Spotlighting the tools and programs that keep our members ahead this September—whether it’s creating safer jobsites, building careers in construction, or unlocking exclusive savings. Thank you for being part of our community and helping us strengthen the merit shop industry across Nebraska and South Dakota. | | |
Suicide Prevention Month
Stand Up.Speak Out.Save Lives.
September is Suicide Prevention Month, and ABC stands up for safe and caring cultures across the industry. Weekly resources, toolbox talks, and CIASP’s #SeptemberStandUp campaign are here to help you start the conversation.
Explore Resources.
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New! Safety Talks & Meetings Library
Building a Culture of Safety and Awareness
We're excited to announce that we've launched a new Safety Talks & Meetings Library to help members build safer jobsites and stronger crews. Each month, you’ll find four new toolbox talks, one complete safety meeting package, and occasional bonus signage ready to download. September’s resources include topics like Electrical Fire Safety, Steel Erection, and Concrete Finishing—plus a growing archive of talks you can use anytime.
Explore the Safety Talks & Meetings Library.
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STEP Safety and Health Management System
Safety That Deserves the Spotlight.
ABC’s STEP Health and Safety Management System provides contractors and suppliers with a robust, no-cost framework for measuring safety data and benchmarking with peers in the industry.
The self-assessment tool helps participants identify real opportunities for scalable growth in their health and safety programs to lower their total recordable incident rates. Learn About STEP Recognition.
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Drug-and Alcohol-Free Workplace Pledge
Clear Minds, Safer Jobsites.
The Construction Coalition for a Drug—and Alcohol-Free Workplace (CCDAFW) was created to provide companies and organizations with the resources necessary to successfully implement an effective substance abuse policy. Join your fellow industry leaders in pledging your support to eliminate substance abuse-related incidents on construction jobsites!
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Supervisor Pocket Guide –
New Available for Download
ABC NESD has created a new Supervisor Pocket Guide—a quick, practical reference to help frontline leaders handle union encounters and employee conversations the right way.
The guide outlines what supervisors can say, cannot say, and must avoid, plus step-by-step guidance if a union representative arrives onsite. Download Your Copy
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2026 Membership Directory & Resource Guide
ABC NESD is partnering with E&M Consulting, Inc. to produce the 2026 Directory in print and digital. Advertising opportunities will be available to help you showcase your business.
For questions or to get involved, contact Ryan Dovenmuehler at 800-572-0011 ext. 0119 or ryan.d@eandmsales.com.
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October is Careers in Construction Month –
Building Tomorrow's Workforce Today
October is Careers in Construction Month! Get ready to highlight the opportunities and career paths available in construction. We’ll share tools and stories you can use to showcase the workforce that builds our future.
Learn More.
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Electrical Continuing Education – Oct. 18 & 25
ABC NESD is hosting two continuing education opportunities this October:
The cost is $200 for members and $250 for non-members.
Remember, the Iowa 3-year code cycle ends this year.
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Post Jobs for Free on the ABC NESD Job Board
Your membership includes unlimited job postings to help you find local, qualified talent and showcase your company culture.
[Post a Job →] | [View Openings →]
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Join Us for the 2025 ABC NESD Sporting Clay Tournament
Join us for the 2025 Sporting Clays Tournament at Oak Creek Sporting Club in Brainard, NE. Sponsorship opportunities available!
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
Oak Creek Sporting Club in Brainard, NE.
Questions? Please email Sheilar@abcnesd.org.
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ABC Golf Outing Recap
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for the 2025 ABC NESD Annual Golf Outing! From great shots on the course to valuable networking and camaraderie, it was another unforgettable day with our members and friends.
Relive the highlights and view the full photo gallery here: View Photos »
Please take a moment to share your thoughts on this year’s event so we can make next year’s outing even better. Take the Survey »
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Mark Your Calendars—
Sporting Clays
📍 Oak Creek Sporting Club: October 8
Leadership Conference
📍 Marco Island, FL: November 11-13
ABC Holiday Party
📍 Net Par, Gretna: December 4
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Upcoming ABC National Events and Webinars
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Construction Backlog Indicator Falls, Contractor Optimism Stable
"The dip in backlog observed in August is not surprising given ongoing declines in nonresidential construction spending," said ABC Chief Economist Anirban Basu. "While backlog in the heavy industry and infrastructure categories has held up well, commercial and institutional backlog has not. With private sector projects struggling with rising materials costs, policy uncertainty and reemerging labor shortages, that category may remain weak over the next few quarters."
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– Mark Twain
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