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Is Gravity Part of OSHA’s LOTO Regulation?

FDR Safety

In recent months, we at FDRsafety have been surprised at the number of cases involving injuries resulting from falling objects. In some cases OSHA is involved and in others, there is a civil suit alleging tort liability. Imagine trying to have a documented LOTO procedure for each of these tasks… It’ can’t be done.

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Is Gravity Part of OSHA’s LOTO Regulation?

FDR Safety

In recent months, we at FDRsafety have been surprised at the number of cases involving injuries resulting from falling objects. In some cases OSHA is involved and in others, there is a civil suit alleging tort liability. Imagine trying to have a documented LOTO procedure for each of these tasks… It’ can’t be done.

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Subcontractor Insurance: 7 Policies Subs Should Consider for Their Business

Levelset

“If something goes wrong, liability could hit the GC’s policy, which dilutes liability insurance limits, negatively impacts their claims history, and forces them to deal with a claim that’s not really their fault.”. If your business is found to have caused an injury or accident, the other party will seek damages.

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constructionattorneyblog: Limitation of Liability in new AIA Document

Construction Lawyer

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. 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. Sabo & Zahn LLC is an Illinois Limited Liability Company.

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Construction Liability Issues: Common Risks and How to Mitigate Them

Building Radar

From safety hazards to contractual disputes, the industry faces numerous liability issues that can lead to costly legal battles, project delays, and financial losses. In this article, we’ll explore some of the most common construction liability issues and provide strategies to address them effectively. Documentation is also key.

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Construction Business Owner Blogs

Construction Business Owner

Committing Intentional Project Communications » Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites. Points to Ponder: It is the contractor’s responsibility to create a work area and zone free from hazards that could cause injury or harm to persons or property. Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites.

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Benefits of Construction Mobile Apps

Construction Marketing

It takes an average of 18 minutes to find a paper document, and a whopping 70 percent of businesses would fail in three weeks if they had a catastrophic loss of paper due to a fire or flood. Paper forms decrease worker productivity, increase risk/liability, and decrease operational efficiency. Site Safety and Compliance Reporting.

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