Author: Nazia Shah
As the Federal Government shutdown enters its third week, contractors should continue to expect a reduced presence from OSHA. According to the Department of Labor’s Plan for the Continuation of Limited Activities During a Lapse in Appropriations, dated October 10, the agency will reduce staff from 1,664 to 460. However, OSHA will continue to respond to workplace emergencies that pose a significant threat to the safety of life or property. More specifically, OSHA will conduct inspections for imminent danger situations, investigate workplace fatalities, investigate safety and whistleblower complaints, conduct follow-up inspections of employers with high gravity serious violations and no…
AGC of America is working to optimize how we share important updates on safety and health news, education and training opportunities, upcoming events, and more. To keep you informed – without overwhelming your inbox – we’re consolidating our safety and health communications into one convenient weekly email. To subscribe to this weekly email, or confirm your subscription, log into your AGC.ORG account and click on My Newsletters & Interests. If Newsletter: Construction Safety and Health News is not listed under Interests, click on the button titled Add Newsletters & Interests and select it from the dropdown menu. Don’t miss this…
AGC of America is now accepting speaking proposals for the Summer 2026 Construction Safety & Health Conference taking place July 22-24, 2026, in Minneapolis, MN. This event is designed for emerging to senior-level management professionals who work in any of the commercial construction markets. All educational sessions should be targeted towards these attendees and should involve topics that reflect current and emerging issues in construction safety and health. We invite you to share your knowledge and help us shape the Summer 2026 experience. For more information and to submit a proposal, please refer to the event guidelines. Proposals should be submitted no later than January…
On October 7, the U.S. Senate officially confirmed David Keeling as Assistant Secretary of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) at the U.S. Department of Labor. Keeling was confirmed, along with 106 other nominees, through “en bloc Senate nominations” – a process of confirming multiple presidential nominees with a single vote, rather than considering and voting on each one individually. AGC had previously urged the U.S. Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee to report favorably to the full Senate the nomination of David Keeling, which they did on June 26. Mr. Keeling has a strong background in leading…
Take your construction safety skills to the next level with AGC’s Advanced Safety Management Training Course (ASMTC) – a unique three-day program designed for professionals ready to manage – or who already manage – company-wide safety programs. What You’ll Gain When & Where The ASMTC is one of four courses in AGC’s Construction Safety Management Certificate (CSMC) program – complete this course and build toward your full certificate. LEARN MORE | REGISTER NOW Contact Nazia Shah for more information.
The National Safety Council (NSC) recognized Kevin R. Cannon, Senior Director of Safety, Health & Risk Management at AGC of America, and Shaun Carvalho, Chief Safety Officer at AGC-member-company Shawmut Design & Construction, as recipients of the 2025 Distinguished Service to Safety Award (DSSA) – the NSC’s highest individual safety honor. Presented during the NSC Safety Congress & Expo, the DSSA celebrates individuals who have made significant, lasting contributions to safety and injury prevention. AGC is proud to see two outstanding safety leaders from our community recognized on a national stage. Kevin Cannon: Advancing Safety Nationwide For more than three…
In September, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced a 30-day extension to submit post-hearing comments related to the informal public hearing on their proposed standard for Heat Injury and Illness Prevention in Outdoor and Indoor Work. Post-hearing comments are now due on October 30, 2025. Similarly, in August, OSHA extended the public comment deadline for 20 proposed workplace safety rules from September 2, 2025, to November 1, 2025, providing additional time for industry input. AGC plans to submit comments by the respective deadlines. If you have questions about these regulations or would like to highlight a substance-specific proposal that deserves…
The next AGC Mental Health & Suicide Prevention Forum is scheduled for October 16, 2:00pm – 3:00pm, Eastern Time. Join Cal Beyer to explore how mental health, substance use, suicide, and overdose intersect – and discover practical strategies and success stories to support workers and save lives. The AGC Mental Health & Suicide Prevention Forum meets virtually, on a quarterly basis, with the goal of providing a safe space where construction industry stakeholders can gather to share success stories, challenges, and seek/share resources and best practices. LEARN MORE AND REGISTER Contact Nazia Shah for more information.
The AGC Safety Awards recognizes companies and individuals who redefine industry standards. These accolades celebrate measurable improvements in workplace safety and inspire industry-wide progress. Join the ranks of industry leaders who have set the gold standard for safety excellence and showcase your company’s commitment to protecting its most valuable asset – its people. The Construction Safety Excellence Awards (CSEA) program is the industry’s elite safety excellence awards program for companies of all sizes and occupational divisions. The CSEA recognizes those construction companies that excel at safety and health performance, examining each candidate’s commitment to safety and occupational health management and risk control. The deadline is…
AGC’s Construction Safety & Health Conference is coming to Glendale, Arizona, January 21 – 23. Unbeatable networking, dynamic speakers and sessions, and recognition of safety leaders in the construction industry – that’s the CSHC difference. Don’t wait – act now to lock in savings on registration and hotel rates! Key Dates to Know: 🔹December 19: Last day to lock in standard reg. rates 🔹December 30: Discounted hotel room rate expires 🔹January 20: Pre-conference courses convene 🔹January 21: AGC’s Construction Safety & Health Conference begins! On the Record: Attendee Insights “The main benefit is the ability to…