The law that would become the Federal Miller Act was originally enacted in 1894 and was at the time called the Heard Act. It was established to require a performance and payment bond to provide a degree of protection to subcontractors and materials providers. This act, however, was originally held b...
Month: June 2018
Keeping Your Crew Safe This Holiday Season
Summer is upon us now, and with the Fourth of July upcoming, followed by Labor Day at the end of summer, it’s a high travel season. This can also make construction sites even more dangerous than usual, especially when combined with high heat and the dangers that come with it. Of course, no contrac...
Why Working with HUBZone Certified Contractors Benefits Your Company
When you run a contracting or construction business, working with subcontractors is a fact of life. Very few companies have the ability to function with just their current staff, especially when big jobs come up. Those that attempt to keep such large numbers of staff on board generally face layoffs ...
Avoid These 4 Most Common Construction Site Violations
The construction industry is one of the most dangerous businesses there is. Tens of thousands of construction workers are injured or killed every year in accidents on site. Sadly, many of these accidents are the result of carelessness or ignoring safety regulations. They can be avoided with just a b...