| What is AGC Safety Team? |
| The AGC Safety Team is a workplace safety program created in 1990 by the
AGC Safety Committee and Safety Services department. Our program goal
is to promote safe work environments which meet and exceed industry
standards through regular jobsite audits and program consultation for
AGC Safety Team member companies. |
| Safety Audits The AGC Safety Services staff performs annual
paperwork and jobsite
audits for members of the AGC Safety Team to ensure that safety programs
comply with industry standards. Audits are required to qualify for AGC
Safety Team status and are recognized by the Washington State Department
of Labor and Industries and OSHA. AGC Safety Team membership is an
underwriting criteria for the AGC
Workers Compensation Group Retro Program which consistently ranks as a
top performer in refunds and services.
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| Consultation and Resources The AGC Safety Services staff is
available to assist all AGC member companies develop a program that will
meet AGC Safety Team standards through consultation services, and
health and safety training resources. |
| Why become an AGC Safety Team Member? |
| AGC Safety Team benefits to member companies include: |
| Focused Inspections The AGC Safety Team has been recognized by
Labor and Industries with a directive that allows compliance inspectors
to engage in a Focused Inspection for AGC Safety Team member company
jobsites. [(WRD)2.35 Focused Inspections in Construction]. A Focused
Inspection reduces the amount of time the inspector spends on your
jobsite and minimizes unnecessary disruption, especially in the review
of records and written programs. |
| Industry Recognition AGC Safety Team membership demonstrates
to the construction industry, regulatory agencies and the broader
community a company’s commitment to safe work environments and the
health of employees. AGC Safety Team jobsite banners, vehicle decals and
hard hat stickers are available for member companies to display this
commitment to safety. |
| Networking AGC Safety Team professionals meet regularly to
share knowledge and resources. Our annual Safety Team Golf Tournament
also gives members the opportunity to network with industry peers also
committed to workplace safety. |
| How can my company become a member of AGC Safety Team? |
| Membership in this program is voluntary and open to AGC of Washington
member companies. To qualify as an AGC Safety Team member, your company
must submit an application and pass our annual safety audits. |
| Application The application form is available from the AGC
Safety Services Department. An administrative fee of $135 is assessed
annually for Subcontractor and Associate AGC members. Upon receipt of
the application form, a qualifying audit will be scheduled by AGC Safety
Services staff. |
| Qualifying Audit This audit is required for your company to
qualify for AGC Safety Team status. Our staff performs a detailed review
of your company’s jobsite safety policies and procedures to ensure that
your company’s program meets industry safety standards. An approved
safety audit checklist with over 200 criteria is used and available for
your review in advance of your qualifying audit. If deficiencies are
found, you would have 30 days to rectify the issues. |
| Annual Audits To remain a qualified member of the AGC Safety
Team, your company must pass an annual safety audit. |
To find out more about Safety Team membership, contact the AGC Safety
Department at 206-284-0061 or 800-562-2868, or email Mandi Kime, AGC
Safety Director, mkime@agcwa.com.
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| Proudly display your membership in the elite Safety Team with banners
and hard hat stickers. Click here to view
and order banners and stickers or contact Penny Schmitt at 206-284-0061
or 800-5622868. |