Indoor Mask Mandate Will End March 12
[Updated Feb 28] Gov. Kate Brown announced that the state’s indoor mask mandate for employers and public spaces will end March. 12. Just last week, the state had announced that
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Washington State Changes to COVID Requirements
[February 17] COVID-19 trends give leaders confidence to look towards next phase of pandemic response With dropping hospitalization rates, improving vaccination rates, and broad access to masks and tests, Gov. Jay
Access New Training Courses From the Comfort of Your Own Office
Build your skills with AGCA’s live virtual courses New knowledge leads to new opportunities for your construction business. Fortunately, it’s never been easier to build your skill set and access
Indoor Mask Mandate Coming to an End
On February 7, the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) announced it will end the indoor mask mandate in public places by March 31, 2022. OHA also stated they would consider lifting
It’s Time to Post and Submit Your 300A Data
Don’t Forget: It’s time to post your OSHA 300A Summary and submit your 300A data to federal OSHA By Feb 1: Post Your OSHA 300A Summary Post a copy of
Oregon OSHA Proposes Rules to Protect Workers Against Extreme Heat and Wildfire Smoke
February 2, 2022 Oregon OSHA is proposing rules that would strengthen protections for Oregon workers against health and safety hazards linked to the impacts of climate change: extreme heat and
Confused by the Silica “15-minute Rule”? This Might Help.
By Barb Epstien, MPH, CIH, AGC Oregon-Columbia Chapter Industrial Hygienist We’re sometimes asked about the so-called “15-minute rule” in the Oregon OSHA Silica Standard, so this seemed like a good
CDC Updates Isolation Guidance Again
Information provided by the Cascade Employers Association In its latest update, the CDC added additional information based on whether you test positive and have symptoms or not. If you test
Winter Driving Safety
Tips for Traveling Safely Information from National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Driving in Winter Weather Slow down. It’s harder to control or stop your vehicle on a slick or snow-covered
EQC Votes to Establish Climate Protection Program
New DEQ program will reduce greenhouse gas emissions in Oregon by 90% by 2050 The Oregon Environmental Quality Commission voted 3-1 to establish the Climate Protection Program which sets enforceable