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Chase Subcontractor Insurance Certificates Before They Lapse On-Site
A sub working with lapsed insurance makes their claim your claim. Track every sub's certificate expiry and chase renewals before they set foot on site uncovered.
difficulty Beginnersetup 25 minresult No sub works a day uncovered — certificates renew on time or the sub gets flagged before mobilizing.—
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Register Every Sub
Log each sub's GL and workers' comp expiry dates.
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Scan Weekly
Add a
Schedule Triggerfinding certificates expiring within 30 days. - 3
Chase the Renewal
Add a
Gmailnode requesting the updated certificate directly. - 4
Flag Before Mobilization
Alert the PM if a sub scheduled on-site has lapsed coverage.
- 5
Activate and Test
Activate the workflow with a test expiry. Confirm the chase and site flag work.
Frequently asked questions
What's the real risk?
An uninsured sub's injury lands on your policy and premiums — this is among the cheapest risk controls in construction.
Additional insured status?
Track that your entity is named additional insured too — a cert without it is half protection.
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