Author: mistina

Proposed Rule – Repeal and Amendment of Certain Fire Protection Requirements

By Renee Sosnowski The DOB is proposing to repeal four rules that modify national standards for automatic sprinkler, standpipe, and fire alarm systems. The specific rules to be repealed set forth National Fire Protection Association (“NFPA”) amendments relating to elevator hoistways and machine rooms, closets and pantries, hydrostatic tests, and exemption… View more

SIA Responsibilities

By Garvey Thelemaque Special Inspection Agencies have well documented responsibilities on job sites. In addition, they are obligated to report inspection discrepancies as well as any hazardous conditions found on job sites. SIAs must report discrepancies to the contractor, site safety coordinator and manager. If uncorrected, the SIA must report the… View more