Three Steps to Jobsite Fire Safety
By Andrew Johnson, CSP, CHST, AGC Safety Management Consultant Contractors are responsible for developing fire prevention and fire protection programs on their job sites. While fires on construction sites are
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Paid Leave Oregon Resources Published
The Oregon Employment Department recently published several resources to assist employers in preparing for the Paid Leave Oregon program: PLO Employer Guidebook Leave Comparison Chart Model Notice Equivalent Plan Solvency
AGCA Launches New Effort to Combat High Suicide Rates & Improve Mental Health Among the the Industry’s Workers
Associated General Contractors of America to Release Series of Mental Health PSAs, Host Quarterly Mental Health Forums and Assemble Resources for Firms to Use with their Workers The Associated General
SAIF Declares $75 Million Dividend
[September 14, 2022] The SAIF board of directors has declared a $75 million dividend for its policyholders. SAIF determines whether a policyholder dividend is appropriate based on capital levels, claim
ASSP Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Summit: Call for Presenters
This virtual event, presented by the American Society of Safety Professionals, is an opportunity for occupational safety and health professionals to assemble and discuss the current state of diversity, equity
Project Labor Agreements on Large Scale Federal Construction Contracts
May 12, 2022 This blog was originally published in Ideas Fuel Industries on the Schwabe, Wiliamson & Wyatt PC website. On February 4, 2022, President Biden issued Executive Order 14063,
Participate in Safe + Sound Week
Safe + Sound Week Safe + Sound Week registration is open! Join thousands of businesses who are recognizing their commitment to workplace safety and health. Organizations of all sizes and
EEOC Updates Guidance on COVID-19 Testing in the Workplace
On July 12, 2022, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) updated its guidance regarding COVID-19 testing in the workplace. Below is a summary of those changes. On-Site COVID-19 Testing Prior
Oregon to Launch 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
New, easy-to-remember number that starts Saturday will connect people in need of behavioral health crisis support Starting Saturday, July 16, people in Oregon and nationwide who are experiencing a behavioral
Oregon GOSH Conference Welcomes Safety Award Nominations
Put the spotlight on an organization or individual who goes above and beyond to make sure workers are safe and sound. Much of the work to ensure safe and healthy