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Study finds racism, discrimination common in construction industry

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A new study commissioned by the National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS) found that workplace discrimination of minority groups and women was common in the construction industry.

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EEOC sues New Jersey electrical contractor for age discrimination

Construction Dive

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission filed suit against electrical contractor Hatzel & Buehler over alleged labor law violations.

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Representation Matters in Construction: New Media Library Amplifies Industry Diversity 

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It matters not just in the traditional media but also in the workplace and the construction industry is no exception. As one step to heighten diversity and representation in the industry, the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) and Autodesk recently launched the Construction Diversity Image?Library.

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Travel in Europe during coronavirus: Plan to create ‘tourism corridors’ between countries

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It faces the loss of at least half of its turnover in 2020, with countries in southern Europe particularly badly hit, the European Commission said. The commission is pinning its hopes on encouraging tourism between the member states. It was said many times that we will have to take a holistic approach,” she said.

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OSHA Alert: How to Prepare for an OSHA Inspection

FDR Safety

The OSH Act prohibits retaliation or discrimination against an employee participating in an OSHA inspection, including OSHA interviews. If the work is completed, for example at a construction site, then the citations should be posted at the employer’s main office. Department of Labor. Court of Appeals.

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Surviving an OSHA Inspection

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In addition to “apparent violations” the OSHA investigator will advise that: The employer must not discriminate against employees for health and safety activity. Employees, unlike employers, cannot contest other aspects of the citation before the Review Commission). Construction General Industry OSHA' Inspection procedures.

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Walking a Tightrope: EEOC Guidance to Avoid Negligent Hiring by Construction Companies

Best Practices Construction Law

Clark Spoden , who focuses on business litigation, labor and employment, environmental and construction law. The full article was published by Construction Executive. Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex or national origin. Last April, the U.S.