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What Certifications Does A Crane Need To Operate On Construction Sites?

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Certifications protect construction companies and employers when they hire certified crane operators. A solid commitment to safety can help reduce legal liabilities resulting from accidents or non-compliance with safety regulations. It also helps minimize accidents and uphold professionalism within the construction industry.

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#137:  Liability for Negligent Selection of Subcontractors

NH Construction Law

“As a general rule, the employer has a duty to use reasonable care to choose a contractor who is properly qualified to perform the work. Subcontracting to someone with scant experience but who “talks a good game” likely won’t cut it. ’” Arthur v. Macallen Company , 98 N.H. Logistics, Inc.

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#99:  General Contractors' OSHA Liability for Subcontractors' Violations

NH Construction Law

For many years the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has implemented a Multi-Employer Citation Policy , under which more than one employer at a worksite – for example, a general contractor and a subcontractor – can be cited by OSHA for the same hazardous condition. In StormForce of Jacksonville, LLC , No.

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A Plumbing Contractor’s Guide to Insurance Coverage

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Plumbing contractor’s insurance may help your business stay afloat if accidents or injuries occur on the job. Whether you are at fault or not in an accident, attorneys’ fees can take a big chunk out of your revenue. Each field of subcontracting work has its own area of focus in insurance matters.

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Subcontractor Insurance: 7 Policies Subs Should Consider for Their Business

Levelset

If your business is found to have caused an injury or accident, the other party will seek damages. The bottom line is: Subcontracting work will be very difficult to secure if you carry no insurance or policies with inadequate coverages. . Employment practices liability. What happens when a subcontractor is uninsured?

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Construction Jobsite Safety: Strategies and Resources for Worker Well-Being

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Falls, alone, account for up to 70% of construction-related injuries and deaths, according to Dr. Dong Zhao of Michigan State University, who has been analyzing BLS data to determine why construction accidents keep happening and to discover or refine preventive measures. Falls are the most common jobsite accidents. Foulke Jr.,

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Construction Forms for excel

Construction Cost Estimating

Subcontractor Forms for Construction : Subcontract and Contractor Contract, Independent Sub Statement, License Verification, Potential Back charge, Potential Back charge Log, Back charge and Back charge Log, Non-conform Work Notice, Nonconforming Work Log, Credit Application, Credit Information Request, Subcontractor List, Supplier List.

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