What Your Insurance Broker Isn't Telling You About Your Premium
Most construction companies have no idea what they're actually paying their insurance broker. Here's what that lack of transparency really costs.
Confident Compliance: Why Construction Companies Sleep Better at Night
We're undefeated against OSHA. Learn how confident compliance helps construction companies stay prepared, reduce violations, and focus on their actual work.
When OSHA Comes Knocking: How We Saved a Client $33,000
A lumber company faced $43K in OSHA fines. We got 7 of 10 violations deleted and saved them $33K. Here's how tenacity and deep knowledge made the difference.
When Safety Became a Title Instead of a Commitment
Back in 2007, major companies started requiring safety directors. Most contractors just named someone and called it a day.
Twenty years later, we're still dealing with the consequences.
The title exists. The expertise doesn’t always follow. Bad things still happen. Contracts still got lost.
And the gap between what's on paper and what's happening on the jobsite? That's where the real risk lives.
We wrote about how safety became a checkbox exercise instead of a real commitment and what needs to change.
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Why Your Broker Should Be Asking Your Safety Team About Your Experience Rating
Most brokers renew policies without talking to safety teams. That disconnect costs money. Here's why your EMR matters and what brokers should be asking.
Construction Site Safety: How On-Site Risk Management Saves Money and Lives
Learn how Tawney's hands-on risk management approach combines specialized safety consulting with unbiased insurance advice to protect construction companies and reduce costs.
Job Site Housekeeping: Preventing Hazards and Promoting Safety
Learn essential job site housekeeping practices that reduce workplace hazards, prevent costly accidents, and create a safer, more efficient work environment for your team.
Protecting the People Who Keep Our Communities Running
Public employees face serious hazards daily but often lack proper safety training. Learn how comprehensive programs protect workers who serve our communities.
A-Frame Ladder Safety Series, Part 2
Master A-frame ladder safety with the three-point contact rule and learn why that top step is off-limits. Expert tips to prevent workplace falls.
A-Frame Ladder Safety Series, Part 1
Essential A-frame ladder safety guide covering pre-use inspections, label checks, and proper setup. Learn the rules that keep your team safe on every job site.
Rebar Safety on the Jobsite: When in Doubt, Cap It Out
Learn OSHA rebar cap requirements and practical jobsite safety tips. Protect your crew from impalement hazards with proper risk assessment strategies.
Why Every Fall Protection Conversation Matters
Real talk about fall protection from job sites. It's not about compliance - it's about building relationships that keep workers safe and going home.
Grinder Guards Save Lives: Why This Simple Safety Feature Gets Ignored
Workers remove grinder guards daily on construction sites, creating deadly risks. Learn why this happens and how to protect your team with proper safety measures.
Why Your Business Needs Independent Risk Management Inspections
Small issues like loose outlets or water leaks can cost millions. Learn how third-party risk inspections prevent disasters and save your business money.
Rooftop Welding Safety: Best Practices for High-Risk Work
Essential rooftop welding safety guide for contractors. Learn fire prevention, equipment inspection, and emergency protocols to protect your team.
Why Your Business Insurance Strategy Might Be Costing You Six Figures
Most business owners stick with the same insurance agent for years without shopping around. That loyalty might be costing more than you think.
What's Really Going On with Bonding Commissions in West Virginia Public Construction
West Virginia contractors pay 0-37% commission on bonds, but most don't know where that money goes. Here's how to get transparency and keep costs local.
Job Site Safety: The Role of Rebar Caps in Preventing Workplace Injuries
Learn OSHA requirements for rebar caps, proper installation techniques, and how to prevent deadly impalement injuries on construction sites.
Why Your Business Deserves Honest Insurance Advice: Transparency in Commercial Coverage
Most businesses get biased insurance advice. Learn how fee-based consulting eliminates broker conflicts and saves money through true market competition.