The big picture

August 1, 2015  |  On the Job

Code discussions loom over a busy tent and event season. By Jill Lafferty, Editor Much of the North American tent rental industry is at the height of its busy season—and it shows on my Facebook news feed. InTents readers are posting photos and descriptions of tent installations and everything unde…
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Lyme disease prevention

August 1, 2015  |  On the Job, Safety & Codes

Outdoor workers may be at risk for tick-borne illnesses. Tick-borne diseases are commonly associated with outdoor recreation such as hunting and fishing, but the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recognize that outdoor workers are also at …
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Just right

August 1, 2015  |  Features, On the Job, Safety & Codes

Accurately determining space needs is critical for a successful tented event. The strategies of experienced tent and event pros help to make the process more science than art. Determining space requirements for a tented event can be fraught with consequence. Cut estimates too close and the event may…
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Code update

July 22, 2015  |  On the Job, Safety & Codes

Factors that would trigger structural reviews of tent installations considered. A proposal to the International Code Council’s (ICC) International Building Code (IBC) involving multistory tents installed for fewer than 180 days shows the continued need for the tent industry to work with code offic…
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How does OSHA determine which workplaces to inspect?

June 1, 2015  |  On the Job

Imminent danger situations are top priority. This means there is “reasonable certainty that a danger exists that can be expected to cause death or serious physical harm.” Catastrophes and fatal accidents are OSHA’s next priority. If an accident results in a death, you have 8 hours to contact O…
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OSHA inspection primer

June 1, 2015  |  On the Job, Safety & Codes

What to expect when OSHA inspects. An Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) inspection may strike fear in the heart of any business owner, but it doesn’t need to. Know what to expect and be prepared. An OSHA compliance officer coming to your door should report to the main office, id…
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How can I get a long life out of my tent fabric?

June 1, 2015  |  On the Job

Expert Q&A Q: How can I get a long life out of my tent fabric? A: First, it’s important to understand the composition of tent fabric. Scrim is a coarse woven polyester material used for reinforcement in both laminated and coated PVC (tent vinyl). The flexible scrim material is then encapsulate…
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Wind terminology

June 1, 2015  |  On the Job, Safety & Codes

Frequently asked questions about damaging winds. Straight-line winds are responsible for most thunderstorm damage. These winds can cause as much damage as a tornado. What are damaging winds? Damaging winds are often called “straight-line” winds to differentiate the damage they cause from tornado…
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Lighting looks for less

April 1, 2015  |  Features, On the Job

Economic lighting design delivers stylish simplicity without breaking the bank. By Holly O’Dell To accommodate ever-growing interest in creating a memorable event, many tent rental companies will add to or upgrade their accessories. Lighting often tops the list of this evolving stock, and for good…
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Life-saving shelter

April 1, 2015  |  On the Job

Design Shelter and Medizone partner to combat hospital-acquired infectious diseases. A company that develops disinfection technology for hospitals has teamed with a Canadian shelter manufacturer to devise a prototype mobile hospital system to combat hospital-acquired viral infections, including Ebol…
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