Construction Work Zones Remain Hazardous, AGC Study Finds
ENR Construction
MAY 24, 2024
Nearly half of the participants in an Associated General Contractors' annual survey said work zones are less safe than a year ago.
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ENR Construction
MAY 24, 2024
Nearly half of the participants in an Associated General Contractors' annual survey said work zones are less safe than a year ago.
Construction Dive
MAY 29, 2024
Road builders believe a greater police presence and stricter work zone speeding enforcement are key to decreasing collisions.
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Construction Dive
MAY 30, 2023
AGC called upon legislators and motorists alike to improve roadwork safety as part of its highway contractor survey.
Construction Business Owner
APRIL 15, 2013
(April 15, 2013) -- Thirty-eight percent of highway contractors had motor vehicles crash into their construction work zones during the past year, according to the results of a new highway work zone study conducted by the Associated General Contractors of America.
Construction Equipment
MAY 12, 2020
The American Road and Transportation Builders Association has produced a video that shows contractors how to prevent the spread of infectious diseases such as Covid-19 in work zones. The 7-minute video acknowledges that a work-zone is not a “high-risk” area for the spread of infectious diseases,…
Construction Business Owner
DECEMBER 17, 2021
In the past few years, there has been an explosion in the types of technology available to contractors on-site. Certainly, immediate benefits have already been seen from deploying these technologies, such as wearable sensor systems that can warn workers when they are entering a hazardous zone. Data-Driven Safety On-Site. Alex Headley.
Safety Services Company
MARCH 1, 2024
So, with falls being a fear for contractors, initiatives like National Ladder Safety Month are vital. In this blog, let’s break down the major causes of ladder-related injuries, the safety essentials for contractors, and how to ensure safety and compliance for your workers at all times! Ladders are no exception.
Construction Equipment
MAY 25, 2016
Thirty-nine percent of highway contractors reported that motor vehicles had crashed into their construction work zones during the past year, according to the results of a new highway work zone study conducted by the Associated General Contractors of America.
ENR Construction
JULY 16, 2020
Motorists groups and taxpayer advocates write that highway work zone speed cameras are a corrupt enterprise designed to defraud motorists, while contractors and DOTs tout their effectiveness at stopping accidents. What if both are partially correct?
BD+C
MAY 25, 2018
54% of highway contractors reported that motor vehicles had crashed into their construction work zones during the past year, according to the results of a new highway work zone study conducted by the Associated General Contractors of America.
HardHatChat
NOVEMBER 1, 2018
Earlier this month, the Englewood Construction team was honored to be recognized as one of the Best Restaurant Contractors in Chicago by Chicago Architects. This recognition also got me thinking about what sets a really great restaurant contractor apart from a general construction firm.
Construction Equipment
MAY 22, 2015
Forty-six percent of highway contractors reported that motor vehicles crashed into their construction work zones during the past year, according to the results of a new highway work zone study conducted by the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC).
Construction Marketing Ideas
MARCH 26, 2019
The Lien Zone blog published by Miami Construction Lawyers touches close to home for two reasons. First, one of our publications, Florida Construction News, has become a vital and effective resource for Florida-area contractors, subtrades, suppliers, owners, architects and engineers.
Construction Equipment
DECEMBER 10, 2019
To make construction sites safer this winter, here is a list of safety tips that will lower risks and threats: Planning and hazard assessment Before the winter season arrives, an article in OHSCanada suggests doing a hazard assessment involving management, clients, contractors, and workers.
Construction Junkie
JUNE 16, 2020
Next up is The Lien Zone Podcast. Hosted by seasoned construction lawyer Alex Barthet, who is based in Florida, The Lien Zone Podcast is another one of our longest tenured shows to join our yearly competition. The Lien Zone podcasts have now become a standard part of our firm’s outreach and it has produced impressive results.
Construction Equipment
MAY 22, 2015
Forty-six percent of highway contractors reported that motor vehicles had crashed into their construction work zones during the past year, according to the results of a new highway work zone study conducted by the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC).
Safety Services Company
MARCH 1, 2024
So, with falls being a fear for contractors, initiatives like National Ladder Safety Month are vital. In this blog, let’s break down the major causes of ladder-related injuries, the safety essentials for contractors, and how to ensure safety and compliance for your workers at all times! Ladders are no exception.
Construction Equipment
JUNE 5, 2017
The Associated General Contractors of America surveyed more than 700 contractors nationwide during March and April and found 44 percent of the contractors had experienced vehicle crashes into their construction sites in 2016. The AGC survey results showed of the contractors reporting work zone crashes:
Contractor Bookkeeping
OCTOBER 7, 2022
Construction contractors like you are primarily in the "Hurry Up" and "Wait" zone. This Hurry Up and Wait for activity makes it hard for the contractor to schedule other jobs. Many contractors only hold a place open for the client once a job deposit has been received. Hurry up and answer the call from the customer.
Construction Equipment
SEPTEMBER 25, 2014
The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) will provide highway work zone safety training classes in 2015 after receiving the $135,000 Susan Harwood Training Grant from the U.S. Department of Labor.
HardHatChat
DECEMBER 14, 2012
I’ve been a national commercial contractor for more than 20 years, and believe me, I’ve seen it all. This has been a boon for the best retail contractors like Englewood Construction Company. Of course, finding the right national commercial contractor to build that first stand-alone can make all of the difference. But I digress….
Construction Specifier
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
It remains rare for most top insulation contractors to install c.i. climate zones, the IECC has mandated c.i. Some zones, however, will see different requirements due to extreme weather conditions. Builders and contractors working in zones with c.i.-related Since its introduction, c.i.’s on residential projects.
Safety Services Company
APRIL 16, 2013
OSHA Sponsors Highway Work Zone Awareness Stand Down. During the stand-down workers will be educated on work-zone safety topics, such as struck-by accidents, texting while driving and distracted driving. For more information on a custom safety program for your company, please contact us by clicking here.
HardHatChat
MAY 15, 2013
Hospitality construction has been a bright spot for commercial construction general contractors in 2013 across all spectrums of the market. That’s why hoteliers should always work with the best commercial contractors when considering a major renovation. We’ve done it all. The name of the industry says it all: hospitality.
Construction Marketing
JANUARY 25, 2023
This includes analyzing factors such as zoning regulations, transportation access, and market demand. After acquiring the property, the developer must design and plan the project, considering factors such as building codes and zoning regulations, the intended use of the property, and the target market.
Construction Equipment
SEPTEMBER 15, 2015
The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) will continue to provide highway work zone safety training classes in 2016, funded by a new federal safety grant the association earned. AGC will use the $120,000 Susan Harwood Training Grant from the U.S.
Cassell Construction Estimating
APRIL 18, 2024
For any General Contractor contemplating revising its cost codes, we strongly recommend using the 2004/2010 Masterformat, (50 Divisions), rather than the tried and true 1995 Masterformat (16 Divisions). Time marches on, and despite the familiarity and comfort zone of the old format, the new system is gradually replacing the familiar one.
Construction Equipment
SEPTEMBER 28, 2017
The Travelers insurance company has introduced a new digital tool that can help contractors identify areas around a construction site that may be negatively affected by the ground vibrations caused by heavy equipment.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JUNE 28, 2018
Warm weather has arrived in many parts of the country, and that means contractors are busy with projects. AGC Uses Targeted Ads to Try to Prevent Work Zone Crashes. A survey from the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) found that 54 percent of highway contractors reported crashes in their work zones within the past year.
Wolgast Corporation
NOVEMBER 5, 2023
Setbacks & Zoning Each municipality is different in their requirements and the type of business, whether it’s a commercial office, retail or a manufacturing company can make a difference to setback and zoning provisions. An architect or design/builder can help you identify zoning and setback requirements to help you make decisions.
Construction Equipment
MAY 24, 2019
The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) reported that 67 percent of highway contractors said motor vehicles had crashed into their construction work zones during the past year, according to the results of a new highway work zone study. In response, association officials have launched a…
Construction Junkie
APRIL 21, 2021
One of the toughest things to deal with on any project can be the relationships between owner and general contractor or the general contractor and subcontractor. In a recent post from The Lien Zone, a great source for construction law related advice, Patrick Barthet offers some steps to take before calling it quits.
Job Order Contracting
JANUARY 28, 2019
Congratulations to the following contractors for their recent award of CONTRACT #19-7320 – Job Order Contracting & Facilities Construction Services-Southern California by the Allied States Cooperative! AWARDED JOC CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTORS. There are twelve (12) designated zones for Southern California and the same number of UPBs.
Safety Services Company
MAY 21, 2024
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HardHatChat
FEBRUARY 27, 2012
If your retail construction contractor can build retail stores like this on Michigan Avenue…. For as long as I’ve been in the commercial construction business , which is 30 years, there have been two conflicting trains of thought about clients hiring a general contractor who also works for a competitor. It’s the same “who’s on first?”
HardHatChat
APRIL 6, 2010
The travel expenses alone for a non-local general contractor would inflate a retail construction bid to the point where the job isn’t economical. It’s better to work with a national retail construction contractor who is familiar with building your store in other cities verses a local general contractor who’s never built for you before.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
FEBRUARY 14, 2019
One of the biggest challenges that contractors’ finance and accounting departments face is keeping up with all of the ever-changing tax regulations, incentives and procedures. She discussed the new 21 percent flat tax rate on C-Corps and what that could mean in terms of tax savings for large contractors.
Construction Superintendent Magazine
MARCH 25, 2015
s Lambeau Field North & South End Zone Stadium Improvement project has been selected as the winner of a 2015 Associated General Contractors Alliant Build America Award in the Construction Management Renovation category. NEENAH, Wis. -- Miron Construction Co., This is the first AGC national win for the company. frontpage'
Construction Business Owner
JUNE 17, 2015
The contractor said, "There's been an accident; two of our workers are dead." He explained that a motorist had driven into the work zone, striking and killing two employees. It was 1 a.m. on a night several years ago when a client called with horrific news.
HardHatChat
JULY 23, 2012
While most of us will accept delayed Olympic news due to the time zone difference, the same isn’t true when working with international brands and new retail construction. Again, the best commercial contractors know how to anticipate for these challenges and work them into the construction schedule. So at 7 p.m. Municipality/U.S.
Pro Builder
SEPTEMBER 28, 2022
An apartment addition for an accessory dwelling unit to allow a family member to age in place presents several challenges and lessons learned for both the homeowners and contractor alike. They sought advice from a contractor that had remodeled Toni’s house and had renovated a hairdressing salon the family used to own. “We Peter Fabris.
ENR Construction
JULY 16, 2020
Contractors and DOTs tout camera effectiveness in stopping accidents, but motorist and taxpayer advocates say they are a corrupt enterprise designed to defraud drivers. It appears that both sides make a point. /p>
Construction Equipment
JULY 15, 2016
Prosecutor Matthew Bigler said Stafford was driving in excess of 70 mph in the construction zone. Stafford's truck slammed into a directional arrow board on I-69 during the morning commute and killed construction workers Coty DeMoss, 24, Noblesville, and Kenneth Duerson Jr., 49, Indianapolis.
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