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May 2022
OSHA Launches National Emphasis Program (NEP) to Protect Workers from Heat Illnesses and Injuries
Through the new National Emphasis Program, OSHA will initiate targeted safety inspections in more than 70 high-risk industries. When the National Weather Service has issued a heat warning or advisory for a local area, evaluations will take place across both indoor and outdoor work settings. OSHA personnel will actively monitor and address heat hazards regardless of the industry’s relationship to the new program. On days when the heat index reaches 80° Fahrenheit, OSHA inspectors and compliance specialists will also provide technical assistance to help stakeholders keep workers safe on the job.
Here are some additional resources with tips to help you and your team prepare for hot temps this summer:
REBUILDING AMERICA
The Challenges Subcontractors Face Within the Infrastructure Plan
Lawmakers recently passed a $1.2 trillion bipartisan infrastructure plan aimed at repairing crumbling highways, strengthening shipping ports, modernizing airports, and tackling other vital projects for the next decade. This bill’s passing is considered the largest infrastructure investment in U.S. history, but in stimulating the construction industry, it’s intensified existing economic issues. This article explores the infrastructure plan, its financial impact and possible solutions for subcontractors.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Find Out How ASA National Advocates for YOU!
Thursday, May 19
The construction industry generates billions of dollars in revenue every year — and the government generates countless regulations and legislative efforts that complicate the process. The American Subcontractors Association is YOUR voice in Washington and at the state level. Legislators and decisionmakers hear ASA on issues that affect business conditions for all subcontractors and suppliers.
Join us for lunch on Thursday, May 19, to learn what our association is doing at the national level to advocate for your subcontractor businesses. ASA National Director of Government Relations Mike Oscar will talk about our current industry priorities, recent success stories and the inner workings of the Subcontractors Legal Defense Fund.
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ASA-HC IN FOCUS
2022 Annual Spring Golf Tournament
We had a blast with the 35 teams that participated in the ASA-HC’s annual Spring Golf Tournament! We hope everyone enjoyed the beautiful weather and the AR-15 golf ball launcher.
Schmooze & Mingle with Vaughn Construction
Thank you to the 65+ members who attended our Vaughn Construction mixer in April. We had a great time schmoozing and mingling with everybody!
DID YOU KNOW?
The Construction Industry Has a Suicide Rate Four Times Greater Than the National Average
The CDC reports that construction occupations have the highest number of suicides across all industries. To combat these statistics, contractors, unions, associations, industry service providers and project owners must work together to STAND Up for suicide prevention. By addressing these issues and prioritizing mental health in the workplace, we can all help save lives.
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ASA-HOUSTON MEMBER NEWS OF NOTE
ASA Members and GC Partners Were Caught Sporting Their Astros Team Spirit
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