February 2024 Blog Archive

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

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

Adapting to Change Fri, Feb 09, 2024 Mitch Levin & Lee Rust, CEOs, Corporate Finance Solutions When I was a kid (a long time ago), the Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company, also known as A&P, was by far the largest grocery chain in the United States. I also recall when Xero... 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

CTA Reporting Obligations – Are You Prepared? Fri, Feb 09, 2024 Trent Cotney, Partner, Adams and Reese LLP As you are likely aware, the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) was passed in 2021 and its requirements took effect on January 1, 2024. The goal of the CTA is to enforce transparency in business ownership and... Read More

Cotney Match, Member Donations Move Foundation Closer to Scholarship Goal Fri, Feb 09, 2024 Each December for the past several years, Trent Cotney has provided matching funds for donations made to the FRSA Educational and Research Foundation on “Giving Tuesday.” The campaign, which includes three other roofing-related foundation... Read More