Laws For Construction Safety In Pima - Contracting and Construction Law Handbook
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1. Wear Personal Protective Equipment — ALWAYS! Your safety gear is your first line of defense when working on a construction site. This setup allows you to protect yourself from various types of hazards in the workplace, including moving objects, collapsing trenches, electrical systems, and airborne materials.
Construction employers must comply with Cal/OSHA regulations found in the following subchapters of California Code of Regulations, title 8, chapter 4: subchapter 4 (Construction Safety Orders); subchapter 5 (Electrical Safety Orders); and subchapter 7 (General Industry Safety Orders).
Weekends and holidays excluded: Notwithstanding anything to the contrary herein, construction or repair work shall not begin prior to a.m. and must stop by p.m., and concrete pouring should not begin prior to a.m. and must stop by p.m. on any Saturday, Sunday or state or federal holiday, unless such ...
This Act, which was enacted in 1969, sets out a range of safety requirements and regulations that must be followed by construction companies and workers to protect against accidents and injuries on construction sites.
Construction work (residential): From April 15th to October 15th, inclusive, all construction work in or within 500 feet of Rural or Residential zones as per the Maricopa County Zoning Ordinance, and within 1,500 feet of an occupied residence, shall not begin prior to a.m. and must stop by p.m. each day.
Be aware of the City of Tucson's noise ordinance. It prohibits noise over 70 dB from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. and 62 dB from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m. in residential areas.
16-31. Excessive noise. (a) Maximum permissible sound levels. No person shall conduct or permit any activity that produces a dB(A) beyond that person's property line exceeding the levels specified in Table I.
Construction noise is covered by Chapter 12.08. 440 in Title 12 of the County Codes. Most construction must take place between a.m. and p.m. during normal weekdays. However, emergency repairs may be performed as necessary.
A Deed of Assignment is the crucial document used by a land seller and a buyer to prove ownership in the seller's favor, while a Certificate of Occupancy merely states that the holder has exclusive possession of the land.
Bottom line. Getting a certificate of occupancy can be a lengthy and expensive process, especially if you need multiple inspections.