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OSHA’s Updated Interim Enforcement Response Plan for COVID-19

FDR Safety

Department of Labor’s (DOL) COVID-19 Workplace Safety Plan to reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission to OSHA Compliance Safety and Health Officers (CSHO) during inspections. [2]. In addition, the NEP places special emphasis on ensuring employees are protected from discrimination and retaliation.

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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

The Opening Conference: Most OSHA inspections start with an unannounced visit by a compliance officer and an Opening Conference. Here are points to remember when it comes to the walk around inspection: The law provides that a representative of the employer shall be given an opportunity to accompany the inspector.

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A Look At Construction Safety in the UK

Constructonomics

website here ), employers, building owners and landlords are legally responsible to manage fire safety in office buildings, residential properties or any other business environments. Immediate Legal Compliance. Under The Fire Safety Order for England and Wales (full details of which can be found of the Gov.uk

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What Are the Legal Safeguards for Getting Back to Work?

Pro Builder

As a result, the home builder could be considered a joint employer, potentially making them liable for employment law violations by a trade partner or for negligence or an injury caused by a subcontractor’s employees. Travers, a labor and employment attorney and partner in the Jacksonville, Fla., office of Akerman. .

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Behind the Build: Interview with Maggie Farrell, Diversity & HR Manager at S. M. Wilson & Co.

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Louis, Missouri with an office in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, and one in Edwardsville, Illinois. Two years in a row, the company has been named an Employment Scorecard Honoree by the Women’s Foundation of Greater St. This organization showcases employers that demonstrate a strong commitment to women in the workplace.

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Seven Traits of Profitable Specialty Contractors

Fieldwire

Information technology in both office and field settings can often improve efficiency and productivity. Successful firms recognize the importance of providing a healthy work environment for workers, both in the field and the office. These firms also have clear policies prohibiting harassment, discrimination and other harmful practices.