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Industry Surveys Highlight the State of Women in Construction

Construction Junkie

While the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) most recent data cites that women only account for 10.9% 41% of respondents to the NAWIC survey ranked their employers below 80 for equal treatment of men and women on a scale of 1-100. Just like jobsite injuries, any discrimination or harassment greater than zero is completely unacceptable.

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These 5 essential traits in your team are the secret to a successful construction project

Fieldwire

Be accountable: Mistakes are inevitable in construction projects. Be accountable for your shortcomings and act on them quickly. Mutual respect Respecting another person includes acknowledging their talents and abilities, and not discriminating against them because of their race or social background.

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Subcontractor Insurance: 7 Policies Subs Should Consider for Their Business

Levelset

Employment practices liability. It helps cover legal costs if an employee files a lawsuit related to wrongful termination, harassment, discrimination, and breach of employment contract, among other claims. For electronic recordkeeping, bookkeeping, and accounting, cyber insurance is a must-have. Cyber insurance.

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Seven Traits of Profitable Specialty Contractors

Fieldwire

This might include current hardware and software for project management and accounting, mobile devices for communication, and sensors to monitor equipment performance and usage. These firms also have clear policies prohibiting harassment, discrimination and other harmful practices. Consistent Contracting Practices.

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#107:  "Prevailing Party" Attorneys' Fees Provisions

NH Construction Law

In New Hampshire, attorneys’ fee awards take into account “ the amount involved , the nature, novelty, and difficulty of the litigation, the attorney’s standing and the skill employed, the time devoted, the customary fees in the area, the extent to which the attorney prevailed , and the benefit thereby bestowed on his clients.”

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25 HR Compliance Terms to Know for 2018

Green Building Law Update

Intended to remedy the effects of past discrimination or underutilization of women and minorities. Depending on legislation, which varies by jurisdiction, employers may need to remove questions about criminal history from the initial job application. The AAP’s effectiveness is measured by the results it actually achieves.

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What Should a New Employee Do for the First Week?

ExactHire - Construction

Making meaningful efforts to engage your new hire on these points during their first week will dispel any lingering doubts they may have about you as an employer. . Compliance deals with the documents required for the new employee as well as the necessary safety and anti-discrimination training.