The 2018 hurricane season is here. It’s time for contractors to prepare for emergency weather situations that can not only disrupt current projects, but also hamper recovery efforts. Heavy rain and winds, surges in demand for labor and materials, and job site hazards in storm-damaged areas can create dangerous and expensive risks for contractors. Minimize…
Falls in residential construction are common. According to data from the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) Bureau of Labor Statistics, an average of 40 workers lose their lives each year as a result of falls from residential roofs. These injuries and losses are not only costly to your company due to claims and elevated insurance…
Smart and safe digging means knowing what is buried underground before you begin a project. Anyone digging or excavating has to be cautious—this includes contractors, road maintenance crews, telephone pole installers, fence builders, landscapers and even homeowners. Call Ahead Every state has a “One Call” hotline, accessible by dialing 811. Each state has its own…
Falls from elevated surfaces are frequently listed as one of the most common causes of accidents in the construction industry. Most of these accidents occur due to failure to follow basic ladder safety. To help prevent ladder injuries on the jobsite, practice the following safety tips. Setting up Safely Make sure you select the correct…
Attractive nuisances are man-made conditions on your property, vacant site or active site after-hours that draw trespassers. If children trespass on site due to these conditions, the general contractor on the site can be held liable for any injuries they sustain. Construction sites have an abundance of attractive nuisance hazards, including unstable walls and surfaces…
Theft can happen at any time—this is particularly true in the construction industry, where expensive tools and machinery are often left in plain sight or are easily accessible to criminals. Construction site theft is especially damaging, as the theft of materials and tools can quickly delay a project, sometimes bringing production to a halt. It…
The construction industry is one of the most hazardous in the United States. Every time you come to work, you are at risk for injury and always need to be cautious! Construction site injuries are caused by these top four hazards: falls, struck-by, caught-in-between and electrocutions. Check out these basic safety tips: Preventing Falls Wear and use…
Completing projects within budget is a constant challenge for many contractors. Here are five estimating mistakes to be aware of, along with best practices to combat them. Unrealistic expectations—Don’t rely on ideal or worst-case scenarios, which can lead to impractical estimates. Find the middle ground to avoid setting expectations too high and blowing timelines. Flying…
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