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EEOC sues New Jersey electrical contractor for age discrimination

Construction Dive

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission filed suit against electrical contractor Hatzel & Buehler over alleged labor law violations.

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OSHA Alert: How to Prepare for an OSHA Inspection

FDR Safety

Here are points to remember when it comes to the walk around inspection: The law provides that a representative of the employer shall be given an opportunity to accompany the inspector. As we have discussed in previous updates, employers should designate a company representative far in advance of any OSHA inspection.

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Representation Matters in Construction: New Media Library Amplifies Industry Diversity 

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Autodesk commissioned several photoshoots with AGC member firms to create the initial collection of images. Their research found that only 43% of people who feel they have been discriminated against believe they have been well-represented in the media. Moving forward, Autodesk will continue to add content to the library.

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Surviving an OSHA Inspection

Safety Services Company

During this phase of the investigation the employer’s representative needs to inform the inspector if the employer is participating in any OSHA compliance programs or if the company has received any safety compliance exceptions from OSHA. They have a right to contest the time OSHA allows the employer for correcting a hazard.

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25 HR Compliance Terms to Know for 2018

Green Building Law Update

Intended to remedy the effects of past discrimination or underutilization of women and minorities. Depending on legislation, which varies by jurisdiction, employers may need to remove questions about criminal history from the initial job application. The AAP’s effectiveness is measured by the results it actually achieves.

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Walking a Tightrope: EEOC Guidance to Avoid Negligent Hiring by Construction Companies

Best Practices Construction Law

Clark Spoden , who focuses on business litigation, labor and employment, environmental and construction law. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission ( EEOC ) issued its long-awaited Enforcement Guidance regarding employers’ use of arrest and conviction records in employment decisions. Last April, the U.S.

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Federal Courts Not in the Business of Cleaning Up Language on Construction Sites

Best Practices Construction Law

(pdf), the United States Court of Appeals reviewed a Title VII case brought by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission against Boh Brothers Construction Company on behalf of the claimant, a male construction worker who alleged that his superintendent engaged in same-sex harassment. Employers beware of employee conduct.

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