by Shawna Coronado | Jun 11, 2024 | Compliance, Construction, Safety
Construction workers are the backbone of our built environment, but their dedication comes with unique challenges, including the constant threat of heat illness and the need for proactive heat illness prevention measures. According to the Occupational Safety and...
by Shawna Coronado | Apr 24, 2024 | Business tips, Compliance, Construction, laws
In the world of construction, where projects are dynamic and workforce needs fluctuate, the recent announcement from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) regarding the banning of noncompete clauses has significant implications, especially for payroll teams. The FTC...
by Shawna Coronado | Jan 12, 2024 | Business tips, Compliance, Construction, Human Resources, laws, Update
One of the most important documents an employer needs for its workers is the Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification. The form is designed to comply with U.S. immigration laws by allowing employers to hire only those legally authorized to work in the United...
by Shawna Coronado | Nov 27, 2023 | Compliance, Construction, Davis Bacon, Payroll, Prevailing Wage Info, Resources
Wage law is a key factor that influences the wages of construction workers in the US. As we approach the new year, the US wage landscape is changing rapidly, and prevailing wage laws have a significant impact on the industry. Shaped by a complex web of federal...
by Michaela OLeary | Nov 21, 2023 | Certified payroll, Compliance, Construction, Payroll, Prevailing Wage Info, Reporting, Resources
California often marches to the beat of its own drum. This is particularly evident in the construction industry, especially in prevailing wage jobs. For example, the Golden State requires apprentices for each public works job and monitors training with a watchful eye....
by Michaela OLeary | Oct 31, 2023 | Compliance, Davis Bacon, Davis Bacon compliance, Davis Bacon Rates, laws
For the first time in almost 40 years, the Department of Labor (DOL) has revised Davis-Bacon and Related Acts (DBA) regulations. This Davis-Bacon Act Final Rule went into effect on Oct. 23, 2023, and was designed to “promote compliance, provide appropriate and updated...