Safety

News | April 06, 2025

UCON Proudly Sponsors Construction Safety Week 2025

UCON Proudly Sponsors Construction Safety Week 2025

Construction Industry
Safety Week 2025

United Contractors (UCON) is proud to announce our sponsorship of Construction Safety Week 2025, taking place May 5–9, 2025. As a leading trade association supporting 500+ union-affiliated contractors across California, UCON is committed to promoting the highest standards of safety in the construction industry. 

News | February 28, 2024

UNITED CONTRACTORS REGULATORY ALERT:

REVISED LEAD REGULATION APPROVED BY CAL/OSHA STANDARDS BOARD DESPITE STRONG INDUSTRY OPPOSITION
UNITED CONTRACTORS REGULATORY ALERT:

On February 15, Cal/OSHA voted 5-2 to approve significant revisions to lead regulations. These changes, slated to take effect from January 2025, have far-reaching implications for our industry. While we firmly oppose these modifications, it is essential to understand their potential impact on your business and our industry. We encourage you to review the following updates carefully. United Contractors and our industry coalition are exploring all legal and administrative options. We will continue to keep you up to date.  

Background 

  • February 09, 2023 2:30pm  -  4:30pm PST
  • 2023 High Risk Terminations

    2023 High Risk Terminations

    Layoffs & terminations can trigger unexpected emotional outbursts, but when it’s a high-risk termination, planning and preparation are key. The tragedy of violent & deadly terminations is that, in most cases, it’s preventable. In this presentation, you will learn how to reduce fear and anxiety to achieve the best possible outcome both during and after the termination.

    News | February 02, 2024

    Cal/OSHA Reminder to Employers

    Reminder to Post 2023 Annual Summary of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses on February 1
    Cal/OSHA Reminder to Employers

    Cal/OSHA is reminding employers in California to post their 2023 annual summary of work-related injuries and illnesses, including those related to COVID-19, by February 1, 2024. The Form 300A summary must be posted each year from February 1 through April 30. 

    News | June 28, 2023

    Safety Alert: Heat Illness Prevention Resources

    This year has proven to be one of the hottest ones on record. To protect yourself and your employees, make sure you have your Heat Illness Prevention Plan in place. Heat illness can result if precautions are not taken. 

  • July 26, 2022 2:30pm  -  4:30pm PDT
  • Wildfire Preparedness

    Wildfire Preparedness

    Smoke from wildfires contains chemicals, gases and fine particles that can harm health. The greatest hazard comes from breathing fine particles in the air, which can reduce lung function, worsen asthma and other existing heart and lung conditions, and cause coughing, wheezing and difficulty breathing. This class will cover the following topics: