News & Blog

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President Biden Announces Vaccine Mandate for Many Employers

by Elaine Howard, Shareholder Andrews Myers | Attorneys at Law President Biden announced Friday that he has directed the Department of Labor to require all businesses with 100 or more employees to ensure their workers are either vaccinated or tested for COVID-19 once a week. No Executive Order or other rule has been issued at … READ MORE

Celebrate CTS Members and Meet Hoar Construction

Join us for our General Lunch Meeting on September 30th where we will celebrate the 2021-22 Commitment to Safety (CTS) program members and hear from Hoar Construction on: Better Communication; How to Improve the Bidding Process Learn more.

Don’t Miss the ASA Annual Fishing Tournament

Deadline to Register: Sept. 17 Join us on Friday, October 1st for a little friendly competition! Don’t fish? That’s ok… We have several other ways you can participate in the event including sponsorship opportunities, and some great raffle prizes (no need to be present to win)! Find out who has already signed up. Get raffle … READ MORE

Tap Into ASA: The Blue Book Building and Construction Network

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. … READ MORE

Understanding the Different Safety Vest Classes

By Lee Hart, President, Safety by Design, Inc. Generally, high-visibility shirts, both long sleeve and short, are accepted in lieu of safety vets when working inside of buildings. However, in some cases (as indicated below) employees may need a Class 1, 2 or 3 vest on job sites. When in doubt, ask the general contractor … READ MORE

Business Development Peer Group – September 22

Plus… Clay Shooting and Steak Dinner to Follow! If you are responsible for the business development within an ASA subcontractor member company, this Peer Group is for you! It’s a great place to discuss problems and successes, and bounce ideas off one another in the business development area. The Peer Group will be meeting at … READ MORE

Tap Into ASA: Sunstate Equipment

Sunstate Equipment provides construction and industrial companies with quality construction rental equipment and tools. Our reliable service and dedication to our customers continues to help them get their job done efficiently and safely. Renting a full line of quality, well-maintained construction equipment and machinery, from hand tools to heavy equipment, we have successfully competed against … READ MORE

She Builds It!

Calling all the ladies within member companies! The ASA women’s peer group meetings and events are about to rev back up… don’t miss out! The planning committee has been working diligently to produce a great lineup of She Builds It programming through 2022. From happy hours and networking events, to educational programs and community service … READ MORE

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

UH-Clear Lake Offers Free Webinars in August

Free Summer Webinar FALL PROTECTION — COVID-19 & UPDATES Available Dates and Times: Option #1: Register Here First Friday, August 13, 2021 8:30 to 11:30 AM Option #2 Friday, August 20, 2021 8:30 to 11:30 AM A pre-test will be sent 3-4 days prior to the event and once completed Zoom registration details will be … READ MORE