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Ironworkers Wage Increase 6/1/2025
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May 2, 2025
Safety Tip of the Month: Heat Illness Prevention
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April 17, 2025
Recovery Efforts After LA Fires Show Remarkable Progress
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April 16, 2025
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March 7, 2025
2025 Directory
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March 3, 2025
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January 10, 2025
Safety Tip of the Month: Wildfire Smoke Safety
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January 7, 2025
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2025 Event Calendar
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November 19, 2024
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November 19, 2024
World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims
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October 23, 2024
Drowsy Driving – Daylight Saving
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September 19, 2024
Safety Tip of the Month – The Dangers of Wildfire Smoke
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September 16, 2024
September/October Magazine 2024
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Labor Wage Rates Document
OE Local 12 SD SubZone Area Map
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August 30, 2024
Mobile App and AI Assistant Taking SCCA to New Heights
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Directory
August 27, 2024
2024 Directory
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August 7, 2024
July/ August Magazine 2024
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Labor MOUs Document
OE MOU Drug Testing
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Laborers Appendix D Water Truck Wages 7/1/2024
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June 21, 2024
May/June Magazine – 2024
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Laborers Parking & Highway Improvement Agreement – Re: Private Work Striping, Slurry & Seal Coat – Wage Increase 7/1/2025
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Laborers Parking & Highway Improvement Agreement – Re: Covering Parking Lots, Game Courts, Playgrounds – Wage Increase 7/1/2025
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Laborers Parking & Highway Agreement – Wage Increase 7/1/2025
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Laborers Horizontal Directional Drilling Private Work Agreement – Wage Increase 7/1/2025
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Laborers Horizontal Directional Drilling Agreement – Wage Increase 7/1/2025
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Contractors Labor Legislation News
May 21, 2024
Pending Initiatives Poised to Generate $1 Billion in Local Infrastructure Revenue
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Contractors Labor Safety News
May 16, 2024
SCCA Workers Comp Insurance
An SCCA Member Exclusive Benefit
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April 30, 2024
Mar/Apr Magazine -2024
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Labor Wage Rates Document
OE Local 12 Subzone Areas Map
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Safety Article
March 6, 2024
Safety Tip of the Month – Daylight Saving
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March 5, 2024
Jan/Feb Magazine – 2024
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March 5, 2024
Energizing Kickoff: Inaugural Pipeline and Underground Committee Unveiled
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Labor MOUs Document
Operating Engineers: In-Cab Cameras MOU 2024
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Regulation Document
RD99 – Red Dyed Renewable Diesel 2024
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Contractors News
February 6, 2024
50 Years Strong: SCCA Marks a Golden Milestone
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Safety Article
January 9, 2024
OSHA 300A Forms
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Contractors Safety News
November 29, 2023
I-10 Freeway Arson Threatens Holiday Commute
A major fire started due to suspected arson threatening the vital infrastructure of the I-10 freeway two weeks ago, which serves as a major artery of freeways in the Los Angeles area for roughly 300,000 commuters.
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Labor Wage Rates Document
Teamsters San Diego Wage Increase 7/1/2023
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Teamsters Wage Increase 7/1/2024
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Laborers Parking and Highway Wage Increase (Lots, Courts, Playgrounds) 7/1/2023
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Laborers Parking and Highway Wage Increase (Striping, Slurry and Seal) 7/1/2023
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Laborers San Diego Wage Increase 7/1/2025
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Laborers Wage Increase 7/1/2025
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Operating Engineers Hydro-Vac Wage Increase 9/1/2024
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Operating Engineers Inspection Group Wage Increase 10/1/2024
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Operating Engineers Concrete Pumpers Wage Increase 7/1/2024
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Labor MOUs Wage Rates Document
Operating Engineers San Diego Wage Increase w/ MOU 7/1/2024
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Labor MOUs Wage Rates Document
Operating Engineers Wage Increase w/ MOU 7/1/2024
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Ironworkers Wage Increase 1/1/2025
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Cement Masons San Diego Wage Increase 7/1/2024
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Cement Masons Wage Increase 7/1/2024
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Carpenters Wage Increase 7/1/2025
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Labor MOUs Document
MOU (Drug and Alcohol Abuse Policy)
Effective Dates: July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2026
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Labor MOAs Document
MOA (Waivers of Paid Leave Requirements)
Waivers of Paid Leave Requirements Including COVID-19 Regarding Supplemental Sick Leave
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Labor MOAs Document
MOA (FFCRA)
Regarding FFCRA Sick Leave Contributions Under the MLA
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Labor MOAs Document
MOA (Pre-Employment COVID-19 Testing)
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Labor MOUs Document
OE MOU
Supplemental Paid Leave Due to COVID-19
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Labor Document
Concrete Pumpers (12 Counties)
Effective Dates: July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2025
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Labor Document
Mobile Crane Operators Group (12 Counties)
Effective Dates: July 1,2022 – June 30, 2025
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Labor Document
Contributions to Health and Welfare under new Families First Coronavirus Response Act
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Labor MOUs Document
Millwright’s MOU
First Amendment of Supplemental Paid Sick Leave due to COVID-19
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Labor MOUs Document
Carpenters MOU
First Amendment of Supplemental Paid Sick Leave due to COVID-19
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News
November 13, 2023
SCCA Names 2023 President’s Gala Award Winners
The Southern California Contractors Association (SCCA), the region’s leading member-driven, nonprofit association for union contractors, has announced the winners of it 2023 President’s Gala awards program.
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Directory
November 8, 2023
2023 Directory
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Education Document
Construction University New Application Packet
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Education Document
Construction University Class Reimbursement Form
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Legislation News
October 11, 2023
September Breeds Local & National Milestones for SCCA
September was an eventful month for the Southern California Contractors Association, where many firsts were established.
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August 29, 2023
SCCA Welcomes New Executive Director
The Southern California Contractors Association (SCCA) announced that Charlie Nobles will begin his role as SCCA’s Executive Director this week.
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August 15, 2023
July/August 2023
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July 5, 2023
Business Support Manager (Position Filled)
The Southern California Contractors Association (SCCA) Business Support Manager (BSM), reporting directly to the Executive Director (ED), manages the financial and business operations of SCCA in a responsible and confidential manner.
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Article
June 27, 2023
Debate Continues Regarding Anticipated Material Costs for the Industry
Many have expressed fears regarding further fluctuating prices for construction materials in the industry.  
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June 15, 2023
May/June 2023
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Annual Partners
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Education Safety Article
April 21, 2023
Stress Awareness Month: Pressures in the Construction Industry
April is Stress Awareness Month, and Southern California Contractors Association (SCCA) is seeking to provide insight into good mental health practices in the workplace.
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News
March 24, 2023
2023 Breakfast With the Trades – OE12
Another successful and well attended event here at the Southern California Contractors Association (SCCA).
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March 15, 2023
March/April 2023
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January 15, 2023
January/February 2023
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Safety Document
Safety Checklist – Jan 2023
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December 15, 2022
Nov/Dec 2022
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Safety Document
Safety Tip – Dec 2022
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Labor Article
November 28, 2022
What SCCA Labor Relations Can Do For You
Anything can happen on a jobsite or behind the scenes. At the Southern California Contractors Association (SCCA), we know it is critical to have the resources and support you need to guarantee a smooth and successful year.
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Safety Document
Safety Tip – Nov 2022
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Legislation News
October 20, 2022
Government Affairs Meets with New Caltrans Director
On October 18th, 2022, the Southern California Contractors Association gathered with elected officials in Newport Beach, California, for a reception to strengthen existing friendships and create new ones with fellow members and policymakers.
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October 15, 2022
Sept/Oct 2022
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August 1, 2022
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June 15, 2022
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May 24, 2022
Construction University and What We Offer
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April 15, 2022
March/April 2022
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March 17, 2022
The Passing of Patricia “Pat” Poss
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Patricia L (Pat) Poss who left us last Friday, April 29, 2022. Pat, together with her husband, Charlie, were founding members of the SCCA all the way back in 1974.
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February 15, 2022
January/February 2022
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January 15, 2022
2022 Annual Member Directory
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December 15, 2021
November/December 2021
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October 15, 2021
September/October 2021
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August 15, 2021
July/August 2021
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June 23, 2021
Passing of Leonard Savala
Leonard Savala, the founder of Savala Equipment Company, passed away in late May of 2021.  
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June 15, 2021
May/June 2021
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April 15, 2021
March/April 2021
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Safety News
March 30, 2021
American Rescue Plan Act Extends FFCRA Tax Credits and Expands Employee Options
President Biden signed the $1.9 trillion COVID-19 stimulus plan, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (the “ARPA”).
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Safety News
March 30, 2021
COVID Vaccine Alert
SCCA is closely monitoring vaccine eligibility and encourages vaccination as soon as possible.
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February 15, 2021
January/February 2021
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Directory
January 15, 2021
2021 Annual Directory
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December 15, 2020
November/December 2020
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October 15, 2020
September/October 2020
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Contractors News
September 2, 2020
Marina Landscape Still Growing at 50
This year marks the 50th anniversary for Marina Landscape, one of the largest landscaping contractors in California.
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August 15, 2020
July/August 2020
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June 15, 2020
May/June 2020
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April 15, 2020
March/April 2020
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February 15, 2020
January/February 2020
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January 15, 2020
2020 Annual Member Directory
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December 15, 2019
November/December 2019
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December 2, 2019
Start the Year with New SCCA Events
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Contractors Labor News
November 21, 2019
Thatcher Yard Project Brings Construction Job Opportunities
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News
November 17, 2019
Los Angeles to Las Vegas in 90 Minutes Could Happen by 2023
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Legislation Article
November 13, 2019
How CARB Is Spending Cap-and-Trade Money
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Contractors Legislation News
November 6, 2019
CSLB Needs Our Help
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Legal Article
October 30, 2019
Ensuring Payment for Change Order Work
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Safety Article
October 23, 2019
Fatigue in the Construction Industry
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Article
October 19, 2019
Transportation Revolution for Metro
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Article
October 16, 2019
“Quick Builds” Gaining Momentum
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Magazine
October 15, 2019
September/October 2019
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Legislation Article
October 9, 2019
The Move to “Best Value Delivery”
The Best Value Delivery Pilot Program presents a unique opportunity for SCCA members to work with policymakers and participating counties.
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Legislation News
October 8, 2019
Impact of Assembly Bill 5 on Construction Industry
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News
October 2, 2019
2019 Membership Appreciation Mixer
SCCA’s chance to say “Thank you” for all you do.
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News
September 30, 2019
Southern California Contractors Association Autumn Events
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News
September 25, 2019
The 2019 Scholarship Award Winners
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Labor Article
September 20, 2019
Women Building Careers in the Construction Industry
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Education Article
September 18, 2019
3 Things You Should Know About Your Investment Portfolio Before the Next Market Downturn
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Education Article
September 11, 2019
A Tale of Two Contractors
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September 10, 2019
3 Tips for Dealing with Construction Labor Shortage
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Legislation Article
September 6, 2019
AB 1270 Amendments to California False Claims Act
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Education Article
September 4, 2019
Taking the Charge Out of Battery Theft
Batteries might as well have a target on them: they can be relatively easy to steal, many companies don’t have any way of identifying the batteries if they are stolen, and they can be incredibly easy for thieves to re-sell for a quick buck.
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Safety Article
September 4, 2019
Dig Safe Board Update
It’s very rare for the State of California to create a new government entity, be it a new department, agency or board. Not so unusual is the rebranding of a department.
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Education Safety Article
September 1, 2019
Surviving an OSHA Inspection
No matter what size construction company you are, if you’re contracting in the state of California you’ve either heard about or seen a Cal/OSHA inspection take place.
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Legislation Article
August 28, 2019
Participate!
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News
August 28, 2019
Southern California Contractors Association Wins Gold dotCOMM Award for Website
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Education Article
August 23, 2019
SCCA Construction University Offers Resources for Learning
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Contractors News
August 21, 2019
Trench Shoring Co. Scores Touchdown at LA Memorial Coliseum
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Safety Article
August 16, 2019
ABC Safety Performance Report Highlights Ways to Reduce Incidents
As the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) points out, “Every company that works in nonresidential construction wants to send its workers home in the same condition in which they arrived—if not even better—after an active day of work that stimulates the mind and body.” 
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August 15, 2019
July/August 2019
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Contractors News
August 14, 2019
Thank you to United Rentals Trench Shoring for hosting the 2019 Summer Membership Kick-Off.
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Safety News
August 9, 2019
Recent SoCal Earthquakes Shake Structural Awareness
When the magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck Southern California near Ridgecrest on July 5, it was the largest in two decades.
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Education Article
August 7, 2019
The Culture of Continuity
When people talk about the continuity of construction businesses, the focus is typically on the technical elements, such as who the buyer will be, how the purchase will be funded, tax ramifications and how to maintain bonding and banking credit.
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Education Article
July 31, 2019
Life Settlement: An Alternative Life Insurance Exit Strategy
You might be surprised to hear that there is a thriving marketplace that purchases unwanted or unneeded life insurance policies.
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Article
July 25, 2019
5 Construction Industry Trends in 2019 That Will Carry Over into 2020
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Legislation Article
July 24, 2019
Recession is Due — What’s State Government Done to Prepare?
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Legislation News
July 20, 2019
Measure W in Los Angeles County Impacts SoCal Construction Industry
In November 2018, residents voted to pass Measure W in Los Angeles County. The new property tax is projected to raise hundreds of millions of dollars annually to capture and clean up stormwater. It will also have a beneficial impact on the Southern California construction industry.
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News
July 19, 2019
Pavement Rehabilitation Project to Begin on State Route 60
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Contractors News
July 17, 2019
Welcome New Members!
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July 16, 2019
SB 1 Bridge Replacement Project to Begin on State Route 60
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News
July 15, 2019
SCCA Scholarship Awards Help Students Majoring in Construction Industry Fields
The cost of college today is expensive. Southern California Contractors Association is proud to have the opportunity to help our industry’s youth by granting educational financial scholarships to students who major in construction industry fields of study. On August 21, the association recognizes winners during the annual SCCA Scholarship Awards dinner.
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Legislation News
July 10, 2019
SB 1 Work Pouring Out of Sacramento
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News
July 10, 2019
Southern California Contractors Association Accomplishments to Date
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Education Article
July 5, 2019
Embracing Technological Innovation in The Construction Industry
As technology advances, it impacts more and more industries, requiring businesses to adapt, update and embrace it in order to stay competitive.
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Contractors Article
July 3, 2019
Caltrans Flexible Work Windows Initiative
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Article
June 28, 2019
Southern California Contractors Association Members Empower Industry Growth
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Legislation News
June 26, 2019
SCCA Takes Initiative For The Federal Transportation Deal To Washington D.C.
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June 26, 2019
So Many Entity Choices, So Little Time …
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Legislation News
June 25, 2019
New California Employment Laws Affect Construction Industry
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June 25, 2019
Southern California Contractors Association Launches Website Redesign
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Safety Article
June 25, 2019
The Ripple Effect
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June 24, 2019
SCCA Members and Guests Convene at Near Valley Meeting
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June 17, 2019
SCCA Shootout raises More Than $20,000 for the PAC
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June 15, 2019
May/June 2019
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June 10, 2019
California’s Roads Might “Bite the Dust”
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Labor Article
June 3, 2019
Bringing New Blood into the Industry
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June 1, 2019
It Happened Again … Don’t Let It Happen to You
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Education Document
Construction University – Example Class List
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Article
May 27, 2019
Health Insurance After Age 65 — Medicare Planning
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May 20, 2019
Can a Single Project Take You Down?
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Legislation Article
May 13, 2019
California Will Test the Third Rail, Again
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Article
May 6, 2019
Goin’ Fishin’
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Legislation Article
May 1, 2019
Measure W Creates Opportunities for SCCA Members
According to estimates, this new tax could generate as many as 6,500 more construction jobs.
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Legal Article
April 30, 2019
Contract Administration … A Refresher
A quick refresher course on three aspects of contract administration.
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Safety Article
April 29, 2019
The Hidden Cost of an OSHA Citation
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Contractors Article
April 26, 2019
Member Spotlight: Conco Pumping
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Education Article
April 22, 2019
Steady Growth for the Rental Industry
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April 15, 2019
March/April 2019
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Contractors Article
April 15, 2019
Concrete on a Roll?
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Article
April 8, 2019
Volvo CE to Release Electric Construction Equipment
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Education Article
April 1, 2019
Why We Make Bad Decisions
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Legislation Article
March 29, 2019
Rainforests are Important, but AB 572 Goes Too Far
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Legislation News
March 25, 2019
One Day That Can Make a Big Difference
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Safety News
March 14, 2019
28 SCCA Members Receive Excellence in Accident Prevention Awards
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Article
March 11, 2019
Knowledge is Power
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News
March 3, 2019
6th Annual Meacham Memorial Golf Tournament
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Article
March 1, 2019
It’s Time to Step Up
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Stop Payment Notice Form
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Stop Payment Notice Instructions
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Release of Mechanic’s Lien Form
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Release of Mechanic’s Lien Instructions
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Preliminary Lien Notice Form
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Preliminary Lien Notice Instructions
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Notice to Surety & Principal Form
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Notice to Surety & Principal Instructions
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Mechanics Lien Form
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Mechanics Lien Instructions
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Legal Article
February 28, 2019
New Case Affirms Dynamex
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Education Article
February 24, 2019
Dollar-Cost Averaging vs. Lump-Sum Investing
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Labor Article
February 22, 2019
CEO or Chief Risk Officer – Which Are You?
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Article
February 20, 2019
Getting in Gear
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Contractors News
February 18, 2019
SCCA is Proud to Welcome These New Members
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February 15, 2019
January/February 2019
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Legislation Article
February 13, 2019
PAGA Reform for Union Contractors Makes It into 2019 State Laws
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Safety Article
February 12, 2019
Community Matters
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Legislation Article
February 10, 2019
City of Los Angeles Using DBFOM
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Article
February 5, 2019
SCCA’s Local Government Advocacy Program
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Contractors Article
February 1, 2019
Sukut Construction Celebrates The First 50 Years of Its Journey
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Contractors Document
Membership Information
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Legislation Article
January 20, 2019
9th Circuit Upholds Constitutionality of AB 219
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Article
January 19, 2019
A Look Back at 2018 and What Lies Ahead
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News
January 18, 2019
2019 Economic Forecast Highlights
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Article
January 16, 2019
Highlights of the 2018 Presidential Gala
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Safety Article
January 15, 2019
Governor Newsom’s Budget Priorities
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Education Article
January 14, 2019
Seasonality of Investment Markets: What’s the Best Month to Invest?
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Article
January 13, 2019
PG&E Bankruptcy Overshadows Bigger Issue for Construction Industry
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Legislation Article
January 12, 2019
Good News for the Construction Industry
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Legislation Article
January 10, 2019
2019 laws impacting the construction industry
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Article
January 8, 2019
President’s Message
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Legislation Article
January 1, 2019
Billions of dollars for infrastructure construction
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Safety Article
December 20, 2018
Holiday theft prevention tips
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Magazine
December 15, 2018
November/December 2018
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Article
December 10, 2018
Are You Ready for the Recession?
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Legal Article
December 1, 2018
Are you ready for electronic filing with the trust funds?
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News
November 12, 2018
Sold-Out SCCA Shootout Raises Money for PAC
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Article
November 5, 2018
New funding for positive barrier in work zones.
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News
November 1, 2018
Membership Appreciation Mixer Highlights
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October 15, 2018
September/October 2018
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Contractors Article
September 14, 2018
West Coast Sand & Gravel
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August 15, 2018
July/August 2018
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June 15, 2018
May/June 2018
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April 15, 2018
March/April 2018
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February 15, 2018
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December 15, 2017
November/December 2017
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October 15, 2017
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August 15, 2017
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June 15, 2017
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April 15, 2017
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February 15, 2017
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