Florida Solar Energy Center Research
Tue, Sep 24, 2024
FRM Staff
Located in Cocoa, the Florida Solar Energy Center (FSEC) is the state’s premier energy research institution. Created by the Florida Legislature in 1975 to advance research, development and education in solar energy, FSEC’s focu... Read More
Understanding Payment and Performance Bonds
Wed, Sep 18, 2024
Trent Cotney, Partner, Adams and Reese LLP
In the construction world, there are a variety of bonds and two of the most used on projects are payment and performance bonds. These two bonds often accompany each other but play different roles during con... Read More
Strategic Growth in the Roofing Industry: Navigating the Path to Success
Wed, Sep 18, 2024
John Kenney, CPRC, CEO, Cotney Consulting Group
The roofing industry is witnessing rapid changes driven by technological advancements, evolving customer expectations and a dynamic labor market. For roofing contractors aiming to grow their businesses... Read More
Preventing Fatal Falls
Tue, Sep 17, 2024
Brad Mang, FRSA Self Insurer’s Fund Safety Consultant
Each year, falls to a lower level are the leading cause of death among construction workers and account for one third of all construction fatalities. According to the latest report from the... Read More
OSHA Proposed Heat Rule Publication
Tue, Sep 17, 2024
FRM Staff
The U.S. Department of Labor has released a proposed rule with the goal of protecting millions of workers from the significant health risks of extreme heat. If finalized, the proposed rule would help protect approximately 36 million worker... Read More
Florida Conducts Successful August Primary Election
Tue, Sep 17, 2024
Chris Dawson, Attorney, GrayRobinson
Floridians showed up at polling locations across the Sunshine State in August’s primary election with competitive races being decided from Pensacola to Key West. Voter turnout was typical of most primary el... Read More
How Surety Bonds Have a Role with Roofing Companies
Sun, Aug 25, 2024
Brad Bush, Senior Vice President, HUB International Florida
Surety bonds are a common risk management tool in the construction industry and no less relevant to roofing contractors than other types of contractors and subcontractors. In Florida, roofe... Read More
Roofing in Florida’s Summer
Sun, Aug 25, 2024
Riku Ylipelkonen, Owner, Standard Building Advisors and FRSA Technical Advisor
How hot is it out there today? Summer is in full swing in Florida, so the sun is out, it will probably rain a little and roofing is full speed ahead. The economy is playi... Read More
Florida Legislation Requires New Language in Roofing Contracts
Sat, Aug 24, 2024
Trent Cotney, Partner, Adams and Reese LLP
In May 2024, Governor Ron DeSantis signed a number of bills into law and among them was HB 939. This bill addresses several consumer protection concerns, including agreements between residential property ow... Read More
Updates on OSHA’s Heat Injury and Illness Prevention Efforts
Fri, Aug 09, 2024
Employers know that working in the heat can be a health hazard, especially with summer temperatures already here. Workers in several industries can be affected, so OSHA continues to review and adapt its standards.
On May 19, the Small Business Assoc... Read More
