Stay up-to-date on the latest construction news and ASA-HC happenings. Useful information and tools are available to our members whenever they need it. To stay informed, click the links below:
This week’s spotlight on fall prevention is shined on Fall Safety at Home. ASA-HC’s Safety & Health committee has developed and gathered information to keep your family safe from falls at home. Visit #4 under our Fall Prevention Safety Resources for our two Family-Focused ASK Sheets (Who is Safety Director at Your House? and Ladder … READ MORE
The Blue Book Building and Construction Network is the largest and most active network in the commercial construction industry. They bring the industry together to forge connections and build relationships. With over 100 years of service to the industry, they have continued to expand their product offerings for all project stages- from pre-design through post-construction. Their … READ MORE
Due to the recent influx of positive COVID-19 cases on jobsites, Karsten Interior Services provided their GC clients, partners and vendors with a letter informing them they will not allow their employees to be put in a situation that increases the risk of exposure. Karsten states in the letter that when CDC recommendations for social … READ MORE
This week’s spotlight on fall prevention is shined on Jobsite Danger Signage (English and Spanish). ASA-HC’s Safety & Health committee developed four fall prevention related safety signs that can be printed out and used on jobsites. Barricaded Area Fall Protection 100% Tie Off Fall Protection Required Beyond This Point Working Overhead The four downloadable signs, … READ MORE
Last week, AIA Houston announced this year’s Sandcastle Competition scheduled for August has been cancelled. “After much consideration and thoughtful deliberation with the City of Galveston and the 2020 Sandcastle Committee, we are in agreement that it would be irresponsible to hold a public event of this size this year,” said AIA in its email … READ MORE
This week’s spotlight on fall prevention is shined on toolbox talks in printed format. ASA-HC’s Safety & Health committee developed five fall prevention related Accessing Safety Knowledge (ASK) sheets for use as toolbox talks. Introduction to OSHA’s Fall Protection Standard Fall: Post Fall Rescue Fall Rescue Plan – Things To Consider Ladder Use Highlights Leading … READ MORE
ASA-HC’s Industry Patron sponsorship program offer a variety a bundled packages at discounted prices for our events and advertising throughout the year. We’re again offering four levels of sponsorships: Leader, Partner, Special Events and Lunch Meeting. This year’s Leader and Partner sponsorships each have a new benefit for the sponsorship: Leaders will have exclusive access … READ MORE
Melton & Melton, LLP is a Houston based public accounting firm serving middle-market companies in the construction industry and their owners since 1963. We focus on building lasting personal relationships based on integrity, trust, and respect. These relationships deepen our understanding of our clients’ issues and allow us to provide relevant, proactive advice and services. … READ MORE
ASA-Houston Chapter is thrilled to be a part of an eight organization alliance formed to shine a spotlight on fall prevention in construction during the month of June. This week’s spotlight on fall prevention is shined on toolbox talks in video format. ASA-HC’s Safety committee developed a 20-minute presentation that can be watched all at … READ MORE
The week to promote OSHA’s National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction was set to happen May 4-8, but, like so many others things in the last three months, it was put on hold because of the COVID-19 pandemic. OSHA will reschedule the Stand-Down week for later in the year, but in the meantime, … READ MORE
