ICC Officials Develop New Standards for Pallet Storage - May 31, 2013
Seeking to reduce the fire hazard in outdoor pallet storage yards, representatives from the International Code Council (ICC) recently approved changes to the International Fire Code.; Health Care Reform Requires Employee Notification: Employers must distribute these health coverage notices to all employees by October 1, 2013.; PECO Launches First Company-Operated Depot: Located in Hazleton, Penn., the facility is open to customers and is touted as a showcase of PECO’s extensive depot experience.; OSHA Releases New Inspection Interpretation: Employees have the right to have a non-employee represent them in dealing with activities related to the Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Act.; Recycle Bits: The American Lumber Standard Committee (ALSC), recently announced that Tom Searles will retire as its president. The emerald ash borer has invaded the state of New Hampshire. Nearshoring is expected to pick up as the United States is becoming more competitive in manufacturing. CHEP has extended its contract with Johanna Foods for three years. PECO Pallet is continuing to expand its North American network. A federal court has invalidated a National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) rule. The North Carolina House of Representatives passed a bill that would prevent state building projects from using any environmental building rating system.
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