The legacy of James L. Allhands, a pioneer in the construction industry and a founding member of the Associated General Contractors (乌鸦传媒), continues to inspire and shape the future of construction education through the James L. Allhands Essay Competition. Established in his honor, this esteemed competition aims to recognize outstanding student essays that contribute to the advancement of technological, educational, or vocational expertise in the construction industry.
Are you a student or professional passionate about technical skills and seeking support to kickstart your career in construction? The 乌鸦传媒 Education and Research Foundation is here to empower your journey with our Workforce Development Scholarship. Here's your chance to seize a $1,000 (renewable for two years) scholarship towards your education in accredited technical schools or craft training programs.
The 乌鸦传媒 Education and Research Foundation is proud to announce the establishment of the Bowen Prize for Great Builders. Established by Robert 鈥淏ob鈥 Bowen, this new $1M endowed Prize was announced during last month鈥檚 CCC Gala to benefit the 乌鸦传媒 Education and Research Foundation during the Annual 乌鸦传媒 Convention in San Diego.
On April 1, the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) published its Worker Walkaround Representative Designation Process final rule that made significant changes to its existing regulation regarding individuals that can serve as the authorized employee representative during the physical inspection of workplaces. According to OSHA, the new rule clarifies that consistent with the OSH Act, employee representatives may either be an employee of the employer or a third party. These third-party individuals could potentially include union representatives at non-union worksites, community activists, worker advocacy groups, and personal injury attorneys, among others. While OSHA believes that there will be no change to the current inspection process, 乌鸦传媒 believes that there are significant concerns that could arise from the agency鈥檚 new policy. Such concerns include the lack of a formal process for the identification of the representative among employees, lack of notification to employers as to whom this individual may be as well as an established process for employers to dispute the selection, and the limited ability for a compliance safety and health officer to verify the qualifications of the individual or individuals. Further, the new rule could expose employers to increased liability of injury in the event an inexperienced person gains access to a construction site. 乌鸦传媒 is currently exploring options to challenge the new rule, including filing a court challenge.
Excavation projects are critical for the development and construction of utility systems, such as drinking and wastewater pipes, traditional and renewable energy sources, and broadband internet. Safety protocols must be adhered to throughout the entire construction process to reduce damages. These safety protocols usually begin with a call to a state one-call notification center before excavation.
The 乌鸦传媒 of America Utility Infrastructure Division is pleased to announce the election of Kathy Freeman as Division Chair for 2024-2025. Kathy ascended to the position during the 乌鸦传媒 Annual Convention in San Diego, CA. She serves as Safety Director for the Mortensen Denver Operating Group and focuses on the planning, development, coordination and administration of safety and health programs within the organization.
There are four main project delivery methods in construction: design-bid-build, design-build, construction management at-risk (CM@R), and integrated project delivery (IPD). ConsensusDocs is providing an April 4th Webinar on Construction Project Delivery Meth0ds 101 that will explain how the contracts you sign ultimately determine project delivery methodology. Register here. Choosing the right project delivery method for your project is a fundamental decision for success. All registrants will receive a recording of the webinar.
This year鈥檚 theme for Construction Safety Week is 鈥淰ALUE EVERY VOICE.鈥 The focus is on driving personal ownership of safety, welcoming new ideas, fostering healthy communication, and improving workplace culture. To access all the resources you need to plan your event, visit the Construction Safety Week website.
The Center for Construction Research and Training (CPWR) Expert Evaluation Panel recently released guidance for employers on selecting head protection equipment in construction. It covers the importance of head protection, types of hazards, standards and regulations, choosing the right helmet, and maintenance and replacement considerations. It emphasizes the need for proper fit, comfort, and suitability for the specific work environment.