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These 5 essential traits in your team are the secret to a successful construction project

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Mutual respect Respecting another person includes acknowledging their talents and abilities, and not discriminating against them because of their race or social background. CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULING SOFTWARE Easy construction project scheduling with Fieldwire Learn more → 4. Don’t take sides or blame one person.

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Seven Traits of Profitable Specialty Contractors

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As an example, a prime contractor on a residential project might serve as the primary source of information for the homeowner, but occasionally rely on a subcontractor to communicate specific scheduling or other details to the homeowner. These firms also have clear policies prohibiting harassment, discrimination and other harmful practices.

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Marijuana Regulation at Work: Your Responsibilities

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For starters, there’s a wide variation in the allowance of cannabis use from state to state, and at the federal level, marijuana is still considered to be a Schedule 1 drug. State and Federal Usage Regulations. Recreational use of marijuana is currently permitted in the following states: Alaska. DOT Workplaces.

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Making the Construction Industry Accessible for All

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Some construction companies have started to hire more women, but they face issues with harassment and discrimination in the workplace. Schedule Demo The workforce is aging, so you must diversify and attract new talent. Nearly 25% say they frequently face sexual harassment on the job. Take steps to move construction toward inclusivity.

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PRIORITIZING SAFETY AT YOUR HOLIDAY PARTY

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If there isn’t a scheduled sit-down mean planned, consider appetizers served throughout the duration of the party; the important thing is that no one drinks on an empty stomach. You can do this by scheduling events or lectures during the second half of the party, and closing the bar one to two hours before the end.

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Why Projects Fail

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Organizations that do not implement and continuously import upon a program-based approach, under which all projects a planned, procured, and executed, suffer from unclear objectives , shifting requirements , unrealistic schedule s, and reactive planning , Poor planning and poor change management impede individual project successes.

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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. If the company representative sees something was overlooked regarding these areas of deficiency the company representative should provide it to the inspector.