Thank You 2018 AGC Partners
A special thank you to all of our 2018 partners. Your support enables the Oregon-Columbia Chapter to provide stellar chapter events and networking opportunities. Check back for blogs on individual
Category: In the News
National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction
National Stand-Down is May 7–11, 2018 Fatalities caused by falls from elevation continue to be a leading cause of death for construction employees, accounting for 370 of the 991 construction
Take a Break for Safety
Safety Break for Oregon – May 9, 2018 Information provided by Oregon OSHA Celebrate Safety and Health at Your Workplace Join worksites across Oregon and honor safety leaders, hold a
Hwy Work Zone Safety Survey…Fill it Out!
Each year AGC of America conducts a survey of members involved in highway construction work to evaluate the state of highway work zone safety. AGCA collects information on the number,
The Hierarchy of Controls
A hazardous substance splashes onto a chemical plant operator taking a sample. The worker is not seriously injured, and the ensuing investigation focuses on training, personal protective equipment and the
DJC Op-Ed: Stepping up to address workforce challenges: part I
By: Mike Salsgiver Executive Director, AGC Oregon-Columbia Chapter This article was published by the DJC on April 17 in Buildings Bridges and Roads and can be viewed here (subscription required). In a
When Ignoring Work Calls Could Save Your Life
SAIF reports more than 10,000 motor vehicle claims over the last 10 years. During distracted driving month in April, you’ll see lots of information about how to reduce motor vehicle
Construction added 228,000 jobs over past year; highest ever for March
Construction employment increased by 228,000 jobs over the past year despite a weather-related dip last month, and the industry’s unemployment rate fell to 7.4 percent, the lowest yet for March,
February 2017 Construction Jobs Continue to Show Strong Growth
Construction employment increased in 257 out of 358 metro areas between February 2017 and February 2018, declined in 50 and stagnated in 51, according to a new analysis of federal
Caught-In, Caught-Between Construction Deaths Rising
Caught-in and caught-between accidents are part of OSHA’s Focus Four initiative. The other three types of accidents are falls, struck-by incidents, and electrocutions. The Center for Construction Research and Training (CPWR) in