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How to Renew Your Michigan Builder License

Published on May 19, 2023 by Nate Bortz

As of 2020 all Michigan builder and maintenance and alteration license renewals must be completed online through Accela. The steps below take you through each step of creating an Accela Account, linking your Accela account to your license, and renewing your license. If you already have an Accela account connected to your license, skip to Step 3. The Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) suggests that renewals are completed on a desktop or laptop computer, rather than a phone or tablet. They also recommend you use Microsoft Edge, Chrome, or Internet Explorer.

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OSHA’s Vaccine & Mask Mandate: What You Need to Know

Published on November 12, 2021 by Nate Bortz

OSHA’s workplace vaccine & mask mandate is here – but now without its challengers. Read on to learn more about the potential future of this mandate, and how your business can prepare for potential compliance.

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How to Keep Your Employees Safe on the Job

Published on October 19, 2021 by Nate Bortz

Ensuring your employees follow all OSHA safety guidelines is vital for your business’s survival. Here’s how to keep everyone safe.

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The New OSHA Mandates: Explained

Published on September 16, 2021 by Nate Bortz

Here’s what OSHA’s upcoming Emergency Temporary Standard, including vaccine mandates, means for contractors going forward.

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BLTI Excited to Announce New OSHA Outreach Courses

Published on August 27, 2021 by Nate Bortz

Builders License Training Institute is happy to announce that it will now distribute OSHA Outreach online training course programs.

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What to Know About Working in a Post-Vaccine World

Published on June 7, 2021 by Nate Bortz

Can my employer ask if I’ve been vaccinated? Can my employer make me get vaccinated? Get the answers to some post-vaccine work questions here!

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New Data Shows Divide Between Industry Sector Recoveries

Published on May 14, 2021 by Nate Bortz

New construction industry forecast data is showing very different recovery paths for commercial & residential projects. Here’s what that means for you.

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MIOSHA Extends Emergency Rules – Local Contractors Respond

Published on April 28, 2021 by Nate Bortz

This month, MIOSHA extended their COVID-19 emergency rules. Here’s why they did it, and how local contractors are responding.

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Michigan Builders License Renewal Resources

Published on April 13, 2021 by Nate Bortz

Spring has finally arrived in Michigan, which means so has your busy season. We know now might not seem like the best time to complete your continuing education. But our online courses make it easy to finish the state requirement before the May 31st deadline around your busy schedule.  Michigan Continuing Education Requirements Michigan Builders […]

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Industry Leaders, Congress Address Lumber Cost Consequences

Published on March 19, 2021 by Nate Bortz

In response to skyrocketing lumber prices, lawmakers and industry leaders have reached out to various federal government departments in an effort to give home builders and home buyers some relief.

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