Community Action meetings strengthen the collective voice of ASA. The agenda for the first Community Action meeting will include: legislative issues and updates industry and market trends association activities leadership opportunities Members are encouraged to bring prospective members Community Action …
Male construction workers industry are twice as likely to die by suicide in the general population, and five times more likely to die by suicide than to die in a fatal work accident (see reference below). In 2022-23, ASA of …
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration released its annual report of the top safety violations for 2022. Fall Protection Violations Top the List Subcontractors should continually monitor workplace safety procedures for compliance. Regulations are in place so every contractor can …
HONORING THE LIVES LOST AND RENEWING OUR COMMITMENT TO JOBSITE SAFETY The devastating 695 crash in Maryland that claimed the lives of six workers has left a profound impact on the community and serves as a somber reminder of the …
Baltimore County Secures $80 Million in State grants to propel school construction projects Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski has announced an additional $80 million in state grant funds to bolster ongoing school construction projects. Olszewski specifically announced the following allocations: …
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The construction sector faces a significant labor shortage as workers retire and the number of individuals entering the trades slows. The Associated Builders and Contractors Association estimates that the construction industry must attract 546,000 new workers in 2023. Here are five …
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Highest Inflation Since 1982 In Construction, supply chain disruptions and inflation increase the price of materials, labor, and machinery, which results in deviating the initial and final costs of the project. The Fed has raised interest rates faster than at …
How do we solve the shortage of quality skilled labor? 1. reach out to local training programs We have local programs like Junior Achievement (helping gain trades knowledge and experience early- starting in middle school), ABC Apprenticeship Programs, and Project …
The “unknown” is always concerning and hard to forecast and prepare for Luckily, the construction industry has shown a history of being resilient and can adapt to create “new normal.” Some advice on how to handle the unknowns are: Remain …