Items Tagged with 'restoration regulation'

Learn how plaster and lath have evolved into modern drywall and what restorers need to know about silica, gypsum, and other hazards from construction dust. 

ASTM E2356-26 updates asbestos survey practices that include inspection scope and documentation for building renovation and demolition projects.

Learn about the key OSHA respiratory protection requirements that restorers need to know from medical evals to written programs. 

Learn about OSHA’s ladder safety requirements for restorers, including ladder use, training, inspections, and best practices that help reduce falls and citations.

OSHA requirements require workers to receive training before they are exposed to workplace hazards, not after. Here’s how asbestos, bloodborne pathogens, silica, and hazard communication requirements can affect restorers from the start of the job.

Learn about OSHA hazard communication requirements that include chemical inventories, labeling, employee training, safety date sheet (SDS) management, and compliance for best practices for restorers.

Learn OSHA fall protection requirements under 1926.501 and how restoration contractors can prevent violations and protect workers.

Industry experts explain why reading regulations, understanding ANSI/IICRC Standards, and using evidence-based training are essential for restoration compliance.

The restoration industry lacks an industry-specific labor code, but OSHA’s Top 10 violations offer clear insights into the safety gaps restorers face every day. Here’s what each violation means for your teams and how you can use this data to improve compliance, reduce injuries, and protect your business. 

Learn about this year’s trends, market growth, technology breakthroughs and advocacy highlights that defined 2025. Plus, see what’s next for 2026.