Oregon OSHA Features Fortis Safety Director
Oregon OSHA recently released their June–July issue of their Health and Safety Resource. In their “Going the Distance” article they focus on Demetra Star, safety director for chapter member Fortis
Category: In the News
AGC’s 2015 Legislative Session Report
On Monday, July 6, the 2015 Oregon Legislature finished its business. Most observers agree this was unlike any session in recent memory. Before the session really got underway, Governor John
Chapter Members Recognized for Concrete Work
The 35th annual Excellence in Concrete Awards celebration was held at the Salem Convention Center in April. More than 60 entries were submitted; 17 were judged best in class in
Prevent Heat Illness for Workers in Rising Temperatures
Learn the signs of heat exhaustion; take precaution Landscaping, construction, and agriculture are all labor-intensive activities that can raise the body temperature of workers in hot weather. This could lead
AGC Members Win Big at DJC DMWESB TopProjects
2013 DMWESB TopProject Winners Second Place Private Buildings: Pacificmark Construction First Place Public Buildings: Catworks Construction Second Place Public Buildings: Parrish Excavating Third Place Public Buildings: Classique Floors Third Place
Open House for Oregon Convention Center Hotel Project
Metro announced that it will hold an open house for the general public to learn more about the proposed convention center hotel project on August 1. Project team members will
Oregon OSHA’s proposed crane operator training rule suspended
Following a federal OSHA proposal to delay qualification and certification requirements for crane operators, Oregon OSHA postponed work on its proposed crane operator safety-training rule. In December 2012, Oregon OSHA
2013 AGC Legislative Session Report
The 2013 Oregon Legislative Session adjourned July 8, 2013. AGC’s Legislative Report highlighting the most significant bills and investments AGC’s team worked to get approved, passed, or defeated can be
AGCA Award Program Deadlines Announced
AGC of America has announced the launch of the 2014 AGC/Alliant Build America competition. Also now open is the AGC in the Community competition. All member companies in good standing
$5.9 Million Retro Return Announced
AGC/SAIF Workers’ Compensation Program Participants to Receive $5.9 Million Retro Return – Another Successful Year! The Associated General Contractors Oregon-Columbia Chapter (AGC) and SAIF Corporation announced today a $5,885,733 million retrospective