PAYCHECK PROTECTION PROGRAM LOANS Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

As of May 13, 2020 PAYCHECK PROTECTION PROGRAM LOANS Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) The Small Business Administration (SBA), in consultation with the Department of the Treasury, intends to provide timely additional guidance to address borrower and lender questions concerning the implementation of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), established by section 1102 of the Coronavirus Aid, […]

You Just Got into a Car Accident. Now What?

You Just Got into a Car Accident. Now What? The minutes right after a car accident are a blur. What just happened!? What am I supposed to do now? Well, first, take a deep breath then: 1. Move to a safe location If you are able to move your vehicle, get to a safe location […]

12 Ideas to Make Safety Training Less Boring

Loss Control Insights 12 Ideas to Make Safety Training Less Boring Who says employee training has to be boring? Neil Wysocki, EMC Program Development Engineer, thinks training can be engaging and even fun at times. Neil has come a long way in his training skills and admits, “At first, most of my training sessions were […]

2020 Construction Planning in the Wake of COVID-19

2020 Construction Planning in the Wake of COVID-19 The COVID-19 pandemic swiftly eroded recent gains in the U.S. and world economies and has exposed economic and societal vulnerabilities that many believed, or at least hoped, would never come to light. There’s no doubt the virus is negatively affecting the economy, American workers and families. Although […]

How to get payment from slow-paying general contractors

The Dotted Line: How to get payment from slow-paying general contractors AUTHOR Kim Slowey When it comes to funding labor and material costs for any given construction project, subcontractors are usually left with the lion’s share. Everyone in the chain of command typically understands that invoices should reflect all work approved and completed to date and […]

Bloodborne Pathogens Program

Tech Sheet Bloodborne Pathogens Program Bloodborne pathogens are microorganisms present in human blood which can cause disease in humans. These pathogens include, but are not limited to, hepatitis B virus (HBV) and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). A bloodborne pathogens program is necessary in all organizations where employees are exposed to blood or other potentially infectious […]

Business Insurance Cost Recommendation

Business Insurance Cost Recommendation  The NCCI, other state workers compensation regulatory bureaus, and state governments are still working to develop payroll handling and reporting guidance as it applies to the COVID-19 crisis. This holds true for General Liability policies as well. As we all navigate the COVID-19 crisis and its potential impact to the exposure […]

Coronavirus could have multiple impacts on construction

Coronavirus could have multiple impacts on construction Don Wall February 24, 2020 Canada’s construction sector should brace itself for significant supply-chain interruptions caused by the coronavirus outbreak, experts assembled by the Canadian Construction Association (CCA) recently warned. Not only will supplies be disrupted, the trio of experts in the Feb. 18 informational webinar explained, but stakeholders […]

Hard Hat FAQ: 7 Answers From an Expert

Loss Control Insights Hard Hat FAQ: 7 Answers From an Expert While hard hats are a very routine personal protective equipment (PPE), questions about them persist. An EMC Loss Control Engineer, sheds light on some of the most common concerns and questions she comes across while working with policyholders. Q: Are stickers allowed on hard […]

The Best Way to Shore up Your Excavation Safety

Loss Control Insights for Contractors The Best Way to Shore up Your Excavation Safety With a fatality rate that is 112% higher than the rate for general construction, excavation is among the most hazardous construction operations you can undertake this spring. Cave-ins pose the greatest risk, with other potential hazards including falls, falling loads, hazardous atmospheres and […]