The speaker discusses four types of laws and regulations that impose liability on employers for work zone hazards which either harm, or have a potential to harm persons on the work site. These areas … [Read more...] about Liability/Litigation Insurance
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Ohio Jury Finds Contractor Negligent for Failure to Replace Guardrail as Soon as Practical
In Cleveland, Ohio a jury determined that a contractor was negligent for failing to replace a guardrail "as soon as practical" as required by the contract with the Ohio Department of Transportation. … [Read more...] about Ohio Jury Finds Contractor Negligent for Failure to Replace Guardrail as Soon as Practical
Design and Construction of Transportation Facilities
The Transportation Research Circular, Number 363, "Research Problem Statements: Design and Construction of Transportation Facilities," includes information from research prepared to "provide guidance … [Read more...] about Design and Construction of Transportation Facilities
Safety Tips from the Penn. Local Roads Program — RTAP
Topics included are: Why are hard hats essential', Front-end loader safety, and Strategies for decreasing tort liability. … [Read more...] about Safety Tips from the Penn. Local Roads Program — RTAP
Minor Work Zone Issues Count in Court
In court, it is often the minor issues that hurt the defendant the most. … [Read more...] about Minor Work Zone Issues Count in Court
Time to Wrap-up: New Program Offers Ways to Improve Construction Safety on the Site
Project managers and general contractors with projects valued at $50 million or more are beginning to take advantage of a risk management tool known as construction wrap-ups. Simply stated, a wrap-up … [Read more...] about Time to Wrap-up: New Program Offers Ways to Improve Construction Safety on the Site