Wildfire Smoke Exposure & Construction Workers
The entire region is dealing with severe air quality issues from the wildfire smoke, and hazardous conditions have been occurring for several days and will continue for several more. Outdoor
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Take the AGC Safety & Health Council Survey!
As we work on plans for the final council meeting of 2020 and the 2021 schedule, we want to hear from YOU! The Nov 19 meeting is all about workers’
Santiam Rebuild Coalition Supports Community After Devastating Fires
As Oregonians know, recent wildfires devastated the Santiam Canyon from the Santiam Junction through Mill City. Homes, businesses, and lives were lost in the catastrophic fires. But hope has arisen
We Need You!: AGCA Coronavirus Survey
Complete AGC of America’s Latest Coronavirus Survey by October 16 to Help Us Advocate for You National Association will Use Results to Push for Additional Relief Measures AGC of America
Need Assistance With Your CSEA Application?
AGC of America’s seasoned Construction Safety Excellence Award (CSEA) volunteers are knowledgeable about the CSEA process, from completing and submitting the application to the final judging component and the awards
Civil Disturbance Mitigation Planning Checklist for Construction
Contractors and owners operating across the US should anticipate an elevated risk of social unrest, civil disturbance, and political violence before, during, and after the presidential election. The following was
Watch For Freight and Speed Restrictions on Fire Impacted Highways
The traveling public and commercial freight haulers are reminded that restrictions apply to some Oregon highway sections where wildfire recovery efforts are continuing. Impacted highways with active work zones are
National Safety Stand-Down To Prevent Falls in Construction May 4-8, 2020
Fatalities caused by falls from elevation continue to be a leading cause of death for construction employees, accounting for 320 of the 1,008 construction fatalities recorded in 2018 (BLS data).
Construction Safety Week Announces Built on Safety Contest
Cash prizes awarded for entries that bring this year’s theme to life Construction Safety Week, an annual industrywide education and awareness event originally formed in 2014, is asking workers, families
AGCA Coronavirus (COVID-19) Resources and Guidance
With coverage of the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak continuing to dominate the news, AGC of America has assembled general guidance and resources online to help members take a proactive approach and