Recent Case Urges Caution with DBE Requirements
Sun, Mar 10, 2024
Trent Cotney, Partner, Adams and Reese LLP
If you are familiar with the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) sponsored by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), you know it is intended to level the playing field for small businesses owned b... Read More
Roofing Day in Tallahassee
Sun, Mar 10, 2024
Lisa Pate, FRSA Executive Director
In mid-January, FRSA held the second annual Roofing Day in Tallahassee, where a small group of members visited the Capitol to speak with legislators. The event mirrored NRCA’s successful Roofing Day in D.C. S... Read More
FRSA Affiliate News - March 2024
Sun, Mar 10, 2024
Roofing Community Unites at Tampa Bay Sporting Clays
In the heart of Tampa Bay, the West Coast Roofing Contractors Association’s (WCRCA) 7th Annual Sporting Clays Event unfolded as a resounding success last month. The picturesque Tampa Bay Spo... Read More
New 2023 FBC Eighth Edition is Now in Effect
Tue, Feb 13, 2024
The new Florida Building Code Eighth Edition (2023) went into effect December 31, 2023. There are numerous changes that have a significant impact on the roofing industry. FRSA has been deeply involved in its development during the three-year modifica... Read More
OSHA Visits Your Jobsite – Now What?
Sat, Feb 10, 2024
Kevin Lindley, Safety Consultant, FRSA Self Insurer’s Fund
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has just arrived at one of your jobsites. Visits from OSHA are rarely a “congratulations for doing a great job.” In... Read More
Workplace and Jobsite Housekeeping
Fri, Feb 09, 2024
FRSA Self Insurers Fund
We all know that a sure way to keep your workplace safe and organized is through a good housekeeping policy. Housekeeping refers to routine cleaning and organizing of the workplace. As housekeeping is an ongoing safety practi... Read More
New Building Code for 2024
Fri, Feb 09, 2024
Riku Ylipelkonen, Owner, Standard Building Advisors and FRSA Technical Advisor
The new year is bringing more changes as a result of the Florida Building Code Eighth Edition going into effect. It also brings new challenges and opportunities for every... Read More
Industry Updates - February 2024
Fri, Feb 09, 2024
Nationwide Protective Coatings Celebrates 60 Years
Nationwide Protective Coatings, a leader in the protective coatings industry, proudly commemorates its 60th Anniversary manufacturing in the USA, marking six decades of innovation, dedication and un... Read More
Elevating Roofing Excellence by Investing in Field Leadership
Fri, Feb 09, 2024
John Kenney, CPRC, CEO, Cotney Consulting
The landscape of the roofing industry is dynamic and challenging and as a contractor, you cannot overlook the significance of incorporating robust field leadership on your team. As the industry grapples with... Read More
2024 Legislative Priorities Emerge
Fri, Feb 09, 2024
Chris Dawson, Attorney, GrayRobinson
As the Legislature gavels in for the 2024 Session, top priorities are emerging for Florida Governor Ron DeSantis (R), Senate President Kathleen Passidomo (R – Naples) and Speaker of the House Paul Renner ... Read More