National Safety Month: Too Impaired to Work
In every industry, employees need to be healthy and focused to stay safe at work. Impairment is a major roadblock to workplace safety and the effects are more common than
Category: In the News
Opportunities for Business Development With ODOT Scholarships
If you are a certified DBE or ESB business owner, read on! Are you interested in taking classes related to Accessing Capital or learning other small business practices to develop
Oregon OSHA Offers Employers New Online Fall Protection Training
Oregon OSHA has launched a free online course to help employers and workers across the state meet the agency’s requirements to eliminate fall hazards, prevent falls, and ensure that workers
AGC/SAIF Members Receive $4.4 Million Retro Return
Strong safety efforts lead to return of paid premium. The Associated General Contractors Oregon-Columbia Chapter (AGC) and SAIF announced today a payout of more than $7.6 million for the 641
Trouble Finding Workers? AGCA Hiring Survey
We continue to hear from many of you that the labor market remains tight. While it is clear that worker shortages are in some cases a significant problem for many
2019 Oregon Legislative Report
When Oregon’s 2019 Legislative Session convened in January, AGC’s Legislative Leadership Team, including 2019 Chapter President Sandy Trainor and Legislative Forum Co-Chairs Dee Burch and Tom Gerding, recognized the chapter
Safety Break for Oregon May 8
The 16th annual event promotes workplace safety, health It’s a day to recognize successes in creating safe and healthy workplaces. It’s a day to refresh training and knowledge about protecting
May is Transportation Safety Awareness Month
May is “Transportation Safety Awareness” month in Oregon, and whether you are walking, bicycling, riding a motorcycle, or driving, you’ll most likely see some reminder to be safe. It might
Take Advantage of Our Member Safety Services
Safety is a core value for AGC and it should be a top priority for every AGC member. The Oregon-Columbia Chapter has numerous safety resources and benefits available to all
DJC Op-Ed: 2019 Oregon Legislation: Marijuana and Workplace Safety
By: Mike Salsgiver Executive Director, AGC Oregon-Columbia Chapter This article was published by the DJC on February 19 in Buildings Bridges and Roads, and can be viewed here (subscription required).