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Contractor Management and Prequalification: Why Are They Necessary?

Safety Services Company

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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5 Safety Precautions For Multi-Level Construction Sites

Construction Marketing

It also ensures you’re not spending money on hospital bills, treating injured workers, and legal liabilities. . They can lead to accidents or injuries. Some construction injuries happen because of ignorance or lack of knowledge among your workers. Inspect Your Machines Regularly.

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Is Gravity Part of OSHA’s LOTO Regulation?

FDR Safety

In recent months, we at FDRsafety have been surprised at the number of cases involving injuries resulting from falling objects. In some cases OSHA is involved and in others, there is a civil suit alleging tort liability. While accidents are an unfortunate reality in industry, some involved trained workers being in the line of fire.

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Is Gravity Part of OSHA’s LOTO Regulation?

FDR Safety

In recent months, we at FDRsafety have been surprised at the number of cases involving injuries resulting from falling objects. In some cases OSHA is involved and in others, there is a civil suit alleging tort liability. While accidents are an unfortunate reality in industry, some involved trained workers being in the line of fire.

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What Certifications Does A Crane Need To Operate On Construction Sites?

Construction Marketing

A solid commitment to safety can help reduce legal liabilities resulting from accidents or non-compliance with safety regulations. Training involves teaching crane operations, safety protocols, equipment handling, load calculations, rigging techniques, and job site management.

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What Are the Legal Safeguards for Getting Back to Work?

Pro Builder

What Are the Legal Safeguards for Getting Back to Work? As builders and trade contractors start to get back on track following the impact of COVID-19 and its restrictions, there are legal concerns to consider. The topic the front line manager really needs to be aware of is: What is our COVID response plan?” Travers asks.

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LEED Buildings and the Zika Virus

Green Building Law Update

With respect to the likelihood of legal liability associated with the application of insecticides or failure to apply, it is the failure to act properly that may have the greater likelihood for landlord liability. Similarly landlords are being increasingly held liable for injury arising from bedbug infestations.

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