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I was sitting here this morning trying to decide what to write about next when a bolt of lightning struck right outside the office. We all know (or should know) we should not use scaffolding during a lightning storm, but what other weather conditions could be considered too dangerous for scaffolding use? In this blog article, we will talk about using scaffolding in different situations. Sun/Heat In many places, Summertime is the ideal season for working outdoors. Many do not realize there are …

Scaffolding is one of the most critical parts of a construction job, and it is estimated that about 2.3 million people use scaffolding daily on the job site. It can also be one of our most dangerous tools if not used properly. One of the ways we can keep our employees safe is by using scaffolding tags. What are scaffolding tags, and how do they keep our workers safe?  When used consistently and correctly, scaffolding tags could reduce the nearly 5000 injuries that occur yearly. Tags are u …

SAFEWAY-STYLE WALK THRU SCAFFOLDING FRAMESWalk-thru frames are great in situations where you need access to more than 10' of wall at a time. Workers can walk through the scaffolding frames and have easy access to the entire length of a wall. These frames work great standing alone or with side brackets. Our Safeway-Style frames are a tried and true scaffolding design and are compatible with all other Safeway Style Frames. These frames will take a 5', 7', 8', or 10' X 4' cross brace.SWS-620B5'X6'4 …

Texas Mechanic's LienTexas is one of the most debtor-friendly states in the country and, not surprisingly, it also has some of the most complicated mechanic's lien laws. The complicated nature of these laws often serves as a trap for an unwary subcontractor with a legitimate claim for payment.Lien requirements are different for each different tier of contractor so it is extremely important to know which tier you fall in. If your contract is directly with the owner, you are a first-tier contrac …

Hail Damage Insurance Claims (and Other Roof Damage Claims) - a Texas Construction Law Update Roof with Hail Damage Marked by Insurance AdjusterCase Summary On August 3, 2017, the 2nd District Court of Appeals in Fort Worth granted class certification against Lon Smith Roofing (LSRC), a prominent North Texas Roofer, for violation of the Texas Public Insurance Adjusting Act. Given the direction the courts in North Texas have gone in the past few years, the ruling is not a surprise. It is a …