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5 Ways Leading Contractors Keep Their Clients Happy

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Here are five key strategies contractors can deploy that will impress clients and win more work: Modern construction software helps contractors keep project on time and on budget. Along with software, leading contractors embrace technologies that speed efficiencies, such as pre-fabrication, drones and robotics.

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7 Ways to Improve Construction Site Safety

Levelset

Because this line of work has a greater chance of injury or death than others, contractors must take great care to make sure work zones are safe and workers are protected. . Electrocution : Contact with overhead power lines and electrical power boxes presents risks that can lead to serious injury or death during the construction phase. .

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State of the Construction Industry: March Roundup

Viewpoint Construction Technology

To do so, they’re adopting new technology , trying out BIM , and exploring integrated software solutions. OSHA’s new electronic recordkeeping rule requires employers to submit a 300A form, a record of the company’s recordable injuries and illnesses for the year, by December 31 every year.

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Construction Business Owner Blogs

Construction Business Owner

SOFTWARE |. Software & Technology. Points to Ponder: It is the contractor’s responsibility to create a work area and zone free from hazards that could cause injury or harm to persons or property. I can say that the courts in most areas would hold at least the contractor liable for this accident and serious painful injury.

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Advancing our time-honored traditions through technological innovation

The Korte Company

When a project manager starts drafting an email, intelligent software suggests the words that finish a sentence — shaving down the time needed to finish the message. For example, we can integrate cameras through software like OpenSpace to document and track project progress. It’d be foolish to jump in without considering the risks.

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Construction Business Owner Blogs

Construction Business Owner

SOFTWARE |. Software & Technology. The company called us to come in and evaluate some of their work stations where they seemed to be getting the most injuries from repetitive motions. These tools are a little more expensive, however, if proven to help reduce employee discomfort and injuries, they would be an good investment.

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Top OSHA Violations in Construction (2021)

Levelset

OSHA averages more than 30,000 inspections annually , including many unscheduled visits arising from employee complaints or injuries. This standard ( 1926.100 ) requires all employees to wear head protection anytime there is a risk of head injury from “impact, or from falling or flying objects, or from electrical shock and burns.”

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