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Time is running out to register for Insure IQ: Demystifying Insurance on August 14th!

 

Thursday, August 14, 2025

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

AGC Houston 

3825 Dacoma St., Houston, TX 77092

 

Time is running out to register for the final session of AGC Houston’s FREE Smart Solutions Series, "Insure IQ: Demystifying Insurance," on August 14th! Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights into the often-complex world of insurance. Designed specifically for contractors, project managers, and industry professionals, this session will provide a clear understanding of key insurance concepts, requirements, and best practices to help protect your projects and your business. 

 

Presenters: Ed Durham, Anslow Bryant Construction, Ltd., Steve Pierce, Alliant Insurance Services, Inc., Bobby Taylor, Bowen, Miclette & Britt Insurance Agency, LLC, and Aaron Clark, Lockton 

 

Key Features: 

  • Surety and Bonding: Learn the ins and outs of surety bonds and bonding requirements to ensure your projects are backed by financial security.
  • General Liability: Understand the importance of general liability insurance and how it protects your business from potential risks and claims.
  • Builder’s Risk: Gain insights into builder’s risk insurance and how it safeguards your construction projects against unforeseen events.
  • Project-Required Policies: Explore the various insurance policies required for different types of projects and how to ensure compliance.
 

Employer Resources and Best Practices for Handling Immigration Enforcement at the Jobsite 

 

Immigration enforcement can create complex legal and operational challenges for employers, making it crucial to have clear procedures in place to handle such situations appropriately and lawfully.

 

We understand that these developments may cause concern within our industry, and we want you to know that we’re here to support you. To help, we’ve gathered resources and best practices on our website to address these issues and provide guidance for both employers and employees.

 

Is Your Company Information Up to Date? 

 

Your AGC Houston membership isn't just for one person, it's for everyone at your company. That's why it's important for us to have accurate contact information for your whole team. If your company has experienced staffing changes, new hires, or updated emails, now is the perfect time to make sure we have the correct information on file. 

 

We rely on accurate company information to keep your team in the loop. Keeping your information up to date ensures that everyone on your team has access to the many resources, events, classes, and opportunities that come with your AGC Houston membership.

 

 Please reach out to Sharon Box at [email protected] to update your company information. 

 

Free Heat Illness Prevention Training 

Offered Through OSHA's Susan Harwood Grant Program

 

August 7, 2025

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

AGC Houston

3825 Dacoma St., Houston, TX 77092

 

Join us for a FREE, 3-hour instructor-led training focused on preventing heat-related illnesses in the workplace.

Topics include:

  • Causes and prevention of heat illnesses

  • First aid response

  • Monitoring and prevention strategies

  • Heat hazard evaluation and recommended practices

Participants will receive a model Heat Illness Prevention Plan and a certificate of attendance upon completion.

 

Are your CPR/AED training credentials current? Beat the heat and get CPR, First Aid, and AED Training at AGC Houston on July 31st! 

 

Thursday, July 31, 2025

1:00 PM to 4:00 PM

AGC Houston

3825 Dacoma St., Houston, TX 77092

 

The American Red Cross Adult CPR, First Aid, and AED Class is designed to equip participants with the skills and knowledge to respond to a variety of emergencies involving adults. This is a great opportunity to equip yourself and your team with life-saving skills, including:

  • CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation): Learn how to perform CPR on adults, including chest compressions and rescue breaths, to help maintain blood flow and breathing during cardiac emergencies.
  • First Aid: Gain the ability to recognize and care for various first aid emergencies such as burns, cuts, scrapes, sudden illnesses, head, neck, and back injuries, as well as heat and cold-related emergencies.
  • AED (Automated External Defibrillator): Understand how to use an AED to deliver a shock to a person experiencing sudden cardiac arrest, which can help restore a normal heart rhythm.

 

This course combines instructor-led training with hands-on practice. Upon successful completion, participants will receive updated credentials that meet OSHA workplace requirements.  

 

Hurry! Time is running out to register for $75 OSHA 10-Hour in Construction training on August 19th and 20th! 

 

The OSHA 10-Hour in Construction course is a two-day in person class, presented by AGC Houston's authorized instructor(s) and is designed to train employees in the basic essentials of occupational safety and health in construction.

 

The curriculum covers an introduction to workplace safety topics for field workers including workplace risks, employee rights, and employer obligations.

 

Upon completion of this course, students will receive a wallet card, certificate of completion, and course materials. Plus, breakfast is included both days!

 

Sign up today to secure your spot!

 

Explore AGC Houston's New and Improved

Cornerstone Magazine

 

We're excited to announce our new partnership with m3 Magazines! AGC Houston's Cornerstone Magazine has a brand-new look and feel, designed with our members in mind. This issue features an in-depth look at Satterfield & Pontikes Construction, Inc.’s award-winning Fort Bend County Epicenter project, tariffs, guidance on how to protect construction funds, qualities that make an exceptional subcontractor, safety best practices from AGC of America’s Construction Safety Excellence Awards (CSEA) winners, and much more.

 

Take a moment to explore what's new and see how we're spotlighting the people and projects that shape our community. 

 

The Handy WOman Workshop Has Been Rescheduled for September 6th! 

New Date: Saturday, September 6, 2025

9:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Lone Star College - North Harris

2700 W W Thorne Dr, Houston, TX 77073

 

Due to unexpected technical issues at our venue, the Handy WOman Workshop has been rescheduled to September 6th. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.

 

Hosted by the AGC Women in Construction Committee in partnership with the ASA She Builds It Peer Group & ABC LOGIC Committee, this hands-on, all-women DIY event is where you’ll gain real skills, boost your confidence, and learn how to tackle home projects like a pro. Whether you’ve never held a power tool or want to sharpen your skills, you’ll get hands-on training in a fun, supportive environment. Learn how to patch drywall, wire light fixtures, install plumbing, mount heavy items, and more!

 

Everyone planning on attending will need to register regardless of whether you were previously registered for the original date. Spots are limited so don’t wait!

 

For more information, please contact Catherine Morgan at [email protected].

 

(Attendees must be 18 years of age or older to attend this event) 

 

Registration Is Now Open for Our Annual Advocacy Breakfast With Mayor John Whitmire and AGC-TBB President Corbin Van Arsdale!

Join us on September 23rd for our highly anticipated annual Advocacy Breakfast! We're honored to have the City of Houston Mayor John Whitmire and AGC-TBB President Corbin Van Arsdale as our distinguished speakers. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to gain valuable insights and connect with industry leaders. This event benefits the legislative advocacy fund.  

For more information, please contact Catherine Morgan at [email protected].

 

Nuestro Ambiente: Honoring Latino Designers and

Builders in Houston

 

AIA Houston's Latinos in Architecture Committee invites all Latino designers, builders, and anyone supporting the AEC industry to participate in an upcoming exhibit, Nuestro Ambiente. The exhibit showcases the influence Latinos are having in shaping Houston. To participate, please click the button below to complete the form by August 3rd, and visit the Architecture Center between September and December to see your contributions acknowledged in the exhibit. 

 

If you are someone who has made a contribution to this city, we would love to hear from you. We feel that any contribution, big or small, is worth celebrating.

 

Feel free to share this form to other Latino contributors you may know.

 
 
 

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Upcoming Education & Professional 

Development Courses:

8/5/2025 - 8/26/2025: AGC Edge Building Information Modeling - Virtual Training

8/14/2025: Insure IQ: Demystifying Insurance 

8/14/2025 - 8/28/2025: AGC Edge Construction Supervision Fundamentals - Virtual Training 

8/18/2025 - 8/28/2025: AGC Edge Lean Construction Education Program 2.0 - Virtual Training 

9/8/2025 - 9/10/2025: AGC Edge Supervisory Training Program Units 1-6 - Virtual Training 

9/8/2025 - 9/16/2025: AGC Edge Supervisory Training Program Unit 1 Leadership & Motivation - Virtual Training 

9/8/2025 - 10/6/2025: Introduction to Construction Plan Reading & Specification Documents

9/13/2025 9/27/2025: AGC Edge Supervisory Training Program Unit 3 Planning & Scheduling - Virtual Training 

 

Upcoming Safety Classes

AGC Houston is proud to partner with the Region VI OSHA Education Center at the University of Texas at Arlington. The OSHA Education Center at the University of Texas at Arlington is the top-ranked OSHA Training Institute Education Center in the country. AGC Houston is not an OSHA Training Institute Education Center but serves as a host-training organization for the University of Texas at Arlington OSHA Training Institute Education Center.

View the full list of OSHA UT-A courses.

 

7/28/2025 - 7/31/2025: OSHA #510 Occupational Safety & Health Standards for Construction 

7/29/2025 - 7/31/2025: OSHA #3085 Principles of Scaffolding 

7/31/2025: Adult First AID/CPR/AED 

8/4/2025 - 8/7/2025: OSHA #500 Trainer Course in OSHA Standards for Construction 

8/4/2025 - 8/7/2025: OSHA #511 Occupational Safety and Health Standards for General Industry

8/11/2025: OSHA #7500 Introduction to Safety & Health Management 

8/11/2025 - 8/14/2025: OSHA #510 Occupational Safety & Health Standards for Construction 

8/12/2025 8/14/2025: OSHA #3015 Excavation, Trenching, and Soil Mechanics 

8/19/2025 - 8/20/2025: $75 OSHA 10 Hour in Construction Training 

 

Happy Hawaiian Shirt Friday!

 

Stay tuned on #HawaiianShirtFridays for updates from Kyle Holland on LinkedIn that focus on all the value that AGC Houston offers members. Head over to LinkedIn to watch Kyle's latest video. 

 

AGC Members Saved Over 14.5 Million Dollars in 2024 Using AGC Member Discount Programs

 

The AGC Member Discount Programs offer a variety of benefits to our members, including access to high-quality services, state-of-the-art technologies, and premier products. Through our partnerships with leading companies, we are able to provide discounts on a wide range of products and services. These discounts are designed to help our members save money and improve their daily business operations. 

 

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 aim to help our members succeed and grow. Questions? Please email [email protected]

 
 
 
 

Johnson Services Company

22425 Hufsmith-Kohrville Road
Tomball, TX 77375
Phone: (281) 374-7744

Website: https://www.johnsonservicescompany.com/

Lazear Capital

Partners

401 N Front Street Suite #250
Columbus, OH 43215
Phone: (614) 221-1701
Website: https://www.lazearcapital.com/

Occu-Health

Surgery Center

3720 Westheimer Rd, Suite #601
Houston, TX 77027
Phone: (281) 241-5554

Website: https://occuhealthsurgery.com

Gulf Interstate Engineering

1080 Eldrige Parkway, STE #500
Houston, TX 77077

Phone: (346) 857-0697
Website: https://gulfcompanies.com/

Kent Companies

11755 W Little York Rd, Building 1
Houston, TX 77041
Phone: (713) 997-5420
Website: https://www.kentcompanies.com/

Ray's Threading & Fabrication

2906 Holmes Rd
Houston, TX 77051

Phone: (713) 413-1228
https://raysthreadingandfabrication.com/

AGC Houston 3825 Dacoma St. 
Houston, TX 77092-8707
www.agchouston.org
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