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FOREMEN SERIES: LASER CERTIFICATION

On Sept. 11 (English) and Sept. 18 (Spanish) ASA-HC will offer a one-hour program for laser certification. This course will cover basic concepts, an explanation of the different types of lasers and their hazards, industry safety standards, and hazard control measures to follow when duties require you to operate a laser or to be present … READ MORE

Applications for ASA’s Certificate of Excellence in Ethics Due Dec. 7, 2018

The deadline to submit your application for ASA’s Certificate of Excellence in Ethics is Dec. 7, 2018. The ethics certificate is not an awards competition, but rather a program recognizing subcontractors for their commitment to ASA values like quality construction and a safe and healthy work environment. Details, resources, and the application are located under … READ MORE

TAP INTO ASA: LAPORTE CPAS & BUSINESS ADVISORS

“Doug Hidalgo and LaPorte CPAs & Business Advisors have been a valued partner of National Terrazzo Tile and Marble.  For 14 years they have shown the construction industry depth, professionalism, and attention to detail that I need and expect in an accounting firm.“             Victor Longo, President, National Terrazzo Tile and Marble For over 50 … READ MORE

REEL IT IN! – ANNUAL FALL FISHING TOURNAMENT

Registration is open, and sponsorships are available for ASA-HC’s annual fall fishing tournament, Reel It In! on Oct. 5. Whether you’re an avid fisherman with your own boat, or you’ve never held a fishing pole in your hand, we’ve got you covered. In our “Guided” boat category we’ll supply the boat, licensed guide and the … READ MORE

UPCOMING PEER GROUP NETWORKING EVENTS

Sept. 12 Associate Member Peer Group Happy Hour Sept. 13 Building Leaders Development Group (BLDG) Networking Event Sept. 27 She Builds It Networking Happy Hour

TAP INTO ASA: MEMCO

MEMCO is a customer-oriented staffing and payroll firm dedicated to providing high quality services to employers. MEMCO’s services range from providing temporary workers to meet specific job needs, to long term employee management strategies such as temp-to-perm and payrolling.  Our clients utilize MEMCO to perform all employee/payroll related duties thus allowing our clients to focus … READ MORE

TWO SPOTS LEFT FOR THE ‘SHE BUILDS IT’ BUFFALO BAYOU BOAT TOUR

On Sept. 27, ASA-HC’s women’s peer group She Builds It has charted the Buffalo Bayou Partnership’s pontoon tour boat for a 1½ hour ride through the heart of downtown along historic Buffalo Bayou. There are two spots left on the boat . . . grab one before they’re gone! Event Details

ASA Helps Subcontractors Master Final Payment

In ASA’s most recent member needs assessment, respondents reported that obtaining final payment remains their most serious problem. Certainly, the time between substantial completion of the project, when the owner occupies the project, and final completion, is rife with uncertainty for prime contractors and their subcontractors. The risks of delay or non-receipt of final payment … READ MORE

FOREMEN SERIES: LASER CERTIFICATION

On Sept. 11 (English) and Sept. 18 (Spanish) ASA-HC will offer a one-hour program for laser certification. This course will cover basic concepts, an explanation of the different types of lasers and their hazards, industry safety standards, and hazard control measures to follow when duties require you to operate a laser or to be present … READ MORE

ASA Files Amicus Brief in Texas Court Case Regarding Transportation of Employees

ASA Files Amicus Brief in Texas Court Case of Importance for Employers Related to Transportation of Employees to/from Workplace In a “friend-of-the-court” brief filed on July 31, ASA asks the Supreme Court of Texas to reconsider its underlying decision in a case of importance for all employers who pay employees whose normal duties do not … READ MORE