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Eric Starkowicz

Executive Director

Opening Night for the Wheeling Nailers is just two weeks away (Saturday, November 1), and we still have plenty of seats available in the Hall of Fame Suite! OVCEC members and their families are invited to join us as our guests for a great night of hockey and camaraderie.

 

OVCEC is proud to support the Wheeling Nailers this season as the First Period Sponsor for every home game. We’re also excited to return as the Opening Night Game Day Sponsor, when the Nailers host Union & Trades Workers Appreciation Night. We hope you’ll join us as we cheer on the Nailers and celebrate the hardworking men and women who keep our industry strong.

 

Reserve your spot in the Hall of Fame Suite by emailing krista@ovcec.com.

Education Meets Execution

Hands-on field experience is an essential part of the Beaver Constructors, Inc. co-op program. Their fall semester co-ops recently visited the Bridgeport Exempted Village School District where they are building a 28,500 SF addition coined “The Bridge.”


During the visit, they observed a concrete pour and learned more about Beaver’s K-12 construction services in action.

Moundsville Council Approves Bids to Outfit New City Building

Moundsville City Council recently approved bids for equipment needed for the new municipal building, police, and fire departments.


City Manager Rick Healy said audio-visual equipment will be installed by TSG at a cost of $65,707. This bid was approved in a 6-1 decision with Councilman Don DeWitt voting against it.

Wheeling Nailers Union & Trades Workers Appreciation Night

Sponsored by OVCEC

November 1, 2025, 7:10 p.m.

WesBanco Arena

Tickets

OSHA Focus Four – “Struck-By” Injury Prevention

A brick fell from the edge of second-floor scaffolding and hit a worker walking underneath squarely on his head. This injury incident caused unconsciousness, scalp lacerations, and cognitive issues. Can you think of at least three issues contributing to this accident?


OSHA’s “Focus Four” includes “struck by” incidents, which are a leading cause of fatalities in construction. These hazards occur when a worker is hit by a flying, falling, swinging, or rolling object such as tools, materials, heavy equipment, or debris.


Simple steps to prevent struck-by injuries include:

  • Wearing appropriate PPE: Ensure workers use hard hats, safety glasses, and other protective gear.
  • Using proper tools and equipment: Tether smaller tools to work belts to prevent them from falling, and use safety triggers on tools like nail guns.
  • Inspecting equipment: Thoroughly inspect all tools and machinery before use, and never work under a suspended load.
  • Creating safety zones: Establish clear pedestrian walkways and use barriers to keep workers away from heavy equipment and moving vehicles.
  • Training workers: Provide comprehensive training on how to recognize hazards and implement prevention techniques.
  • Securing everything: Properly secure all loads and materials to prevent them from falling or shifting unexpectedly.


In the case of the injury incident listed above, the worker was not wearing a hardhat, there was no toeboard on the scaffolding surface, a secure walking zone was not established on the construction site, and workers were not trained on struck-by hazards.


For great resources on “struck-by” injury prevention, please click the button below.

National Ergonomics Month

National Ergonomics Month is observed annually to highlight the value of ergonomics in the workplace. By focusing on ergonomics, organizations can improve safety, reduce strain, and increase productivity. Explore the resources below to learn more about effective ergonomics strategies.


If you hear of a project you would like to see in our Plan Room, please let us know. We will make every effort to get it. And as always, if you need prints or you are interested in getting access to our online plan room, send us a message.


If you have questions, please contact us at ovcec@ovcec.com or 304-242-0520.


Ohio Valley Construction Employers Council
Eric Starkowicz, Executive Director

304-242-0520 | www.ovcec.com