Contractors have no single enforceable standard for protecting their workers from the ongoing heatwave, but OSHA health scientist Gary Orr advises the best practice is to follow guidelines recommending access to water, rest periods and shade. The pointers are part of OSHA's National Emphasis Program, which includes sending inspectors to job sites even as the agency offers no timeline for when its heat standard will become final. - Construction Dive

A rebound from the bottomed-out homebuilding market seems possible as a recession appears less likely in the near term, says Ken Simonson, chief economist for the Associated General Contractors of America. The outlook for construction for the remainder of the year remains cloudy, however, as costs continue to rise and as financing becomes harder to find. - Equipment World

The two-day TEXO OSHA 10-Hour course serves as an orientation to occupational safety and health for workers covered by OSHA 29 CFR 1926. Workers must receive additional training on the specific hazards of the job when required by OSHA standards. After completing the course, participants are mailed an OSHA 10-Hour Construction Industry Outreach wallet-sized card.
 
WHEN: July 26-27 | 7 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.
WHERE: TEXO Dallas Conference Center | 11111 N Stemmons Fwy, Dallas, TX 75229

This is an instructor-led course that teaches students critical skills needed to respond to and manage an emergency until emergency medical services arrive. Skills covered in this course include first aid for sudden illnesses, injuries and protection from blood-borne pathogens, choking relief and sudden cardiac arrest for adults. This course is for anyone with limited or no medical training who needs a course completion card in CPR and AED use to meet job, regulatory or other requirements.

 

WHEN: Wednesday, July 26 | 8 a.m. – noon
WHERE: TEXO Fort Worth Training Room | 417 Fulton St, Fort Worth, TX 76104

2022 was the deadliest in 18 years for fatal trench collapses. The U.S. Occupational Safety & Health Administration reports that 39 workers died in trenching and excavation work, which is more than double the number in 2021 and the most since 2005, when 39 construction workers died in trench collapses, according to data from the 2019 CPWR study. Join us on Wednesday, Aug. 2 as we hear from Erick Holt, Senior Safety Manager at Brasfield & Gorrie, discussing excavation hazards.

 

WHEN: Wednesday, Aug. 2 | 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

WHERE: TEXO Dallas Conference Center | 11111 N Stemmons Fwy, Dallas, TX 75229

This isn't a mirage. It really is time for our annual Distinguished Building Award Recognition Dinner! Join us as we recognize 25 award-winning general and specialty contractors for their awe-inspiring achievements alongside 300-plus executives, project managers, architects, owners and folks who just want to show their support and admiration.

  

WHEN: Thursday, Aug. 3 | 5-9 p.m.

WHERE: Stockyard Station | 140 E Exchange Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76164

Advance your career and earn continuing education credits. All courses feature a live instruction via Zoom and are available in a variety of days and time blocks to accommodate your learning schedule. Ideal for construction professionals looking to learn without the hassle of traveling. 
 
When registering for any of the classes below, be sure to list TEXO as who referred you to the program!

 

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