Become an ABC Member

If you are a general contractor or specialty contractor, or if you supply materials or services to the construction industry......

ABC MEMBERSHIP IS FOR YOU!

How Does ABC Serve You?

As a member.... ABC will actively promote your company to construction users at both the chapter and national level.  The National office in Washington D.C. maintains computerized profiles of member companies and provides them to construction users for specific projects.

As a member.... ABC National and the Northern Ohio Chapter will provide labor relations information and assistance specially tailored to your firm, regardless of its size or type.  All members receive a FREE, initial consultation with chapter attorneys on any new legal issue.  ABC offers your company the flexibility to respond with training and/or consulting on almost any topic that effects your business.

As a member.... Your voice will be heard in city, state and federal governments.  ABC serves as the spokesman for your company, protecting your rights in legislative and regulatory areas.  Ohio ABC, the government affairs arm of the three ABC chapters in Ohio, stands right by your side during any legislative issue that effects our industry.

As a member.... Your company will have access to a comprehensive, highly-acclaimed craft-training program.  Approved by the U.S. Department of Labor and the Bureau of Apprenticeship Training, ABC's craft training program covers 16 separate crafts that can be used in a "learn as you earn" task-oriented program.  At ABC we are training tomorrow's workforce today!

As a member.... You'll receive chapter and national publications, newsletters, special bulletins and directories that will keep you informed on matters of critical importance in Merit Construction.  You'll meet and work with other members during chapter meetings and social events.

As a member.... Your company will have access to monthly safety training classes.  In conjunction with our safety consultant, CORE Safety Network, ABC takes your company's safety seriously.  FREE safety talk CD's are available to members, which are perfect for paycheck stuffers and and safety meetings.  The OSHA Preferred Partner Program, a Northern Ohio ABC exclusive, is available to those members with a true commitment to safety.  All of your company's safety needs are available through one source: ABC.

As a member.... Your company has the opportunity to participate in ABC Group Rating, a plan development by Northern Ohio ABC.  ABC Group Rating will help lower your workers' compensation costs, reduce the time spent administering your claims and help improve your company's safety record.  The Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation now requires all contractors bidding state work to have a Drug-Free Workplace Program.  If your company does not have a program, ABC can help.

As a member.... You have the opportunity to serve on a wide range of committees and participate in programs designed to promote your company and your industry.

Becoming an ABC Member

ABC is the only national construction management association devoted exclusively to promoting and defending the open "Merit" form of construction.  With over 23,000 members-representing every segment of the construction industry-ABC works full time in Washington D.C., Northern Ohio and in 80 local offices across the country to foster a business climate in which all firms can work together in harmony.  America was built on merit and on the principles of free enterprise and a healthy, competitive climate where skill, dedication and determination bring success.

Building construction is a joint effort.  Thousands of general contractors, subcontractors, suppliers and associates just like you have united under our banner of free and open competition in the construction industry.  Like you, we believe economy, efficiency and quality construction is the only way America continue to grow and prosper.

Contractors are offered the most comprehensive array of services available in the construction industry through ABC.  Throughout the country, ABC is an effective force in business development, education, labor relations and industry regulation.

Download your Membership Application Form and to find out more about ABC.