Massachusetts H2692 implements the Walsh-Kennedy Commission Report recommendations, enhancing penalties for violations of cutting, welding, and hot.

Massachusetts H2692 implements the Walsh-Kennedy Commission Report recommendations, enhancing penalties for violations of cutting, welding, and hot works processes. The bill introduces stricter fines and potential imprisonment for repeat offenders. It also mandates the Department of Fire Safety to establish a public notification system for non-compliance with regulations. Additionally, the bill updates the state building code and state fire code violations to include higher fines and imprisonment for causing serious bodily injury or death.

Massachusetts H2692 implements the Walsh-Kennedy Commission Report recommendations, enhancing penalties for violations of cutting, welding, and hot.

Massachusetts H2692 implements the Walsh-Kennedy Commission Report recommendations, enhancing penalties for violations of cutting, welding, and hot works processes. The bill introduces stricter fines and potential imprisonment for repeat offenders. It also mandates the Department of Fire Safety to establish a public notification system for non-compliance with regulations. Additionally, the bill updates the state building code and state fire code violations to include higher fines and imprisonment for causing serious bodily injury or death.