News for Regulations
New Affirmative-Action Rules Finalized
On August 27 the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) announced two final rules that will expand the affirmative-action obligations of direct federal contractors and their subcontractors with regard to veterans and individuals with disabilities. The rules upda...
Posted on: 09/10/2013
New Seattle Recycling Rules Coming on Line
The following information is provided by the City of Seattle. More information is available at www.seattle.gov/util/CDWasteManagement or contact Gabriella Uhlar-Heffner at 386-9772 or Shirli Axelrod at 684-7804.
The City of Seattle has adopted new requirements for recycling construction and bui...
Posted on: 05/13/2013
Out-of-State Prefab Form Released; Penalties for Non-Compliance
Contractors and subs who hire non-WA firms for prefabricated project-specific items for $1 million-plus public works projects must now report certain data. L&I released a standard form (Addendum to Affidavit of Wages Paid). Note: those found to have violated the reporting requirements more ...
Posted on: 11/02/2010
Most Contractors Getting Automatic Renewals of Reseller Permits
Earlier this year AGC worked for and secured changes to the two-year-old reseller permit law. Passage of that legislation is now bearing its practical fruits as the Department of Revenue announced it is sending renewed reseller permits to nearly 18000 construction businesses this month.
In 2009...
Posted on: 10/19/2010
L&I Issues Draft Heat Stress Implementation Directive
A significant proposed change from last years directive is that failure to train employees as required under the rule will be considered a serious rather than a general violation with increased fines. Click L&I Heat Stress for details.
Posted on: 05/12/2009
U.S. DOL Issues Revised Apprenticeship Regulations
On Oct. 29 2008 the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) issued its final rule revising the federal regulations (29 CFR part 29) that implement the National Apprenticeship Act. The first overhaul of the regulations in 30 years substantially changes both how an apprentice can become a journeyworker and ...
Posted on: 11/11/2008
Webinar: Off-Road Diesel Issues Facing the Construction Industry
Did you know that implementation of EPAs Off-Road Diesel Rule began in 2007 with the requirement to use Low Sulfur Diesel in all off-road equipment - yet engine manufacturers are still struggling to develop the emission-control technologies needed to meet EPAs Tier 4 emission standards? (Tier 4 ...
Posted on: 11/10/2008
AGC and DOT Work Out 7% Fuel Escalation Rate
AGC and Washington State DOT signed a supplemental agreement that provides a 7 percent fuel escalation on equipment rental rates. The agreement is in effect now through January 15 2009. For additional information visit the Specifications and Agreements section of the WSDOT website.
Posted on: 10/14/2008
Out-of-State Workers' Comp Rules Now in Effect
L&I officially adopted rules implementing AGC-supported legislation signed by the Governor that addresses the double workers comp premium payments that Washington State contractors often make when sending employees to work on out-of-state construction projects. These rules reflect the propos...
Posted on: 10/14/2008
L&I Brinks Policy is Important First Step
AGC of Washington endorsed the release of an administrative policy by the Department of Labor and Industries (L&I) regarding commute time in company vehicles.
L&Is new policy stems from the Washington State Supreme Courts Brinks decision of 2007. The Court ruled that a home security fir...
Posted on: 09/16/2008
AGC Applauds L&I Brinks Policy as Important First Step
AGC of Washington endorsed last weeks release of an administrative policy by the Department of Labor and Industries (L&I) regarding commute time in company vehicles. For a copy of the policy click here.
L&Is new policy stems from the Washington State Supreme Courts Brinks decision of 20...
Posted on: 09/09/2008
King County Ordinance Seeks to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions
The King County Department of Development and Environmental Services in consultation with AGC NAIOP MBA other business local governments the state and the public is developing an ordinance to implement a proposed policy that would allow King County to exercise substantive authority under the Stat...
Posted on: 09/04/2008
Brinks Policy Delayed
AGC Works reported that a new L&I Brinks policy was to take effect Aug. 8. However labor leaders asked L&I for and received a postponement. AGC anticipates that the policy generally supported by AGC will take effect in a few weeks. AGC will keep members apprised of developments; meanwh...
Posted on: 08/20/2008
New L&I Policy on Brinks/Commute Time Takes Effect Aug. 8
The Washington State Supreme Courts Brinks decision - regarding whether or not commute time in company vehicles is compensable - is about to come to a resolution of sorts. The Department of Labor and Industries has released a draft policy intended as a guide in the interpretation and application...
Posted on: 08/05/2008
Development in Many Areas Severely Restricted by New Floodplain Maps
Owners of billions of dollars worth of property in Washington State will see severe curbs on development once the revision of the countrys floodplain maps is completed by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
FEMA is revising the floodplain maps in support of the National Flood Insuran...
Posted on: 08/05/2008
L&I Announces Draft Regs Affecting Virtually All Types of Cranes
True or false: Proposed crane and crane operator regulations only apply to tower cranes. False!
If you have or use any of these cranes you are affected: power-operated cranes and derricks used in construction that can hoist lower and horizontally move a suspended load (with or without attachm...
Posted on: 08/05/2008
Help AGC Evaluate Cost Impact of Proposed Confined Space Rule
AGC of America is conducting a survey to determine the impact of costs of complying with OSHAs proposed confined space rule which would mean significant changes for the industry. For background click confined space rule. To complete the survey (by Aug. 4) click confined space survey. Questions?...
Posted on: 07/22/2008
New Heat Stress Rule Takes Effect July 5
Requires employers with employees who work outdoors to train employees and supervisors to recognize heat-related illness; have the ability to appropriately respond to any employee with symptoms of illness; and increase the volume of water available on days when temperatures require preventive mea...