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TAP INTO ASA: SAFETY BY DESIGN

Safety by Design, Inc. is a full-service safety consulting firm specializing in commercial construction.    Owner, Lee Hart, a 17-year veteran of the safety industry and adjunct professor at the University of Houston, heads a workforce that is knowledgeable and well respected. Services offered include but are not limited to: full-time safety coordinators, training and education; … READ MORE

Apply Today for ASA Awards

Applications are now being accepted for many of the awards offered by ASA.   The ASA Certificate of Excellence in Ethics recognizes subcontractors for their commitment to ASA values, such quality construction and a safe and healthy work environment. Each applicant is required to respond to questions concerning the firm’s corporate ethics policies and procedures, its … READ MORE

GENERAL LUNCH MEETING: COMPANY WIDE PERSPECTIVE ON HOW A SAFETY INCIDENT IS HANDLED

Join ASA-HC on Thursday Oct. 17 for a lunch meeting regarding how safety incidents are, and should be, handled. Panelists will discuss their role in each of three safety scenarios (first aide, recordable, fatality) and then will discuss best practices to help avoid those scenarios on a jobsite. Panelists: Alex Benzor, General Superintendent, Chamberlin Roofing … READ MORE

2019 FISHING TOURNAMENT IS IN THE BOOKS!

ASA-HC’s annual fishing tournament was held this past Friday, Oct. 4. 34 teams competed in the tournament where more than $15,000 in cash and prizes was given away. First Place Overall: Big City Access (Barbara Roberts’ All-Women team) Boat Captain:David Salinas Second Place Overall:Crady Jewett McCulley & Houren, LLP (Danny Long’s team) Boat Captain: Mark … READ MORE

FISHING TOURNAMENT: CAPTAIN’S PARTY AND TOURNAMENT THIS WEEK

ASA-HC’s annual fishing tournament will take place this week. This Wednesday is the Captain’s Party. All teams must have at least one representative at the Captain’s Party. Guides will be chosen, the Calcutta will take place and rules for the tournament will be discussed. Dinner and drinks will be served. The tournament will take place … READ MORE

ASA’s Contractor’s Compass September Issue Available

Inside the September edition: Construction in the Courts:ASA SLDF Wins Big for Ohio How Are We Doing? Developing a Firm-Wide Obsession with Customer Feedback Looking To Improve Safety Culture? Have Management that Commits Sidewall Protection for OTR Tires Keeps Concrete Recycling Operations Running Safety First: Prioritizing Workplace Safety for Subcontractors 5 Tips for Connecting Field … READ MORE

TAP INTO ASA: J D HERBERGER & ASSOCIATES

J D Herberger & Associates, PC, a proud member of ASA – Houston since 2004, represents contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and owners in all phases of construction projects.  We have in depth experience with construction contracts, mechanics and materialmen’s liens, surety bonds, construction litigation, and other topics related to the construction industry.  J D Herberger & … READ MORE

2019 HOUSTON CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY WAGE SURVEY RELEASED

Skilled craft professionals continue to earn high wages, according to the newly-released 2019 Houston Construction Industry Wage Survey. As in past years, ASA-HC asked members to participate in the survey. The organizations that take part in the survey do so voluntarily, and all specific company information remains confidential. The results include average hourly rate, average health … READ MORE