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’
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
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
COVID-19 Resources
There have been a lot of conversations and concern about the Coronavirus (COVID-19) recently. AGC encourages members to talk to your teams about the importance of good hand hygiene and
Coronavirus in Construction Webinar: Key Issues and Best Practices for Projects and Personnel
Presented by Miller Nash Graham & Dunn LLP Broadcast Date: Monday, March 16, 2020, 10:00–10:45 am This complimentary webinar for owners, contractors, subcontractors, and designers will discuss rapidly evolving legal issues about
Oregon Columbia Chapter Members Win Big at CSEA
2020 Local CSEA Recipients Announced The purpose of AGC of America’s Construction Safety Excellence Award (CSEA) is to recognize construction companies with outstanding safety, health, and risk management programs. Successful
OSHA Clarifies Coronavirus Reporting Requirements for Employers
Employers must track and report instances of workers contracting COVID-19 on the job, not those stemming from exposure to the new coronavirus while off the clock, OSHA said. OSHA update—new
Action Needed: HR 6201 and Its Effect on Contractors
Today, the U.S. Senate is expected to vote on H.R. 6201—the recently House-passed coronavirus emergency bill. AGC opposes the employer-fronted paid leave mandates included in the House bill as they