IAmAChampion

Associated Builders and Contractors VP HS&E and Workforce Development

[IAmAChampion @I_Am_A_Champion]

@ABCNational What's stopping you? Measure, Strengthen, and Build your Health and Safety program with ABC's STEP!

[Construction Ind. Alliance for Suicide Prevention @theCIASP]

Suzanne Schmidt sees a leader as someone who helps their team be the best they can be. Whether that's through addressing issues that cause stress, or providing assistance or support, she sees it as her responsibility to care about the people and community she is leading.
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[IAmAChampion @I_Am_A_Champion]

@sscunderground @theCIASP Great group of champions doing great things to address suicide in the construction industry. Thank you all

[ABC National @ABCNational]

The “Addressing Employee Mental Health During the Pandemic and Beyond" webinar took place on Wednesday, April 15, 2020. The recording is now available to ABC members on https://t.co/Aaf7ckNoWT #ABCMeritShopProud

[Construction Ind. Alliance for Suicide Prevention @theCIASP]

Thanks to the Georgia @CFMA and @ABCNational chapters for hosting a suicide prevention summit earlier this week! Summits are a great way to connect the construction and mental health/suicide prevention community and we have resources if you’re interested in hosting one!

[ABC National @ABCNational]

Charlie Chase from the iconic radio show @crookandchase will be the master of ceremonies at the 30th Annual National Excellence in Construction® Awards gala at ABC Convention 2020 on Thursday, March 26. Register today at https://t.co/u5OdOMqkiJ #ABCMeritShopProud

[IAmAChampion @I_Am_A_Champion]

Proud to talk about the professionals in our industry. Constructing a skilled worker pipeline | WorkingNation https://t.co/ZjRdUVosaC via

[Construction Ind. Alliance for Suicide Prevention @theCIASP]

CIASP Chair @mwalker1127 and Vice Chair @I_Am_A_Champion presenting a panel discussion on #SuicidePrevention at the @ConstrLeaders Conference. @ABCNational @CNA_Insurance @LittlerLaw @sscunderground

[ABC National @ABCNational]

ABC's Mike Bellaman was at the @WhiteHouse yesterday for the announcement of a proposed rule to modernize the National Environmental Policy Act to eliminate unnecessary delays that cause budget overruns in construction and streamline permitting. #ABCMeritShopProud

[Construction Ind. Alliance for Suicide Prevention @theCIASP]

While other causes of workplace fatalities continue to decrease, suicide rates, including those in the workplace, are on the rise. Employers, especially in high risk industries like construction, must act now. #STANDupforSuicidePrevention https://t.co/mUI1g1P7ze

[IAmAChampion @I_Am_A_Champion]

OSHA stated “ABC 2019 Safety Performance Report - Shows the impact that leading indicator use has on a company's safety performance in the construction industry. Associated Builders and Contractors.” You can follow this link https://t.co/DpVcQE7d2Q @ABCNational

[Construction Ind. Alliance for Suicide Prevention @theCIASP]

Exciting news in the suicide prevention world! A 3 digit number: 988 - was approved by the FCC to be a "suicide 911" which will make accessing help much easier for suicidal individuals and for those helping them. https://t.co/yUQboY2oFb

[IAmAChampion @I_Am_A_Champion]

A Construction Company Embraces Frank Talk About Mental Health To Reduce Suicide https://t.co/rfU3BRteLA

[IAmAChampion @I_Am_A_Champion]

ABC’s 69 Chapters offer more than 800 apprenticeships, craft, safety and construction management education programs throughout the country. Thanks to all the men and women who are learning how to build America. Happy National Apprenticeship Week! #NAW2019 #ABCMeritShopProud

[IAmAChampion @I_Am_A_Champion]

On-the-job education and apprenticeships are a huge part of ABC’s workforce development program. In fact, it accounts for 8.3% of contractor members’ annual payroll. #NAW2019 #ABCMeritShopProud

[IAmAChampion @I_Am_A_Champion]

Safety education accounted for the greatest share of workforce investment at 48%, or $1,306 per employee, in 2018. #NAW2019 #ABCMeritShopProud

[Construction Ind. Alliance for Suicide Prevention @theCIASP]

Today we thank Veterans for their service and ask contractors to help reduce their risk for suicide. The CIASP has a resource section devoted to employers of Veterans to help support their unique needs and risks. Take a moment today to learn more. https://t.co/AF2mKkY9Ft

[IAmAChampion @I_Am_A_Champion]

ABC offers a variety of safety education opportunities through its 69 chapters nationwide. Visit https://t.co/Tp9Xu3OTmK to find out more. #ABCMeritShopProud

[National Safety Council @NSCsafety]

. @OSHA_DOL to discuss #LeadingIndicators, which can prevent incidents. @ABCNational says they have great results from regular #ToolBoxTalks and substance use disorder policies. Learn more: https://t.co/yYOwI4TP7J

[IAmAChampion @I_Am_A_Champion]

ABC helps members achieve world-class safety performance through the STEP safety management system. Visit https://t.co/s9PT0dDR72 to find out more. #ABCMeritShopProud