West Texas AGC News & Resources
Safety Tip: Effective Hazard Communication Program
Reading the article below; Violations for Hazard Communications was #2 on OSHA's top ten list in 2022. Learn and IMPLEMENT the steps to an effective HAZCOM Program when hazardous chemicals are used or stored on a project or in a facility. The quick guide provides information for:
  1. Learn the Standard
  2. Prepare & implement a written Hazardous Communication Program
  3. Ensure containers are labeled.
  4. Maintain SDS for each job and make them available to workers.
  5. Inform and train employees (Retrain existing employees)
  6. Evaluate & reassess your program.
Top 10 OSHA Violations for Fiscal Year 2022
Each year OSHA continues to cite the same safety violations, which stresses the importance of continuing to comply with workplace safety standards. Workplace hazards are not likely to be completely eliminated, but following best practices and guidance can help. It’s possible to eliminate or minimize workplace hazards, reduce the risk of citations, and ensure your employees don’t end up becoming a statistic.

The following is a guide to the top 10 most violated standards of 2022 with quick tips and educational information on each standard. Fall Protection – General Requirements remains at the top of the list for the 12th year in a row, followed by Hazard Communication and Respiratory Protection.

Click on each link to learn more:
  1. Fall Protection – General Requirements (1926.501): 5,260 violations
  2. Hazard Communication (1910.1200): 2,424
  3. Respiratory Protection (1910.134): 2,185
  4. Ladders (1926.1053): 2,143
  5. Scaffolding (1926.451): 2,058
  6. Lockout/Tagout (1910.147): 1,977
  7. Powered Industrial Trucks (1910.178): 1,749
  8. Fall Protection – Training Requirements (1926.503): 1,556
  9. Personal Protective and Lifesaving Equipment – Eye and Face Protection (1926.102): 1,401
  10. Machine Guarding (1910.212): 1,370
THANK YOU SPONSORS & PLAYERS OF THE 2023 SCHOLARSHIP GOLF TOURNAMENT - MAY 22ND
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A special thank you to Bryan Walters and Heath Davidson of Henthorn Commercial Construction for an AWESOME job as Tournament Co-Chairs!
  • Henthorn Commercial Construction
  • Hightower Equipment
  •  IPS, Inc.
  • Teinert Construction
  • CMC Construction Services
  • United Rentals Trench Safety
  • 84 Lumber
  • Associated Contractors
  • CMC Construction Services
  • N2 Electrical Contractors
  • Onyx General Contractors
  • Tucker & Dunn Bond Agency
  • Yates Flooring
  • Anthony Mechanical
  • Armstrong Plumbing, Air & Electrical
  • C & M Interior Solutions
  • Can-Tex Glass & Mirror Division
  • Citadel Construction
  • JNL Plumbing, Heating & AC
  •  Lee Lewis Construction
  • Lubbock Sound Equipment
  • Madewell Construction
  • PB Materials
  • Sandia Construction
  • WBS - Western Building Specialties
 
  • Associated Contractors
  • Baird Financial & Transamerica - Southwest Chapters AGC 401k
  • C & F Steel Company
  • Stevenson Group / SANA
  • Hightower Equipment
  • Parry's Pizzeria & Taphouse
CONGRATULATIONS! WINNERS of the 2023 Golf Tournament
First Place Team - IPS Inc.
Donnie Graham, Vince Dominguez, Alto Trevino, Austin Dominguez
Second Place Team - Lubbock Sound Equipment
Kade Simmons, Trey Saldana, Kelly Zen, Cody Brown
Third Place Team - United Rentals Trench Safety
John Kenjura, Wayne Musick, Dagan Provence, Chase Lloyd
Closest to the PIN - Hole 15 - Mason Harrington (Caprock Brick)
Longest Drive - Hole 2 - Blake Melcher (Armstrong Plumbing, Air, and Electric)
5 Ways We’re Tackling Heat Hazards
Heat is the leading cause of death among all weather-related workplace hazards. Dozens of workers like Timothy lose their lives each year by heat-related illnesses in indoor and outdoor workplaces, and thousands more are sickened. As temperatures continue to rise, we in the Occupational Safety and Health Administration want employers and workers to know that heat-related illnesses can be prevented by common-sense safety measures.
As we continue this critical work, we’re asking everyone to join us in taking action now. Download our Heat Safety Tool app to get recommendations for your workplace and remember these three words: Water. Rest. Shade. With the right knowledge and preparation, you can help us save lives.
AGC Toolbox of WebEds for members on Safety Topics
Click on the topic for more information and/or access to the webinar

AGC is also taking a stand on mental health and providing resources to help empower contractors and their employees. Construction companies are encouraged to take the Culture of CARE pledge to ensure their workplaces are welcoming, safe and inclusive. One way to keep workers safe is use resources from Hard Hats to Helmets.
NEW Benefit from AGC & NPP for West Texas AGC members
Batteries + Bulbs is a discount program offered from AGC and NPP to the West Texas AGC members. From cell phones and other batteries, repairs and light bulbs, savings can help your business.

  • Save up to 73% off Regular Retail Pricing on approximately 84 core items
  • Ease of service with access to over 700 locations, open 7 days per week with convenient morning and evening hours
  • Online store open 24 hours
  • On hand inventory for immediate fulfillment to meet or exceed customer lead times, including flexible delivery option, store pickup and curbside service
  • End to end solutions regarding best practices for product disposal
  • On-site and virtual needs assessments
  • Non-contract items have been set-up with competitive commercial pricing
  • Members can choose from over 60,000 different varieties of batteries Plus
  • Device repair services for most tablets and smartphones
  • Key fob cutting and programming options

On the West Texas AGC discounts below, click to find out more on signing in to AGC of America or NPP for additional savings benefits.
Women in Construction Webinar June 6th & Current AGC Webinars
Register today for this complimentary webinar on the study of Women in Construction as we explore the results of two recently released NCCER research efforts on women in the construction industry: “In Her Own Words: Improving Project Outcomes” and “Building Better: Women in Construction Study.”
The construction industry continues to struggle to recruit and retain a healthy construction workforce. Women are frequently cited as an important demographic that could help solve the craft labor shortages, but they still make up just 11 percent of the overall construction workforce, with less than 4 percent in craft professional positions where the greatest shortages exist.
Please click here for more information and to register.
Find the current list of all webinars and training offered by AGC to benefit your company and employees (most are free as AGC members) by clicking below.
Texas Legislative News for the Construction Industry
At the end of the regular session, bills of interest for the construction industry include:
  •  Contractors not responsible for Owner-caused delays on public projects – HB 2265 / SB 803 (Rep Jeff Leach/Sen Bryan Hughes) passed House 136-8, passed Senate committee 8-1, died on Senate Intent calendar.
 
  • Fix certificate of merit insurance dilemma re: 3rd party claims on design-build jobs – HB 2007 / SB 2488 (Rep Mando Martinez/Sen Tan Parker) passed House 146-0, passed Senate 31-0, sent to Governor.
 
  • State preemption of local anti-construction ordinances – HB 2127 / SB 814 (Rep Dustin Burrows/Sen Brandon Creighton) passed House 92-55, passed Senate committee 6-2, passed Senate 18-13, House concurred in Senate amendments, sent to Governor.
 
  • School background checks database access fix for workers on K-12 projects – HB 4123 / SB 1785 (Rep Ryan Guillen/Sen Judith Zaffirini) passed House 142-0, passed Senate committee 9-0, passed Senate 31-0 amended, sent to Governor
 
  • Funding for workforce/vocational training – HJR 201 / SJR 81 (Rep Terry Wilson/Sen Brian Birdwell), HB 8 / SB 2539 (Rep Gary VanDeaver/Sen Brandon Creighton) SJR 81 passed Senate 30-0, passed House 146-0 as amended, died in conference (Lt Gov and Speaker couldn’t agree on TSTC-Lamar split), Lt Gov has asked Governor to add to special session. Community college funding– HB 8 (Rep VanDeaver/Sen Creighton) sent to the Governor

The special session(s) taking place will also be followed and worked by our TBB staff and a full report provided at the end of the Legislative session.
Take advantage of VIRTUAL TRAINING – Summer Courses


CSF: Construction Supervision Fundamentals
June 5 – 20, 2023 | 1:30 PM – 6:30 PM ET | 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM PT
Note, the individual classes are Jun 5, 6, 12, 13, 20 (no class on the 19th due to Juneteenth holiday).
 

BIM: Building Information Modeling Education Program
June 12 – 23 | 5 – 8:30 PM ET / 2 – 5:30 PM PT
Note, the individual classes are June 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 20, 21, 22, 23 (no class on the 19th due to Juneteenth holiday).

EDGE Classes for LEAN and Project Manager Development Program on Schedule
 Benefits & Programs SAVING West Texas AGC members money & time!
AGC Members Saved Over 14.5 Million Dollars Last Year Using
AGC Member Discount Programs 
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Our value-added discounts provide a competitive advantage that can set your business apart from others in the industry. AGC Member Discount Programs are just one of the many benefits of being an AGC member, that aims to help our members succeed and grow.
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2023 OFFICERS
PRESIDENT - JAMES BISHOP | Associated Contractors
VICE-PRESIDENT - LIZ LONNGREN | Henthorn Commercial Construction, LLC
SECRETARY/TREASURER - SAM WALDROP | Waldrop Construction
STATE AGC-TBB REPRESENTATIVE - CHAD HENTHORN | Teinert Construction, Inc.
AREA REPRESENTATIVES - SHANE DARNELL | M & F Litteken Co. & GREG DURBIN | Sandia Construction