AGC Urges You to Vote Yes on 104
One of the most important votes you can make is in support of Measure 104. What is the problem that must be solved? Oregon’s State Legislature has successfully worked around
Category: Industry Issues
DJC Op-Ed: Measure 104 would realign Oregon government with constitution
By: Mike Salsgiver Executive Director, AGC Oregon-Columbia Chapter This article was published by the DJC on October 16 in Buildings Bridges and Roads and can be viewed here (subscription required).
AGC Launches Work Now!, a Construction-Focused Job Board
Finding talent across all industry sectors has never been more challenging. This August, Oregon’s unemployment rate hit its lowest level in more than 40 years. The good news is that
Workers’ compensation costs to drop for sixth-straight year
Oregon’s Department of Consumer and Business Services released the following announcement on September 10, 2018: Oregon employers next year, on average, will pay $1.12 per $100 of payroll for workers’
Study: Visits by Insurance Loss Prevention Reps Linked to Fewer Jobsite Injuries
Insurance loss prevention representatives often help contractors identify ways to improve workplace safety. A Center for Construction Research and Training (CPWR)-supported research team at the University of Minnesota recently analyzed
North Coast Members Talk Politics
The AGC North and Central Coast Area Council hosted its second annual legislative dinner on Friday, October 13 in Astoria. Members and local officials gathered to network and discuss the
Late Summer Heat Melts Worker Injury Record
SAIF received more heat-related injury claims last month than the last three Augusts combined. With next week forecast to potentially break heat records, we want to make sure Oregonians stop
AGCA Launches Diversity & Inclusion Awards
AGC of America is proud to announce the launch of the AGC Diversity & Inclusion Awards program. AGC will present a total of six awards in three award categories: the
DJC Op-Ed: SAIF and workers’ comp: If it ain’t broke, don’t touch it
Oregon and its leaders have a history of being able to look forward, of being visionary. The list illustrating Oregon’s leadership on tough public issues is long: ensuring open access
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