In the August issue of Fire Protection Contractor Magazine, MCA Executive Vice President Tony Saporito reflects on the tragic events surrounding the Deutsche Bank Fire ten years ago and the landmark changes made to New York City codes with respect to building construction, demolition, and abatement procedures.
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The DOB NOW Build launch on July 25th will only include sprinkler and plumbing filings, therefore the Department of Buildings offers the following information for the filing of combined systems: For combined systems, the plumbing and/or sprinkler work type may be filed in DOB NOW and the associated standpipe work type could be filed in
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DOB NOW: Build is launching July 25, 2016 for plumbing and sprinkler job filings. The DOB has added additional information sessions for the industry to learn how to utilize DOB NOW Build. Download the DOB Now Build Industry Info Sessions PDF to learn more. Advanced registration is required. It is highly recommended that you attend
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The Mechanical Contractors Association of New York (MCA) announced it has raised $34,000 for the New York Firefighters Burn Center Foundation, which provides crucial support for research, education, and prevention, as well as medical care for burn victims. At its November membership meeting, MCA President Michael Russo, Board member Timothy Bowe, and Steamfitting Industry Promotion
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January is a time when high school seniors begin to apply for college. As parents consider their options, their children’s safety is of the highest priority. Regional colleges and universities prioritizing the fire safety of New York’s 1.2 million college students and faculty should be commended. Fordham, New York University, Columbia, Cornell and St. John’s
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The following article entitled “New York leads the way in high rise fire safety” appeared in the January 21, 2013 issue of the New York Daily News. Forty years ago this month, New York City implemented one of the most important pieces of legislation in building safety history. Local Law 5, passed on Jan. 18,
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