Promoting Well-Being, Suicide Prevention in Construction

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By Amanda Moorhead The construction industry retains a stigma of being a “tough guy” culture, where members of the industry rarely talk about their emotional well-being. Those in the industry have shaped a philosophy where they are expected to work through anything, including severe weather, chronic pain and emotional distress. Due to a culture that does not foster open discussion on one’s well-being, this is one reason the construction industry consistently ranks as one of the high-risk industries for suicide in the United States. The Centers for Disease Control ranks suicide as the second leading cause of death among males … Read more

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AECOM is “Getting to the heart of safety” in its Third-Annual Safety Report

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LOS ANGELES, Calif. – AECOM has published its third-annual enterprise safety, health and environment report. Titled “Getting to the heart of safety,” the report showcases the dedicated employees, innovative tools and notable projects that encompass AECOM’s industry-leading “Safety for Life” program. The report’s theme reflects the company’s culture of caring by highlighting employees’ heroic efforts, thought leadership and personal motivations for keeping safety at the forefront. Some of AECOM’s fiscal year 2015 highlights include: AECOM achieved a Total recordable injury rate 7.5 percent lower than the target AECOM Chairman and CEO Michael S. Burke was named to the U.S. National … Read more

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ABC Honors National Safety Excellence Award Winners

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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – Associated Builders and Contractors announced the winners of its 2015 National Safety Excellence Award winners. A total of 41 ABC member companies were recognized for their safety processes and performance on March 2 during the 26th annual Excellence in Construction Awards in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The 2015 National Safety Excellence Award winners were selected from ABC member firms that achieved Diamond, Platinum and Gold status in ABC’s Safety Training Evaluation Process in 2015. During the selection process, they were judged on self-evaluation scores, lost workday case rates, total recordable rates, leading indicator use, process and program … Read more

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Dan Vos Construction Superintendent Named ABC Craft Professional of the Year

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Associated Builders and Contractors has named Scott Walters of Belding, Michigan, superintendent at Dan Vos Construction Co., its 2016 Craft Professional of the Year. “Scott demonstrates an uncompromising commitment to safety, the professional development of his colleagues, the highest quality of construction and the satisfaction of his clients,” said 2016 ABC National Chair David Chapin, president of Willmar Electric Service, Lincoln, Nebraska. “Scott is a tremendous ambassador for the construction industry through his dedication to his job and his community, and ABC is thrilled to honor him.” “I really respect the fact that Scott is watching out … Read more

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Korte Company Named General Contracting Firm of the Year

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During the 19th Annual Spotlight Awards, The Korte Company was named General Contracting Firm of the Year by the National Association of Industrial and Office Parks Southern Nevada Chapter. The Spotlight Awards honors distinguished companies in the local development community who positively impact the industry and increase awareness through their outstanding achievements. In addition to being named General Contractor of the Year, The Korte Company was recognized for their work on the Discovery Children’s Museum, located in downtown Las Vegas, Nevada. The 54,000-square-foot tenant improvement project was the recipient of an Honors Award. The firm’s project expertise includes building for … Read more

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