Is Your Company Prepared for the Summer Heat?
Many people are exposed to heat on the job, outdoors, or in hot indoor environments. Operations involving high air temperatures, radiant heat sources, high humidity, direct physical contact with hot
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Next S&H Council Meeting: Mental Health & Suicide Prevention
Mental Health and Suicide Prevention: Break the Silence and Build a Caring Future AGC Oregon-Columbia Chapter Safety & Health Council June 16, 2016 9:30–11:30 am When suicide occurs, coworkers and
Have Fun in the Sun – But Drive Responsibly!
Have More Fun in the Sun – Drive Responsibly July is the start of something magical, and all across Oregon road trip season has begun. The Olympic Trials, Oregon Country
Mandatory Requirements for Army Corps Projects
Army Corps of Engineers Project Requirement EM385-1-1 24 Hour Fall Protection Competent Person This 24-hour course includes in-class training, physical demonstrations, and practical hands-on activities on how to properly select,
AGCA ConstructorCast Episode Explores OSHA Silica Rule
Go in depth on the new OSHA silica rule’s history, its contents, AGC of America’s efforts, and what it all means for businesses on the latest episode of the ConstructorCast.
Right to Report – OSHA Delays Effective Date for Enforcement
OSHA delays effective date for enforcing employees’ rights to report workplace injuries, illnesses The Occupational Safety and Health Administration is delaying enforcement of the anti-retaliation provisions in its new injury
AGC/SAIF Members Earn $2.5 M Retro Return
AGC/SAIF Members Earn $2.5 M Retro Return The Associated General Contractors Oregon-Columbia Chapter (AGC) and SAIF Corporation announced today a $2,519,233 retrospective return for the 665 companies who participated in
OROSHA New Portable Ladders Guide
We take portable ladders for granted because they’re so easy to use; they are often the first tool we choose when working at elevation. This approach is known as “Ladders
11 Finalists Named in Safety Video Contest
Eleven finalists have been named—and their videos featured on YouTube—in an annual contest inviting high school students to create videos to raise awareness about workplace safety with the message “Speak
Register for the GOSH Conference
2015 Oregon GOSH Conference Coming to Portland Registration opens for largest safety and health event in Northwest Registration is open for the Oregon Governor’s Occupational Safety and Health (GOSH) Conference,