Distracted driving claims the lives of thousands each year. FOR Ohio supports Governor Mike DeWine's proposed legislation in HB74, the state transportation budget. Learn more about the case for a #HandsFreeOhio. bit.ly/37HMivx

Ohio is one of only 4 states without primary enforcement laws for adults using electronics while driving. Several other states that have passed laws similar to our #HandsFreeOhio proposal have seen significant decreases in traffic fatalities. More info ➡ bit.ly/HandsFreeOH

Celebrate Women in Construction Week! OCA is proud to celebrate the women who make construction happen. Ann Nerone (Ballast Fence) became the 1st woman inducted as OCA Chair of the Board in 2014, paving the way for the women who would follow.

“There are more opportunities than ever for women in every aspect of construction. No barriers exist and I highly encourage all construction-minded women to consider participating in this rewarding industry.” - Ann Nerone, Owner/President of Ballast Fence #WomenInConstruction

““There has never been a better time than now to be a woman in construction. You may be the only woman in the room, but you will never be alone because you have your ‘Sisters’ for support. #FOUNDMYTRIBE.” -Amy Hall, President, Ebony Construction Co., Inc., 2019 Thank you, Amy!

“I am proud to be a part of one of the greatest industries in the great state of Ohio. The abundance of opportunity is amazing.” -Meg Rietschlin, President/CFO Rietschlin Construction, Inc., Treasurer/OCA Executive Committee Thank you, Meg! #womeninconstruction

“We need more women in construction. So put on those steel toe boots and help me shatter some glass ceilings!“ -Mary Fantozzi, President/CFO, JD Williamson Construction Co., member of OCA Board of Directors Thank you Mary! #womeninconstruction

OCA is grateful to the volunteer members who give so much of their time, energy and expertise to the industry, and whose combined commitment and leadership power OCA. We are pleased to call out just a few of you by name, starting with members of OCA's 2021 Executive Committee:

OCA remains at the heart of the heavy/highway industry in Ohio thanks to the governance of a group of volunteer leaders that reads like a list of Who's Who. Find out more: ohiocontractors.org/OCAColors/Abou…

It's Go Orange Day! Show your support, and help raise work zone safety awareness by wearing something orange today. Be sure to post your pictures on social media using #Orange4Safety and tag us. #NWZAW

Go Orange Day and #NWZAW is an important time to show your support for work zone safety and honor those who have lost their lives in work zones accidents.

Struck-by incidents are the leading cause of nonfatal injuries in the #construction industry. Wear orange today to provide a visible reminder of the deadly dangers of inattention at highway work areas. bit.ly/WorkZoneAwaren… #GoOrangeDay #NWZAW

2021 National Work Zone Awareness Week: Drive Safe. Work Safe. Save Lives. #GoOrangeDay #Orange4Safety #NWZAW2021

Your OCA staff is wearing orange in recognition of National Work Zone Safety Awareness Week. There were 4,540 crashes in Ohio work zones in 2020. Eighteen of those crashes were deadly, resulting in 19 deaths. #DistractedDriving #payattention #justdrive #putthephonedown

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OCA urges everyone to drive as if it is a matter of life - because it can be. #moveover #putthephonedown content.govdelivery.com/accounts/OHDOT…

Oct. 2018-Sept. 2019, there were 1,499 citations/$7,000,000+ in penalties to companies failing to meet their OSHA compliance obligations for trenching/excavation projects. Keep your team safe; register for a FREE Trench Safety class at OCA. #trenchsafety ohiocontractors.org/iCore/Events/E…

OCA is pleased to be part of planning this event and helping to showcase heavy highway construction careers!

True student learning happening today at the 2021 Trades Expo held at the Franklin county fairgrounds. Luv the strong student interest in learning more about Tolles Career & Technical Center opportunities. TY to Hilliard Schools and OH Contractors Assoc.

URGENT action needed to prevent suspension of essential federal gas tax that would only save taxpayers about $2/week, but would have a huge impact on road and bridge projects. agc.p2a.co/GTziLPd