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The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has recently proposed a rule that may affect your construction business. The rule would affect how to determine the competency of a crane operator and move the burden back towards the employer. Prior... Read More

In general, things are looking positive for the construction industry as it continues to grow. According to Dodge Data & Analytics, in December, the value of construction starts was up 12% from the previous month.  Overall, 2017 saw an increase... Read More

Let’s face it: no one likes to hear the word “audit” in any context. Unfortunately, construction audits are a reality for many construction projects. Audits are most likely seen in projects that involve contracts with a cost-plus-fee, cost-plus-fee with a... Read More

Construction fraud is far more common than you think and goes largely undetected. In fact, Kroll’s Annual Global Fraud and Risk Report states that 70% of construction companies were a victim of fraud in 2016. In the construction business, fraud... Read More

After a 30-day compliance extension, the Occupational Safety and Health Commission (OSHA) is now enforcing the provisions of the new silica rule. There are enforcement guidelines that have been provided until the compliance directives are finalized. This rule has been... Read More

This year, the U.S. has seen hurricanes the likes of which we have rarely if ever, seen. Hurricane Harvey did incredible flood damage in Texas, Irma made its way through Florida with high winds and flooding, and Maria has all... Read More