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Workforce
Preventable Absences Are Possible in Construction
Employers can minimize absences by focusing on five specific medical conditions.
By Mark S. Williams
November 11, 2021
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by Mark S. Williams
Dr. Mark S. Williams is a chiropractic physician and medical director with The Hartford. He received his Doctor of Chiropractic from Logan College of Chiropractic, his MBA from the University of Southern Maine, and a bachelor’s degree in Human Biology from Logan College of Chiropractic. He is board certified in occupational health and applied ergonomics. The Hartford offers middle and large commercial contractors injury prevention services (IPS), which includes onsite and virtual services.
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