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What Is a Certificate of Insurance (COI) for Contractors — and When Do You Need One?

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A certificate of insurance (COI) is a valid form used to prove that you carry the appropriate insurance policy. Why a certificate of insurance matters. Aside from owners and GCs, a government entity may want to see proof of liability insurance. Related: 9 Common Insurance Policies in Construction.

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10 Best Insurance Companies for Construction Businesses

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They offer a full range of business insurance policies, including general liability, commercial auto, workers’ compensation, and umbrella. They provide general liability, property, subcontractor, and cyber protection. Next does not offer specialty coverage, like builders’ risk or pollution liability. Find an agent.

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Subcontractor Insurance: 7 Policies Subs Should Consider for Their Business

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“If something goes wrong, liability could hit the GC’s policy, which dilutes liability insurance limits, negatively impacts their claims history, and forces them to deal with a claim that’s not really their fault.”. General liability insurance. Workers compensation insurance. Business auto insurance.

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A Plumbing Contractor’s Guide to Insurance Coverage

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In this respect, general liability insurance or workers’ compensation could help cover those costs if an incident should occur. . Workers’ compensation insurance should be in place to help defray the costs of employee medical treatments. Liability for damage. A GL policy offers a wide range of protection.

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Additional Insured Endorsements & How They Work in Construction

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In short, an additional insured is typically another business entity or person who can be added to your business policy, securing the same liability protection that you do. Additional insured, policyholder, certificate holder: What’s the difference? AI endorsements are often required as part of the construction contract.

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Flummox: EPA Withdraws New Phase I Environmental Site Assessment Rule

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EPA has withdrawn the new ASTM E1527-13 “Standard Practice for Environmental Site Assessments: Phase I Environmental Site Assessment Process” as satisfying the requirements for conducting all appropriate inquiries under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act. the Superfund law).

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A position is vacant for Assistant Staff Project Manager - Construction Materials Testing

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The candidate has to take liabilities for testing of soils, foundations, reinforced and post-tensioned concrete, masonry, structural steel, fire proofing and asphalt pavement. EIT certification desired. Duties and Responsibilities: Mainly perform with management of construction materials testing projects.