AGC- Associated General Contractors of Washington | Resources and Training
Headquartered in Seattle with offices in Tacoma, Bellingham, Yakima, and Olympia, the AGC of Washington is a professional association of commercial contractors who join together to enhance the performance and representation of members, to promote the respect and integrity of the industry, and to improve the quality of life in our communities.
Resources and Training
OSHA 10-Hour

The OSHA 10-Hour Training Course is designed to provide construction contractors, their supervisors, and workers, with authoritative knowledge on safety and health issues in the construction industry. It offers an educational overview of the ten most common areas of concern. OSHA 10-Hour Training is not considered an exhaustive treatment of all safety and health issues related to the construction industry. The instructors for this course will include Safety Professionals working for AGC Member companies. The topics will include the following:

  • Fall Protection
  • Trenching & Excavation
  • Electrical Safety
  • Scaffolding
  • Confined Space
  • Personal Protective Equipment
  • Tools - Hand & Power
  • Fire Protection & Prevention
  • Hazard Communication

Private training also available under certain circumstances. Please contact the AGC Education Foundation at 206.284.4500 or 800.562.2868 for further information


First Aid/CPR

The Safety Department offers four-hour First Aid/CPR classes to members several times each month in varying locations, including Bellingham, Everett, Tacoma and Seattle offices. Participants receive a certification card valid for two years as required by the Industrial Safety & Health Division of the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries.

Private classes are also available for groups of ten or more at the location of your choice.

Click here for class schedules or contact the AGC Education Foundation at 206.284.4500 or 800.562.2868 for more information.


Safety Video Library
CONCRETE:
#152 Avoid Hot Mix Hazards: Working Safely with Hot Mix (1993)
#153 Pave Your Way to Safety: Concrete Paving Safety (1993)

CONFINED SPACE:
#205 Confined Space Hotwork: Checklist to Safety (1992)
#210 Confined Space Ventilation (1992)
#133 Clearing the Air: Confined Space Entry (1991) Also Spanish

CRANES & RIGGING:
#146 Controlling the Load: Crane Rigging Safety (1992)
#162 Mobile Crane Setup (2000)
#142 Playing it Safe: An Overview of Crane Safety (1992)

ELECTRICAL:
#300 Electrical Safety for the Construction Worker (DVD) (2007)
#261 High Voltage Electrical: Pole Topping Safety (200)
#137 Take Charge: Working Safely with Temporary Electricity (1991)

ERGONOMICS:
#149 Back to Basics: Back Injury Prevention (1993) Also Spanish
#115 Ergonomics in Construction
#114 Safety Shorts: Basic Ergonomics

EXCAVATION & TRENCHING:
#113 Get the Dirt: Dig Safely (Spanish Only)
#192 In the Trenches: Excavation Safety for Workers (1996)
#136 On Solid Ground: Safe Excavation

GENERAL SAFETY:
#151 Avoid the Heat: Fire Prevention in Construction (1993)
#267 The Casino: National Erectors Association (1993)
#131 Controlling the Field: Jobsite Safety Inspections (1991)
#301 Fall Protection in Construction (DVD) Also Spanish
#155 A Firm Footing: Piledriving Safety (1993)
#260 Flagging: You're the Director (1994)
#183 Getting the Job Done Safely: Worker Safety Orientation (1995) Also Spanish
#302 High Impact: Chainsaw; Eye Protection; Lead; Forklift; Stay in Cage (DVD) Also Spanish
#225 Holiday Safety: At the Top of Your List (1994)
#175 Hot Work: Welding & Cutting Safety (1994)
#303 Housekeeping on the Job: A Plan for Success (DVD) (2007)
#132 Just the Facts: Accident Investigation (1991)
#166 Making a Difference: Emergency Medical Response (1999)
#193 Managed Risk or Wild Gamble: Enlightened Risk Allocation (1996)
#176 On the Go: Forklift Safety (1994) Also Spanish
#148 On Your Guard: Power Tool Safety (1993) Also Spanish
#158 A Part of the Process: Process Safety Management (1994)
#250 Planning for Disaster: Earthquakes
#255 Planning for Disaster: Floods
#171 Ready or Not: OSHA's Inspection & Citation Process (1993)
#264 Remember Charlie - Award Winning Movie
#189 The Road to Safety: DOT Commercial Drug Testing Req. (1995)
#143 The Rules of the Game: Employee Safety Orientation (1991)
#174 A Safe Span: Bridge Construction Safety (1993)
#139 Safety: The Bottom Line (1991)
#265 Safety: Everyone's Responsibility - Award Winning Video
#304 Safety During Renovation & Demolition Operations (DVD) (2007)
#270 Safety Meetings: Give 'Em What They Want (2002)
#266 Safety On Trial (Stute) (VHS & DVD) (1995)
#147 The Sky's the Limit: Aerial Work Platform Safety
#156 Step by Step: Job Safety Analysis (1993)
#178 Sound Advice: Hearing Conservation on the Jobsite (1994)
#194 Striving for the Best: Implementing TQM in a Construction Co. (1996)
#157 Take Control: Lockout/Tagout (1993)
#161 Thinking Ahead: Drivers Safety (1996)
#154 What Goes Up Must Come Down: Demolition Safety
#138 The Winning Ticket: Housekeeping on the Jobsite (1991) Also Spanish
#240 Winter Safety (1993)
#272 Work Zone Safety for New Drivers: A Sudden Change of Plans

HAZARDOUS MATERIALS:
#215 Asbestos Awareness: Are You at Risk?
#268 Cylinder & Gas Apparatus
#145 Exposing the Facts: Lead Exposure (1992)
#144 Handle With Care: Jobsite Hazardous Waste (1992)
#112 Hazard Communication: The System That Works (1990) Also Spanish
#150 Make the Right Move: Materials Handling Safety (1993)
#230 MSDS: Read It Before You Need It (1993)
#163 Silica Exposure: It Can Leave You Breathless (1999) Also Spanish
#177 Take the Lead On Lead: OSHA's Lead Standard (1994)
#271 Within Safe Limits: Preventing Asbestos Exposure (1998)
HUMAN RESOURCES:
#111 Drawing the Line: How to Prevent Sexual & Other Harassment (1994)
#306 Protecting Washington Workers (DVD) (2006) Spanish w/English Subtitles
#200 Media Relations: What to Do When the News Is You (1994)
#110 Sexual Harassment: Serious Business (1997)
#159 Think Again: Substance Abuse on the Jobsite (1991)
#220 Workplace Violence: The Calm Before the Storm (1994)
PERSONAL PROTECTION:
#181 The Best Strategy: Personal Protective Equipment (1997) Also Spanish
#172 Breathing Easier: The Basics of Respiratory Protection (1993)
#173 Breathing Easier: Selecting, Fitting & Maintaining Respirators (1993) Also Spanish
#179 Heightened Awareness: Fall Protection (1994) Also Spanish
#307 Personal Protective Equipment (DVD) (2007)
RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION:
#308 A Life Changing Moment: Fall Protection (DVD) (2007) Also Spanish
#262 Residential Construction Series: Roofing Safely
#263 Residential Construction Series: Siding Safely
#309 Residential Construction Safety: Various Topics (L&I) (DVD)
SCAFFOLD, LADDERS & STAIRS:
#245 Construction Scaffold Safety (1993)
#310 Ladder Safety: Don't Fall For It (DVD) (2006) Also Spanish
#160 Putting It All Together: Scaffold Safety (1996) Also Spanish
#164 Rolling Towers: Mobile Scaffold Safety (1997)
#134 Success at the Top: Stairway & Ladder Safety for Construction (1991)
TRAINING KITS:
#700 Forklift Safety Training Kit
#701 Theft & Vandalism Prevention Techniques for Moblie Equipment (DVD) (2002)
Please note that these videos are 10 to 25 minutes in length unless otherwise indicated.

Tool Box Talk Videos:
#180.17 Carbon Monoxide Safety (1992)
#180.11 Chemical Safety
#180.03 Compressed Gas Safety (1992)
#180.14 Construction Equipment Maintenance (1992)                                                                      
#180.23 Cut-Off Saw Safety (1994)
#180.02 Eye & Face Protection (1992) Also Spanish
#180.24 Employee Accountability Also Spanish
#180.01 Fire Extinguisher Operation (1992)
#180.05 Foot Protection (1992)
#180.04 Hand Protection (1992)
#180.20 Head Protection (1992)
#180.06 Hearing Protection (1992)
#180.07 Ladder Safety (1992) Also Spanish
#180.10 Powder Actualted Tool Safety (1992)
#180.15 Safety Belts for Vehicle Safety (1992)
#180.22 Skid Steer Loader Safety (1994)
#180.16 Traffic Control (1992)
#180.18 Warning Signs in Construction (1992)
#180.12 Working Around Construction Equipment (1992)
#180.19 Working Around High Voltage (1992)
#180.13 Working Safely Around Explosives (1992)
#180.08 Working Safely on Scaffolds (1992)
#180.09 Working Safely on Crane Rigging (1992)

Award Winning Video Series!
    # 264 "Remember Charlie"
    Length: 56:49

    # 265 "Safety-Everyone's Responsibility!"
    Length: 48:00


This video series presents the powerful story of "Charlie," a worker severely burned on the jobsite due to fire safety negligence. As the worker enumerates his story, he makes a compelling case for jobsite fire prevention and protection, as well as personal responsibility in jobsite safety.
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