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As of January 1, 2015, TV and film production companies must abide by stricter injury reporting rules.OSHA is Interested in HollywoodThe Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) -- the federal organization responsible for creating safe work environments -- announced changes to its existing injury reporting rule last year. The previous rule only required companies to report deaths and injuries involving three or more workers in an eight-hour period that required hospitalization. OSHA' …

Whether your bathroom suffers from a boring, uninspired decor, or if there's something functionally wrong with it, a renovation might be the solution to your problems. Some homeowners turn their head at the thought of performing a bathroom renovation project, fearing it will cost them thousands of dollars along with countless hours of hard work. While some projects are certainly costly and time consuming, others are relatively easy. Regardless of your renovation project's size, however, there ar …

There's nothing quite like the stylish look of a brick walkway leading up to your patio. You can use them to connect your patio to the garden, pool, shed, garage or any other location around your yard. In addition to the stylish look it creates, a brick walkway will also make it easier and more comfortable for you and your family to walk on. If you're interested in building your own, keep reading and we'll walk you through the steps of creating a brick walkway for your patio.What You'll NeedFirs …

Patio enclosure kits can be used to transform your outdoor patio into a covered environment that offers several unique benefits, such as the ability to block the rain and snow. However, there are also a couple of disadvantages that are worth noting. If you're thinking of enclosing your patio, it's important that you familiarize yourself with their advantages and disadvantages.Patio Enclosure ProsAs stated above, the most obvious benefit that comes from owning an enclosed patio is that it's able …

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has ordered Air Methods Corp. to reinstate a medical transport helicopter pilot after he was unlawfully fired for refusing to fly in hazardous conditions.With over operations in 42 states and 300 bases, Air Methods Corp. is the country's largest air medical transportation service provider. The company is based in Englewood, Colorado, although it services from the east coast to the west coast.Case BackgroundReports indicate that the pilot, …