Re-Energized Specialty Contractors Council Hosts Top Local GCs
After a long hiatus, the AGC Specialty Contractors Council hosted the first in a ten-part series of Success EDU Sessions on Wednesday, September 27 at the AGC Center in Wilsonville.
Author: Karla Holland
Federal Tax Reform Webinar: Monday, November 20
Tax reform legislation is moving quickly in both the US House and Senate, with the House of Representatives preparing to pass it’s legislation today. The situation remains fluid. AGC wants
Stressed-Out People are More Likely to Suffer Workplace Injuries
Short, calming videos help workers combat stress While stress can always be an issue, it can feel especially difficult to manage this time of year. From end-of-year deadlines, to holiday
The City of Portland’s Structural Engineering Advisory Committee Needs You!
The Bureau of Development Services, City of Portland is seeking volunteers to serve on its Structural Engineering Advisory Committee.  The Structural Engineering Advisory Committee consists of six members licensed in
SAIF Hopes for Fewer Falls and More Fa-La-Las This Season
New “Spot the Hazards” videos make holiday safety as fun and warm as an ugly sweater. ‘Tis the season for holiday hazards–from chestnuts roasting on an open fire to walking
Time for a Relaxation Break
During the holidays or anytime, stress can take a toll on our work and health. SAIF’s one-minute relaxation videos—featuring ahhh-inspiring scenes from around Oregon—are the perfect reminder to slow down
DJC OP-Ed: The departure of practicals from the Legislature … and elsewhere
By: Mike Salsgiver Executive Director, AGC Oregon-Columbia Chapter This article was published by the DJC on December 19 in Buildings Bridges and Roads and can be viewed here (subscription required).
DC Circuit Court Upholds New Silica Rule
On Dec. 22, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit upheld OSHA’s controversial occupational exposure to crystalline silica rule, rejecting all industry challenges to the rule.
Construction Adds 210,000 Jobs In 2017; Wages Up 3 Percent
Construction employment increased by 30,000 jobs in December to the highest level since September 2008, according to an analysis of new government data by the Associated General Contractors of America.
DJC OP-ED: Safety is critical, and SAIF Corporation matters
By: Mike Salsgiver Executive Director, AGC Oregon-Columbia Chapter This article was published by the DJC on November 14 and can be viewed here. For the construction industry, safety is a