Your assignment is to choose a position on one of the topics listed below and write a microtheme supporting your chosen position. Microthemes must be at least 750 words in length and must properly cite at least three references, according to the ASCE in-text and references document posted on Canvas under Lectures. Start your microtheme with a clear statement of what your thesis is, and/or make the title of your paper your thesis statement.

Select an option from the two choices in parenthesis as the thesis for you microtheme.

1.  The extensive adoption of construction safety programs and slogans in recent years (has improved / has not improved) worker safety.
2.  Implementing procedures to maintain or improve safety (affects / does not affect) production and labor productivity for a construction company.
3.  The LEED rating systems (adequately / inadequately) addresses worker safety during construction.
4.  Projects that strive to achieve L