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How contractors can maximize their bonding capacity with a WIP schedule

April 30, 2026 UFG Insurance Surety Read Time: 2 min

How important is the work-in-process (WIP) schedule? Learn how contractors can maximize their bonding capacity by maintaining a strong WIP schedule.

What is an energy wheel?

April 28, 2026 UFG Insurance Business Read Time: 5 min

An energy wheel is a simple and effective tool to teach employees how to recognize potential high-energy hazards on a construction jobsite.

How does workplace injury prevention support holistic business sustainability strategies

November 26, 2025 UFG Insurance Business Read Time: 2 min

A workplace that recognizes holistic risk management and values safety is one that’s taking steps in the right direction for business sustainability.

3 things to know about contractor prequalification for surety

November 19, 2025 UFG Insurance Surety Read Time: 1 min

Interested in landing more jobs? We’ve outlined three things to know about contractor prequalification for surety bonds and the advantage it provides.

Credit-based surety bond programs explained

August 28, 2025 UFG Insurance Surety Read Time: 2 min

How can a small or newly formed contractor obtain a surety bond? Credit-based surety bond underwriting programs could be the answer.

Top 3 tips a business owner can use to prepare for winter weather

August 28, 2025 UFG Insurance Business Read Time: 3 min

Get steps ahead of Jack Frost this season. Take measures to prepare your business for winter weather with help from these top three tips.

Five tips to stay safe when working construction this summer

June 20, 2025 UFG Insurance Business Read Time: 5 min

Sunny summer days are just around the corner, meaning it’s time to get ready for outdoor projects. Remember these five tips to stay safe while working outdoors during these warm months.

How to create safer construction crews in 4 simple steps

April 29, 2025 UFG Insurance Business Read Time: 4 min

Empower construction workers to be safe no matter what their craft. Construction Safety Week is a great time to start with these four simple steps.

How timely financial statements can help contractors maintain surety bond capacity

April 3, 2025 UFG Insurance Surety Read Time: 3 min

Insurance agents can help contractor clients provide timely year-end financial statements to keep the pipeline of surety capacity flowing. Find out how.