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

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Damage recovery If your claim is successful, you may be entitled to recover damages for your injuries. 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.

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Key Financial & Safety Metrics for Subcontractor Qualification 

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For another, work delays from 2021 are likely to impact the risk of subcontractor default in 2022 and beyond. . The following standard financial ratios can help risk management teams evaluate potential trade partners during the subcontractor qualification process. SAFETY RATES & METRICS . Request a demo today. .

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Top 8 Construction Health and Safety Hazards — and Ways to Protect Your Jobsite

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By the same token, many potential situations pose risk to the health and safety of your employees and others working on the jobsite. Here’s an overview of eight of the top safety and health hazards in construction — and some preventive measures you can take to avoid these risks. . Electrocution.

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What is Experience Modification Rate (EMR), and How Does it Impact Prequalification?

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Insurance companies use the number to assess the cost of injuries and future risks. Lowering your EMR is important, as you can greatly reduce the amount you pay for workers’ compensation coverage. Your company has filed one or more workers’ compensation claims. If that number spikes, the reason is simple. Calculating EMR.

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6 Dangers Of Falling Debris In Construction Sites

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Regardless of the type of injury in the workplace, whether due to falling debris or poor safety practices, someone is always liable. Whoever is responsible for breaching their duty of care should compensate for the injuries. Incorrect stacking of materials puts them at risk of toppling over. .

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Hard Hats & Crafts – Celebrating Women Leaders in Construction Safety

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The following article has been sponsored by Hilmerson Safety and also appeared first on HilmersonSafety.com. Since the 90’s and early 2000’s they’ve paved new paths for women pursuing careers in construction safety. For Women in Construction (WIC) Week 2021 Hilmerson Safety® celebrates women in the field by sharing their stories.

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The Danger of Over-Reporting on your OSHA 300 Forms

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Experience Modification Rate or EMR is the number used by insurance companies to measure the cost of injuries in the past and the predication of future accidents or risk of a company. The lower the EMR of a business, the lower their worker compensation insurance premiums will be. Our safety advisors are happy to help!

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