The best defense to a COVID-19-related employment claim is a good offense. Contractors should stay abreast of ever-changing federal, state and local guidance, especially those targeted at construction.
Caring and Training: Building Skills and Wellbeing Through Workforce Development
Mike Bennett shares his thoughts on key aspects of effective workforce development programs and future trends in promoting a work culture that supports employee wellbeing.
What OSHA’s COVID-19 National Emphasis Program Means for Contractors
OSHA’s National Emphasis Program on COVID-19 signals its commitment to step up virus-related inspections. Savvy contractors should implement COVID-19 policies, training sessions and protocols.
Report: RLB Anticipates the Effect of the Coronavirus on the Construction Industry
While total crane count holds steady, turbulent economic conditions indicate a recession-based drop in construction costs.
Do or Die: Stemming the Rising Tide of Construction-Related Fatalities
Safety-minded contractors can decrease fatalities and injuries with coaching and mentoring. But is an employee who continually violates safety policies worth keeping?
Prevent Occupational Asthma With Awareness
Occupational asthma deaths are highest in the construction industry. The good news is that they can be prevented by monitoring, mitigating risks and eliminating exposures at the worksite.
The Dangers of Invisible Injuries
According to the CDC, 150 people die each day from the effects of traumatic brain injuries and the greatest number them were in the construction industry.
Ten Tips for Creating a Workplace Suicide Prevention Plan
A suicide prevention plan can destigmatize mental health and wellbeing outreach, improve safety of construction workers and help reverse the devasting suicide rates in construction.











