Tyler Tebbs

A new code update coming July 1, 2024 to California Fire Code is: 907.5.2.3.1 Public Use Areas and Common Use Areas Visible alarm notification appliances shall be provided in public use areas and common use areas including but not limited to: 1. Band rooms. 2. Classrooms. 3. Corridors. 4. Gymnasiums. 5. Lobbies. 6. Meeting <and conference> rooms. 7. Multipurpose rooms. 8. Music practice rooms. 9. Occupational shops. 10. Occupied rooms where ambient noise impairs hearing of the fire alarm. 11. Sanitary facilities including restrooms, bathrooms and shower rooms. 12. <Shared office rooms used by two or more persons.> 13. <Normally occupied room(s) used by two or more persons, such as mother's room, phone room, quiet room, wellness room, etc.> 14.<Normally occupied storage room/area.> 15.<Exam rooms in medical office buildings.> Exception: Where employee work areas have audible alarm coverage, the notification appliance circuits serving the employee work areas shall be initially designed with not less than 20-percent spare capacity to account for the potential of adding visible notification appliances in the future to accommodate hearing-impaired employee(s). These changes further clarify what common use and normally occupied rooms are and eliminates strobes and notification appliances in unnecessary locations.

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🚧🔒 DNA Carpentry: Leading the Way in Safety Culture! Did you know that falls from elevation remain a leading cause of death for construction workers? In 2022 alone, 395 out of 1069 construction fatalities were attributed to falls (BLS data). But here's the thing: these tragic deaths are preventable! 💪 That's why I had the honor of speaking at DNA Carpentry's National Safety Stand-Down event. 🎤🎥 Their commitment to fall hazard awareness is truly inspiring. They understand that safety should never be compromised, and they've taken a holistic approach to ensure a symbiotic relationship between safety and efficiency. 🌍⚖️ A Safety Stand-Down is a powerful tool in raising awareness about fall hazards and reinforcing the importance of fall prevention. It's an opportunity for employers to engage with their employees directly, fostering a culture of safety and open communication. And it's not just limited to companies exposed to fall hazards - any workplace can benefit from discussing job hazards, protective methods, and safety policies. I applaud DNA Carpentry for their dedication to creating a safe and secure work environment. Let's join forces to make fall fatalities a thing of the past! Together, we can build a safer future for all. #SafetyFirst #StandDownForSafety #PreventFalls #WorkplaceSafety #SafetyCulture #ConstructionSafety #InjuryPrevention #BuildingASaferFuture

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Professional subcontractors provide their references and necessary contact information during the prequalification process. So why aren't general contractors doing anything with them? Every contractor is different, but this is often due to a lack of time and motivation. #Construction #Prequalifications #SubcontractorManagement #VendorManagement #RiskMitigation #FoodForThought

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**Construction Subs** It's almost the deadline for Cal OSHA's new Workplace Violence Policy. Employers must develop a Workplace Violence Prevention Plan, administer an annual training, and maintain a Violent Incident Log. Make sure you are covered by 7/1! If you need resources, please feel free to reach out. #SAFETYFIRST #theAFIway

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