You Control the Safety in Work Zones
Work zone safety depends on drivers slowing down, staying alert, and avoiding distractions to protect workers, law enforcement, and everyone on the road. Worker safety is in your hands
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How to Prep Your Workplace and Workers for an Emergency
Emergency preparedness at work includes family plans, emergency contacts, supplies, and alerts to keep workers safe during disasters. If you work a 40-hour week, you’re spending nearly a quarter
AGC PRIDE: Exceptional Statistics and Excellence in Safety
AGC PRIDE companies represent top safety performers with lower injury rates than industry averages and lead in innovation, continuous improvement, and workplace safety practices. By Holt Andron, CSP, CHST, CRIS,
How Workplaces Can Prepare for Oregon’s Wildfire Season
Wildfire smoke travels far & harms health. Businesses should train employees, monitor air quality, provide respirators, limit outdoor work during smoke events, & have emergency plans ready before fire season.
Protection From Wildfire Smoke
Information provided by Rob Roloson, AGC Safety Management Consultant Wildfire season typically peaks between July and September in Oregon. With several fires already burning across the state, it is important
The 4 Ds: A Tool for Building Safety Through Conversation
By Mark Spring, CSP, AGC Safety Management Consultant As safety professionals, supervisors, and company leaders, one of the most effective things we can do on the job site is connect
Understanding the Science Behind Sunburns and Sunscreen
Information provided by SAIF Without proper protection, the sun can cause serious damage to the health of Oregonians. Oregon has a high rate of melanoma—ranking 16th in the country as
Best Practices for Managing Injury Statistics
By Holt Andron, CSP, CHST, CRIS, AGC Safety Management Consultant It is common knowledge in the construction industry that low injury rates make you more competitive when bidding jobs. Contractor
Working in the Heat
Information Provided by Rob Roloson, AGC Safety Management Consultant As we head into late spring/early summer, it’s a good time to review some safety tips for working in the heat.
Work Zone Safety: Protecting Those Who Keep Oregon Moving
Work zone safety is in your hands. Every day, workers around Oregon put their lives on the line to keep our roads safe, clear, and flowing smoothly. From construction crews