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6 Ways to Reduce your Project’s Safety Risks
Every year people spill a lot of ink (or pixels) about safety in construction. Many safety efforts aim to reduce costs, but people are beginning to also discuss the greater benefit of reducing pain and … about 6 Ways to Reduce your Project’s Safety Risks
Construction Commercial General Liability Insurance: What to Consider When Selecting a Policy
Since 1939, insurance companies in the U.S. have begun writing policies for blanket coverage called commercial general liability insurance. These policies cover every risk except those listed in the exclusions.
Can Technology Combat Ontario’s Labour Market Challenges
It’s well documented that the Canadian construction industry is facing labour shortages, and it will continue to do so in the foreseeable future.
What You Need to Know About Retention Payments in Construction
One of the biggest headaches for many builders, particularly on larger projects, is keeping track of what is due to whom and when. Australia’s recent laws protecting payments to subcontractors, have added another layer of … about What You Need to Know About Retention Payments in Construction
Construction Cost Overruns: 5 Ways to Control Them
Construction cost overruns don’t just happen; they stalk projects right from the start. They hide in project design, project schedules, and nearly any other project aspect, waiting to surprise and confound when least expected.
Top Tips to Keep Neighbors Happy During Construction
There are few construction projects without neighbors. Construction activities usually disrupt neighborhood peace and quiet. Also add traffic congestion and very noisy and large equipment to the mix of annoyances. Local businesses lose customer parking … about Top Tips to Keep Neighbors Happy During Construction
Most Overlooked Safety Measure: Quality Work
The impact on your project budget and schedule is painfully evident, but there’s another cost to rework that’s less obvious — job-site safety.
Construction Turns to Tech to Ease Labor Shortage
Construction’s labor pool is getting pinched from both sides by the dual forces of an aging workforce and fewer younger workers pursuing careers in the trades. Simultaneously, the demand for work is seeing all-time highs.
Overcoming the Risks of Subs Who Subcontract
The world of contracting often has many layers that really help highly complex projects that require a wide range of specialized skills. But, when subcontractors start hiring subcontractors of their own, complexity ramps up.
