Why compile a list of the top construction risks that workers, contractors, and project owners are susceptible to? Because 1 in every 10 construction workers are injured, in some capacity, on the job each year. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, that...
If you are an Asset Owner, General Contractor or Construction Manager, then you are no stranger to the world of insurance. However, when procuring an insurance policy or planning a project, do you know what program is best for you? Do you know whether a wrap-up model...
Construction safety orientations are essential to ensure a qualified workforce. On major projects, general contractors (GCs) and Construction Managers (CMs) might be overseeing hundreds of different subcontractors throughout the duration of a project. Promoting safe...
Over the years, municipal, state, and federal governments have become increasingly involved with ensuring the health and safety of workers—not just in construction—but in all industries. Forty years ago (1971), The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)...
Typically, OSHA cites the same workplace injuries or hazards over and over. We hear that falls are dangerous, to be cautious when handling chemicals, or to be aware of fire hazards. But, when it comes down to it, do companies have a strategy in place to ensure they...
Workplace injuries, accidents, and even fatalities are something every job site tries desperately to avoid. Across the world, measures are taken to provide a safe working environment for workers. However, despite active safety measures and enforcement from legal...
