Ontario Building Code Commission rules against stair design

🚨 Code Compliance Matters The Ontario Building Code Commission ruled that a secondary stair failed to meet safety standards due to excessive winder angles and lack of proper separation. ⚠️ Key Issues: - Winders turned 180° (Code max: 90°) - No 1.2m separation between winder sets - Configuration deemed hazardous 📐 Precision in design = safety + compliance. Let’s build smarter, safer, and by the book. https://lnkd.in/ewVDjtuC #Engineering #BuildingCode #OntarioConstruction #StairSafety #CodeCompliance #StructuralDesign #CivilEngineering

Strong Foundations Go Beyond Concrete When we think about strong foundations, the first image that comes to mind is concrete and steel. But in reality, true safety in any structure comes from what’s often invisible — earthing systems. ⚡ A well-designed earthing system ensures: -Protection from electrical faults -Safety for people and equipment -Reliable performance of machines -Compliance with safety standards Just like concrete holds up the building, safe earthing holds everything together by preventing hazards and ensuring long-term stability. 👉 Next time you think about foundations, remember: it’s not only about what you see, but also about the invisible safety layer beneath it all. #ElectricalSafety #Earthing #InfrastructureSafety #Engineering #SafetyFirst #ConstructionIndustry

We're excited to announce that our worksection for Surface Water Retention and Detention Tanks (7455AS) is now live on Masterspec NZ - New Zealand’s leading specification system for architects, engineers, designers, and construction professionals. You can view our work sections on the link below, as well as our product technical information via miproducts. Link to our masterspec section: https://lnkd.in/gU-WkYMg #APD #masterspec #specification #stormwater #construction #engineers #architects

Compaction Takes Time – But It’s Worth It In construction, speed is often seen as a sign of progress. But when it comes to compaction, rushing can compromise the integrity of an entire project. Compaction ensures that soil or base material is properly compressed to provide a stable foundation for structures, pavements, and roads. Skipping steps or cutting corners may save time today, but it can lead to settlement issues, cracks, and costly repairs in the future. Every pass of the roller, every moisture test, and every layer compacted to the right density matters. Quality compaction is not just about achieving the numbers – it’s about ensuring long-term durability and safety. In construction, we don’t just build; we build to last. And that means taking the time to do it right. How do you balance time, cost, and quality in your projects? #Construction #Engineering #QualityMatters #Compaction #BuildingStrong

FINALLY! It’s great to see a professional body formally recognising and promoting the benefits of the HAZID process during the design and construction phase of a project (big or small!). Our close relationship with Safety Case Partnership Ltd has meant that we have been taking our clients with in occupation Higher-risk Buildings through detailed HAZID workshops for over 2 years and have been strongly advocating for their implementation into the design phase for new schemes. Designing buildings can be complex but the mantra here is simple: understand and evaluate your risks at the front end and it is easier to deal with them at the back end. Production of the Safety Case does not start in the run up to completion. It starts at feasibility stage. Great work from the authors and contributors for bringing this to the forefront. The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), Code for Construction Product Information, The Institution of Structural Engineers, RIBA.

Fire code compliance shouldn’t slow your project down, it should power it forward. Whether you're designing new construction or modifying an existing facility, we help architects, engineers, developers, and owners interpret and apply the right fire and life safety codes with confidence. Clear guidance. Smarter decisions. Safer outcomes. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eMCqb55x #FireProtection #FireEngineering #PerformanceBasedDesign

New Blog Post: Unlocking FRTW Code Compliance At Biewer, we know that meeting building codes isn’t just a checkbox—it’s about building safer and more reliable structures. That’s why our latest blog post dives deep into the essential code requirements for fire-treated wood, including ASTM E84 standards, proper usage zones, and documentation guidelines. 👉 Read it here: https://ow.ly/Lz5Z50WMlFr Whether you're specifying materials for multifamily housing, commercial projects, or public structures, this article equips you with actionable insights to drive smarter, code-compliant decisions. Why it matters: Ensures safety and inspection success Helps architects, builders, and engineers navigate codes confidently Reinforces Biewer’s commitment to quality and support Let’s elevate building safety—one code-compliant project at a time. #FRTW #CodeCompliance #FireSafety #BuildingStandards #BiewerFRTW #BuildingMaterials #BuildBetterWithBiewer

🔹 Structures Evolve with Time 🔹 Every structure, whether industrial or civil, goes through changes as it operates under real-world conditions. Studying how a structure behaves is essential to: ✅ Detect early signs of wear and stress ✅ Plan timely retrofitting or strengthening measures ✅ Improve safety, reliability, and long-term performance ✅ Support sustainable infrastructure growth As engineers, our responsibility is not only in design but also in ensuring that existing structures continue to serve safely and efficiently. 🔍 Ongoing assessment = Ongoing reliability. #StructuralEngineering #SafetyFirst #Reliability #EngineeringExcellence

Some of the most important work on a project is the part you never see. Septic systems and drainage don’t draw attention when they are designed well, but they create significant problems when they aren’t. In my experience, the key lessons are simple: 1️⃣ Consider septic and drainage early in the design process. 2️⃣ Base every decision on reliable survey data. 3️⃣ Prioritize long-term function, not just immediate construction needs. It’s work that rarely makes the spotlight, but it’s what keeps homes and communities safe. Proud to contribute to that foundation at Lea & Braze. https://lnkd.in/eqJbsXhQ #leabraze #engineering #technology #design #landsurveying #septicservices

The transition from prescriptive to performance-based building codes has revolutionized special inspections. It's no longer about checking boxes—it's about verifying that structures perform as designed. Continuous special inspection during critical operations like post-tensioning or spray fireproofing can catch errors that spot checks miss.