Safety
AGC Houston members support this new network, which is an alliance of Houston construction companies, associations and related businesses. The Construction Safety Network meets monthly.
Visit http://www.csn-houston.com/ to view the full article online.
AGC News
AGC of America continues to hear from many members about the labor market's tightness. While it is clear that worker shortages are, in some cases, a significant problem for many contractors, AGC needs to determine what steps firms are taking to cope with tight labor markets and improve the supply of new, qualified workers.
We need your help to take a few minutes to complete the following workforce survey. The more people understand the scope, and consequences, of a tight construction labor market, the more likely they are to act on the measures we identify in our Workforce Development Plan that are designed to make it easier for school systems, local associations and private firms to establish career and technical education and training programs.
Visit https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2017AGCWorkforceSurvey to view the full article online.
The U.S. House of Representatives recently passed the Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act by a voice vote. The bipartisan vote shows the broad support for the bill, which reforms and reinvigorates the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act to meet the current workforce needs through better program alignment, better reporting, increased work-based learning, promoting industry-recognized credentials and increased federal investment. The bill generally addresses AGC's recommendations, and AGC is calling on the U.S. Senate to swiftly consider the bill. Contact your Senators and urge them to support the bill.
Visit http://constructorsvote.com/my-government/my-officials/results to view the full article online.
Member News
The Houston office of Marek Brothers Systems, Inc. announced the promotion of four senior leaders in its commercial construction business. Saied Alavi, George Kissamis, Phil Nevlud and Jorge Rodriguez will serve as the senior management team leading sales and operation for core and tenant drywall, accoustical ceilings, paint, specialty finishes, flooring, fabric panels, shades, and special remodel projects. This team represents a tenure ranging from from 20 to 35 years and has led the company's work on some of Houston's most significant projects including multiple projects in the Texas Medical Center, ExxonMobil's Woodlands campus and many other corporate interior build outs.
Visit http://www.marekbros.com/ to view the full article online.
The joint venture of Austin Commercial and Gilbane Building Company, nationally recognized leaders in construction services, has been selected by the City of Houston as the Construction Manager for the delivery of the Houston Airport System Mickey Leland International Terminal located at George Bush International Airport.
The new terminal will be larger than the existing terminal in terms of size and operational capacity and will have enhanced features through contemporary design to include spacious ticket counters, expanded security checkpoints, waiting areas, modern concessions, clubrooms and restroom facilities.
Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/hca-nwl/articles/index-v2.asp?aid=452361&issueID=56220 to view the full article online.
Gilbane Building Company has announced that construction on the Menil Drawing Institute has entered its final stages, with key milestones having been celebrated in April and May to complete the exterior installation of the steel canopies, and final installation of the Port Orford cedar cladding of the building. Once the exterior work is completed, white oak trees will be planted in the courtyards as part of the landscaping that will highlight this beautiful campus.
Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/hca-nwl/articles/index-v2.asp?aid=452362&issueID=56220 to view the full article online.
On June 29, 2017, Andrews Myers, PC hosted an Open House event to celebrate its new Houston home at 1885 Saint James Place, a new professional building located near the Galleria area. Guests enjoyed cocktails and hors d’oeuvres and a tour of the new space.
The firm relocated its office in May to occupy the top two floors of the new building. "We’d been searching for a new location for our growing firm for the better part of a year," said Patrick Hayes, co-managing shareholder at Andrews Myers. "It was perfect timing that our long-time client and friend Dennis Nelson and The Mission Companies, had partnered with another long-time client and friend, Tellepsen Builders, to develop 1885 St. James and that the building became available within our lease window. It’s an exceptional property and we are excited to be the anchor tenant there."
Visit https://www.andrewsmyers.com/ to view the full article online.
News you can Use
OSHA recently lost a bid to enforce citations for substantial violations against a general contractor. The citations at issue related to the exposure of a subcontractor's employees to excavation hazards. An OSHA Review Commission Administrative Law Judge handed down the decision voiding the citations. This case is especially significant in terms of OSHA's multi-employer liability theory, given that the facts of OSHA's case were particularly strong.
Read more on this important case written by Safety Committee Member Tony Stergio, Andrews Myers, PC
Visit http://www.naylornetwork.com/hca-nwl/pdf/Formatted_OSHA_Loses_Key_Multi-Employer_Case_-_T._Stergio.pdf to view the full article online.
On Aug. 1, OSHA will launch a web-based form that will allow employers to electronically submit required injury and illness data from their completed 2016 OSHA Form 300A. The webpage will offer three options for submitting data, and includes information on reporting requirements, a list of frequently asked questions, and a link to request assistance with completing the form.
Visit https://www.osha.gov/news/newsreleases/trade/07142017 to view the full article online.
Does your organization have 50 or more employees? Do you and other supervisors know about complying with this federal labor law? The Wage and Hour Division is conducting in-person compliance assistance focused on raising awareness about compliance with federal labor laws in the construction industry and will host two workshops:
August 8, 2017 - Spanish September 12, 2017 - English
Come and learn about employer coverage, employee eligibility, qualifying reasons for leave, amount of leave, and employer and employee rights and responsibilities under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).
Visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/family-and-medical-leave-act-fmla-compliance-for-construction-industry-tickets-35976159662 to view the full article online.
OSHA has announced the release of the OSHA-NIOSH Heat Safety Tool. The new app, available for Android and iPhone, is a collaborative effort between OSHA and NIOSH to update the OSHA Heat Safety Tool. Anyone using the current OSHA Heat Safety Tool is encouraged to download the new OSHA-NIOSH Heat Safety Tool. The OSHA Heat Safety Tool will be available through September 30, 2017.
Click here for Apple link Click here for Android link
Visit https://www.osha.gov/heat/index.html to view the full article online.
Membership Benefits
Find out how your company stands in its financial data/compensation practices in the Texas commercial construction industry by participating in this annual survey.
Visit https://www.texasconstructionsalaries.com/ to view the full article online.
Of the many figures that go into managing your own vehicles, one matters most to your bottom line – total cost of ownership. From acquisition and risk management, to maintenance and remarketing, Enterprise Fleet Management provides AGC members with quick, easy and personal access to a local account team who will handle all of the day-to-day fleet needs.
Visit http://www.efleets.com/ to view the full article online.
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