Construction Workers Among Least Likely to Accept Vaccine
Despite having higher rates of mortality during the pandemic, construction workers are among the…
Department of Labor Clarifies Independent Contractor Classification
It will be easier to classify workers between independent contractors and employees, according to…
Have 10 Minutes? NAHB Says to Halt Work to Prevent Virus Spread
It can take just 10 minutes to remind your jobsite workers of COVID-19 protocols and reinforce a…
What to Know About Your Workers and the Vaccine
The U.S. Equal Opportunity Commission has confirmed what employment-law experts have theorized for…
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Construction
Jobsite Workers Could Be Legally Required to Get Vaccinated
Just as healthcare workers are required to receive the flu shot, it is within contractors’ rights to require workers to be vaccinated for COVID-19.
Jobsite Safety
Lower Workers' Compensation Costs by Having a Plan
Having comprehensive plans in place are the most impactful way to mitigate workers’ compensation costs, says the National Association of Home Build
Labor + Trade Relations
How to Keep Team Motivation High and Create a Healthy Workplace
With numerous new challenges, concerns, and worries facing construction workers today, boosting workplace morale and improving on-site safety may not be easy, but it's essential
Electrical
Will GFCI Revisions for Manufacturers Confuse Trades?
The back and forth on changes for ground-fault circuit interrupters and revisions to UL 943 has the potential to affect not just the reputations of home builders, electricians, and manufacturers, but the safety of homeowners and consumers as well
Human Resources
Samantha Lewandowski on Recovery-Friendly Workplaces
New Hampshire's Recovery Friendly Workplace initiative—helping people with substance abuse disorders
Jobsite Safety
What Are the Legal Safeguards for Getting Back to Work?
As builders and trade contractors start to get back on track following the impact of COVID-19 and its restrictions, there are legal concerns to consider
Coronavirus Resources and Information
How Are Home Builders Adapting to Face-Mask Requirements?
Construction workers are already familiar with wearing protective clothing and equipment, but the face-mask requirements in many states are providi
Coronavirus Resources and Information
Doctor Saves Construction Worker’s Life Via FaceTime
Telehealth has proven itself essential during the pandemic, allowing patients to get care without risking exposure to COVID-19. In March, Dr.
Regulations
OSHA Construction Safety Inspections Fall 84% During Pandemic
OSHA’s in-person checks of construction sites have plunged by 84 percent during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Jobsite Safety
How Owners Should Comply With OSHA Roofing Safety Guidelines
Building owners have a responsibility to protect people who venture on their roofs, according to OSHA.
