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As 2020 comes to a close, AWDI would like to wish its members, partners and other industry professionals a safe and happy holiday season. As we reflect on the past year for the industry, we would like to provide the readers of the AWDI Insider a look at the most accessed articles from the year. Our regular publication will resume Wednesday, January 6.
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5 things to know about the new coronavirus paid leave law
Construction Dive
From March 25: U.S. small businesses and their employees are living through unprecedented times. As the COVID-19 epidemic continues, many are concerned with the day-to-day as state and local governments close or otherwise restrict business operations to halt the spread of the disease.
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OSHA issues warning about headphones
EHS Today
From Jan. 8: If awareness is a powerful ally of workplace safety, distractions are its enemy— including the use of headphones to listen to music on dangerous job sites like construction projects, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
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How OSHA says companies should deal with COVID-19 in the workplace
US Glass News Network
From March 25: As U.S. companies face down the threat of COVID-19, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) released input for how to prepare for and minimize impacts. Guidance was developed with the help of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and includes everything from commonsense measures to response plans.
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Coronavirus and the occupational safety and health act: What employers need to know
The National Law Review
From Feb. 5: As the novel coronavirus (Coronavirus) continues to spread in China and around the world, employers may want to consider steps to take in addressing the Coronavirus in the workplace. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recently published a webpage that provides workers and employers with interim guidance and resources for preventing exposure to the Coronavirus. See the OSHA 2019 Novel Coronavirus webpage.
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Is your construction project at risk for delays or damages because of the coronavirus?
The National Law Review
From March 18: As the coronavirus spreads around the world, its impact on many businesses and industries, including the construction industry, is increasing.
The construction industry in the United States relies heavily on foreign suppliers and manufacturers of goods for construction materials, including steel, millwork, electrical and lighting equipment, plumbing fittings and fixtures, flooring tiles, and HVAC equipment.
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Wearable technology will grow in the construction industry
Construction Global
From Aug. 26: In the past, the construction industry has been slow to adopt new technology. That trend is starting to change now, with many construction companies diving headfirst into Industry 4.0, integrating more connected devices into the worksite. One of the most promising and popular aspects of this digital revolution is wearable tech.
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10 home improvement projects that return the most at resale
Forbes
From Jan. 15: If you want to get the biggest return on your investment in home renovation projects, it would be wise to take your to-do list outdoors. The 2020 Cost vs. Value report by Remodeling magazine found that nine out of the top 10 high-return projects are exterior replacement projects. Only the minor kitchen renovation rivals the rate of return of most exterior projects.
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10 OSHA myths that still impact attitudes toward safety
EHS Daily Advisor
From Jan. 15 The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) sets and enforces safety standards for the workplace. It’s a simple job description but a huge undertaking. And given that negative attitudes toward the agency are pervasive among U.S. employers and workers, OSHA’s authority has taken on an almost mythical quality, and many misconceptions about the agency’s powers remain.
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The construction industry is struggling to find workers
KMGH-TV
From March 11: Estevan Almanza has worked in the construction industry for nearly a decade, with his pay increasing from $16 to 22 an hour.
Over the past few years, he’s seen this industry struggle to find qualified workers. That has been putting extra stress on him and his crew.
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California, New York and Pennsylvania shutter non-essential businesses
US Glass News Network
From March 25: In the past 24 hours, California, Pennsylvania and New York have all mandated the closure of non-essential businesses in an effort to combat the spread of COVID-19. However, many glass industry companies are uncertain about their classification and some are seeking exemptions.
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