Appointment of COVID-19 Marshal to oversee the measures at the construction site New Delhi

As construction work resumes, each construction site in New Delhi will have a COVID-19 marshal to ensure that hygiene measures are properly followed and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in labor protection camps has been provided with sufficient supplies.

As the Ministry of Infrastructure wants to start construction work in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities and rural centers in three extended lockdown, the Center has issued guidelines that make it mandatory for every laborer to conduct a health check-up and it is necessary to stay. 

Every guideline has been chalked out for every construction site. According to sources, there will be a Nodal Officer or COVID Marshal at each work site who will be in charge for all health, sanitation and hygiene measures.

It will be necessary to tell every worker whether they come in contact with COVID-19 positive case and other health related details.

Then all the workers, including the worker workers, will be left at the work site for a fortnight. No workers will be allowed to leave the labor camp after completing the quarantine.

Soap and sanitizer dispensers will stall at the entry and exit points of the main construction site. The government has banned all tobacco products from work sites.

All workers will be provided with face masks, tissues, goggles and gloves. In charge of the cleanliness and cleanliness of those areas, coveralls will be given. All construction materials entering the site will be left incomplete for three days.

Weekly doctors will visit every construction site. In the event of a laborer developing a cough, cold, or other symptoms, an isolation facility will also be built at the work site.

Real estate welcomes lockdown extension, How to measure for liquidity crisis to seek loss

The health and safety of the nation is the focal point at this time. The real estate industry welcomed the Centre's decision to extend the lockdown period until 3 May. But as a body, it is also quick to provide a relief package to the government to alleviate the liquidity crisis faced by the builders and also allow limited construction activities with appropriate. 

“We support the Prime Minister's announcement on the extension of the lockdown. We are waiting for the roadmap to be presented by the government on April 20 and will also urge the government to allow limited construction activity as it will help the real estate sector to bring its economic movement in a formidable shape, "CREDAI.

It is anticipated that this will adversely affect an economy already under severe stress. Industry giants are looking for some measures that will keep businesses such as outright restructuring of bank loans from developers to deal with this liquidity crisis.

However, the cumulative approach of all veterans is that economic activities should start slowly including resuming construction activity at project sites.

What are the important precautions need to take care after lockdown?

As we make our way into normal life, there are still things we need to be cautious about. We still need to do our best to stay safe and protect ourselves, as well as the people around us.

We can no longer be careless and as things return to normal, they are far from it. But we cannot stop life; we need to bring back our regular routine, but keeping safety and our health in mind. Here are some precautions you need to do now –

1.  Wear a mask when you are out of the house. Even if it is going for a walk inside your construction society, you should wear a mask.

2.  Avoid social gatherings. It is very enticing to catch all the people you missed during the lockdown, but do not meet in groups. Try to catch as much as possible through a phone call or video call.

3.  Build and carry a safety kit. Like a first aid kit, a safety kit should have basics such as:-

• A face cover - This will help prevent you from touching your face when you exit.
•  Hand Sanitizer - This should be handy when you are going out or otherwise.
•  Hand Soap - If you are going out and have a soap bar in place, it is better to use your own soap.
•  Gloves - This is required when you are touching high contact surfaces such as lift buttons, ATMs etc.
•  Toilet seat sanitizer and tissue paper - If you are using the toilet at work or anywhere, you will need to keep both of these items with you.
•  Tissue - If you have a cold or allergic cough / sneeze, be on the safe side and cover your mouth with a tissue every time you cough. You need to throw the tissue in the bin as soon as possible.

4.  Do not take a shared ride in a cab or auto. Sit on the back seat and place your mask exclusively in the cab.

5.  Try and spend less time on the roads, especially if you do not have your own transport. Talk to your company to find out if you can travel during non-peak hours.

6.  If you are using public transport such as rail, metros and buses, use gloves when you are sitting on the railings and transacting money. Use an e-wallet and pass to avoid touching as much money as possible. If you can't avoid it, use the sanitizer as soon as you do.

7.  Avoid crowded lifts, take the stairs or wait for the next lift. If you are using stairs or escalators, do not touch the railing.

8.  At work, make sure you have tissue on your table and a sanitizer. As you work, wipe your desk, mouse, keyboard, and screen with a sanitizer or alcohol rub.

9.  Make sure that there is enough distance between you and your colleague when you are at your work center. There should be a minimum distance of 6 feet between you and the next person.

10.  If you need to have meetings, try calling them, especially if it is for a group of more than 5 people.

11.  Reduce the amount of paper you use, send documents digitally and have an e-signature. This will cut down on the amount of paper you come in contact with.

12.  If you have your meal at the office, make sure to at least carry your cutlery. Avoid using shared cutlery.

13.  When you return house, wash your hands immediately. If possible, take a shower as soon as you get house.

14.  At house, keep your house clean and hygienic regularly.

15.  When possible, get professionals to visit and consecrate your house, apartment building, and workplace. This needs to be done regularly until the number of cases is zero.

STAY HOME, STAY SAFE, STAY ALIVE

How smart house devices can save you money?

A 'smart house' is a discussion that has caught the attention of many house owners. From the popular Amazon Echo or Google's House Pod to essential smart house devices such as television sets, people are eager to see these devices to upgrade their house's look as well as electricity bills. Globally, market penetration of these cool, smart house appliances is projected to touch 38.7% by 2021, a big jump from 2016 when the rate was only 8.2%. Such large-scale development shows the popularity of these smart house appliances and paves the way for greater innovation and advancement in technology.

Most popular smart house appliances include smart refrigerators, smart thermostats, smart air conditioners, and even Wi-Fi routers. These smart house devices can be remotely controlled via the smart phone app by you or anyone at house. Enabling control of these devices from an app ensures that you can turn it on and off at any time and from anywhere. This will definitely reduce power consumption and many users have been stunned after seeing a substantial reduction in their monthly bills. While these devices are expensive, they can save you money in the long run. So, make a smart decision and get the necessary smart house device for your house today.

Smart Thermostats 

It is possible to control these smart thermostats via any device connected to your Internet, such as a tablet or smart phone. Since they are operated via Wi-Fi, you can control them from any remote location as well. For example, if you have left your house and have forgotten to lower the temperature, you can do it from your office, and do not need to stay indoors for any changes. These smart devices for your house understand your living pattern and change or adjust accordingly. Smart thermostats can ensure that no heat is being wasted and temperature changes can occur if it makes sense that no one is at house.

Smart ceiling fans

These ceiling fans work in the same way as a smart thermostat. Like other smart devices, these fans can be operated through Internet-enabled devices such as smart phones and tablets. They are thus allowing you to start, stop or change the speed of the fan through the application on your mobile device.

Smart light bulb

Clap for these smart bulbs! Smart bulbs are the future of the 21st century smart world. Replace your existing bulbs with these smart bulbs, and you are sure to save some extra money. When watching a movie, if you want to lower your room's light, do it through an app in your smart phone, just no need to get up to turn the light on or off. Is your child scared before entering a room with low light? Install smart bulbs that switch on any movement felt or switch off bedroom lights directly.

Smart outlet

To get a small start towards smart devices, you can start by installing smart plugs. These plugs help you control any device such as your bedside lamp, iron, or any electronic items attached to the socket so that if you leave your house in a hurry, do not remember that you unplugged the curling iron There is no need for it or not worry, just do it from your smart phone.

Conclusion

All these smart devices for your house are meant to add extra convenience to your life and will save you some money in the long run. If you want to make your house smart, you can start with the devices listed above.