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Mental Health & Wellness: Key Components of Safety for Construction Industry

May 19, 2023

A growing topic of discussion in the industries we serve is mental health. Although safety has long been a core value of the construction industry, wellness is now gaining traction as a much-needed area of focus. Its importance can’t be understated. Nearly 13 percent of workplace injuries are attributed to fatigue, and more than 40…

What You Need to Know About OSHA’s New Initiatives for the Construction Industry

May 8, 2023

The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has announced new enforcement initiatives for 2023 which will have a direct impact on the construction industry.  These new initiatives are primarily directed at preventing trenching and excavation fatalities, and heat-related injuries and illnesses.  State Plan states, including North Carolina, are required to adopt…

Owens Insurance Agency Celebrates 70 Years in Business

December 7, 2022

Greer, South Carolina – As 2022 comes to a close, Owens Insurance Agency, an independent insurance agency serving the construction industry in the Upstate of South Carolina and beyond, is wrapping up a year-long anniversary celebration marking 70 years in business. Owens is now under third-generation ownership. Owens Insurance first opened its doors in downtown…

Sandra Johnson Promoted to Director of Operations for Owens Insurance Agency, Specialists in Serving Contractors

April 24, 2022

Owens Insurance Agency, an independent insurance agency with a 70-year presence in the Upstate, has promoted Sandra Johnson, CISR, INS, SM, to Director of Operations. Johnson serves as the point of contact for the agency’s carriers and is responsible for overseeing the agency’s administrative functions. She is based in Owens Insurance’s home office in Greer,…

Chad Hannon Promoted to Market President for Owens Insurance Agency, Specialists in Serving Contractors

March 24, 2022

Owens Insurance Agency, an independent insurance agency with a 70-year presence in the Upstate region of South Carolina, has promoted Chad Hannon, CLCS, to Market President for the agency’s home office in Greer, South Carolina. In this role, Hannon will focus on continuing to grow the commercial side of the business, which accounts for about…

Latium Technologies and Aon Revolutionizing Construction Risk Management

August 31, 2021

Latium Technologies and Aon plc today announced a strategic alliance to introduce Latium’s Job Site Insights® (JSI®) Internet of Things (IoT) application and suite of products as a foundational risk mitigation tool for contractors and owners. The alliance between Latium Technologies and Aon brings industry-leading technology to more contractors and owners, so they can prevent incidents before they…

Dealing with Increasing Cyber Risks in the Construction Industry

April 8, 2021

The construction industry is embracing technology at an increasingly rapid pace for both project modeling and day-to-day operations. Construction equipment and control systems are also expected to become increasingly automated in the next few years. This undoubtedly makes the construction industry more efficient both in terms of enterprise systems and project completion, but relying on…

Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. Acquires Cain Insurance Services Ltd.

January 7, 2021

Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. (NYSE: AJG) today announced the acquisition of Fredericton, New Brunswick-based Cain Insurance Services Ltd. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Founded in 1986, Cain Insurance Services is a retail property/casualty broker offering commercial and personal insurance to clients throughout the region. Cain has broad expertise, with particular strengths in serving clients in…

Reducing Insurance Costs though Documentation and Data Management

August 11, 2020

Operating any business, especially a construction business, requires the company to purchase insurance as a form of protection. The costs of insurance can be substantial to ensure the company is adequately covered and protected. Insurance costs tend to increase depending on the level of risk of the company. Besides shopping for competitive insurance policies, are…

Travelers Teams Up with Procore to Help Contractors Manage Total Cost of Risk

July 27, 2020

The Travelers Companies, Inc. (NYSE: TRV) today announced an exclusive agreement with Procore, a leading provider of construction management software, to help contractors manage the total cost of risk through improved operations and job-site safety. Procore’s construction platform connects entire project teams, from the office to the field and across companies. This provides key stakeholders –…

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