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7 Ways Construction Companies Can Keep Their Workers Safe

Construction Marketing

Despite being one of the leading employment sectors in many countries, the construction industry is one of the most dangerous sectors. Statistics show that there are over 400 injuries and over 20 fatalities each year related to construction in Ontario alone. Providing adequate safety gear. For instance, the U.S.

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The Startup Construction Business Checklist: 3 Important Documents You Need to Have

Construction Marketing

Insurance is perhaps the most important thing to arrange before starting a construction company. There are many different types of insurance in the United Kingdom. A construction business needs need public liability insurance , and employers’ liability insurance if you employ staff. Business Plan. Final Thoughts.

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3 Million Unemployed Renters Remain Burdened by Housing Costs

Pro Builder

But even with the bonus cash, 43% of unemployment insurance income goes to rent, which is better than the 81.2% According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there were 2.1 Thanks to the new stimulus package, these renters will receive an additional $300 in weekly payments, which can help housing costs. with only state unemployment.

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OSHA reminds employers to post injury and illness summaries

Safety Services Company

OSHA reminds employers to post injury and illness summaries. Employers that are required to record work-related injuries and illnesses and haven’t posted their summary of those records yet could be cited by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration for failing to meet their responsibilities as an employer.

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OSHA reminds employers to post injury and illness summaries

Safety Services Company

OSHA reminds employers to post injury and illness summaries. Employers who haven’t posted their injury/illness summaries could be cited by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration for failing to meet their responsibilities as an employer. Insurance Carriers. Insurance Agents, Brokers, and Services.

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August 2015 newsletter

FDR Safety

The latest edition of the annual Injury Facts book published by the National Safety Council is out, and while company CEOs and safety directors might not take the time to read all 210 pages, there is one set of statistics worth special attention. And for companies there are other kinds of costs as well, no matter where an accident occurs.

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Q2 Construction Labor Costs $28.13/Hour

Job Order Contracting

Bureau of Labor and Statistics). Workforce Statistics. This section provides information relating to employment and unemployment in construction. While most data are obtained from employer or establishment surveys, information on industry unemployment comes from a national survey of households. Employment (in thousands).