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Heatherwick Studio's Vessel to Reopen with Enhanced Safety Measures in New York

ArchDaily

The 150-foot-monumental staircase in Hudson Yards , New York , is now set to reopen this year to the public with revamped safety measures. The beehive-shaped sculpture boasts approximately 2,500 steps and 80 landmarks and is on track to install “floor-to-ceiling mesh” on various staircases to safeguard visitors.

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The Vessel to reopen with improved safety measures

Archinect

The Vessel has announced it will again be open to visitors in New York City later this year after upgraded anti-suicide safety measures are installed in response to a spate of tragedies that have befallen its existence since being inaugurated in March of 2019.

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The Vessel reopens with improved safety barriers after three years

Archinect

The Vessel now includes expanded safety measures, with steel mesh barriers installed on four stairwells and adjoining platforms. The topmost floor will remain closed to the public, marking a significant shift in visitor access aimed at enhancing safety.

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Arup publishes new guide to fire safety and mass timber design

Archinect

Arup has just released a new comprehensive guide to fire safety design and mass timber construction for architects in response to the nascent surge of projects utilizing the material nationwide.

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The Ultimate Guide To Data-Driven Construction: Optimize Projects, Reduce Risks, & Boost Innovation

Speaker: Donna Laquidara-Carr, PhD, LEED AP, Industry Insights Research Director at Dodge Construction Network

You won’t want to miss this webinar!

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LA halts Metro Purple Line construction over worker safety concerns

Archinect

Work on the vast expansion of the Metro Purple Line in Los Angeles has come to an abrupt stop following dozens of worker injuries and safety concerns that officials say have not been addressed. The safety of those building our county’s transportation projects must always be protected.

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'Lunch atop a skyscraper' reflects how far construction safety standards have come

Archinect

However, when examining what’s being depicted, it is undeniable that there is an array of problematic safety violations present, including a lack of proper footwear, personal protective equipment, and fall protection.

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