Construction zones are dangerous, and it is the employer’s responsibility to ensure that safety standards are met. ...more
Fayetteville, Arkansas—Fayetteville authorities are continuing the investigation into the death of a 20-year-old worker in a accident. The man was covered in soil when a trench collapsed at a construction site on Vue Avenue....more
Even in no-injury accidents, fines under the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act can be significant, as demonstrated by a recent case in which there was potential for serious injury....more
Although advances in technology and safety precautions have made construction work safer in recent years, it still remains one of the most dangerous jobs in America....more
Construction provides many needed jobs in California and across the United States. Some economists view the level of construction as a key indicator of a vigorous state and national economy. So it’s important for the...more
It is common in the construction industry for residential owners to use consultants, including construction managers, to oversee and manage work performed by the direct contractor, subcontractors and material suppliers. The...more
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC) has been delegated authority by the EPA to regulate stormwater discharges due to construction activities. An earlier 2006 General Permit is expiring...more
On November 21, 2012, the Colorado Court of Appeals issued a decision with potentially far-reaching implications. In Collard v. Vista Paving Corp., 2012 COA 208 (2012), the court concluded that contractors have a duty to warn...more
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