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Unrivaled Enthusiasm For Teaching

by Joanna Masterson | May 31, 2018
Careers | Total Human Health | Training | Workforce

Every year, through its Craft Instructor of the Year Award, Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) honors a group of top teachers who instill the technical skills and standards for quality and safety that make merit shop contractors so successful.

Leadership and Craftsmanship at Their Finest

by Joanna Masterson | May 30, 2018
Total Human Health | Training | Workforce

Each year, Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) selects one Craft Professional of the Year, but the reality is that field leaders devoted to safety, training and quality craftsmanship are present on jobsites all across the country.

Active Shooter Policies: What to Look For

Business or property damages caused by an active shooter may not be covered under general liability insurance unless the insured is deemed to be “liable.” Here are things to consider when selecting an active shooter insurance policy.

The Total Cost of Absence: It Is More Than You Think

by Mingee Kim | May 25, 2018
Finance | Productivity | Safety

Absent employees cost a company in many ways, including timely project completion. Contractors should consider the indirect costs—or the productivity costs—of employee absenteeism in addition to the direct costs.

Infuse Culture in the Employee Life Cycle to Improve Morale

When money, time and people are invested in culture, it will make all the difference for the company’s future—in more ways than just growth or numbers. It will create an irresistible workplace where people thrive and line up to get on board.

Prevailing Wage Expansion Proposed in N.Y. Legislature

by Joanna Masterson | May 24, 2018
Legal and Regulatory | Total Human Health

Legislation under consideration in the New York Senate and Assembly (S2975A/A5498A) would broaden the definition of “public works” to require contractors working on virtually any construction project financed wholly or in part by public entities to pay the prevailing wage to workers.

ISO Publishes Global Workplace Safety Standard

by Joanna Masterson | May 23, 2018
OSHA | Safety

The International Organization for Standardization recently published ISO 45001:2018 to provide a framework to improve employee safety and identify workplace safety risks.

Top Safety Tips for Construction Subcontractors

by Eric Weisbrot | May 22, 2018
OSHA | Safety

Ensuring a safe worksite not only keeps construction subcontractors protected from injuries, but it also lays the groundwork for a more profitable, cost-effective business model.

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Prevailing Wage Expansion Proposed in N.Y. Legislature

ISO Publishes Global Workplace Safety Standard

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