Safety Programs
Building a Safer Tomorrow: ABC Central Texas’ Comprehensive Safety Training Programs
Commitment to Safety
Cultivating a Culture of Workplace Safety
At ABC Central Texas, we view safety as the foundation of a thriving construction industry, which is why we offer an array of safety training courses designed to cater to our members’ varied needs. With the option of online and in-person classes, we provide the flexibility necessary to accommodate everyone’s learning preferences and schedules. Our curriculum goes beyond fulfilling regulatory standards; it aims to cultivate a proactive approach to safety across all organizational levels. Through comprehensive training from basic OSHA compliance to advanced emergency response techniques, delivered by seasoned industry experts, we ensure participants are well-equipped with up-to-date knowledge and practical skills.
This commitment to enhancing safety education reflects our belief in its importance not only for individual protection but also for the collective well-being of the workforce and the community at large. By engaging with our safety training programs, members are investing in a safer, more responsible construction environment, reinforcing safety as our industry’s core value.
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ABC’s Total Human Health Initiative reflects the commitment to employees’ well-being beyond basic safety. It embodies a holistic approach, emphasizing that a healthy workforce is resilient. The program encompasses four key dimensions: Body, Heart, Mind, and Soul, ensuring employees have the tools and support they need to thrive on and off the job.
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Strategic Partnership with OSHA
In an impactful collaboration between the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC), Central Texas Chapter, we underscore a shared commitment to elevating workplace safety to its highest standard. This partnership serves as a powerful testament to the importance of safety, starting from the highest levels of leadership.
Leadership's Role in Safety Culture
The foundation of a truly safe workplace begins with a commitment from the very top. When CEOs and Presidents stand united with OSHA directors in signing this agreement, it sends a powerful, top-down message that safety is not just a policy but a core value. By joining this elite circle, your company becomes an integral part of a movement aimed at transforming the safety culture within the workforce.
Transforming Culture & Behavior
The partnership with OSHA does more than just highlight the importance of safety; it actively raises the safety consciousness of every individual involved in a project. Through our collaborative projects, we’ve observed a notable shift in how safety is perceived and practiced on the ground. Supervisors and workers alike develop a personal stake in maintaining a secure worksite, fostering a collective responsibility that significantly impacts safety behaviors. Over time, this concerted effort culminates in a profound transformation of the workplace into a setting where safety is ingrained in every action and decision.
ABC Central Texas is a Host-Training Organization for The University of Texas at Arlington OSHA Training Institute and Education Center. Visit our calendar for a list of upcoming classes.
Comprehensive Training and Strategic Partnerships
Online Safety Training
Unlock substantial savings with our bulk discount offers on OSHA training courses at ABC Central Texas. Ideal for companies looking to train multiple employees, our group registration options provide an economical way to enhance safety knowledge across your team. Depending on the number of enrollments and the specific course selected, your organization could benefit from significant reductions in training costs.
Your company can be up to 655% safer through the STEP Management System.
Discover how STEP can elevate your safety practices and start your journey at: http://www.abcstep.org
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Enhancing Safety with STEP
Established in 1989, the Safety Training Evaluation Process (STEP) started as a tool for benchmarking safety standards but has since transformed into a premier safety management system. This system significantly boosts safety performance for its users, catering to companies of all sizes and across various types of work. ABC member firms participating in STEP assess their safety procedures and protocols against 25 critical elements using a comprehensive questionnaire. The ultimate aim is to develop or improve safety programs that effectively minimize incidents on the jobsite.
Transforming Safety Standards
With the Safety Training Evaluation Process (STEP) Management System, we’ve seen companies reach new heights in workplace safety. STEP provides a structured approach to analyzing and improving safety performance, proving that a commitment to safety management significantly reduces risks.
ABC’s STEP Safety Management System provides contractors and suppliers with a robust, no-cost framework for measuring safety data and benchmarking with peers in the industry. Your company can be up to 655% safer through the STEP Management System.
Building a Supportive and Stigma-Free Environment
Suicide Prevention Training
ABC Central Texas has embraced the VitalCog program as a key initiative to address mental health in the workplace. This program is designed to break down the stigma surrounding mental health issues and foster an environment where employees look out for one another’s well-being.
Here’s why VitalCog matters:
- Depression is estimated to cause 200 million lost workdays each year at a cost to employers of $17 to $44 billion
- In a 3-month period, patients with depression miss an average of 4.8 workdays and suffer 11.5 days of reduced productivity
- Deaths by suicide cost the US $44 billion annually
- 70% of those who die by suicide are working age (CDC)
