Viewpoint Construction Technology

MARCH 29, 2018

To get ahead, it’s also important for contractors to keep up with what’s going on throughout the construction industry. Bureau of Labor Statistics just released February employment data, which shows the construction industry added 61,000 net new jobs in February, bringing the industry’s unemployment rate to 7.8

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FDR Safety

DECEMBER 11, 2020

Table 2 provides one example for determining the risk for each hazard. By agreeing to the probability that an event may occur and then the potential severity of the event, then the risk can be determine. It is critical to remember the primary purpose of using Table 2 is to drive consistency between risk assessments.

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

IS YOUR BUSINESS EFFECTIVELY PRIORITIZING CONSTRUCTION RISK MANAGEMENT? Truth be told, every industry involves risk. Ever-present risks can delay or completely derail investments. With that said, construction risk management should be a priority for your company. WHAT IS CONSTRUCTION RISK MANAGEMENT?

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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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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

2023 was a year of resilience, pressure, and economic uncertainty for our industry. Without completing it, you risk losing qualifications or compliance until it’s finished. Staying current through the annual update is essential for contractors to legally and safely conduct work on regulated properties and projects.

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FDR Safety

NOVEMBER 1, 2019

The Summit brought together safety and legal professionals from chemical manufacturing, petroleum refining, paper and other industries covered by OSHA’s PSM Standard and EPA’s RMP Rule, with officials from the relevant regulatory agencies. I recently attended the 2 nd Annual Process Safety Summit in Washington DC on Oct 15-16, 2019.

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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.

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Levelset

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Construction is a risky business by almost any measure: It not only has one of the highest business failure rates of any industry, but construction work also sits atop the list of the most dangerous jobs. In 2019, the construction industry accounted for about 20% of all work-related fatalities in the U.S. Common jobsite safety risks.

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Safety Services Company

JANUARY 5, 2024

As temperatures drop, the risks for contractors and construction workers multiply, from cold stress-related ailments to hazardous working conditions. Understanding and mitigating these risks is crucial for ensuring the safety and well-being of you and your team if you’re working in such environments.

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Safety Services Company

JUNE 13, 2024

In June, as we celebrate National Safety Month 2024 , it’s imperative to acknowledge the strides made in safety technology within industries like construction, oil, and gas. Recent statistics reveal a sobering reality: one in five construction workers experiences a fatal injury annually.

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Construction Marketing

MARCH 11, 2022

According to the National Safety Council, 12,900 work-related injuries happen every day in the United States. From severe back pain to broken bones, workers across different industries and occupations can become susceptible to a wide range of injuries. 30% of lost-time injury claims come from slips, trips, and falls.

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Pro Builder

JULY 27, 2020

What Are the Legal Safeguards for Getting Back to Work? As builders and trade contractors start to get back on track following the impact of COVID-19 and its restrictions, there are legal concerns to consider. Mon, 07/27/2020 - 12:57. Mike Beirne, Senior Editor.

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 19, 2013

OSHA reminds employers to post injury and illness summaries. This article was written by Safety Consultants with Safety Services Company , we provide Construction, Manufacturing, and General Industry Safety Programs to over 100,000 clients across the United States and Canada.

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 19, 2013

OSHA reminds employers to post injury and illness summaries. This article was written by Safety Consultants with Safety Services Company , we provide Construction, Manufacturing, and General Industry Safety Programs to over 100,000 clients across the United States and Canada.

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FDR Safety

NOVEMBER 12, 2018

However, some policies are so strict that they create potential legal issues. Recent cases (both OSHA and personal injury) suggest that industry’s quest to mandate employee performance may ignore the real world where workers encounter variables, and strict interpretation of the policy would literally prevent the work from being done.

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Safety Services Company

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Improving Quality Assurance Compliant contractors meet industry standards and maintain best practices, ensuring the project is completed on time while meeting the required quality levels. This saves you from expensive material loss, contract terminations, serious injuries, and costly lawsuits. Let’s explore this in detail: 1.

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Work Gearz

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Not wearing PPE can result in severe injury to yourself and to others around you. Experiencing injuries as a result of falling items or debris. Protects you from head injuries. Because industrial noise is not apparent to the naked eye, it is frequently overlooked as a workplace danger. Contamination- Around 0.15

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 9, 2018

was put on hold when air quality inspectors found signs of asbestos and no evidence the developer hired a certified contractor to remove the toxic material, putting workers’ lives at risk. Though the mineral is no longer mined in the United States, asbestos products are still imported legally and by the tons.

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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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Construction Business Owner

APRIL 5, 2012

Industry News. Industry Statistics. 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. First, they understand risk.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

General liability and professional liability protect businesses from different risks. General liability insurance protects businesses from claims of property damage or injury caused by their workers or incurred on their property. It can pay for medical costs and legal fees. General liability insurance.

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Levelset

JUNE 29, 2022

To those on the jobsite day-to-day, it’s no surprise that construction consistently tops the list of the most dangerous industries in the US. The Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) is the federal agency responsible for maintaining workplace safety across all industries. Health and safety – 863 violations.

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Levelset

AUGUST 31, 2022

Whether you’re just starting your business or looking to change insurance carriers, it pays to go with a company that has experience and knowledge in providing insurance for the construction industry. They also have a dedicated team of underwriters with expertise specifically for the construction industry. Find an agent.

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Lets Build

AUGUST 8, 2017

That is a statistic that “ The Construction Industry Helpline ”, an organization to help those in the construction industry on a variety of topics, CEO Bill Hill has discovered. Construction has one of the highest risks of suicide amongst its employees but they aren’t taking the statistics lying down, they are starting to fight back.

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Levelset

OCTOBER 14, 2022

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?

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Completed operations insurance covers property damage or injury caused by work that a contractor performed in the past. It pays for repairs of damages to the surrounding property, as well as legal expenses incurred during a lawsuit. Completed operations coverage provides legal defense of the claim, which is found to be not of merit.

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Safety Services Company

JULY 15, 2019

With 8 states that have approved the use of recreational marijuana and 18 states permitting the use of medical marijuana, it’s critical for companies operating in these areas to understand their legal responsibilities and how to deal with cannabis use at worksites.

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Construction Marketing

NOVEMBER 28, 2016

Drones possess a tremendous potential to help mitigate job site risks and enable smarter ways of construction. In order to make timely decisions and enhance reporting ability, the construction industry requires the use of cloud computing. Lever & Associates, PLLC in 2014 and is the firm’s top legal strategist.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Additional insured endorsements have recently drawn more attention in the construction industry. Among a number of other issues, insurance risk shifting is a concern for carriers. In addition, any other additional insured needs should be viewed as part of the company’s risk transfer program. all of which operate differently.

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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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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

Podcasts are now an essential medium for sharing information, and experts across the construction industry share their wisdom every day with listeners interested in growing a construction business, learning about the latest construction trends and technology, and building their understanding of construction law and finance. Kid Contractor.

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Work Gearz

AUGUST 6, 2022

General industry workers started wearing the boots as a result of their comfort, but the Rigger boot’s most commendable quality is the fact that they are pretty affordable.  Your workforce will be protected by these safety boots from a variety of risks, including slips, falls, and impact injuries. 

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Job Order Contracting

APRIL 30, 2022

management in the UK construction industry. Journal of Legal. Civil engineering management in the Industrial Revolution. the construction industry. Partnering in the construction industry: A code of practice. construction industry – A taxonomic approach to the literature of the 2000-2009 decade.

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Best Practices Construction Law

NOVEMBER 2, 2012

Over my legal career, I have handled a significant amount of workers' compensation disputes, representing injured employees, defending employers and insurance carriers, and even a few years working for an appellate judge that addressed workers' compensation appeals. provide analysis of industry trends. What to do with this information?

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Construction Marketing

MAY 21, 2021

This encompasses the procedures, policies, and safety equipment and tools that have to be observed to mitigate the risk of many workplace accidents. But, if you work in the construction industry, this means that you need to have good tradesman boots and working boots to keep you protected. 2) Identify Your Individual Workplace Hazards.

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Construction Lawyer

JULY 20, 2012

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. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >. Fidelity , 679 F.3d

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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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