New York Senate Bill 2766-C, passed by Governor Kathy Hochul in September 2021, would hold construction contractors liable for all claims under Section 198(e) of the New York Labor Law (NYLL), with joint-employer status automatically imposed on general contractors and
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5 Top Construction Certifications For Career Advancement
While construction certifications are not a hard requirement for working in the construction industry (an apprenticeship is usually enough to get your foot in the door), proper education and training are prerequisites for most specialized positions. If you already work
How to Improve Construction Site Security Through Technology
Technology is developed to innovate and simplify several spheres of human living and working, and the construction industry has not been exempt from this. Technologies in the past few decades have sprung up to not only streamline operations and make
How to Prevent Buddy Punching On Your Construction Site
As harmless as it may seem in the moment, buddy punching (especially when done regularly) can have significant long-term financial consequences, costing your company hundreds to thousands of dollars per year. Time theft is a prevalent issue across all industries,
10 Measures to Prevent Construction Site Theft
Resolving the problem of construction theft has proven to be a frustrating task for many construction companies, but it’s all the more important with how many tools, materials, and equipment are kept on site. Accordingly, the construction industry suffers from
3 Tips for Dealing With the Construction Labor Shortage
As the demand for housing and commercial properties increases, the labor shortage in the construction industry is ever more apparent. The construction industry has been grappling with a labor shortage problem for over a decade. Still, as the number of
What is the Role of Construction HR?
HR plays a vital role in the construction industry. Construction HR can encourage productivity in the workforce and ensure quality work for all projects. Here are the responsibilities of HR in construction, and how you can use technologies like the
How to Calculate Construction Labor Costs Accurately
Have you ever wondered whether you were paying construction workers too much or too little? How do you attract and retain quality talent while maintaining the proper profit margins? Accounting for labor is integral to determining project costs, but it’s
How to Calculate Direct Labor Cost in Construction
Properly managing a project’s finances can be the difference between success and failure. A Global Construction Survey conducted by KPMG found that only 31% of projects end up being within 10% of their original budget. A large part of expense
The Ultimate Guide to Site Inspections in Construction
The construction industry can be dangerous to work in, rife with hazards that put workers at risk for falls from great heights, injuries from working with machinery and heavy equipment, and electrocution. In fact, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
