers’ operations.




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2N Release White Paper on Access Control 3.0

2N, provider of internet-enabled intercoms and access control systems, has published a new white paper entitled, ‘Access Control 3.0: the new standards in residential access.’




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Robert H. Perry Releases Contract Security Market White Paper 2023

The white paper highlights the world leaders in security, as well as their smaller competitors and the investments they are making.




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White House drug control policy office releases recovery-ready workplace toolkit

Washington — The White House wants to help employers support workers who are dealing with substance misuse – as well as those in recovery. As part of the effort, the Office of National Drug Control Policy has released a toolkit.




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NSC calls White House initiative a ‘meaningful step’ toward ending opioid epidemic

Washington — The White House is calling on stakeholders across all sectors to “commit to save lives” by increasing training on – and access to – lifesaving opioid overdose reversal medications.




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Overdose deaths hitting Massachusetts workplaces hard: report

Boston — Unintentional overdoses accounted for more than 1 out of 4 workplace deaths in Massachusetts between 2021 and 2022, the state’s Department of Public Health reports.




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White House, OSHA prepare for Extreme Heat Week

Washington – The White House has designated May 23-27 as Extreme Heat Week in an effort to inform the public – including employers and workers – about how to prepare for extreme heat events.




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Free White Paper: Top EHS Practices

Written by J. J. Keller’s environmental, health and safety experts, this white paper offers real-world tips and insights on essential topics, including: Training; written safety plans; chemical management; audits and inspections; and more.




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Free White Paper: OSHA Walking-Working Surfaces Rules

In this new white paper, J. J. Keller’s safety and regulatory experts address common questions they’ve received about ladders, stairs, pits, and platforms to help readers clearly understand how to protect workers and stay in compliance.




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Free white paper: ‘OSHA Regulations for Heat Stress’

Download this free white paper for what you should know about OSHA’s new workplace heat standards, how enforcement will be handled and what you can do to help keep workers safe.




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Free White Paper: Top EHS Practices

Written by J. J. Keller’s environmental, health and safety experts, this white paper is a must-read for anyone looking to improve safety practices at their organization.




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Free White Paper: OSHA’s Top 10 Violations

This white paper provides a detailed listing of the most cited OSHA standards across all industries, along with proven tips to help you reduce risk and ensure compliance.




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Free White Paper: Industrial Hygiene in the Workplace

In this free white paper, J. J. Keller’s regulatory experts provide key information and guidance on OSHA’s industrial hygiene criteria and cover the common areas employers should assess.




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Free White Paper: Your First Aid Obligations

In this easy-to-read guide, J. J. Keller’s safety and compliance experts examine different parts of the standard and provide essential information to help your organization satisfy its first aid obligations under OSHA regulations and avoid costly fines.




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Free White Paper: Written Safety Plans: Your Top Questions Answered

In this comprehensive white paper, J. J. Keller’s subject matter experts provide answers to the most frequently asked questions about safety plans and share essential steps for successful implementation.




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Free White Paper: 'OSHA 101: What Every Business Should Know'

Download this in-depth white paper that details OSHA requirements and jurisdiction to find out what is and isn’t covered by the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, reporting and recording needs, OSHA inspections, and more.




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Free White Paper: 'OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Training: An Integral Part of Preventing Workplace Exposure'

This white paper contains detailed advice on this subject from J. J. Keller’s workplace safety experts, covering topics such as the meaning of bloodborne pathogens, applicability of the OSHA standard, required training elements, trainer qualifications and more.




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Free White Paper: ‘Transform Your Workplace: 8 Key Strategies for Enhanced Safety Leadership’

Your commitment to safety can make a tangible difference in your employees’ lives and your organization’s overall success. These eight essential strategies can help you lead the way in building a safety culture beyond compliance.




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Free White Paper: ‘The 5 Universal Wastes’

Download this free white paper to learn how to properly manage the five types of federal universal waste streams: batteries, lamps, pesticides, mercury-containing equipment and nonempty aerosol cans.




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White House completes review of proposed rule on beryllium

Washington – The White House on July 7 completed its review of OSHA’s proposed rule on beryllium, clearing the way for the agency to publicly publish the proposal.




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OSHA proposal to update hazcom standard under White House review

Washington — An update to OSHA’s standard on hazard communication is undergoing a final review, according to the White House Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs website.




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White House announces initiative to help reduce federal worker injuries and stem costs

Washington — The White House Office of Management and Budget has launched an initiative designed to enhance workplace safety and health – and, in turn, reduce injuries – among federal employees.




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Solutions to tackle work-related MSDs: New white paper from NSC

Itasca, IL — A new white paper from the National Safety Council details effective interventions to help prevent or reduce work-related musculoskeletal disorders.




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DOL strategies part of White House plan to end gender-based violence

Washington — Workplace-related strategies from the Department of Labor are part of a White House national plan to address gender-based violence.




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Proper hitching to a tractor

Improper hitching to a tractor can cause severe injury and even death. NIOSH warns that attaching a tow chain at a point above the tractor’s drawbar can cause the vehicle to roll over backward – a highly dangerous occurrence.




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NSC publishes white paper on lone worker monitoring technology

Washington — A new white paper from the National Safety Council is intended to help employers identify and implement monitoring technology to keep lone workers safe.




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‘Advancing Workplace Safety with Location Geofencing’: New white paper from NSC

Washington — Location geofencing is the subject of the latest white paper from the National Safety Council’s Work to Zero initiative




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OSHA proposal on worker walkaround representation under White House review

Washington — OSHA is seeking to revive an Obama administration policy that would allow workers to designate someone who doesn’t work for their employer – including someone from a union or other organization – to represent them during an OSHA “walkaround” inspection.




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OSHA final rule on worker walkaround representation under White House review

Washington — OSHA’s rule on worker walkaround representation is undergoing a final review, according to the White House Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs website.