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June 2021
Blazing Temperatures Can Spell Trouble for Crews that Work Outdoors
June 21 marks the official start of summer, but for crews across Texas, outdoor temperatures are already climbing. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) identifies five heat-related illnesses that employers and employees should recognize and understand in order to stay safe on the job. Read on for great information you can pass along to your crew.
Heat Rash
Occurs when the skin is constantly wet with perspiration. It can become complicated by infection through scratching.
Symptoms: Itchy, reddish rash on skin. Normally appears on neck, upper chest and folds of skin.
Treatment and Prevention: Rest in a cool dry place, allowing the skin to dry. Shower every day after work. Sleep in cool, dry place overnight. To avoid infection related to heat rash, resist the urge to scratch.
Fainting
This is a problem especially for new employees not yet acclimated to working outside, as well as anyone who stands around outside and/or does not move much.
- Symptoms: Dizziness, feeling faint
- Treatment and Prevention: Moving around, rather than standing still, usually reduces the likelihood of fainting. Employees feeling faint should lie down in a cool place for short while.
The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of the 87th Texas Legislature Outcome
Thursday, June 17
SCHEDULE
11:00 a.m. — Registration and Networking
11:30 a.m. — Lunch
Noon — Program
Join us for an update on the outcome of the 87th Texas Legislature featuring guest speaker Jennifer Fagan, vice president-governmental affairs of the Texas Construction Association (TCA).
Please note: This event takes place at our NEW lunch meeting location, Dukessa:
2840 Chimney Rock Road
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2021 OSHA NATIONAL SAFETY STAND-DOWN
Fatalities caused by falls from elevation remain a leading cause of death for construction employees, accounting for 401 of the 1,061 construction fatalities recorded in 2019 (BLS data). Those deaths were preventable. The National Safety Stand-Down raises fall hazard awareness across the country in an effort to stop fall fatalities and injuries. ASA-HC members reported training nearly 3,500 workers with 12 members reporting.
INSTALLATION OF 2021–22
BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND OFFICERS
Our May 2021 Annual Lunch Meeting featured a discussion led by Tellepsen’s Terry Hargus and Susan Phillips, as well as the formal induction of our 2021-2022 ASA-HC board of directors. We’d like to send a huge thanks to our members who will be serving the chapter in the coming year.
2021-2022 Board Officers
President: Tyler Althouse, Texas Moisture Protection
Vice President: Lee Aitken, Holes Incorporated
Secretary/Treasurer: Andy Adams, Adams Insurance Service, Inc.
Directors
John Burkhart, Pieper Houston Electric, LP
Lyle Coston, LEED GA, Chamberlin Roofing & Waterproofing
Ray Jones, Raven Mechanical, LP
Todd Fry, Karsten Interior Services, LP
Ron LaRicci, Camarata Masonry Systems, Ltd.
Shannon MacArthur, MEMCO
Phil Nevlud, MAREK
Craig Peterson, Peterson Beckner Industries, Inc.
Autumn Stoner, J.M. Maly, Inc.
Mark Veltri, Network Cabling Services, Inc.
DID YOU KNOW?
Key Economic Takeaways for May 2021
1: The U.S. has recouped 14.1 million of the 22.4 million jobs lost during the COVID-19 pandemic.
2: The median price for an existing home sold in Houston was $273,700 in 2020’s fourth quarter, compared to $447,915 for the nation’s 20 most populous metros.
3: Houston home prices are appreciating at near the national rate. Data provided by the Houston Association of Realtors shows that, over the past 12 months, the average sales price for an existing single-family home rose by 16% — or $40,000.
Source: Greater Houston Partnership
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MEET OUR NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Tamara Hancock recently joined ASA-HC as executive director. No stranger to the local construction industry, she served in various leadership positions with the Houston chapter of Associated General Contractors (AGC) for more than 20 years. Her association management experience includes everything from operations and administration, to communications, marketing and membership development. She holds a bachelor’s degree in management from Lamar University (go Cardinals!) and serves on the board of the Houston Society for Association Executives. Tamara is a native Houstonian who lives in a fixer-upper in Old Spring Branch with her husband, David, and their two children, Julie and Jess. In her spare time, she enjoys gardening and traveling. Feel free to reach out at any time by emailing tamara.hancock@asahouston.org.
Now it's Your Turn to Tell Us! Why Do YOU ASA?
Email tamara.hancock@asahouston.org — and be sure to include your
name and company!
Governor's Commission for Women
Announces Women-Owned Business Webinar Series and Pitch Competition
In recognition of Small Business Week in Texas, the Governor’s Commission for Women announced a Women-Owned Business Webinar Series focusing on resources available for women-owned small businesses in each region of Texas. Offered in partnership with the Beacon State Fund, the webinar series will feature subject-matter experts offering actionable advice about starting, growing and sustaining a business. Existing business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs are invited to attend.
Women-Owned Business Webinar Series
- Central Texas: Wednesday, July 14, 2021
- West Texas: Wednesday, July 28, 2021
- South Texas: Wednesday, August 18, 2021
- North Texas: Wednesday, September 15, 2021
- East Texas: Wednesday, September 29, 2021
For more information, or to register, click here.
In addition, the Beacon State Fund, in partnership with the Governor’s Commission for Women, will host a pitch competition with awardees selected for each region of Texas. Texas women small business owners are invited to submit an application to the pitch competition explaining how their business created solutions, employed tactics and made adjustments to pivot in the uncertain times created by the global COVID-19 pandemic. To submit an application for the pitch competition, click here.
PLEASE NOTE: Applications are due by Tuesday, June 1, 2021.
ASA-HC MEMBER NEWS OF NOTE
American Fire Systems President Offers Provides Property Repair Advice to ABODE
In ABODE Magazine, the regular publication put out by the Houston Apartment Association, American Fire Systems President David Stone joined with other local construction pros to offer guidance on what property owners should know regarding building maintenance and repairs.
Camarata Honored with Texas Masonry Council Golden Trowel Award
Camarata Masonry Systems’ recent work on the Houston Botanic Garden earned the company top honors from the Texas Masonry Council. The company recently received a 2020 Golden Trowel Award for Outstanding Hardscape/Landscape Craftsmanship.
Chamberlin Earns CoatingsPro Contractor Award Top Honors
Chamberlin Roofing and Waterproofing’s work on the Winstar parking garage in Thackerville, Oklahoma, garnered the company a first-place 2021 CoatingsPro Contractor Award in the Specialty Contractor category.
Andrews Myers Once Again Named Among Texas’ Best Law Firms
For the 16th consecutive year, Andrews Myers, PC’s construction law practice group was named among Texas’ best by Chambers USA, America’s Leading Lawyers for Business. Seven of the firm’s attorneys were further recognized for individual accomplishments.
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Thank You to Our 2020-21 Industry Leaders!
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