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Home » Keywords: » Bureau of Labor Statistics

Items Tagged with 'Bureau of Labor Statistics'

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May brought modest job gains to construction, but trade policies and rising costs are casting a long shadow
Economic Indicators

Contractors See Modest Job Growth Despite Economic Strain

May brought modest job gains to construction, but trade policies and rising costs are casting a long shadow
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
June 10, 2025
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U.S. construction added 4,000 jobs in May, marking 13 straight months of gains despite hiring slowdown, tariff hikes and inflation-driven uncertainty across the industry.


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Roofing contractors are shifting focus to data centers and public projects as private-sector demand slows.
Economic Outlook

ABC: Nonresidential Construction Slips in April, Jobs Decrease by 3,000

Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics brings no smiles to the Roofing Industry
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
June 4, 2025
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Nonresidential construction dipped in April as private demand weakened. Roofing contractors face pressure from tariffs, labor shortages and rising costs, but see promise in data centers and public projects.



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Construction Safety Week and OSHA will partner to promote safety in the industry from May 5 to 9
Roofing Safety

Largest Industry-Wide Safety Stand-Down Set for May 7

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Roofing Contractor Staff
March 19, 2025
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Join thousands of roofing and construction professionals during Construction Safety Week May 5-9 to promote the prevention of workplace injuries and deaths.


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IRE 2025

The Latino Roofing Movement Evolves, Transforming IRE 2025

IRE recognizes the importance of Latinos in roofing, aiming to serve the community better with translation services and sessions conducted in Spanish
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
February 17, 2025
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Spanish-language programming, more bilingual signage and increased recognition overall that Latino contractors are a critical part of the roofing industry.


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Roofing Safety

Roofing Remains a Top 3 Deadliest Occupation in the U.S.

Falls, slips and trips caused the majority of fatalities in roofing
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
December 23, 2024
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The number of workplace fatalities in roofing increased in 2023, with the majority of incidents caused by a fall, slip or trip, according to the latest data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.


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Safety

Roofing Distribution Injuries and Illness Incidents Up 7.2%

Latest BLS data shows increase from previous year, resulting in more employees needing time off from work
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
November 18, 2024
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The latest data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows a rise in injuries and illnesses in distribution despite a national drop in incidents.


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Economic Indicators

ARMA Releases Mostly Upbeat Fourth Quarter Product Shipment Report

Shipments square with other economic data from U.S. Chamber of Commerce, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, show 2023 enjoyed solid growth
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
January 23, 2024
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Asphalt roofing market thrives in Q4 2023: Shingles up 25.5%, modified bitumen up 10.4%. BUR base, ply, and mineral cap sheets decline and the Canadian market faces challenges.


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Wisconsin-Contractor faces $180k in fines from OSHA for fall hazard violations
Roofing Safety

Illinois Roofing Contractor Hit with $278K for Fall Hazard Violations

Contractor reportedly has nearly $900,000 in unpaid penalties
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
January 5, 2024
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OSHA claims federal inspectors were "met with hostility" when they approached the worksite of a roofing contractor to confront them about fall hazards.


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Safety

Roofing Has Second Highest Workplace Fatality Rate in the U.S.

Bureau of Labor Statistics data shows workplace deaths rose by 7.8% in 2022
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
December 21, 2023
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The latest data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows roofing contractors as having one of the highest workplace fatality rates in the country, with a majority of the incidents due to falls.


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Economic Indicators

November Jobs Report Shows Economy Still Humming; Unemployment at 3.7%

Country added 199,000 jobs in November; inflation continues to abate
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
December 11, 2023
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The U.S. economy added 199,900 jobs in November, defying downturn predictions; unemployment is at 3.7% as wage growth accelerates. 


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