United Contractors (UCON) is proud to once again be a contributing sponsor of Construction Safety Week 2026, taking place May 4–8, 2026. 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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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:
This presentation will address the employer and worker's role in preventing workplace violence.
In person meeting at 17 Crow Canyon Court, San Ramon
Topic TBD
Update on Caltrans Task Force on work zone issues.
Held via Zoom.
Sam Hall, VP, Damage Prevention Institute. The program successor to the Gold Shovel Program.
Meet Clay O'Neal, UCON's Regional VP – Southern California.
Held via Zoom.
In this course, you will learn what the top 10% of motor carriers are doing to operate safely while reducing their losses and exposure.