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Rooney Rule Revised Provides ESG Opportunity

Green Building Law Update

As companies, most that are far afield from the NFL, look to have a positive impact on the world, in increasing numbers addressing ESG governance factors, many businesses are striving to address inequality, including matters of unequal access, historical racism, gender discrimination, lack of inclusion and more.

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OSHA Alert: How to Prepare for an OSHA Inspection

FDR Safety

Consulting with the company’s legal counsel about difficult or special problems, such as search warrants or subpoenas. Being courteous and polite, but firmly exercising the company’s legal rights. Unless trade secrets are involved, the employer generally has no right to object.If Always exercise this right.

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Seven Traits of Profitable Specialty Contractors

Fieldwire

Firms with healthy marketing budgets might also enlist the services of a marketing or public relations consultant for assistance in marketing efforts. Legal experts often cite communication problems as the root cause of many construction disputes. Proper Use of Tools and Technology. Clear Communication. Solid Management Processes.

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Surviving an OSHA Inspection

Safety Services Company

During this phase of the investigation the employer’s representative needs to inform the inspector if the employer is participating in any OSHA compliance programs or if the company has received any safety compliance exceptions from OSHA. They have a right to contest the time OSHA allows the employer for correcting a hazard.

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A DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE: KEEPING UP WITH THE CHANGES

Safety Services Company

There’s no arguing that maintaining a drug-free workplace program is a positive choice for employers. Procedures and policies which prohibit and manage the existence of drug use or intoxication at work protect employers from both safety concerns and regulatory penalties. have legalized it for recreational use.

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Contractors: Do You Have a Cell Phone Policy? Is It Time for an Upgrade?

Best Practices Construction Law

Given the legal risks involved with your superintendents, project managers and other employees, you should should be adequately prepared. Cell phones cameras, video and audio recorder capabilities, and text functions can be an employer’s worst nightmare when it comes to harassment and discrimination claims. Don’t Text and Drive.

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