2024 Legislative Session Report
Mon, Oct 14, 2024
Chris Dawson, Attorney, GrayRobinson
The 2024 Legislation Session saw the introduction of almost 3,000 proposed bills, the highest number in any previous session. For FRSA, it meant reviewing and tracking a few bills that were outside our normal sco... Read More
Adapting Roofing Operations to Economic Fluctuations
Mon, Oct 14, 2024
John Kenney, CPRC, CEO, Cotney Consulting Group
In the roofing industry, adaptability is not just a competitive advantage but a necessity. Economic conditions fluctuate, impacting material prices, labor availability and client budgets. To stay compe... Read More
Federal Judge Blocks Noncompete BanFederal Judge Blocks Noncompete Ban
Mon, Oct 14, 2024
Trent Cotney, Partner, Adams and Reese LLP
As you likely remember, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) voted in April to ban almost all noncompeteagreements. That ban was to take effect on September 4, 2024.
However, soon after the FTC issued that r... Read More
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
Fasteners for Roofing Applications
Wed, Sep 18, 2024
Mike Fulton, National Manager of Technical Training and Compliance, O’Hagin
Fasteners for roofing applications vary greatly depending on the type of roof covering being applied. In the below segment we will look at several different applicatio... 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
The New 10-Day Contract Cancellation Clause to Repair or Replace a Roof
Wed, Sep 18, 2024
Mike Silvers, CPRC, Owner, Silvers Systems Inc. and FRSA Technical Director
On the first of August, well before Tropical Storm Debby turned into Hurricane Debby, Governor Ron DeSantis issued Executive Order (EO) 24-156 (Emergency Management – ... 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
