Safety
Risk
How Contractors Can Plan Against Exposure to COVID-19
The risk of exposure to COVID-19 is higher for workers on the job. If COVID-19 awareness training and plans to minimize exposure to risks aren’t yet in place, contractors should start now.
By Phil Casto
May 13, 2020
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by Phil Casto
Phil Casto is Senior Vice President for Risk Services at HUB International. Casto has extensive experience in the construction, manufacturing and petrochemical industries. He serves as a resource for the insurance brokerage operations, providing solutions in the areas of risk mitigation, safety, regulatory compliance, and workers compensation.
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