From Good to Great: A Guide to Safety Measures When Working Outdoors
The Constructor
MAY 3, 2021
Employees who work outdoors face a more significant risk of contracting injury or illnesses than their co-workers who work indoors. Be it the summer.
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Top 10 OSHA Violations to Be Aware of in 2025
Safety Services Company
FEBRUARY 21, 2025
OSHA violations are more than just compliance issuesthey put lives at risk and jeopardize your company’s reputation. Why OSHA Violations Matter Each OSHA violation represents a potential injury or fatality that could have been prevented. Prevention Steps: Conduct site inspections to identify all fall risks.
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Construction Risk Management: What to do when your project goes wrong
Lets Build
JUNE 6, 2017
There is a number of parameters that you should think about and an efficient management of the risk is surely necessary. In other words, you can’t really define risk on the exact same way in every construction project. Even within the same project, there may be distinct sources of risk. Types of risk in construction.
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Using Contract Skilled Labor Can Reduce Workers’ Compensation Risk—Here’s How
Pro Builder
NOVEMBER 10, 2022
Using Contract Skilled Labor Can Reduce Workers’ Compensation Risk—Here’s How. Using a staffing company can help employers lower workers' compensation risk while still meeting project workload demands and customer deadlines. Thu, 11/10/2022 - 10:44.
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The Importance of Safety During Disaster Relief
FDR Safety
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
Natural disasters such as hurricanes, tornadoes, and floods present significant high-risk hazards to restoration employees, recovery workers and volunteers. If properly implemented this will save time and significantly reduce the chance of injury.
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Construction Business Owner Blogs
Construction Business Owner
APRIL 5, 2012
Green Construction & Construction Software » The Business of Construction Risk Management. With every project, no matter how big or small, there is always risk – risk of injury, financial responsibility, or quality assurance. If you stop to think about it, it’s clear that risk carries a dollar value.
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Things Involved With Hiring Uncertified Hi-Rail Crane Operators – What You Need To Know
Construction Marketing
FEBRUARY 6, 2023
The risks associated with an uncertified operator can be severe. It ranges from personnel injuries to property damage. This could be a potential risk for operators, workers around the area, and those below it. That’s why it’s so crucial that companies understand those things before deciding to hire an operator.
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209 What Is Inefficient Risk Transfer? The Use of Indemnification in Construction Contracts
Best Practices Construction Law
MAY 3, 2017
In parenting, there is no written contract between the adult and to child to transfer the responsibility for the loss or damage. In construction, there should be a written contract to transfer the risk when you are stuck between a rock and a hard place.
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Builder’s Risk vs. General Liability for Contractors: What’s the Difference?
Levelset
AUGUST 24, 2022
Construction businesses need many different types of insurance to mitigate the risks associated with building projects. Two of the most common insurance policies that contractors have are builder’s risk and general liability, which serve very different purposes. What is builder’s risk insurance?
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Construction Liability Issues: Common Risks and How to Mitigate Them
Building Radar
AUGUST 22, 2024
Construction projects, by their very nature, involve a significant degree of risk. Understanding these risks and knowing how to mitigate them is crucial for anyone involved in construction, whether you’re a contractor, developer, or project manager. Common Construction Liability Issues 1. Documentation is also key.
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From Zero to Hero: Construction Risk Management
Safety Services Company
FEBRUARY 19, 2020
IS YOUR BUSINESS EFFECTIVELY PRIORITIZING CONSTRUCTION RISK MANAGEMENT? Truth be told, every industry involves risk. Whether the project involves a multi-million-dollar office building or a three-story apartment complex, there are several risks that need to be considered in order to ensure the success of any construction project.
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From Zero to Hero: Construction Risk Management
Safety Services Company
FEBRUARY 18, 2020
How Well Does Your Business Prioritize Construction Risk Management? Truth be told, every industry involves risk. Whether the project involves a multi-million-dollar office building or a three-story apartment complex, there are several risks that need to be considered in order to ensure the success of any construction project.
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Construction risk management: Regain control when your project goes wrong
Lets Build
NOVEMBER 5, 2020
Being able to define the major sources of risk in your projects can eventually pave the way for faster and cheaper delivery without having to compromise quality. That being said, coming up with an effective risk management framework across different projects is possible. How we could define risk in a construction project.
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10 Ways Technology Is Closing the Productivity Gap
Viewpoint Construction Technology
MARCH 14, 2018
This eliminates the need for paper records that someone would have to input into an on-premise software system later on, as well as the risk of losing documents or incorrect information being recorded. In some cases, robotics can also prevent repetitive motion injuries, sprains, or strains that are common in traditional construction work.
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7 Tips for Contractor Workplace Safety: Safe + Sound Week
Safety Services Company
AUGUST 12, 2024
In today’s fast-paced contracting industry, contractor workplace safety is not just a priority—it’s a commitment. A safe work environment is a cornerstone of successful projects, ensuring every team member can perform at their best without the looming threat of injury or accident.
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Limbach wins workers comp risk management award | Best.
Contractor Magazine
SEPTEMBER 6, 2012
Home > Management > Best Practices > Limbach wins workers comp risk management award. Limbach wins workers comp risk management award. Related Articles Limbach wins workers comp risk management award. Project Management. Advertisement. ); //. Comments 0. ” Advertisement. ); //. Discuss this Article 0.
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FDR Safety
MARCH 11, 2015
While using temporary workers can help companies maintain financial flexibility, organizations can face significant risks and vulnerability to OSHA enforcement without careful attention to providing those workers with adequate safety and health protection and training. Temporary worker safety – Are you vulnerable? By Jim Stanley.
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Refine versus shine: Defining and defending design intent with refined concrete
Construction Specifier
JANUARY 13, 2025
Without a quantifiable specification to convey contract requirements, project teams will continue to be handed polished concrete floors that are ripe for change orders and expensive to maintain. He has trained thousands of architects, engineers, and contractors on how to produce better results and reduce risk in concrete. and B101.4.
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Snapchat This! That Little Green Card is Pretty Important Says One Court
Best Practices Construction Law
OCTOBER 8, 2020
Although information is transmitted instantaneously in today’s environment, proof of receipt of that information (often called “Notice”) remains subject to some very strict rules imposed by contract, case law or statute. In a transportation case involving a personal injury, Department of Transportation v.
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7 Construction Trends That Will Propel the Industry in 2022
Lets Build
FEBRUARY 24, 2022
They can, for example, perform a visual inspection of high-risk areas like tall buildings, smokestacks, and partially completed bridges. Over time, this leads to injuries, time off work, and workers’ compensation claims. Apart from mapping, drones provide a cost-effective measure for overseeing work zone safety and theft prevention.
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A Guide to Contractor Management and Prequalification
Safety Services Company
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
This saves you from expensive material loss, contract terminations, serious injuries, and costly lawsuits. Ensures Companies Follow Safety Measures Maintaining compliance is critical to promoting the wellness of employees and preventing serious injuries or loss of life.
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New ISNetworld® Hiring Client Coca-Cola Joins June 2024
Safety Services Company
JULY 30, 2024
By staying compliant, contractors can enhance their reputation, increase their chances of securing contracts, and contribute to a safer and more efficient work environment. Benefits of Compliance Improved Safety: Compliance ensures that all safety protocols are followed, reducing the risk of accidents and injuries.
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Subcontractor Insurance: 7 Policies Subs Should Consider for Their Business
Levelset
SEPTEMBER 14, 2022
Let’s take a look a subcontractor insurance: when it’s needed, what happens if a sub goes uninsured, and what policies subs can use to protect their businesses from risk. When a subcontractor is uninsured, the business can still be liable for any property damage or injury to others. Do subcontractors need insurance?
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constructionattorneyblog: Risks in LEED design
Construction Lawyer
MAY 13, 2009
The cases with which he has been involved are varied and wide-ranging and include personal injury, breach of contract, criminal defense, commercial disputes, and consumer fraud. In other words, you use the stuff we post here at your own risk. Risks in LEED design. TrackBack URL for this entry: [link].
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4 Lessons Construction Companies Can Take From Episodes 1 & 2 of The Last Dance
Construction Junkie
APRIL 23, 2020
What Happened: Michael Jordan Was Held Out of Games Longer Than Necessary Due to Injury Lesson: Don’t Bet Against Your Company In Jordan’s second year, he suffered a pretty serious ankle injury early in the season. As Bulls owner Jerry Reinsdorf explained, why would you risk a career ending injury for short term gain?
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Additional Insured Status: Playing the Speak-Out Game on a Construction Project
Best Practices Construction Law
FEBRUARY 21, 2018
Proper insurance coverage is an important risk management tool for contractors, subcontractors, project owners/developers and design professionals. Whether you are required by contract or law, purchase and maintaining the appropriate coverage can help you avoid catastrophe on your project.
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Professional Liability Insurance Explained
Levelset
SEPTEMBER 7, 2022
Unlike general liability insurance — which protects contractors when their work leads to bodily injury or property damage — professional liability offers coverage in situations when their work causes another party to lose money. Some mistakes could lead to bodily injury or property damage—which are both covered by general liability insurance.
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Errors and Omissions (E&O) Insurance Explained for Construction?
Levelset
SEPTEMBER 2, 2022
While general liability insurance covers against claims related to injury or property damage, errors and omissions insurance protects from lawsuits related to financial loss. Errors and omissions insurance, also called professional liability insurance, is one tool that contractors can use to transfer risk away from themselves.
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How Important Is That Little Green Card? Pretty Darn Important Says One Court.
Best Practices Construction Law
MAY 17, 2018
Although information is transmitted instantaneously in today’s environment, proof of receipt of that information (often called “Notice”) remains subject to some very strict rules imposed by contract, case law or statute. In a recent transportation case involving a personal injury, Department of Transportation v.
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constructionattorneyblog: Termination of contract bars arbitration
Construction Lawyer
AUGUST 8, 2005
The cases with which he has been involved are varied and wide-ranging and include personal injury, breach of contract, criminal defense, commercial disputes, and consumer fraud. In other words, you use the stuff we post here at your own risk. Termination of contract bars arbitration. In Aberdeen Golf & Country Club v.
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DESPITE HAVING TWICE SIGNED CONTRACT, CORPORATE
Construction Lawyer
MARCH 16, 2012
The cases with which he has been involved are varied and wide-ranging and include personal injury, breach of contract, criminal defense, commercial disputes, and consumer fraud. In other words, you use the stuff we post here at your own risk. The laws of each state are different and each situation is unique. LEXIS 5034 (2d Cir.
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Statute of Limitations - construction v. contract
Construction Lawyer
JANUARY 30, 2006
The cases with which he has been involved are varied and wide-ranging and include personal injury, breach of contract, criminal defense, commercial disputes, and consumer fraud. In other words, you use the stuff we post here at your own risk. contract : Recent Posts. Statute of Limitations - construction v. Thomas (Jan.
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Understanding the Essential Insurance Requirements for Construction Projects
Building Radar
JULY 15, 2024
Insurance plays a crucial role in managing risks and ensuring the successful completion of any construction project. It covers bodily injury, property damage, and personal injury claims that arise during the course of a project. This type of insurance is crucial for projects with higher risk profiles or substantial budgets.
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New Flannery piling kit makes major impact for Morgan Sindall
Construction Enquirer
MAY 24, 2023
The system not only reduces safety risks by limiting people plant interface, but it also reduces costs due to increased productivity and also through reducing damage to the piles thanks to the unique process of ‘milling’ the internal and external pile. We can then go in afterwards and just trim everything up.”
constructionattorneyblog: Arbitrators award attorneys fees, contract.
Construction Lawyer
APRIL 15, 2009
The cases with which he has been involved are varied and wide-ranging and include personal injury, breach of contract, criminal defense, commercial disputes, and consumer fraud. In other words, you use the stuff we post here at your own risk. Arbitrators award attorneys fees, contract notwithstanding.
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How to Get Your Supers to Actually Fill Out Daily Reports
ProcurementExpress.com
AUGUST 12, 2019
These documents contain a wealth of information, providing insights that can inform future contracts, estimates, and inventory management. Compare Contract Terms to What Actually Happens on the Job Site. Sure, contracts are an important piece of the puzzle, but they’re also based on what you think will happen. Bottom Line.
UNDERSTANDING EXPERIENCE MODIFICATION RATES
Safety Services Company
OCTOBER 9, 2017
It reflects your company’s past injury and illness incidents and lets the insurance carrier calculate future risk. depending on a variety of factors used to determine risk. This means their history as a company shows a greater risk of injury and Workers’ Compensation claims than the average manufacturing company.
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48 California Imposes Additional Liability on Architects
Construction Lawyer
JULY 17, 2014
In many states, including California up to this point, a designer cannot be directly sued by a third party with whom it had no contract (such as a condominium purchaser). . 3) Plaintiff‘s members have suffered injury; the design defects have made their homes unsafe and uninhabitable during certain periods. (4) Not completely.
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Does GC Insurance Cover Subcontractors?
Levelset
SEPTEMBER 23, 2022
General contractors know these risks when they take the role. However, with the amount of risk involved in a standard construction project, general contractors typically need to hold multiple policies. Builder’s risk insurance. Verdict: Builder’s risk insurance may cover subcontractor damage in some situations.
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What Is a Certificate of Insurance (COI) for Contractors — and When Do You Need One?
Levelset
OCTOBER 13, 2022
Construction contracts often require that each hired specialty contractor maintain a minimum level of insurance coverage, and a COI will reflect that status. If you’re bidding on contract work, you will likely need a COI per terms of a legal agreement. There are a few parties that might require a COI from your contracting business.
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Outdoor Summer Work
Safety Services Company
JULY 10, 2014
Summer health risks for workers include the following: Heat. Heat illness from exposure to high temperatures and humidity, as well as UV exposure, can lead to serious injuries/illnesses. Ticks are more prevalent in warm weather and increase the chance of contracting Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, or West Nile virus.
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Construction Contract's arbitration provision is separable, based on
Construction Lawyer
MAY 2, 2012
The cases with which he has been involved are varied and wide-ranging and include personal injury, breach of contract, criminal defense, commercial disputes, and consumer fraud. In other words, you use the stuff we post here at your own risk. Construction Contracts arbitration provision is separable, based on Rent-A-Center.
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General Liability vs. Professional Liability: What’s the Difference?
Levelset
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
When it comes to protecting your contracting business from claims and lawsuits, it can be tough to know what type of insurance you should purchase. General liability and professional liability protect businesses from different risks. This coverage may also be required in certain contracts, either by request of the owner or lender.
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First-Party vs. Third-Party Insurance: What’s the Difference?
Levelset
SEPTEMBER 19, 2022
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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