UCANE’s 43 rd Annual Golf Classic

Monday, July 10, 2023

Brookmeadow Country Club • Canton, MA

Hosted By

Corporate Sponsor

TAYLOR OIL COMPANY

Lobster Clambake Sponsor

E. J. PRESCOTT, INC.

$ 25,000 “Hole-in-One”

McCOURT CONSTRUCTION COMPANY

$10,000 Putting Contest

DAGLE ELECTRICAL CONST. CORP.

Photos with Sports Celebrity

RITCHIE BROTHERS AUCTIONEERS

IRON PLANET

Chevrolet Silverado

“Hole-in-One”

McLAUGHLIN CHEVROLET

Continental Breakfast

ATS EQUIPMENT, INC.

Closest to the Pin Contest

CONCRETE SYSTEMS, INC.

Goody Bags

P. GIOIOSO & SONS, INC.

Guest Sponsors

JAY CASHMAN, INC. (4)

55-Inch Smart TV SCRAP IT, INC./

MINICHIELLO BROS., INC.

All Signage

ROADSAFE TRAFFIC SYSTEMS

Tim Hunt, CHST Dir. of Envt’l, Health and Safety W. L. French Excavating Corp.

Patrick W. Saltmarsh Corporate Safety Director J. Derenzo Companies

Safety Leadership: Proactive, Collaborative, Ongoing

Safety leadership is a critical aspect of ensuring the well-being and protection of individuals in various environments, from workplaces to homes and communities. A proactive, collaborative, and ongoing approach to safety leadership is essential in creating a culture of safety that prioritizes prevention, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Proactive safety leadership involves taking preventive measures to identify and address potential hazards before they result in accidents. Instead of reacting to incidents after they occur, proactive safety leaders anticipate risks and implement measures to mitigate them. This includes conducting comprehensive risk assessments, analyzing past incidents and near-misses for root causes, and taking action to prevent similar incidents in the future. Proactive safety leaders also prioritize safety training and education, ensuring that team members are equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to perform their tasks safely.

Collaboration is another key element of safety leadership. Collaborative safety leaders recognize that safety is a shared responsibility that involves everyone in the organization or community. They actively involve team members in identifying and addressing safety concerns and encourage open communication where employees feel comfortable reporting incidents, near-misses, or hazards. Collaborative safety leaders also foster effective teamwork and communication among different departments or teams to ensure that safety protocols are consistently followed across the organization.

Furthermore, a collaborative safety leader promotes a non-punitive reporting culture where team members feel safe reporting safety concerns without fear of reprisal. They understand that reporting incidents or near-misses is not about blame, but about learning from mistakes and preventing future incidents. Collaborative safety leaders use reported incidents as opportunities for improvement, conducting thorough investigations to identify root causes and implementing corrective actions to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.

continued on page 70 and compliance with safety policies and procedures. They regularly analyze and interpret safety data to identify trends, patterns, and areas for improvement. Monitoring and measuring safety performance helps a safety leader to identify strengths and weaknesses in their safety program and make data-driven decisions to improve safety outcomes.

In addition to internal collaboration, safety leaders also prioritize collaboration with external stakeholders. This includes regulators, suppliers, contractors, and other relevant parties. Collaborative safety leaders maintain open communication and partnerships with these stakeholders to ensure that safety standards are met throughout the supply chain or project lifecycle. They actively engage in discussions, seek feedback, and exchange best practices to continuously improve safety performance.

Ongoing efforts are crucial in safety leadership. A safety leader understands that safety is not a one-time event, but an ongoing process that requires constant vigilance. They consistently monitor safety performance, review safety policies and procedures, and update them as needed to address changing risks and regulations. Ongoing efforts also involve conducting regular safety audits or inspections to identify potential gaps or deficiencies in safety practices and taking prompt action to rectify them.

In addition, ongoing efforts include regular safety communication and reinforcement. A safety leader consistently communicates safety messages to team members through various channels, such as safety meetings, toolbox talks, posters, emails, and other relevant means. They reinforce safety expectations through consistent reminders, recognition of safe behaviors, and prompt corrective action for unsafe behaviors. Ongoing safety communication and reinforcement help to keep safety at the forefront of everyone's minds and promote a safety-conscious culture.

Safety leadership requires a proactive, collaborative, and ongoing approach to create a culture of safety. Proactive safety leaders take preventive measures, prioritize safety training, and anticipate risks. Collaborative safety leaders involve team members and external stakeholders, foster effective teamwork, and promote a non-punitive reporting culture. n

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Measuring and monitoring safety performance is also a crucial part of ongoing efforts in safety leadership. A safety leader establishes key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to track safety performance, such as incident rates, near-miss reports, safety training completion rates,

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Subcontractor Agreements:

Don't Get Burned - Here's What You Need to Know About Risk Transfer and Insurance

As a subcontractor in the construction industry, you know that working on a project involves risks. However, you can take steps to minimize your exposure to potential losses. One of the most critical steps is to carefully review any subcontractor agreement's risk transfer language and insurance requirements before signing it.

Risk Transfer Language

The risk transfer language in a subcontractor agreement outlines the allocation of risk between the subcontractor and the owner or general contractor. It is a legal mechanism used to shift the burden of risk from one party to another.

• Indemnification Clause: Requires the subcontractor to defend and hold the contractor harmless against any claims or losses arising from the subcontractor's work. For example, if the subcontractor's work results in property damage or bodily injury, the indemnification clause would require the subcontractor to cover the costs associated with the damage.

• Hold Harmless Agreement: Similar to indemnification, a hold harmless agreement requires the subcontractor to release the contractor from any claims or losses arising from the subcontractor's work. This clause is often used in conjunction with an indemnification clause.

• Limitation of Liability: Limits the amount of damages that one party can recover from the other party in the event of a breach of the contract. For example, the clause may state that the subcontractor's liability is limited to the amount of the subcontractor's fee for the work performed.

• Insurance Requirements: Subcontractor agreements often include insurance requirements that specify the types and amounts of insurance coverage the subcontractor must carry.

These are just a few examples of risk transfer language that may be included in a subcontractor agreement. The specific language used will depend on the nature of the project and the parties involved.

As a subcontractor, it's essential to review the agreement carefully. You should ensure that the wording accurately reflects the obligations and risks associated with the project. If you have concerns about the language, consult an attorney to address them with the owner or general contractor before signing on the dotted line.

Insurance Requirements

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Insurance Perspective continued from page 73 surance requirements that specify the types and amounts of insurance that the subcontractor must carry. Common insurance requirements include:

• General liability insurance with at least $1 million per occurrence

• Workers' compensation insurance

• Professional/Pollution liability insurance (if providing professional services)

• Automobile liability insurance

• Umbrella/Excess Liability Insurance

In addition to these types of coverages, other specific insurance requirements may be necessary depending on the nature of the project and the parties involved. The purpose of these requirements is to ensure that all parties involved in the project are adequately protected in case of a loss.

Make sure you have the required insurance coverage, meet the minimum limits specified in the contract, and that they are appropriate for your business and the risk associated with the project.

If you have concerns about the insurance requirements, you should address them with the owner or general contractor before signing the agreement.

Reviewing the risk transfer language and insur- ance requirements in a subcontractor agreement is critical to protecting your business. Remember: a subcontractor agreement is a legal document, and the language and insurance requirements can have significant legal implications. Additionally, the parties should ensure that the scope of work, payment terms, and project timeline are clearly defined in the agreement.

Remember: a subcontractor agreement is a legal document, and the language and insurance requirements can have significant legal implications.

Consulting with experienced professionals, such as a construction attorney or insurance broker, to ensure that you fully understand the risks and obligations associated with the project is a must. By taking these steps, you can minimize the potential for disputes and litigation and focus on delivering quality work to your clients. n