Risk Management

Navigating the Perfect Storm: Combating a Projected Spike in COVID-19 Cases During Flu Season

A surge of COVID-19 cases this fall may coincide with the start of flu season. Construction employers can take steps now to lessen the risk of employees contracting the seasonal flu and COVID-19.

Leveraging Risk Technology to Drive Construction Worksite Safety

Implementing a cloud-based risk management information system can streamline risk management decision-making and promote jobsite safety practices.

Five Trends Affecting Workers’ Compensation Claims

by Megan Hudson ‎‎ | Jul 12, 2020
Careers | Risk Management | Training | Workforce

Workers’ compensation claims can be affected by several risk factors. Some of the most pertinent trends affecting workers’ compensation claims are outlined below.

Bonded and Insured: Are Both Needed? What’s the Difference? Why Does It Matter?

by Mary Bacon | Jul 9, 2020
Risk | Risk Management | Surety Bonding

Surety bonds and insurance are forms of risk management meant to protect against financial loss. But what they cover and how claims are handled differ.

General Indemnity Agreements: Can the “Impenetrable” Be Breached?

General contractors should be aware of obligations under the general indemnity agreement when making a claim on a surety bond, and acknowledge their obligation to repay the surety.

Background Check Trends and Their Impact on Construction Contractors

by Alla Schay | Jun 24, 2020
Business | Human Resources | Risk Management | Workforce

Background checks for contractors have been essential during the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn new tips and solutions regarding the impact proper background checks have on your business.

2020 Market Update: Construction Industry Trends and Challenges

by John J. Heft | Jun 16, 2020
Insurance | Risk Management | Safety

A new report highlights the trends and challenges of the commercial insurance industry and defines the state of the environmental and construction-related professional liability insurance marketplace.

Managing Environmental Risk in the Construction Industry

by Darren Berg | Jun 16, 2020
Insurance | Risk | Risk Management

Risks associated with environmental pollution are often addressed too late, leaving contractors to rely on insurance policies that may be vague in coverage or exclude pollution incidents altogether.

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Navigating the Perfect Storm: Combating a Projected Spike in COVID-19 Cases During Flu Season

Leveraging Risk Technology to Drive Construction Worksite Safety

Five Trends Affecting Workers’ Compensation Claims

Bonded and Insured: Are Both Needed? What’s the Difference? Why Does It Matter?

General Indemnity Agreements: Can the “Impenetrable” Be Breached?

Background Check Trends and Their Impact on Construction Contractors

2020 Market Update: Construction Industry Trends and Challenges

Managing Environmental Risk in the Construction Industry

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