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Home » Authors » Kayla McGowan

Articles by Kayla McGowan

Pile of Documents with Occupational Safety and Health Administration OSHA

What OSHA’s Top 10 Violations Mean for the Restoration Industry

How OSHA’s most cited violations reveal hidden risks, and where restorers need to strengthen safety systems
Barry Rice
Barry Rice
Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
January 30, 2026
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The restoration industry lacks an industry-specific labor code, but OSHA’s Top 10 violations offer clear insights into the safety gaps restorers face every day. Here’s what each violation means for your teams and how you can use this data to improve compliance, reduce injuries, and protect your business. 


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Ask the Expert Roundtable - Asbestos 101: What Restorers Need to Know About Testing, Work Practices, and Compliance
Ask the Expert

Asbestos 101: What Restorers Need to Know About Testing, Work Practices, and Compliance

Industry experts break down asbestos triggers, safe work decisions, and regulatory risks
Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
January 28, 2026
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In this episode of Ask The Expert, leading industry experts explain when asbestos training is required, what work can safely proceed, and how restorers should manage their risk once the results are received.
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Technical Tip Tuesday: Navigating the Gray Areas of Respiratory Protection After Fire Losses
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Navigating the Gray Areas of Respiratory Protection After Fire Losses

Why experience, documentation, and judgement matter when guidance falls short
Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
January 27, 2026
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Barry Rice, CSP, shares how restorers can make informed, defensible respiratory protection decisions in post-fire environments where conditions constantly change. 




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Ask the Expert: Building Trust and Awareness with Homeowners in Restoration
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Building Trust and Awareness with Homeowners in Restoration

Why communication, technology, and service define today’s restoration experience
Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
January 23, 2026
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On this episode of Ask the Expert, Holly Baldwin of DocuSketch discusses how restoration companies can build homeowner trust through service, transparency, technology, and stronger partnerships.
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Ask the Expert: Advancing Modern Restoration Through Education and Collaboration
Ask the Expert

Advancing Modern Restoration Through Education and Collaboration

Klark Brown and Mike Ellis discuss their new training program built for today’s restoration business
Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
January 21, 2026
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In this episode of Ask The Expert, Klark Brown of Restoration Advisers and Mike Ellis of Aramsco share their new training initiative that is focused on modern restoration, business growth, and collaboration. 
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Technical Tip Tuesday: Containment Basics to Prevent Cross Contamination on Restoration Job Sites
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Containment Basics to Prevent Cross-Contamination on Restoration Job Sites

A simple daily checklist helps protect your team, occupants, and your projects integrity
Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
January 20, 2026
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Safety Expert Barry Rice, CSP, explains why daily containment checks including tape, zippers, negative air pressure, and equipment are critical to preventing cross-contamination on restoration job sites. 




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Ask the Expert: How Restoration Contractors Can Overcome Cash Flow Challenges
Ask the Expert

How Restoration Contractors Can Overcome Cash Flow Challenges

Key strategies that help restoration contractors thrive despite insurance delays and payment obstacles
Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
January 16, 2026
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Ilana Ben-Ezra of National Claims Funding shares her expert advice on managing cash flow, navigating insurance delays and leveraging industry resources to help your restoration business thrive.
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Ask the Expert: What Restoration Professionals Need to Know About HVAC Systems and Indoor Air Quality
Ask the Expert

What Restoration Professionals Need to Know About HVAC Systems and Indoor Air Quality

Why HVAC systems are the hidden driving force of indoor air quality and how restoration professionals can deliver healthier and more complete outcomes
Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
January 14, 2026
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HVAC systems are often overlooked on restoration projects, yet they play a crucial role in indoor air quality and the health of the occupants. Becky Callegan explains why restoration and HVAC contractors need to partner up and work with each other. 
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Technical Tip Tuesday: The Most Overlooked PPE in Restoration Jobs
Technical Tip Tuesday Presented by DocuSketch

The Most Overlooked PPE in Restoration Jobs

Barry Rice of Signal Restoration shares why safety boots, gloves, and respirators still get missed
Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
January 13, 2026
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Safety starts with the basics, but critical PPE is still getting overlooked on restoration jobsites. Barry Rice, CSP, of Signal Restoration shares why and how simple and consistent safety habits can close that gap. 




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Ask the Expert: How Drones Can Transform the Restoration Claims Process
Ask the Expert

How Drones Can Transform the Restoration Claims Process

Boost your efficiency, safety, and claims accuracy with drone technology
Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
January 7, 2026
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Drones can change the way the restoration industry handles the claims process. By improving inspections, documentation, and disaster response. 
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