Construction Business Owner

AUGUST 23, 2021

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has stated that female construction workers face specific health and safety issues on the jobsite that may require different personal protective equipment (PPE), gear and apparel than men in the industry require.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Mistakes can be expensive in the construction business, and as an entrepreneur, although you'll know many of the regulations that apply to your business, there are so many that you can't possibly remember all of them. That's why you need legal help.

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HardHatChat

MARCH 26, 2024

Selecting the right national commercial construction general contractor is a critical decision that can significantly impact the success of your construction project. Over the past 20+ years, with 2500 completed commercial construction projects, we have learned that it takes more than a great price to win a bid. is essential.

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 15, 2017

Although many of Trump’s policies on labor and employment-related laws and regulations have yet to be fully developed, there are many Obama-era initiatives that could undergo significant changes under the new administration.

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Construction Business Owner

JULY 12, 2021

Unlike common workplace policies such as time and a half pay for overtime or mandatory family and medical leave, which are legally mandated, no federal or state laws or regulations require employers to have written job descriptions. As a result, some employers have never taken the time to create job descriptions.

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ENR Construction

JULY 21, 2022

Industry employers remain wary of overly complicated new rules to protect workers, in comments on the proposed regulation.

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ENR Construction

NOVEMBER 22, 2020

With the state facing record coronavirus cases, CAL/OSHA's Standards Board adopted regulations with new notification, testing and reporting components for employers on top of current varying city and county regulations

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Construction Dive

JULY 20, 2023

The regulation update will explicitly mandate that employers provide appropriately sized safety gear, which could better protect more workers, especially women.

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Learn Civil Engineering

AUGUST 9, 2023

Going into the world of safety regulations and strategies can be a deep place to be. With thousands of safety regulations knocking at your door, there is no way that you can avoid them.

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Pro Builder

JULY 29, 2020

Virginia Issues Statewide Regulations, But Will They Help Construction Jobsites? On July 27, Virginia became the first state to issue statewide safety regulations regarding COVID-19. Just as the name suggests, Virginia’s regulations are temporary and will be active for six months. Construction. cbroderick.

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Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Why Some Employers Are Waiting Out OSHA's Vaccine Mandate. It is something employers are considering ahead of the Jan. But waiting for legal battles carries risk, particularly if an employer has not previously experienced an OSHA inspection, Travis Vance, partner at Fisher Phillips, said during a virtual media event Thursday.

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The Constructor

JUNE 29, 2020

The Contract Labour (Regulation and Abolition) Act, 1970, was brought about to regulate employment, prevent exploitation, and improve working.

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FDR Safety

DECEMBER 19, 2012

A serious violation is one in which there is substantial probability that death or serious physical harm could result and that the employer knew, or should have known, of the hazard. A willful violation is one committed with either an intentional disregard of, or plain indifference to, OSHA regulations. A stronger basis to contest.

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Safety Services Company

JULY 15, 2019

Marijuana Regulation at Work. Understandably, marijuana regulation at work has been a topic of much discussion in the media and at the state and federal regulatory levels over the past few years. State and Federal Usage Regulations.

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Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 5, 2016

Election years often bring a flurry of legislative and regulatory activity that could significantly impact employers. And, as mentioned in the first part of this series ( read it here ), this election cycle is no different. In the first part, you looked at upcoming regulatory changes that will affect many organizations.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 12, 2018

If you work in construction, you’re familiar the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), whose standards regulate safety on the nation’s construction sites. Being compliant with OSHA regulations is imperative to a construction business’s success. Construction Software to Manage Compliance.

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Construction Law

MAY 2, 2024

Guest Editor Barry Hembling of Watson Farley & Williams LLP asks whether the updates are keeping pace with fast moving developments in construction law? Legislation state of play table Our regular update on the progress of regulations and legislation affecting construction and procurement compiled by Alignment Media.

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Construction Business Owner

JULY 24, 2016

However, employers should also consider a different kind of audit: a human resources (HR) audit. HR audits present an accurate account of the company’s compliance with federal and state labor and employment laws and regulations.

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Job Order Contracting

JUNE 14, 2019

Department of Labor) to all laborers and mechanics on Federal government and District of Columbia construction projects in excess of $2,000. Construction includes alteration and/or repair, including painting and decorating, of public buildings or public works. These regulations can be found in Title 29 CFR Parts 1, 3, 5, 6 and 7.

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Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

JOC Programs should also be audited by independent third parties, and compliant with all applicable laws/regulation. A JOC Program can handle a wide range of facilities and/or infrastructure repair, renovation, maintenance, sustainability, or new build requirements. The post JOC is NOT a PROJECT appeared first on 4BT.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 23, 2023

The labor shortage is an ongoing challenge, and it's an issue that's plaguing construction firms all around the world. Take, for example, Japan , where 60% of construction firms are reportedly experiencing labor shortages. So, how can firms navigate the construction workforce shortage? of people in construction are women 6.7%

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Construction Equipment

AUGUST 7, 2013

The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) met with the Obama administration to voice its opposition to new regulations regarding the employment of veterans and people with disabilities.

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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 24, 2022

If you, as an employer, have 1099 employees on your staff from time to time, you may be wondering whether you are required to provide health insurance to them. This also means that employers don’t have to withhold income taxes, pay unemployment taxes, or withhold and pay Medicare and Social Security taxes. What is a 1099 Employee?

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 4, 2022

3D printing offers big promises for construction. While clearly, 3D printing technology has proven beneficial in the medical, aerospace, and tool-making arenas since its inception, there’s one other field that’s potentially poised to break out: the construction sector. A History of 3D Printing in Construction.

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Construction Equipment

OCTOBER 26, 2016

Members of the Building Trades Employers Association (BTEA), an industry group representing 27 trade union contractor associations in New York City, filed an Article 78 petition Tuesday against the Department of Buildings in New York City and Commissioner Richard D.

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ENR Construction

AUGUST 8, 2017

and Boston destroyed large residential complex employing wood-frame construction this summer, officials from both municipalities are questioning the safety of wood-frame construction for large apartment complexes and urging the state for stricter regulations on the size of such building. After massive fires in Waltham, Mass.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Construction is central to national life in the UK. But it’s a transformative time for UK construction and the people that work within it – which is requiring companies of all kinds to adapt. Download the full report, UK construction in 2022: Addressing talent challenges for the future workforce.

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Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Although concrete seems stark and cold, it may be the perfect material for constructing stairs in commercial buildings. Even if these reasons could sway contractors on the spot, they should not forget about the cons of using this material as part of the construction process. Concrete Is Heavy. Difficult To Attach Railings.

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Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 19, 2013

Although advocates for greater federal enforcement often cite that the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) would need 129 years to inspect all of the workplaces it regulates, the likelihood of an inspection by OSHA or another agency is a great deal higher for many employers.

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Constructonomics

JANUARY 29, 2014

Whilst working at height is essential for some construction projects, many of these accidents could be avoided with the simple implementation of proper training and the appropriate equipment. Familiarise Yourself With Regulations. The law stipulates that employers and contractors must assess the risk of any work from height.

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Work Gearz

DECEMBER 8, 2022

There are tens of dozens of work boots available for construction workers, but you may wonder which type of boot is appropriate for a project engineer or construction project manager. Do Construction Managers Need Steel Toe Work Boots? Are There Specific Legal Safety Requirements for Construction Boots?

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Pro Builder

JULY 6, 2021

Construction Excluded From New OSHA Standard. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) began work on an emergency temporary standard (ETS) with new enforceable requirements for employers to protect workers. Regulations. Tue, 07/06/2021 - 12:00. the National Association of Home Builders. Real Estate Values Surge.

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 1, 2013

First Aid Regulation Change. This article was written by Safety Consultants with Safety Services Company , we provide Construction, Manufacturing, and General Industry Safety Programs to over 100,000 clients across the United States and Canada. Amongst the changes are: All workplaces with one employee must have a kit.

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Safety Services Company

MARCH 26, 2014

A new clarification from OSHA on March 18, 2014 shed more light on why it is the employer’s responsibility to ensure an employee is a “qualified rigger” when working with cranes and derricks in construction. Employer Responsible for Determining Qualified Rigger Status. 2014 Interpretations.

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Pro Builder

JULY 28, 2022

Excavation and Trench Safety Best Practices for Construction Jobsites. Trenching and excavating are two of the most dangerous activities in the construction industry. Additionally, employers, owners, and managers need to ensure a safe means to enter and exit trenches on jobsites and must keep materials away from trench edges. .

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Job Order Contracting

APRIL 30, 2022

The characteristics of strategic collaboration and efficient construction project delivery are discussed below. Characteristics of Strategic Collaboration and Efficient Construction Project Delivery. Shorter construction schedules than planned. Partnering: a team building approach to quality construction. Abudayyeh, O.

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FDR Safety

JULY 12, 2016

OSHA’s new, misguided requirement for detailed electronic reporting of injury and illness data by employers has come under legal challenge by a coalition of trade associations, employers and an insurance company.

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