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Who's On First? Learn Surety Bonding

The world of surety bonding may seem mysterious and complex. Let's face it, it's not like insurance. It's actually more similar to banking. No wonder the subject is not well understood by the very people who need to know. In this article we will cover some of the basics such as who the parties are and what they do so the subject does not seem so foreign. Who is the "insured"? The insured is the party buying insurance. Therefore, in bonding there is no insured, instead there is a "principal." This is the party whose actions the bond concerns. If your construction company needs a bond, it is the principal, the bond applicant. The intermediary who assists you with your bonding need may be a bond producer, a bonding agent, or an insurance agent. In every case, the person is licensed by the state to process surety bond transactions. 7UWQXr4H vw94pmLr UsmQoX6j 0RhJEtJC 8t3Mbdxk hSHy6szH W2dEGeFq wkh5WNp9 MxGAFoqU RNGqBDlC WgDxchFF Oe88sk6e Sld...

The Dirtiest Jobs

Sewage Workers Those working in UK sewers have some rather unpleasant smells (and sights) to deal with on a daily basis. Sewers often get blocked with human waste and cooking fat, amongst other things, which then has to be manually flushed through in order to clear. In 2010, 'flushers' were sent to London's Leicester Square, where they dug out more than 1,000 tonnes of fat. Sewage workers need to be equipped with full protective gear as well as breathing devices. It's estimated that sewage workers in London alone clear more than 50,000 blockages every year. Portable Toilet Cleaners Many of us despise using portable toilets at festivals and other events, let alone having to clean them. But imagine just how disgusting the portable toilets would be if they weren't cleaned! Vacuum tankers are normally used to empty the contents of the toilets, but once they are emptied they then have to be cleaned out with a mop and bucket, including any spillages or accidents. Cleanin...