With support from a TCEF grant, ABC's Central Ohio Chapter is converting 2,500 square feet of the Ohio Construction Academy into mixed-used classroom and hands-on lab space for higher-level electrical programs.
A New Hybrid Training Approach in Connecticut
This past February, the ABC Connecticut Chapter's Construction Education Center had the opportunity to move into a brand new 8,000-square-foot building in Plainville, Conn., with two didactic training rooms, two hands-on training rooms and a conference room.
More Space + More Tech = More Skilled Workers
Several chapters of Associated Builders and Contractors are realizing the need for increased space and more advanced technology to train today's skilled laborers.
New Standard Addresses Wind Turbine Construction Safety Requirements and Identifies Hazards
ANSI/ASSP A10.21 – 2018 Safety Requirements for Safe Construction and Demolition of Wind Generation/Turbine Facilities identifies and addresses hazards specific to wind turbine construction.
Looking Past the Workers’ Comp Premium
When choosing a workers’ comp carrier, consider costs but don’t overlook how carriers historically handle claims and their reserving practices (how much is set aside to pay claims).
The Right Endorsement: Additional Insureds
Adding other parties as an additional insured on a general liability policy is popular. ISO’s versions of the standard endorsements, CG 20 10 and CG 20 37, are not always advantageous to additional insureds, especially in construction.
Constructing an RMIS Solution to Meet the Demands of a Growing Construction Industry
With cutting-edge technology becoming more mobile, less expensive and more accessible, the introduction of a risk management information system (RMIS) is becoming a reality.
Weather-Related Safety Preparedness, Risks and Recovery
Beyond physical damage to equipment, materials and structures on a worksite, severe weather can create a safety concern for employees. Developing long-term plans to prepare for severe weather can help to address these risks.











