AGCA ConstructorCast Episode Explores OSHA Silica Rule
Go in depth on the new OSHA silica rule’s history, its contents, AGC of America’s efforts, and what it all means for businesses on the latest episode of the ConstructorCast.
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AGCA Scholarship Applications Now Accepted
AGC of America Education and Research Foundation Scholarship Application Now Open Application deadline is Nov. 1, 2016 Each year the AGC of America Education and Research Foundation offers undergraduate and
Area Construction Jobs Up 3% in 2014; Labor Worries Growing
Construction employment expanded in 224 metro areas, declined in 64 and was stagnant in 51 between November 2013 and November 2014, according to a new analysis of federal employment data
CBO Reports on Infrastructure Spending
This week, the Congressional Budget Office issued a report detailing public spending on transportation and water infrastructure from 1956 to 2014. The report showed that public spending on transportation and
Construction Spending in January Rises From 2014
Construction spending rose modestly in January from year-earlier levels despite retreating from a six-year high in December, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America. Association officials
OIT Student Chapter Takes Third in National Contest
2014 AGC of America Outstanding Student Chapter Contest Congratulations to the OIT Student Chapter, Third Place In the 2014 AGC of America Outstanding Student Chapter Contest! AGC of America received
2014 AGCA Building Contractors Conference is Almost Here
From AGC of America: Austin, TX | September 10–12, 2014 The 2014 AGC Building Contractors Conference brings together high-level leaders in the building construction industry to share, learn and discuss
Proposed Rule: Improved Tracking of Workplace Injuries and Illness
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced an extension of the comment period on the Improved Tracking of Workplace Injuries and Illnesses proposed rule to Oct. 14, 2014. The
Construction employment rises; labor shortages reported
From AGC of America: Construction industry employment reached a five-year high in August as the sector added 20,000 jobs and its unemployment rate fell to 7.7 percent, the lowest rate
AGCA Workforce Survey
AGC Of America to begin surveying members on workforce issues later this week Responses Will Help Push for Measures Outlined in the Workforce Development Plan AGC of America will be