5 Ways to Make Your Fall Safer
Ergonomic issues are one of the leading causes of injury in Oregon—but they can be prevented. Falling leaves, crisper air, pumpkin spiced everything. It must be fall—a time for staying
Category: In the News
Suicide Prevention in Construction: Why You SHOULD Be Talking About It
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the construction industry often lands among the top 10 industries at risk for suicide. Multiple demographic factors contribute to this including gender, age,
Oregon Employers to Receive $160 Million from SAIF
SAIF declares two dividends, one based on premium and one tied to safety performance. SAIF customers will receive $160 million in dividends this year. The SAIF Board of Directors declared
DJC OP-ED: Suicide in Construction an Unspoken Crisis
By: Mike Salsgiver Executive Director, AGC Oregon-Columbia Chapter This article was published by the DJC on August 20 in Buildings Bridges and Roads, and can be viewed here (subscription required).
Spotlight Your Achievements: AGCA Awards
The 2020 awards programs are now open for submissions. The AGCA awards programs recognize the nation’s most pioneering projects as well as talented and community-minded contractors, innovative and successful AGC
Chapter Members Honored at MED Week
Information provided by the Business Tribune. Read the full article here. Local minority-owned businesses honored by the Business Diversity Institute during Minority Enterprise Development Week Every September, the business community
OROSHA’s First Spanish-Language Conference Addressing Workers and Their Needs
Spanish-Language Safety, Health, and Your Rights at Work Topics Include: Asserting your rights to a safe workplace Protecting your health at work and at home Identifying and addressing common workplace
AGC Partner: k.p.d. insurance & RISK SOLUTIONS
AGC would not be able to have the successful events and meetings without our generous partners! As a benefit of our yearly Partner Program, we spotlight some of our member
Join National Move Over Day with ODOT on 10/19
Move Over. It’s the Law. Protects responders and you! Something is killing first responders at staggering rates, and the answer is us. To raise awareness about the Move Over law
October is Careers in Construction Month
October is designated Careers in Construction Month, which is a month-long celebration of the well-paying careers offered within the construction sector. It’s a great opportunity for AGC’s online construction career