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08/03/2017

ABC of Wisconsin Apprenticeship Turns 30!

The Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) of Wisconsin Apprenticeship program is marking 30 years of service to the construction industry...

07/28/2017

Are You Prepared for a Cyber 911?

This week, Lloyd’s of London released a report that stated “a major, global cyber attack could trigger an average of...

07/25/2017

The Construction Industry’s Need For Electronic Data Liability Coverage

Most construction related businesses understand the need for General Liability or Worker’s Compensation insurance and have a basic working knowledge...

07/14/2017

When There’s a Labor Shortage, You Must Eliminate, Delegate or Automate

Many contractors who work in commercial construction are not only struggling to find skilled labor, but also higher level leaders...

07/11/2017

Future Construction Managers Shorten Learning Curve With Giant Erector Set

How do you educate 30 inexperienced college kids to a point where they will become good construction project managers? You...

06/29/2017

Fighting Fatigue is Important for Workers

Hard work involves high-risk activities. To work safely, workers must be physically and mentally alert. This means that fatigue is...

06/22/2017

Legitimate Report or Fake News?

Hard work involves high-risk activities. To work safely, workers must be physically and mentally alert. This means that fatigue is...

06/16/2017

Take the Heat Illness Quiz

It's that time of year when construction management teams need to remind those working in the heat to stay hydrated....

06/14/2017

Apprentice Likes The Opportunities In His Craft

This being "Workforce Week," it's a good time to share with you a feature on a current apprentice, Andy Lensink,...

05/16/2017

New Silica Standard and Expectations for Employers

On September 23, 2017, OSHA’s new Silica standard (1926.1153) goes into effect. For construction companies with a relatively low silica...