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How to File a Lawsuit After an Injury At a Construction Site?

Construction Marketing

These defenses include: Assumption of risk This defense says that you knew of the risks of working at a construction site and that you voluntarily assumed those risks. This defense is often used in cases where the worker was not provided with proper safety equipment or where the worker did not follow safety protocols.

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7 Ways Construction Companies Can Keep Their Workers Safe

Construction Marketing

As an employer, you should ensure that your construction site offers maximum safety and security standards to its workers. Here are critical steps you can undertake to enhance safety at your construction site. Training your employees on safety measures and equipment. Providing adequate safety gear. For instance, the U.S.

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Contractor Management and Safety Culture

Safety Services Company

Contractor Management and Safety Culture. Often, this work can be done off site, with little to no risk imposed to that company. When this is done, it's the responsibility of the hiring company to ensure the safety and health of the contractors is managed. Safety Program Evaluation. Risk Assessment.

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Expert Advice for Reducing ?Risk of Cyberattacks

Pro Builder

Risk of Cyberattacks. As predominantly small- and medium-size companies, home builders and trade contractors are especially vulnerable to cybersecurity issues, so it's important for them to understand the risks and take action to protect their companies. SVP Risk Services Division. PB: What should cyber risk training cover?

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Huh? Ugh! LOL: The Top Ten-tions of Construction Law and Contracts

Speaker: Matthew DeVries, Construction Law Attorney and National Blogger

The construction environment changed more in 2020 than any prior year—whether the parties were faced with government shutdowns, new health and safety restrictions, or overall financial strains. Yet, many projects remained on target and successfully reached the finish line this year.

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Wellness is for builders, not just for buildings

BD+C

As an industry, we have done an excellent job at emphasizing and improving site safety so that everyone goes home safe every day. But what about going home healthy? .

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Construction Law: April 2024

Construction Law

The government’s own net zero carbon targets are at risk if the speed of delivery of investments isn’t increased. Termination Termination: fortune may favour the brave (and well-prepared) Termination of contracts is on the rise, even though it is still regarded as a last resort, one that carries risks.