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FREE: NUCA Gulf Coast Live Trench Training – June 24

NUCA Gulf Coast Live Trench Training presented by Ditch Witch Houston will be held on Friday, June 24th for the premier Trench Training in the region. Sign up your crews today! Crews will rotate between 9 stations presented in both English and Spanish. An OSHA Facilitator will be onsite and participating in some of the … READ MORE

ASA Houston Members Stand UP for SAFETY

During OSHA’s National Safety Stand-Down, ASA members hosted safety briefings at jobsites all over town. Twenty-five companies reported training more than 3,700 construction workers on fall prevention, the number one cause of death in our industry. To kick off the campaign, ASA Houston joined the OSHA Fall Prevention Alliance along with the local ABC, AGC, … READ MORE

General Lunch Meeting – Find Out How ASA National Advocates For YOU!

Construction generates billions of dollars in revenues every year … and government generates countless regulations and legislation that complicate the business of construction. ASA is YOUR voice in Washington and your statehouses. Legislators and decision-makers hear ASA on issues that affect business conditions for all subcontractors and suppliers. Join us on May 19th as we … READ MORE

National Safety Stand-Down Week

OSHA’s National Safety Stand-Down Week to Prevent Falls in Construction is next week, May 2-6th. To assist you in participating, ASA-HC has gathered numerous fall prevention resources. Our Fall Prevention Resources page includes: Videos Accessing Safety Knowledge (ASK) sheets for stand-down toolbox talks Fall prevention jobsite signs Fall safety for your family/home OSHA fall prevention … READ MORE

General Lunch Meeting: Prequalification Technology Built for and by Subcontractors

About the Presentation: As we operate during uncertain times, subcontractor risk management has been instrumental in maintaining the integrity of the construction supply chain. Over the next few months, the majority of the market will be requested to renew their prequalification as 2021 financial statements become available, known as The Great Expiry. Join us for … READ MORE

2022 Annual Golf Tournament is a Success!

On Friday, April 1, 2022, 35 teams joined us at Cypresswood Golf Club for the ASA-HC’s Annual Spring Golf Tournament. Not only did we enjoy the most perfect golfing weather, but everyone got a kick out of the AR-15 golf ball launcher on hole #1 hosted by Patriot Golf. Click here for a complete list … READ MORE

NAWIC Women in Construction Week: March 6-12

ASA-HC is a proud supporter of NAWIC’s annual celebration of women in construction! Visit their website to learn how you can participate in the week-long activities! 2022 WIC Week Activities (nawic-houston.org)

Does Your Emergency Action Plan Include Preparations for an Active Shooter Scenario?

Although active shooter incidents are statistically rare, it is important to include preparations for an event in your workplace violence mitigation plan. At the next monthly lunch meeting, ASA members will hear from military veteran and retired SWAT Officer with experience in deadly force situations, Rick Hernandez who currently serves as Safety Director for Gamma … READ MORE

ICYMI: EIC Awards: That’s a Wrap!

Did you miss this year’s Excellence in Construction awards?  We dug out our best neon. We dusted off our 90s slang. We went cowabunga for the best contractors and projects in Houston. And it was TOO. LEGIT. We’re grateful to everyone who joined us for this IN-PERSON awards event, and to every sponsor and member … READ MORE

BLDG Peer Group Mixing It Up on February 24

Join the ASA-HC’s Building Leaders Development Group (BLDG) for a bit of networking at Cedar Creek Bar & Grill. This is a great event for you if you: Are in the construction industry; Are under the age of 35 Would like to share a tasty beverage with your peers. The goal of BLDG is to … READ MORE