On Nov. 5, The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) released its Emergency Temporary Standard regarding COVID-19 vaccination. Under the new standard, large businesses that employ 100 or more employees are required to support COVID-19... (Read More)

Many people use YouTube to catch up on current events or wind down after a long day at the office. But the platform is also an invaluable resource. If you want to enhance your professional skills and knowledge, there are plenty of channels dedicated... (Read More)

The year is quickly coming to a close, and here in the Pacific Northwest, that means lots of rain, and at certain elevations, snow and ice. If you've worked in construction for any period of time, you probably know how to navigate the winter months... (Read More)

Contractors love their power tools. One survey conducted by ContractorMag found that the most commonly used corded power tools are hammer drills, reciprocating saws and power drills. The same survey found that the most commonly used cordless... (Read More)

It's a great time to be a professional contractor. Business is booming, pandemic-era restrictions are starting to wind down, and there's a major shortage of construction workers. Combined, these factors make for a lucrative job market. But just... (Read More)

On July 1, 2021, SB-1670, a new law concerning plumbing, took effect. The law, passed during the legislative session of 2020, impacts general contractors, specialty plumbing construction contractors, homeowners and house-flippers who require the use... (Read More)

Finding qualified construction employees is becoming increasingly difficult. The 2020 Construction Outlook Survey by the Associated General Contractors of America found that 81% of construction firms are struggling to fill hourly and salaried craft... (Read More)

After a challenging year brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, the construction industry is beginning to recover. A recent survey released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics and Associated Builders and Contractors found that American construction... (Read More)

As a construction professional, you probably don't spend much time thinking about cybersecurity. Most of your work takes place outdoors without an internet connection, but that's starting to change. Thanks to the Internet of things and the... (Read More)