Safety is Still #1. Even while Texas begins the process of opening up, it is crucial that we all continue to practice strict safety measures for the safety of our workers and the community at large.

Thank you to everyone who has worked to adjust to this new normal by instituting safety protocols specific to your job sites and by participating in Safety Stand Down meetings.

Many Members have reported that they are now holding regular safety meetings, in addition to employing safety measures such as social distancing, wearing masks and goggles, disinfecting tools shared among workers, and setting up hand sanitizing stations, to name just a few. Don't forget to keep an eye out not only for your job sites, but also for those you may pass during your day. If you see something out of compliance, reach out to the company to let them know.

Please do YOUR part to protect the health and welfare of OUR community.
The Construction Industry Safety Coalition (CISC) has published important updates to its  guidance  for construction employers, employees and contractors on coronavirus exposure prevention, preparedness and response.The updates in Version 2 of the plan include some significant changes and additions as more data have become available on the spread of COVID-19.
Consider Making a Donation to Wonders & Worries
Make a difference to families during one of the most difficult times in their lives. Wonders & Worries is an important Austin non-profit organization that  provides free, professional mental health support to children and teenagers during a parent’s serious physical illness .  As families are quarantined at home, their work is more crucial than ever. While W&W has quickly adapted to providing their services virtually to any family in need, donations are hard to come by at this time. Consider donating to help with their important mission . You’ll be glad you did! Additionally, if you know someone who would benefit from these services, please contact W&W today.
NAHB COVID-19 Webinar Replays Available to Members
NAHB is holding a series of webinars to help members understand various provisions of the new stimulus bills recently signed into law, and to educate home builders on CDC, OSHA, and other guidelines to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 on the job site. Access the latest webinar schedule to register and view previous webinars and slides below.
Your HBA Staff, Board and other volunteer Members,
continue to work diligently to advocate on behalf of all HBA Members
to keep the construction industry moving so our community has safe housing.

Please visit the HBA COVID-19 web page for updates
Don't Forget to Register for a FREE HBA Webinar Presented by Centricity May 5, Noon - 1pm
This information is not intended to provide legal advice, nor be the authority on COVID-19
updates, and we cannot guarantee real-time updates on every matter. We provide this
information as a courtesy for you to use in conjunction with your due diligence.