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ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
R-22 REFRIGERANT PHASE-OUT AND SUBSEQUENT CHANGES TO COOLING SYSTEMS THAT CAN LESSEN IMPACT TO GLOBAL WARMING!
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How Bureau Veritas can help you protect the environment and work towards a healthier planet one cooling system at a time!

TRANSACTIONAL SERVICES
MANAGING RISK WHILE SECURING HUD FINANCING: A GUIDE TO BRIDGE TO HUD!
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There are many advantages to pursuing a HUD loan, but the lengthy processes of securing the commitment from HUD can make it seem out of reach and interim financing difficult.

ASSET MANAGEMENT & FACILITY SERVICES
THE CALIFORNIA BALCONY MANDATE:
SB-721 & SB-326
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The purpose of the inspection is to determine that exterior elevated elements and their associated waterproofing elements are in a generally safe condition, adequate working order, and free from any hazardous condition caused by fungus, deterioration, decay, or improper alteration to the extent that the life, limb, health, property, safety, or welfare of the public or the occupants is not endangered. The person or business performing the inspection shall be hired by the owner of the building.

ASSET MANAGEMENT & FACILITIES
ASSET REGISTRY UPDATES SUPERCHARGE MAINTENANCE MANAGEMENT COMPLIANCE IN HEALTHCARE
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Inaccurate data can lead to bad outcomes and poor performance, which can cost organizations significantly more than investing in accurate data in the first place. Ultimately, the choice isn't between spending money or not, but rather between investing in favorable outcomes or paying to rectify bad ones. So, the next time you're tempted to cut corners on data, think twice about the long-term consequences.

ASSET MANAGEMENT & FACILITIES
IMPLEMENTATION OF COMMISSIONING-BASED FACILITY ASSESSMENTS
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When there is a requirement for an in-depth Facility Condition Assessment (FCA) that yields detailed information about the current condition of individual equipment or the entire system, BV extends our methodologies beyond conventional techniques.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT SERVICES
WORK QUALITY VERIFICATION ENSURING WORK QUALITY IN PROJECT MANAGEMENT: A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE
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In the dynamic world of project management, ensuring work quality is paramount to the success of any project. Quality work not only leads to client satisfaction but also enhances the reputation of the project team and organization. In this blog post, we will explore various strategies and best practices for verifying work quality in project management.

ASSET MANAGEMENT & FACILITIES
A CASE FOR STRENGTHENING DOD OVERSIGHT OF MILITARY PRIVATIZED HOUSING
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The U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) privatized military housing starting in 1996, with the passage of the Military Housing Privatization Initiative (MHPI) under the National Defense Authorization Act. The MHPI allowed private companies to build, renovate, and manage military housing on DOD installations. The goal of the program was to improve the quality of housing for military families and to free up DOD resources to focus on other priorities.

ASSET MANAGEMENT & FACILITIES
EV CHARGING & ASSET MANAGEMENT
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As electric vehicles (EVs) become more popular, there is a growing need for electric vehicle charging infrastructure. This presents a unique challenge for asset managers who are responsible for managing the built environment and real property assets.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT SERVICES
ADA COMPLIANCE FOR RETAIL
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Retail stores face the unique challenge of serving the public, which means being obligated to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). While most retailers carefully follow the ADA suggestions and regulations, a couple of things can slip through the cracks and cause lawsuits.

ASSET MANAGEMENT & FACILITIES
ENHANCING ADA COMPLIANCE AT POLLING STATIONS
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Since 2021, the Department of Justice (DOJ) has intervened in 12 cases related to polling place accessibility issues, ranging from lack of physical access to inaccessible ballot boxes and website issues. Notable cases include U.S. v. Los Angeles County on May 16, 2023, and three counties in Texas cited for having election websites that were inaccessible to individuals with vision or manual disabilities. BV can help!