Diesel Not Recommended as a Solvent
People often ask if they can use diesel fuel (diesel) as a solvent or cleaner. The answer is unequivocally, no! Using diesel as a solvent to clean off asphalt and tar from trucks and equipment has long been a practice on construction job sites. It is even something...
What Role Do Technical Specifications Play in Construction?
Technical specifications are a crucial element of construction preplanning and contain explicit, comprehensive details regarding the proper execution of a given project. Carefully written technical specifications establish quality control standards for a project and...
What Is a Community Air Monitoring Program?
Community Air Monitoring Programs (CAMPs) are commonly required at construction, demolition, and other sites where volatile organic compounds (VOCs), dust, or other harmful airborne substances can potentially be released into the air. The monitoring of dust, vapors,...
Taking the Leap from Subcontractor to Prime Contractor
Congratulations, you’ve landed a large contract as a prime contractor with a prestigious government agency. This work is guaranteed to put your firm “on the map” and propel the company to greatness. However, you also know that there are gaps in your company’s...
Initial Project Planning, Due Diligence, and “Will Serve” Letters
Proper planning at the outset of a project, well before construction begins, is vital to its success. The first step in the design process is to understand the client’s objectives for the project, to identify their wants and needs, and to perform a detailed evaluation...
NYSDEC Part 360/361 Facility Transition Series: Operational Requirements for Mulch and C&D Related Operations
Solid Waste Management Facilities (SWMF) that operate within New York State (NYS) are regulated by the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) under 6 NYCRR Parts 360-366 and 369. Depending on the facility operations, including types of material accepted...
NYS DEC Proposes Revised 6 NYCRR Part 360: Solid Waste Management Facilities
An Environmental Notice Bulletin (ENB) from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYS DEC) was put forth on May 18, 2022 announcing revisions to the Part 360 Series, with minor revisions to Part 371 and Part 377. The revisions include technical...
Did You Have To File A Part 360 Solid Waste Annual Waste Report this Year?
The deadline for filing the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) Part 360 Solid Waste Annual Reports is March 1st every year. The reports must be submitted electronically or by mail to both the NYSDEC Regional Office and the Central NYSDEC...
New Proposed Rule by DSNY
The New York City Department of Sanitation (DSNY) is proposing a new amendment to rules to tighten up on trash and recycling being left on curbsides and sidewalks stating that “mountains” of bags have been attracting rats and impacting quality of life in the...
Overcoming Challenges Brought On by Daylight Saving Time
Source: Business Partner Magazine On November 1st, clocks must be moved back one hour to mark the end of Daylight-Saving Time. While this change will result in (most) people getting an extra hour of sleep, it is also important to note that those who work very early...