Contractor Focus - Acuity Insurance

06/16/2026

Summer heat can take a serious toll on construction crews—but with the right planning, heat-related illnesses are preventable.

Simple steps like providing easy access to water, scheduling heavier work during cooler parts of the day, creating cool break areas, and training employees to spot warning signs can help keep teams safer on the job.

Stay safe on construction sites with these six tips to prevent heat stress, dehydration, and other heat-related illnesses. Backed by OSHA guidelines and real-world strategies.

06/09/2026

For many contractors, the workday starts before the jobsite.

Whether employees are traveling between projects, hauling equipment, making deliveries, or meeting clients, time spent on the road comes with risk.

Read the full article to learn how motor vehicle accidents affect workers' compensation costs—and how proactive safety measures can help.

🔗 https://www.acuity.com/the-focus/business/when-motor-vehicle-accidents-drive-workers-compensation-costs-what-employers-need-to-know

06/03/2026

"What has made my experience the best is the people."

There may be no better compliment than that.

At Acuity, we believe insurance is about more than policies and claims. It's about being there when customers have questions, need guidance, or simply want to talk to someone who cares.

Thank you, Jim, for sharing your experience.

06/02/2026

Protecting what matters most starts with putting safety first every day and in every moment.

During National Safety Month, we’re reminded that safety is more than policies and procedures. It’s caring for people, looking out for one another, and creating safer communities together. ❤️

At Acuity, people are truly at the heart of everything we do.

05/30/2026

As temperatures rise, heat safety should be top of mind on every jobsite.

From staying hydrated to recognizing early signs of heat illness, small steps can help prevent serious injuries.

Learn six heat safety awareness tips for contractors.

Stay safe on construction sites with these six tips to prevent heat stress, dehydration, and other heat-related illnesses. Backed by OSHA guidelines and real-world strategies.

05/28/2026

The skilled trades industry is built on hard work, resilience, and dedication...but even the strongest of teams need support.

Creating a workplace where mental health is openly discussed and prioritized can help build safer job sites, stronger teams, and healthier lives. This Mental Health Awareness Month, we want to share a few ways employers can better support the well-being of their workforce.

Learn more: https://www.acuity.com/the-focus/contractor/3-ways-to-improve-mental-health-in-the-trades

05/22/2026

New employees are often at the highest risk for workplace incidents during their first few months on the job.

Unfamiliar equipment, fast-paced work, and pressure to “keep up” can create safety gaps early.

A strong onboarding process and regular check-ins can help build safer habits from day one.

Learn practical ways to help reduce workplace injuries as your team grows:
https://www.acuity.com/the-focus/contractor/why-new-employees-are-more-likely-to-be-injured-on-the-job-and-how-to-help-prevent-it

05/19/2026

An employee gets hurt on the job.
Now what?

It’s a situation no contractor wants to face — and in the moment, it can be hard to know where to start.

The steps you take right away can help support your employee, protect your business, and make the recovery process smoother for everyone involved.

Our latest article walks through what contractors should do after a workplace injury and why preparation matters before an incident happens.

Read more:
https://www.acuity.com/the-focus/contractor/my-employee-just-got-injured-on-the-job---now-what

05/13/2026

Tool theft can throw an entire job off schedule in an instant.

When equipment goes missing, contractors need more than coverage — they need a partner who helps them recover quickly and keep work moving.

We’re grateful Peter trusted Acuity to help get his business back up and running after theft on the jobsite.

Our contractors insurance provides comprehensive coverage based on your business needs. Explore Acuity construction insurance options and coverage details.

05/12/2026

Programs like Tremco Rising Stars are helping introduce high school students to the many opportunities available in construction, from architecture and project management to skilled trades.
Hands-on experiences, job site visits, and industry partnerships can make a real difference in helping the next generation see a future in construction.

Tremco's Rising Stars is aiming to get high schoolers interested in a career in construction