by Contractors Insurance Agency | Jul 16, 2026 | Commercial Insurance, Workers Comp
Summer is the prime season for construction — longer days, fewer weather delays, and a full project calendar. But it also brings one of the most underestimated risks in the trades: extreme heat. Heat-related illness is a leading cause of occupational injury and death...
by Contractors Insurance Agency | Nov 13, 2025 | Construction Company / Generals
Working with mobile equipment is a routine part of many construction and contracting jobs but it also comes with serious safety risks. Whether you’re operating a loader, forklift, or excavator, understanding and following safety best practices helps protect your team,...
by Contractors Insurance Agency | Aug 14, 2025 | Tree Trimmers
Running a tree trimming business takes more than skill with a chainsaw and a harness—it takes planning, precision, and protection. Whether you’re working in a residential backyard or clearing limbs from power lines, the risks are real. Therefore the right...
by Contractors Insurance Agency | Apr 17, 2025 | Commercial Insurance, Workers Comp
Repetitive Stress Injuries (RSIs) are common among contractors due to the nature of the work: repetitive motions, heavy lifting, and sustained awkward positions. These injuries occur over time as muscles, tendons, and nerves become damaged from repeated stress rather...
by Contractors Insurance Agency | Jan 18, 2024 | Commercial Insurance, Workers Comp
Job site safety is important on any project you are working on. You can’t skip over this and hope for the best. You need to be proactive, and make sure your team is as well, in order to have everyone stay safe and avoid any insurance claims that shouldn’t need to...