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5 Critical Factors of Effective Loss Control

Construction Business Owner

There are numerous resources to help construction companies prevent workers’ compensation claims. Companies can refer to their insurance carriers and agents or broker partners who employ consultants specializing in worker safety and injury prevention.

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SURVEYING: ERROR SOURCES IN TOTAL STATION

The Constructor

In the past very specific measuring techniques were taught and employed by surveyors to compensate for minor mechanical imperfections in theodolites. One must now do more than memorize techniques that compensate for errors. Vertical circle eccentricity cannot be compensated for in this manner since the circle moves with the telescope.

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Professional Liability Insurance Explained

Levelset

Professional liability insurance provides contractors coverage from financial losses that happen as a result of their errors, mistakes, or negligence. In that case, professional liability insurance would generally provide the plumber with reimbursement for legal fees, settlements, and judgments.

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4 Tips for Hiring a Reputable Plumbing Contractor

Construction Marketing

Since plumbing problems are prevalent in almost every home, your buddies and relatives should be able to refer you to a plumbing contractor that they trust. Consider Insurance and License. Besides that, if they are insured, you can be sure they will not become a liability in case they suffer an injury in the process of doing their job.

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Errors and Omissions (E&O) Insurance Explained for Construction?

Levelset

Errors and omissions (E&O) insurance covers contractors against financial loss resulting from mistakes, errors, or claims of negligence. While general liability insurance covers against claims related to injury or property damage, errors and omissions insurance protects from lawsuits related to financial loss.

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Additional Insured Endorsements & How They Work in Construction

Levelset

An insurance policy rarely meets every contractor’s needs out of the box. One of the most common endorsements you’ll likely encounter involves additional insured (AI) parties. While it may sound unusual, adding additional insureds is common and extends benefits both to you as a policyholder – and the party being named on the policy.

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The Danger of Over-Reporting on your OSHA 300 Forms

Safety Services Company

Experience Modification Rate or EMR is the number used by insurance companies to measure the cost of injuries in the past and the predication of future accidents or risk of a company. The lower the EMR of a business, the lower their worker compensation insurance premiums will be. Download OSHA 300 Quick Reference Guide.

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