HardHatChat

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

During this stage, the client/GC team collaboratively address site assessments, permit requirements, and scheduling, leveraging the GC’s practical experience in the field. These proactive safety measures reduced the risk of on-site incidents, minimized legal risks, and kept the project in line with OSHA requirements.

Risk 156

Risk Commercial Budgeting Budget 156

Best Practices Construction Law

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

You probably saw last month’s report about a major accident at a construction site in downtown Miami, Florida. This is a good reminder of the lessons to learn when investigating or handling an accident on a construction site. These include: Prepare before the accident. Act diligently when an accident occurs.

Accidents 62

Accidents Site OSHA Miami 62

Best Practices Construction Law

FEBRUARY 20, 2013

" While the explosion in Kansas does not appear to have involved an accident at a construction site, early reports do indicate that the cause may have been a contractor performing underground work that struck a gas line. These include: Prepare before the accident. Act diligently when an accident occurs.

Accidents 48

Accidents Site Kansas City Kansas 48

FDR Safety

AUGUST 21, 2018

This total is made up of the medical costs resulting from an accident, compensation payments for the injured worker, and any legal expenses. To simplify, indirect costs include everything that comes after the medical, legal, and compensation expenses. If more injuries are prevented, the price of direct costs will drop.

Safety 136

Safety Injury Compensation Accidents 136

Construction Marketing

FEBRUARY 7, 2017

Today, the use of manual operation on construction sites is being overtaken by the use of fast machines, like robots. The recent emergence of big data has helped construction sites with plenty of information to transform the construction process. Lever & Associates, PLLC in 2014 and is the firm’s top legal strategist.

Construction 167

Construction Accidents Life Cycle Injury 167

Lets Build

JULY 7, 2020

Every day is a new day in a construction site and those who are involved need to be kept in the loop of what has occurred. These reports can include basic information on what was completed that day and they can also be filled with little tidbits that include issues that occurred or accidents that happened.

Project Management 174

Project Management Construction Accidents Site 174

FDR Safety

AUGUST 21, 2018

This total is made up of the medical costs of an accident, compensation payments for the injured worker, and any legal expenses. To simplify, indirect costs include everything that comes after the medical, legal, and compensation expenses. If more injuries are prevented, the price of direct costs will drop. Indirect Costs.

Injury 120

Injury Safety Compensation Accidents 120

Safety Services Company

APRIL 8, 2025

Consider project delays, legal battles, insurance rate increases, and the damage done to your companys reputation. Reduce Workplace Injuries Well-informed and well-trained team members mean fewer accidents on the job. Safety training creates a workforce thats not only aware of potential hazards but also equipped to manage them.

OSHA 82

OSHA Safety Risk Mobility 82

Safety Services Company

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Avoiding Legal Issues Hiring clients hire a licensed contractor to save themselves from legal liabilities and low-quality work. In that case, the responsibility of dealing with workplace accidents or unsafe job sites will fall upon them, causing legal issues.

Management 126

Management Contractors Safety OSHA 126

Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 9, 2011

Fewer accidents also mean lower insurance premiums, which mean lower labor costs. The more accidents and safety violations you have on a job, the more the job is going to cost; and the last time I checked you can’t submit a change order just because your team got hurt on the job! Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites.

Construction 136

Construction Insurance Software Software 136

Construction Business Owner

JUNE 29, 2012

Committing Intentional Project Communications » Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites. I can say that the courts in most areas would hold at least the contractor liable for this accident and serious painful injury. You can leave a response , or trackback from your own site. Home » Blogs. Leave a Reply.

Construction 120

Construction Safety Software Software 120

Safety Services Company

JUNE 13, 2024

Accidents and injuries not only disrupt productivity but also escalate costs and potentially lead to legal repercussions. Virtual Reality (VR) Safety Training: VR training allows workers to experience simulated job site scenarios in a safe environment. It’s time to rewrite these narratives.

Risk 127

Risk Safety Management Injury 127

Construction Marketing

APRIL 25, 2016

Mobile apps are extremely helpful because they can be used on-site, and, interestingly enough, they’re appealing to the older generation. Unanticipated events- accidents, severe weather, shipping delays. Threat: Data Collection On-Site. Data gets stuck on-site if work flow isn’t clear. Resolve disputes.

Documentation 120

Documentation Construction Software Software 120

Construction Business Owner

JUNE 29, 2012

Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites » Better Project Management through Better Communication. As I mentioned before, communication often occurs by accident – it just happens. You can leave a response , or trackback from your own site. Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites. Categories.

Construction 136

Construction Documentation Software Software 136

Lets Build

MAY 18, 2017

Severe accidents or extreme weather conditions are unpredictable factors that may impede the proper progress of a project. But the main difference in this case is that it’s something that could easily be prevented if there are no problems with late payments or unsafe site conditions. Keep a Site Diary. Unforeseen Reasons.

Construction 165

Construction Life Cycle Contract Plans 165

Safety Services Company

MARCH 1, 2024

The Shocking Truth About Ladder Mishaps As careful as we may try to be, the reality is over 22,000 people are reported injured yearly due to ladder-related accidents; of these, over 100 people sustained fatal injuries. Construction sites make up the vast majority of accidents and, unfortunately, fatalities.

Safety 97

Safety Contractors Inspections Accidents 97

Construction Business Owner

MARCH 8, 2012

I recently worked on a job site for a client, and my safety observations during that time were quite revealing. Our jobsite was not yet dried in, so when we had heavy rains, there was water and Carolina mud all over the concrete floors – we had an accident waiting to happen. You can leave a response , or trackback from your own site.

Construction 120

Construction Safety Software Software 120

Lets Build

APRIL 15, 2020

Additionally, the basics and essentials of budgeting, finance, organisation, scheduling, conflicts, and legal issues are also covered by the project manager. Are site inspection requirements from consultants met and are appropriate instructions given to contractors following site meetings and inspections?

Project Management 148

Project Management Management Construction Feasibility 148

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 5, 2012

They sponsor programs in communities or the larger market to encourage health, reduce traffic accidents, etc. You can leave a response , or trackback from your own site. Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites. Home Contact Us About Us Subscribe Advertise Legal Disclaimer Site Map -->. productivity.

Risk 120

Risk Insurance Construction Software 120

Levelset

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

If your business is found to have caused an injury or accident, the other party will seek damages. Medical expenses, property damage, and legal defense costs can grow quickly. An uninsured business would likely not have the financial resources to pay a large legal settlement. Commercial umbrella insurance.

Insurance 98

Insurance Liability Claims Injury 98

Safety Services Company

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Getting the job done on-site is the goal, and contractor management services ensure that hardworking individuals return home safely at the end of the day. This directly translates to a well-equipped and well-trained staff that can mitigate workplace accidents and respond swiftly in case they occur.

Management 112

Management Contractors Safety Certification 112

BD+C

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Construction robotics and autonomous systems could use generative AI to identify patterns from the construction site and adapt their behavior accordingly. Structural failures would raise ethical and legal questions regarding the responsible party. Improve construction automation.

Innovation 59

Innovation Industrial Construction Resource 59

Lets Build

MAY 19, 2023

By disseminating this information clearly and consistently, the construction team can maintain a safe working environment and adhere to legal and regulatory standards. This helps to mitigate potential risks and liabilities, safeguarding the well-being of workers and minimising the likelihood of accidents or injuries.

Management 141

Management Inspections Construction Plans 141

Building Radar

AUGUST 22, 2024

From safety hazards to contractual disputes, the industry faces numerous liability issues that can lead to costly legal battles, project delays, and financial losses. Construction sites are inherently dangerous, with heavy machinery, high elevations, and hazardous materials all contributing to the potential for accidents.

Liability 52

Liability Risk Legal Construction 52

Best Practices Construction Law

SEPTEMBER 4, 2014

My mentor and good friend, Cordell Parvin , has over the years shared with me some great best practices for contractors—whether talking about bid protests, accidents on the jobsite, or filing a claim. Prove legal entitlement. You need to paint the right story based upon the facts and use the law to prove your legal entitlement.

Compensation 54

Compensation Claims Change Orders Legal 54

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 7, 2023

Daily construction reports can save construction companies legal trouble, underline professionalism and elevate projects from good enough to excellent , with all the success that implies. Worker Information: It’s essential to have an accurate picture of the number of workers on site that day and the number of hours they worked.

Documentation 52

Documentation Construction Legal Mobility 52

Work Gearz

JULY 17, 2020

If you are working in a warehouse, construction site, traffic points, or at any place where visibility is the shield of your safety the safety vests are a must for you. . In times of disasters and emergencies, like a road accident or any natural disaster, people can easily identify the wearer of the safety vest and approach you for help.

Safety 69

Safety OSHA Guidelines Fabrication 69

Work Gearz

MAY 16, 2022

With the risk of workplace accidents and the fair share of daily trouble and hardships, construction workers do have to put up with a lot on a day to day basis.   Bright yellow vests help drivers to see construction workers from a distance so as to take caution and avoid any accidents from occurring.

Construction 52

Construction OSHA Accidents Safety 52

ENR Construction

JULY 30, 2012

Search our site: Infrastructure. As the Olympic torch arrived to light the cauldron at Olympic Stadium on July 27, it was greeted by an honor guard of 500 hardhat-wearing construction workers, many of whom had helped to build Olympic Park on a derelict industrial site in East London. submissions | site map |. contact us.

Construction 76

Construction Baltimore Safety FAQ 76

Work Gearz

JANUARY 30, 2021

A hard hat is there to do a job and that is to protect a worker from falling debris, accidents with tools or machinery, injury from impact, or electrical shock accidents. You are going to be more likely to have an accident if you wear the hat the wrong way. On a tea break or a lunch break, when away from the construction site.

OSHA 52

OSHA Accidents Guidelines Products 52

Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

From financial difficulties to fatal accidents, construction risk management is integral in order to secure a company’s survival and eventual growth. As such, different risks threaten different construction sites. Legal Risks. Legal risks can include situations wherein a breach of contract occurs. WHAT’S YOUR PLAN?

Risk 62

Risk Management Construction Safety 62

Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

From financial difficulties to fatal accidents, risk management is integral in order to secure a company’s survival and eventual growth. . As such, different risks threaten different construction sites. Legal Risks. These legal binding documents detail how long the project would last and how much contractors would be paid.

Risk 62

Risk Management Construction Safety 62

Levelset

AUGUST 24, 2022

Covers contractors against accidents, property damage, and in some cases, libel. To really understand the differences between builder’s risk vs. general liability insurance for contractors, keep reading for a detailed breakdown of each type of insurance and its purposes on a job site. . What is builder’s risk insurance?

Liability 52

Liability Risk Insurance Contractors 52

Safety Services Company

MARCH 1, 2024

The Shocking Truth About Ladder Mishaps As careful as we may try to be, the reality is over 22,000 people are reported injured yearly due to ladder-related accidents; of these, over 100 people sustained fatal injuries. Construction sites make up the vast majority of accidents and, unfortunately, fatalities.

Safety 48

Safety Contractors Inspections Accidents 48

Contractor Bookkeeping

SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

First aid training as well as equipment provision is indeed a legal requirement for your company regardless of how small or big it is. All employees will become more safety aware – this can indeed greatly reduce the number of accidents. Today''s Guest Article Is From Sarah Miller, Business Consultant And Writer.

Accounting 53

Accounting Injury Certification Consulting 53

Safety Services Company

OCTOBER 10, 2012

WILG’s members are committed to improving the quality of legal representation to those injured on the job or victims of occupational illness by superior legal education and by keeping informed of legislative and judicial proceedings. How long have you been with the group? Why did you get involved in helping injured workers?

Injury 53

Injury Compensation Insurance Employment 53

Building Radar

JULY 30, 2024

Technologies like IoT sensors and drones provide valuable insights into project progress, equipment performance, and site conditions. Additionally, software solutions help ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards, reducing the likelihood of accidents and legal issues.

Management 52

Management Construction ProCore Safety 52