When President Biden was sworn into office earlier this year, everyone anticipated that he would take steps to embolden the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). That prediction held firm
Labor Secretary Makes the Case for More OSHA Staffing Read Post »
If you are facing material delays or discovering that the supplies you need are not available, you are not alone. From coast to coast, contractors are experiencing the materials crisis,
Protecting Yourself During the Materials Crisis Read Post »
June has arrived, summer is around the corner, and many western states will be facing hot weather for weeks and months to come. With this in mind, Cal/OSHA recently reminded
California’s Heat Advisory Reminder Read Post »
Summer 2021 has been a scorcher across the country, and the Northwest has set seemingly unreal temperature records. These dangerous conditions led to the Department of Labor & Industries in
Washington OSHA Issues New Heat Standard Read Post »
Tampa, Florida, July 27, 2021 – Cotney Attorneys & Consultants is pleased to announce that Scott A. Dennison has joined the Cotney team as an Online Marketing Consultant working with
As you likely know, the lack of skilled labor is one of the biggest challenges facing the construction industry. If you are facing this challenge with your company, one strategy
Top Tips for Hiring a Subcontractor Read Post »
Every contractor dreads an OSHA citation—fearing fines, work shutdowns, and harm to reputation. But in a recent Colorado case, a worker’s death and the related jobsite violations were seen as
OSHA Violations Result in Jail Time Read Post »
When I talk to contractors these days, the number one concern they all seem to have is material shortages. The events of the last year have been challenging for everyone,
Managing Material Shortages Read Post »
Do roofing contractors have the right to advertise their business and solicit work from homeowners by encouraging insurance claims? That is a question that has been in the spotlight since
Federal Judge Halts Florida Property Law Provision Read Post »
Tampa, Florida, July 12, 2021 – Cotney Attorneys & Consultants is pleased to announce that Ted Nickelson has joined the Cotney Consulting Team as our sales coach for independent manufacturers
