Insurance Monthly headlines en-us Copyright 2007 Liberty Publishing. All rights reserved. http://www.ghbh.com 60 Fri, 12 Dec 2008 19:02:27 PST Fri, 12 Dec 2008 19:02:27 PST sfl There's no question that working in the trenches can be a bit risky at times. However, every excavation jobsite doesn't have to be a danger zone. With the proper safety guidelines in place, you can ensure that your workers remain secure and enjoy a safe working environment. Workplace Safety http://www.siteforless.com/newsletters/?QID=223&tokenID=9d66160dc48922522a1d2c946a3ae21e336 If you don't make soil classification the first step when planning an excavation, it could prove costly. Mistakes in soil classification could lead to untimely changes to shoring and/or sloping systems. Workplace Safety http://www.siteforless.com/newsletters/?QID=223&tokenID=9d66160dc48922522a1d2c946a3ae21e336 Bulldozers, scrapers and tractors, oh my! A jobsite crawling with heavy equipment can sometimes feel like a danger zone. However, with the proper heavy equipment safety guidelines in place, you can reduce risk on your jobsite and ensure your workers head home unscathed each and every day. Workplace Safety http://www.siteforless.com/newsletters/?QID=223&tokenID=9d66160dc48922522a1d2c946a3ae21e336 Spotting the red flags that indicate possible workers' compensation fraud by employees is the best way to prevent fraud from occurring. Knowing how to spot the red flags is a proactive way to nip a potentially costly but false workers' compensation claim before it begins. Construction http://www.siteforless.com/newsletters/?QID=266&tokenID=d8e27738df41aaa04383990fff493035336 Construction accidents often result in damaged property. Fires from faulty wiring scorch walls, paint sprays onto cars, and collisions dent earth-moving equipment. When something goes wrong, the contractor will look to his commercial general liability (CGL) policy to pay the costs of repair or replacement. Construction http://www.siteforless.com/newsletters/?QID=266&tokenID=d8e27738df41aaa04383990fff493035336 Savvy contractors understand the key points of workers' compensation, especially on controlling losses and managing the premiums. They are also likely familiar with commercial auto and general liability insurance, as construction contract issues tend to center around these coverages. Construction http://www.siteforless.com/newsletters/?QID=266&tokenID=d8e27738df41aaa04383990fff493035336