Construction Dive

JUNE 20, 2023

June is Trench Safety Month, and this week the National Utility Contractors Association hosts training and webinars, providing resources for contractors with workers in excavations.

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Construction Marketing

JUNE 14, 2022

As the owner of a construction firm , you’re responsible for enhancing the safety of your workers. With that said, here are safety precautions to promote safety in a multi-level construction site: . Educate Your Workers On Safety Measures. For that reason, you may consider educating them on safety measures. .

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 26, 2022

Construction is a dangerous job, but contractors that take Construction Safety seriously can see an ROI boost with lower costs and healthier employees.

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Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

How IoT Advances Jobsite Safety Practices During the Pandemic. Despite the significant health and safety issues COVID-19 posed over the past year, some contractors were able to quickly step up to the challenge, get their workers back on the job safely and keep projects moving. Elizabeth Manning. Wed, 02/10/2021 - 07:30.

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Construction Business Owner

JUNE 12, 2020

How to Increase Safety & Social Distancing Without Ruining Your Budget. As the construction industry inches closer to fully reopening across the country, worker safety continues to be at the forefront of conversation. Elizabeth Manning. Fri, 06/12/2020 - 09:12.

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Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 18, 2019

The construction industry continues to invest heavily in safety management. Smart contractors understand that safety must be both a core value and a strategic priority. Safety performance affects your ability to bid and win work and to negotiate contracts.

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Safety Services Company

OCTOBER 16, 2023

For contractors, these come in the form of a process known as prequalification and contractor management. What is Contractor Management? Contractor management is a series of checks ensuring that the contractors follow up-to-date safety practices and conform to health and regulatory standards.

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Safety Services Company

MARCH 1, 2024

So, with falls being a fear for contractors, initiatives like National Ladder Safety Month are vital. Here at Safety Services Company, we are committed to observing initiatives like these to save lives and build a strong safety culture. Why is this the case, and what should contractors look for?

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Construction Business Owner

APRIL 20, 2023

CDT A growing consensus of contractors believes labor utilization can be greatly improved with the right software. Promote to rotator No Rotator Image Status of webinar Featured Why it matters, what to watch for, & the impact it can have on your business Thu, 05/18/2023 - 12:00 1 p.m.

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Naturally, many contractors (like you!) may be wondering how to make 2024 the best year yet for health, safety, and compliance. After all, safety first, bidding next. Let’s get some clarity on some of this year’s FAQs about Contractor Management platforms and how you can conquer each quarter!

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Safety Services Company

JANUARY 5, 2024

As temperatures drop, the risks for contractors and construction workers multiply, from cold stress-related ailments to hazardous working conditions. Most of these incidents could have been avoided if employers had more safety precautions put in place during the winter months. It can lead to unconsciousness and death.

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Construction Business Owner

MAY 24, 2019

With the ever-increasing focus on safety in the construction industry, it is important to consider safety from a broad perspective.

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Jobsite with Procore

MARCH 31, 2023

An industry-wide survey conducted by Procore and Dodge Construction network shows a number of important trends among specialty contractors. The report found that one of the most impactful issues for steel workers is safety.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 14, 2020

Amid COVID-19, RED Systems' workers were top of mind, so the company utilized Field View to provide thorough health and safety tracking.

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Job Order Contracting

APRIL 1, 2022

Job Order Contracting Best Management Practices – Contractor Evaluation. Did the Contractor respond to the request for a Joint Site Visit / Joint Scope Meeting (JSM) in a timely manner? Contractor attend the JSM on time with appropriate personnel? Did the Contractor provide a detailed line-item proposal per schedule?

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Safety Services Company

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Every hiring client seeks suppliers that meet and exceed expectations regarding safety , work ethics, and project management. As suppliers, contractors are expected to demonstrate their training and expertise by adhering to prequalifications requirements. What Does it Mean to be Compliant in Contractor Management?

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ENR Construction

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Employers say the change would give union representatives access to nonunion jobsites and create safety liabilities.

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Pro Builder

OCTOBER 14, 2022

How to Manage Jobsite Safety for Third-Party Contractors. These safety guidelines can help companies maintain a healthy work environment for employees and contractors on and off the jobsite. Jobsite Safety. Jobsite Safety. Fri, 10/14/2022 - 10:02. Labor + Trade Relations.

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Construction Dive

JANUARY 27, 2023

The $500,000-minimum fine for a felony targets contractors that have a “poor safety culture,” one attorney said.

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Construction Dive

MARCH 15, 2023

Contractors need to up their safety training practices to avoid “dire consequences,” writes consultant Jay Greenspan.

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ENR Construction

APRIL 1, 2024

Contractor groups voice concerns about workplace safety and more.

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Safety Services Company

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Navigating the world of ever changing contractor regulations and qualifications can be difficult. As a contractor, you’re required to demonstrate your skills and prove your expertise through multiple means, like contractor compliance and job prequalification. What are Contractor Management Services?

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Construction Dive

JANUARY 20, 2023

A massive rulebook that most workers won’t read can leave a contractor vulnerable to OSHA fines and lawsuits, according to panelists at AGC’s safety conference.

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PC Construction

JUNE 13, 2023

Last week I joined a few of my fellow PC employee owners at the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) of New Hampshire/Vermont’s annual safety recognition BBQ where PC proudly accepted two awards – First Place Over 300,000 Hours and Most Creative Safety Program.

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Safety Services Company

JANUARY 26, 2024

This figure reveals a potential gap in safety and compliance procedures within contractor management. They advise that portable heaters be UL-approved, having gone through rigorous safety testing. Flammable materials and chemicals can raise grave safety concerns if not stored sufficiently.

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Construction Business Owner

MAY 5, 2017

Often, the best sources of advice come not from industry analysts and consultants, but from the contractors and supervisors on the jobsite every day. In January, Western Specialty Contractors, headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, earned the company’s lowest OSHA safety rating in its 100-year history. in 2014.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 14, 2019

The most common contractor errors and how to avoid them to keep your construction projects safe, productive and profitable. The savvy contractor knows they can’t possibly avoid every jobsite mistake. Let’s explore 10 of the most common mistakes made by contractors with the best way to avoid the worst. Neglecting Safety Measures.

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Construction Business Owner

APRIL 20, 2023

CDT A growing consensus of contractors believes labor utilization can be greatly improved with the right software. Promote to rotator No Rotator Image Status of webinar Featured Why it matters, what to watch for, & the impact it can have on your business Thu, 05/18/2023 - 12:00 1 p.m.

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 23, 2023

Industry Statistics Show Benefits & Resistance to Lean Construction ccapoccia Thu, 03/23/2023 - 08:35 By now, most contractors have heard of “lean” construction; it has clearly gained a foothold in the practices of many contractors.

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FDR Safety

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

This article is apart of our “Tools For Building a Foundation in Safety” series by Luke Contos. It is never easy to assume a role with greater responsibilities, but by focusing on teaching for the long term and starting hazard identification and reduction, a stronger safety program can be built during these challenging times.

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The Constructor

JANUARY 26, 2020

The responsibility of a contractor in construction is the execution of the work activities that are required for the completion of the project. The roles and responsibilities of contractors manifest themselves in various aspects of the project for instance project planning, management, monitoring, construction site safety, and legal issues.

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Construction Marketing

JULY 16, 2021

Any contractor may encounter several difficulties in terms of keeping such materials safe. Here are some safety tips to consider in handling and storing construction materials: 1. Therefore, you should have the appropriate storage tanks to ensure safety. Select A Storage Area Carefully. Utilize Highly Visible Signage.

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Construction Enquirer

MAY 16, 2023

The National Access & Scaffolding Confederation (NASC) has released its annual Safety Report showing the lowest rates of accidents among NASC contractor members since records began – indisputably proving that audited, regulated, NASC membership leads to safe scaffolding and access operations. It’s great news for the sector.”

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Lets Build

OCTOBER 28, 2022

Safety violations on construction sites aren’t uncommon—just look at these statistics: Over 20% of all fatal workplace accidents in the EU during 2019 took place in the construction industry, making it the top industry for fatal injuries. of non-fatal accidents due to safety violations took place on construction sites in the EU.

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Construction Dive

MAY 30, 2023

AGC called upon legislators and motorists alike to improve roadwork safety as part of its highway contractor survey.

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Safety Services Company

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Enlisting contractors comes with a substantial financial investment and entails significant risks. Every hiring client aims to find safe, reliable, and compliant contractors, so they put potential vendors through a series of tests. Prequalification and contractor management platforms have become prerequisites in the modern world.

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Construction Enquirer

JUNE 21, 2023

The cost of complying with the Building Safety Act has blown a hole in the latest accounts from Willmott Dixon. And the contractor vowed to go after “designers, fire engineers, supply chain and insurers” to reclaim a “substantial portion” of the £62m it has set aside for building safety and cladding retrofits.

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