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February 24, 2021
OSHA’s Latest COVID-19 Guidance for the Construction Sector
The COVID-19 vaccine rollout offers significant promise in the ongoing effort to curb the pandemic. However, even in the midst of this rollout, it’s vital for employers to promote workplace health and safety measures to protect their staff from COVID-19 exposures. The construction industry is no exception to these protective measures, especially considering that most...
February 17, 2021
Commercial Vacancies Are Reaching New Highs: How To Make The Most Of 2021’s Opportunities
By the end of 2021, some people will have returned to work on-site, but many others will never return. The pandemic has permanently changed how and where millions of people will work in the future. The change is expected to have a significant impact on real estate markets nationwide. Although some people, myself included, have...
January 14, 2021
Renewals May Mark a Turning Point for Workers Comp
COVID-19, low interest rates and higher claim severity due in part to an aging workforce are among the factors that have reversed a years’ long trend of flat or lower renewals for workers compensation coverage, experts say. “In the rate environment we are starting to see it tick up from a flat renewal to the...
December 30, 2020
5 Commercial Real Estate Trends to Watch Going Into 2021
2020 is almost over. As many of us emit a sigh of relief, it’s time to reflect on what the year has brought us. COVID-19 and a worldwide pandemic have been at the top of the list for sure, but what has happened with commercial real estate trends? Let’s take a look. Commercial real estate trends...
December 29, 2020
Winter Weather Safety Precautions
Winter weather—such as frigid temperatures, icy conditions and snowfall—can create a wide range of challenges at the construction site. Specifically, it can become more difficult to ensure employees’ safety in such weather. After all, working on icy surfaces can increase the likelihood of slips and trips taking place, while exposure to cold temperatures can lead...
November 24, 2020
12 Ways to Prevent Slips and Falls in Your Building
Slips and falls are common occurrences that can lead to injury and even death, especially for older adults. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports falls are the No. 1 cause of injury and death for those 65 and older. Each year a reported 29 million falls represent: 3 million trips to the...
November 18, 2020
5 Steps to Protect Your Vacant Business Premises
When unforeseen events cause lengthy building closures, sparse occupancy, or extended staff absences, the risks to the property can increase. An unattended building is more vulnerable to incidents such as freezing pipes, sprinkler malfunctions, fires, or break-ins. And with fewer people available to monitor the property and do regular maintenance, the dangers to people who...
November 17, 2020
Preventing Cyberattacks on Remote Employees
The COVID-19 pandemic has solidified remote work as a new operational standard. Employers should expect this trend to only grow in the future. In fact, many major companies, such as Twitter and Microsoft, have indicated that remote work will be an indefinite option for their employees. While this is exciting in many ways, remote work...
November 12, 2020
Open Enrollment Looks a Little Different This Year Because of COVID
It’s open enrollment season for health insurance plans, but the coronavirus pandemic has changed what employees and other insured people can expect. Open enrollment at most employers typically runs from late October to the end of November, and the government’s health insurance marketplace for individuals (both new and repeat enrollees) is open through Dec. 15....
November 5, 2020
Essential Coverages to Have in Contractor’s Pollution Liability
Contractor’s pollution liability (CPL) is a type of insurance policy that provides third-party coverage for bodily injury, property damage, defense, and cleanup arising from contracting operations performed on or behalf of a contractor. We are currently seeing a rise in clients’ contractual requirements to provide proof of pollution liability insurance for contractors of all types....