Tips for Developing a Safety Culture
Safety should be a top concern for every employer. It is even more...
Smart Budgeting for the Startup Contractor
The list of reasons why contractors fail in business is endless, but right at...

10 Important Tips for Growing a Long-Lasting Contractor Business
Independent contractors are the lifeblood of the construction industry, and without them it would...
12 Safety Tips Every Contractor Can Use
1. Put Near Misses on Notice Learn to recognize when you’ve had a near...
Industry Deaths Happen, Can They Be Prevented?
Along with most industry professionals, here at American Contractors Organization, we try to keep...
March is Ladder Safety Awareness Month
If you’ve never heard of “Ladder Safety Awareness Month”, there’s probably good reason for...
Reducing Injury Rates Among Young Workers
As a general contractor, you’re required to fill each position of need with a...

OSHA Discourages Post-Incident Drug Testing
Article Courtesy of NASP Most companies require drug and alcohol testing after a workplace...

Are Your Workers Safe in The Summer Heat?
OSHA has partnered up with the National Weather Service. What does this mean for...

Avoiding Driving Fines as Contractors
Are you at Risk of Unnecessary Driving Fines? The construction industry has a...
Don't forget the small stuff
Fatal injuries are certainly a huge cause for concern at your job site –...

The Number 1 Most Frequent Safety Violation of 2015
Last year, a staggering 7,400+ safety violations were related to Fall Protection. According to...

Avoid $20,000 fines due to non-compliance with lead paint!
Unsafe renovations happen, and happen all too often. Our goal, along with the EPA,...