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Carpenter’s Insurance: Who Needs It & Why

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You can practice safety and use common sense on the job, but there’s no way to predict when accidents or injuries might occur. Carpenter’s insurance is a financial instrument that helps protect your business if accidents, injuries, or illnesses occur in a work-related capacity. What is carpenter insurance?

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State of the Construction Industry: March Roundup

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Chamber of Commerce Commercial Construction Index, a quarterly report about the construction outlook, many contractors are turning to prefabricated and modular building designs and materials—often assembled indoors. Those who aren’t sure about the requirement should consult OSHA or a legal expert to ensure they’re following federal law.

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What Is a Certificate of Insurance (COI) for Contractors — and When Do You Need One?

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If you’re bidding on contract work, you will likely need a COI per terms of a legal agreement. Some parties — like owners and GCs — will want some assurances that any not-at-fault, job-related accidents or injuries will not cause them financial harm. What information is included in a COI? Why a certificate of insurance matters.

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Designing for recovery: The role of flooring in healthcare facilities

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2 This approach aims to positively impact patients and staff, utilizing a continuous improvement model informed by monitored results. Reduce slips, trips, and falls One-third of all patients fall more than once during hospitalization, with 25 to 50 percent of fallers suffering injuries.

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First-Party vs. Third-Party Insurance: What’s the Difference?

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Common contractor policies Workers’ compensation, commercial auto, commercial property, and builder’s risk General liability and professional liability Example A building in progress, insured by builder’s risk insurance, is damaged by a fire. The general contractor who bought the insurance policy is reimbursed for damages.

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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. Worker injury. If your business were found responsible for the injury, paying out of pocket for a worker’s medical bills could cause financial harm. . What is plumber’s insurance? Liability for damage.

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Insurance for HVAC Contractors: What It Covers and Why You Need It

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Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) contractors must protect their business property while reducing the odds that a job-related accident or injury could financially harm their business. Unique situations could arise for HVAC contractors when installing heating units in residential or commercial buildings.