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The Construction Firm's Guide to PPP & EIDL Loans

Construction Business Owner

Like millions of American business owners, you may have spent days, weeks or even months jumping through hoops to secure your company’s Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program loans. Wed, 10/14/2020 - 10:58. You’ve been successful in applying and have received funding; so now what?

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Legal challenge to injury and illness data reporting rule

FDR Safety

OSHA’s new, misguided requirement for detailed electronic reporting of injury and illness data by employers has come under legal challenge by a coalition of trade associations, employers and an insurance company. OSHA contends that such programs may encourage the under-reporting of illnesses and injuries.

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6 Dangers Of Falling Debris In Construction Sites

Construction Marketing

Construction is one of the most hazardous industries, with injuries occurring almost every year. Who’s Liable For Falling Debris Injuries? Regardless of the type of injury in the workplace, whether due to falling debris or poor safety practices, someone is always liable. What Are The Common Types Of Falling Debris?

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7 Key Precautions To Ensure Loading Dock Safety

Construction Marketing

With all the hustle and bustle happening in loading docks, it shouldn’t surprise you that they’re a hotbed for injuries and accidents; countless dangers could occur in a typical dock. Here are more key precautions that you must consider to minimize, if not eliminate, accidents and injuries at the loading docks.

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Common Types of Crane Lifting Equipment

Construction Marketing

They allow workers to move and transport incredibly heavy, bulky and awkward loads without the risk of injury. Slings – Slings are flexible straps or ropes used to secure and lift loads. These attachments use powerful magnets to securely lift and transport metal objects. Why Are Lifting Attachments Used?

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4 Ways To Improve Construction Safety In High-Traffic Areas

Construction Marketing

Injuries and, in severe cases, permanent disabilities or deaths can happen if there are very few preventative safety measures in place. There are training videos and worksheets available on safety and security measures. Make sure that entrances, where workers go through during the day, are locked and secured.

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WILG president talks workplace injuries

Safety Services Company

WILG president talks workplace injuries. Boyd, president of the Workers Injury Law and Advocacy Group. What is the Workers Injury Law and Advocacy Group? The Workers’ Injury Law and Advocacy Group (www.wilg.org) has grown into an important, national voice for workers.

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