3.2+ million hours. Twenty-two years. Zero lost-time injuries. Those aren鈥檛 just numbers鈥攖hey鈥檙e the measure of a company that has built safety into its foundation. In an industry where risk is a constant, Hood Construction has achieved something pretty extraordinary: more than two decades without a lost-time injury. Let鈥檚 put that into perspective: That is over … Read more
From crumbling foundations to leaky roofs, construction defects aren鈥檛 just technical problems鈥攖hey鈥檙e disputes that strike at the heart of trust in the building process. When something goes wrong, the finger-pointing begins: is the contractor responsible, or should the insurer step in? The answer isn鈥檛 simple. In many jurisdictions, courts and legislatures have wrestled for decades … Read more
National Construction Appreciation Week (NCAW), held the third week of September, was founded in 2018 by I Build America 鈥� a movement focused on recognizing the dedicated and diligent men and women working in the construction industry while simultaneously educating the public on the value of construction and inspiring the next generation of skilled laborers. … Read more
Stronger safety in construction is planned long before a shift begins鈥攑re-task plans, tie-off checks, clear roles. Yet the risk that claims the most lives in this industry often stays out of view: suicide. It rarely shows up in a tailgate talk unless leaders make space for it. Construction Suicide Prevention Week creates that space, running … Read more
Every day, workers head into their jobs with the expectation of safety and returning home safe and sound. Yet, for too many, that can be impacted by something as simple as a slip, trip, or fall. Slips, trips, and falls are some of the most common workplace accidents, but they don鈥檛 have to be. In … Read more
Every day in America, more than a dozen workers don鈥檛 return home because of a job-related injury or illness. In 2022 alone, 5,486 people lost their lives while at work鈥攖he highest rate of fatal occupational injuries in nearly a decade. Millions more were injured or became ill, altering not only their lives but the lives … Read more
糖心传媒鈥檚聽expert employees are industry-leading specialists, transforming the insurance experience one partnership at a time. Our organization鈥檚 thought leaders have been hard at work鈥攆rom national publications to speaking stages and media features鈥攐ur thought leaders are driving conversations that matter and the industry is taking notice. Ashley Parker, Senior Risk Management Consultant – President-Elect, American Society of … Read more
Forklifts are vital for operations in warehouses and job sites, but they also carry inherent risks that require vigilant management. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) underscores the importance of forklift safety, listing powered industrial trucks among its top ten most frequently cited standards. These citations often arise from avoidable incidents such as collisions … Read more
Each May, National Electrical Safety Month serves as a powerful reminder of the dangers posed by electricity, especially in high-risk industries like construction. Led by the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI), this annual campaign raises awareness and educates workers on the importance of electrical safety. With electrical hazards ranking among the top causes of workplace … Read more
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