Using Lean Construction To Shorten Project Schedules
Using Lean Construction To Shorten Project Schedules Lean construction is a process that works to continually improve the method of project delivery. Its goals are to eliminate waste, improve processes, and create more collaboration among project team members. Lean construction came out of the Toyota manufacturing facilities after World War II. It was used to […]
Planning Your National Safety Stand-Down: Fall Protection
Stand-Down for Safety: Fall Protection Awareness Fatalities from falls continue to be a leading cause of death for construction workers. They account for 351 of the 1,008 construction fatalities recorded in 2020. But these deaths were preventable through hazard elimination, training, and use of fall protection equipment. Employers and workers can participate in the National […]
Top 20 IRS Audit Red Flags You Should Know
There’s nothing more dreaded than a tax audit. Here are some of the most common causes of an IRS audit, and how to avoid them, if you can. 1. Failing to report all your taxable income Be sure to report all your taxable income on your income tax return to avoid IRS Audit Red Flags. The IRS […]
9 Tips For Making Better Decisions
9 Tips For Making Better Decisions According to a recent McKinsey study of more than 1200 managers from global companies, fewer than half say that decisions are made in a timely fashion, and 61% say that at least half the time spent making them is ineffective. McKinsey estimates the opportunity costs for these decisions are high: approximately […]
10 Common Sales and Use Tax Audit Triggers for Contractors
Learn the top sales and use tax audit triggers contractors need to watch for. Understand the common red flags and avoid costly mistakes in your tax filings. Stay compliant and prepared for any audits with our expert guide.
Tips For Preventing Workplace Violence
Tips for Preventing Workplace Violence The statistics tell it all : 2 million workers in all industries are affected each year by violence at work 9% of worker deaths in 2017 were by violence In construction, violence caused 56 of 971 deaths in 2017 Workplace violence is a problem in America, and in the construction […]
How To Prepare To Bid On Federal Construction Projects
With the recent passing of new federal infrastructure funding, lots of federal construction projects will be coming down the pipeline. It pays to be ready to bid on these projects when they come to your neighborhood. If you haven’t bid on federal projects before, you have to do some work ahead of time to get […]
How To Protest A Bid Award
Prioritizing Mental Health in the Construction Industry Protesting a bid award is a serious action not to be taken lightly. It’s done when bidders feel a contract was awarded unfairly or the bid process was unfair. While it isn’t a legal process, you may want to consult with an attorney before submitting a bid protest. […]
Prioritizing Mental Health In Construction Industry
Prioritizing Mental Health in the Construction Industry The construction industry has the highest suicide rate of all occupations and mental health issues were the biggest cause of absenteeism among workers , even before the pandemic. Even though mental health causes so many disruptions in our work, it is not an issue that most people want to […]
What Contractors Can Do About Construction Material Shortages and Price Increases
What Contractors Can Do About Construction Material Shortages and Price Increases A perfect storm of sorts has created a construction material shortage, which has driven prices skyward. From lumber to vinyl, contractors are finding it difficult to find materials, and if they do find them, they’re having to pay much higher prices. The storm that […]
