| | Registration for the 2025 Florida Asphalt Scholarship Program Sporting Clays event on October 4 in Lithia, Florida, is now open! All proceeds go to the Florida Asphalt Scholarship Fund, which is distributed to incoming college and trade school students who have a connection to Florida's Asphalt Industry. | | TRIP has released a new report titled Addressing America’s Traffic Safety Crisis: Examining the Causes of Increasing U.S. Traffic Fatalities and Identifying Solutions to Improve Traffic Safety. This timely report analyzes traffic fatality trends from 2014 to 2024 at both national and state levels, identifies contributing factors to the rise in fatalities, and outlines a comprehensive strategy for improving traffic safety across the country. To see the reports by state, click here. | | |
The Florida Department of Corrections is actively seeking employers who are open to hiring justice-involved individuals who have earned industry certifications and completed job-readiness programs while incarcerated. These candidates are thoroughly vetted and can participate in pre-release hiring events via Zoom, Teams, phone, or in person.
Becoming a Fair Chance Employer is not only a way to help individuals reintegrate into society—it also offers hiring incentives and access to a motivated, trained workforce.
Ready to learn more or get involved? Please see the infographics below, or fill out this Fair Chance Employer form and send it to Alicia Warren at alicia.warren@FDC.myflorida.com.
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Join the NAPA webinar on August 21 at 2 - 3 PM ET
Since 1991, the Asphalt Paving Handbook has a served as a trusted reference for our industry. Earlier this year, the newest edition of the Handbook was released with a greater emphasis on airfield paving, offering new guidance tailored to the unique requirements of airport projects.
During this webinar, you'll:
- Deepen your knowledge of best practices for both roadway and airfield projects
- Get a behind-the-scenes look at the collaboration between NAPA, the Asphalt Institute, and Applied Research Associated (ARA)
- Learn more about AAPTP projects related to the Handbook, including an Airfield Video series
Be part of the conversation that shapes our industry’s future. Join this webinar and get a head start on integrating the new Handbook into your work.
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We’re excited to unveil ACAF’s new interactive Dashboard—designed exclusively for members to explore asphalt tonnage data across Florida’s State system.
Click the static image to view the detailed pdf, or the button above to navigate to the fully functioning dashboard today!
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Ajax Paving teed off its 24th Annual Charity Golf Tournament at Heron Creek Golf & Country Club. It raised over $150,000 for local non-profit organizations thanks to the sponsors, golfers, and volunteers!
Photo credit: Ajax Paving Industries
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CWR Contracting recently had the chance to take part in a local "Teachers Return to School Breakfast," where the team handed out boxed gifts, gift cards, and a few extra goodies.
Photo credit: CWR Contracting
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Hubbard Construction welcomes Chad Knollinger to the VINCI Construction USA 2025 Internship Program! Chad is attending the University of Florida and pursuing a degree in Construction Management.
Photo credit: Hubbard Construction Company
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Reason Foundation: Florida in Top 20 for Interstate Safety, Spending in the U.S.
Florida’s urban and rural highway systems are fairly decent compared to the rest of the county, but according to a new study, their conditions have improved slightly in the past year.
The Sunshine State’s interstate roadways are not quite at the top, but they’re in the top 20, according to the Reason Foundation’s “Annual Highway Report.” The analysis found that Florida was 14th in terms of safe interstate conditions. However, the study found a six-spot decline for Florida, ranked eighth in the previous report.
Source: Florida Politics
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How Well-Trained Field Leaders Can Improve Construction Project Safety
In the high-risk environment of construction, safety isn’t just a matter of policy—it’s a matter of leadership. Construction superintendents and foremen are critical to maintaining safety on the job site.
Their decisions, communication style and ability to model and enforce safety practices have a direct impact on the health and welfare of their workforce.
Source: Construction Citizen
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