ToolBox Talks are electronically cataloged on our website and are single Job Site Safety topics that can be conveniently and quickly conveyed to your on-site workers. Covering a variety of topics such as ladder safety, electrical safety, trench safety etc., ToolBox Talks keep safety visible and relevant throughout the workday. They are a simple and effective way to provide documented training for your employees.
Month: May 2018
Davis-Bacon Act
Davis-Bacon Act of 1931 is a United States federal law that establishes the requirements for paying the local prevailing wages on public work projects. It applies to contractors and subcontractors performing on federally funded or assisted contracts for the construction, alteration or repair (including painting and decorating) of public buildings or public works.
To learn more about Davis Bacon Act click here.
Labor Relations Updates and Resources
Through our Labor Relations Department, the AGC proudly represents the commercial construction industry in the six-county metro-Milwaukee Area. Working directly with the Bricklayers, Local 8; Cement Masons, Local 599, Area 558; Commercial Carpenters; Ironworkers, Local 8; Laborers, Local 113; and the Operating Engineers, Local 139, we negotiate fair and balanced Collective Bargaining Agreements.
The following resources are available to AGC Members and Affiliated Contractors.
Collective Bargaining Recaps:
Drug Testing (SATAP) Resources:
Updates:
Collectively Bargained Wage Rates
Labor Contracts and Contract Expiration Dates
Union Labor Contracts that are negotiated by the AGC of Greater Milwaukee include: the Carpenters, Cement Finishers, Bricklayers, Laborers and Operating Engineers. The AGC routinely sits down in negotiations with these unions to negotiate multi-year collective bargaining agreements. As the negotiating organization, AGC holds the bargaining authorizations of most its members and provides administrative support in negotiations. They do so under the leadership of volunteer AGC Contractors who negotiate on behalf of AGC and those whom it represents.
Newsletters
Bi-weekly electronic newsletter filled with important information concerning the local and state construction scene. Along with current and updated information on AGC management & safety education training programs, the E-News provides topical articles on construction activity forecasting, business development happenings, labor relations activity, industry events/activities and a variety of other topical articles related to commercial construction.
Budget Rental Car
Budget Rental Car
As a member of AGC, you can always count on Budget to save you money and time whenever you need to travel on the road. You’ve got your very own offer code here which saves you up to 25 %. For additional information or to make a reservation, visit http://budget.com/agc or call (800) 527-0700.
Budget Car Rental is one of the world’s best-known car rental brands with approximately 3,350 locations in more than 120 countries. Budget is an industry leader in providing vehicle rental services to value-conscious travelers and also operates the second-largest truck rental business in the United States, through a network of approximately 1,650 locations. Budget is owned by Avis Budget Group, Inc. which operates and licenses the brand throughout the world.
Avis Rental Car
Avis Rental Car
As a member of AGC, you can save up to 25% on every rental whenever you make reservations using AGC’s discount code here. From the car to the accessories, choose what best fits you and your trip. So when you drive off, you’ll be ready for whatever the journey brings. For further information and reservations, visit avis.com/agc or call (800) 331-1212.
Avis Car Rental operates one of the world’s best-known car rental brands with approximately 5,450 locations in more than 165 countries. Avis has a long history of innovation in the car rental industry and is one of the world’s top brands for customer loyalty. Avis is owned by Avis Budget Group, Inc. which operates and licenses the brand throughout the world. For more information and reservations, visit http://avis.com/agc or call (800) 331-1212.
UPS YRC Estes Freight
UPS YRC Estes Freight
Through your AGC Shipping Program you can receive competitive discounts on qualifying LTL (less-than-truckload) shipments greater than 150 lbs. It’s free to enroll in the program and there are no minimum shipping requirements to take advantage of your member discounts.
UPS Freight®
Day-definite, on-time guarantee at no additional charge
Reliable regional, interregional and long-haul solutions
Expedited shipping available for last-minute needs
YRC Freight®
Guaranteed, expedited and time-definite air and ground service with proactive notification, backed by 100% customer satisfaction guarantee
Highly reliable, expedited service throughout North America, including
cross-border to and from Canada
Estes
Reliable transportation and supply chain management services for virtually any shipping situation
Estes meets deadlines with its standard transit times that might require expedited service from other carriers
If you would like to enroll in your AGC Shipping Program or would just like some more information please call 1-800-MEMBERS (1.800.636.2377, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. EST, M-F) or visit www.1800members.com/agc.
If you would like a quote on a pending shipment please email all pertinent information to saveonfreight@1800members.com and a dedicated freight representative will follow up with you within 24 hours.
*Applies to FXF 1000 Rate Base customers only. All services are subject to terms and conditions provided in the FXF 100 Series Rules Tariff.
FedEx Advantage Program
FedEx Advantage Program
Get started. Keep saving.
Join the FedEx Advantage® program and the discounts keep coming. AGC members will enjoy savings of up to 78% on select services.✝ The program is free to join and no minimum shipping, copy or print requirements to take advantage of this great member benefit. What’s more, you may be eligible for other special offers and promotions. Sign up now or call 1.888.708.4100.
For FedEx shipping services, you can save up to:
- 29% on select FedEx Express® U.S. services
- 25% on select FedEx Express international services
- 20% on select FedEx Ground® services
- 10% on select FedEx Home Delivery® services
- 78% on select FedEx Freight® services
AGC Members Enroll Today!
- Get your AGC-FedEx Member Discount Code
- To enroll, visit www.enrolladvantage.fedex.com
- Or call 1-888-708-4100 for additional support
✝FedEx shipping discounts are off standard list rates and cannot be combined with other offers or discounts. Discounts are exclusive of any FedEx surcharges, premiums, minimums, accessorial charges or special handling fees. Eligible services and discounts subject to change. Discounts include a 5% discount for creating shipping labels for eligible FedEx Express® shipments using FedEx Ship Manager® at fedex.com or other electronic shipping solutions. For eligible FedEx® services, rates and electronic shipping solutions please call 1.800.GoFedEx 1.800.463.3339. See the applicable FedEx Service Guide or FXF 100 Series Rules Tariff for terms and conditions of service offers and money-back guarantee programs.
ConsensusDocs Discount
ConsensusDocs Discount
AGC Members receive a 20% discount on all ConsensusDocs subscriptions.
Whether working at the office, from the road or even at home, the ConsensusDocs platform provides instant access to your contract documents from any computer through a secure web-based portal. Simply log in to your personalized dashboard to locate recent projects, edit contracts, review changes made by your collaborators or start a new contract using any of our 100+ contract templates. With a 10-year track record of successful projects being completed using ConsensusDocs contracts and the first to address emerging trends in IPD, BIM, green building, and LEAN construction, ConsensusDocs is becoming the industry’s default standard contract documents. With the support of 40+ endorsing design and construction industry associations representing designers, owners, contractors, subcontractors and surities including the AGC of America, AGC Members achieve better project results by using contracts that have less transactional costs – namely litigation, claims, contingencies, and contentious contract negotiations.
Save on ConsensusDocs Today!
- Use your AGC-ConsensusDocs Member Discount Code
- Visit www.consensusdocs.org
- Or contact ConsensusDocs at (866) 925-DOCS(3627) or support@consensusdocs.org
Why ConsensusDocs:
- 24/7 ACCESS – Access your documents anytime from anywhere via our secure, cloud-based system.
- EASY TO EDIT – Microsoft Word®-based technology for easy editing and collaboration.
- EASY TO COLLABORATE – Invite anyone to collaborate on your contract for free – you control editing rights.
- CREATE FAVORITES – Create “Favorites” at the click of a button from ConsensusDocs contracts that have been modified to meet your unique needs.
- CONVERT & COMPARE – Comparison tools allow you to easily see changes from one document version to another.
Click Safety
AGC Members Save 10% on All Courses. Save here.
AGC of America’s online training collaboration with ClickSafety.com includes a comprehensive library of courses, many available in both English and Spanish, covering a variety of construction safety and general industry topics.
Courses Include:
- 10- and 30-Hour OSHA Outreach Training
- EM-385-1-1
- Safety and Health Fundamentals
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Slips, Trips and Falls
- Electrocution
- Fall Protection
- Ergonomics
- Back Injury Prevention and Safe Lifting Techniques
- HAZWOPER Training with CEU’s
- 40-Hour
- 24-Hour
- 16-Hour
- 8-Hour Refresher
- 8-Hour Supervisor
- Mold in Construction
- DOT Courses
Benefits of a Corporate Account:
- Quantity Discounts
- Assign users training directly from the website
- Reporting
- Accountability – track progress
BirdDogHR
BirdDogHR
Workforce challenges are a top concern in the construction industry but they don’t have to be. As the only HR software created for the construction industry and used by hundreds of AGC members, BirdDogHR can help your company:
- Automate your recruiting—no more stacks of paper
- Speed up the onboarding process
- Centralize training and certifications
- Align company and employee goals to improve productivity
- Develop employee career and succession plans
- Easily document recruiting and retention processes to stay compliant
If these are areas where your company can improve, BirdDogHR may be a solution for your talent management needs. Our innovative, cloud-based software with integrated recruiting and ATS, onboarding, performance management, learning management (LMS) and succession planning can make your HR experience simple and user-friendly for both management and employees.
As an AGC member, your company is eligible for a 10% discount. Contact us to learn more and see a personalized demonstration.
- Visit BirdDogHR online
- Email sales@birddoghr.com and reference AGC of America
- Call 888.482.7021 and mention AGC of America