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

Construction Marketing

Crane certifications are crucial for construction site operations due to their critical role and potential risks. A solid commitment to safety can help reduce legal liabilities resulting from accidents or non-compliance with safety regulations. They demonstrate the crane operators’ proper training, knowledge, and machine operation.

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Contract Void Ab Initio: Key Insights into the KBR vs. Corps of Engineers Affirmative Defense

Best Practices Construction Law

Background: The contract in question, executed on July 9, 2013, was for the construction of an Aegis Ashore Missile Defense System site in Deveselu, Romania, with a firm, fixed-price amount of $134,211,592. The alleged misrepresentations include issues related to subcontractor quotes, firm fixed prices, subcontracting plans, and more.

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Does ‘Plain Language’ Terminology Enhance the Enforceability of Contract Clauses?

Construction Dive

By Bruce JervisIn an industry which makes such extensive use of contractual documentation, some complain of obtuse or arcane legal terminology. This is clear, longstanding legal terminology. It means an event which must occur before a legal obligation arises. It may affect the enforceability of the contract clause itself.

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Subcontractor Insurance: 7 Policies Subs Should Consider for Their Business

Levelset

Medical expenses, property damage, and legal defense costs can grow quickly. An uninsured business would likely not have the financial resources to pay a large legal settlement. The bottom line is: Subcontracting work will be very difficult to secure if you carry no insurance or policies with inadequate coverages. .

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Top OSHA Violations in Construction (2021)

Levelset

Unfortunately, people get hurt on job sites every day, so it’s something that always has to be top of mind. That’s pretty much every construction site where the building is above one story. Legal fees. On-demand legal help you can afford. Peter Lindborg. Excavation safety requirements – 549 violations. Learn more.

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Job Order Contract Execution Guide – Sample Template

Job Order Contracting

The following template is provide for sample purposes only and should not be used a legally bidding document without through review and modification by appropriate Owner legal counsel. benefits, travel time, employee’s residence to job site, or vacation allowances are to be. JOB ORDER CONTRACT (JOC) EXECUTION GUIDE.

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From Zero to Hero: Construction Risk Management

Safety Services Company

As such, different risks threaten different construction sites. Legal Risks. These legal binding documents detail how long the project would last and how much contractors would be paid. Legal risks can include situations wherein a breach of contract occurs. These processes must be relevant and easy-to-follow.

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