Member Update
Published each Wednesday, the Member Update provides all SMACNA members with a combination of SMACNA National news and legislative updates, as well as industry information of note.
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OSHA Presents Initial Regulatory Framework for Heat Safety Rule
May 15, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update
New rule is designed to address dangers of workplace heat and reduce the health risks related to heat and its impact on both indoor and outdoor workers.
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Chris Hronek Interviewed in latest episode of Construction Dorkcast
May 15, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update
SMACNA’s 2024 Innovator of the Year joins podcast co-hosted by SMACNA’s Travis Voss.
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OSHA Restructures Regional Operations
May 15, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update
Agency to create a new regional office that will oversee the operations in several southern states.
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SMACNA Urges Congress to Pass FAA Reauthorization
May 8, 2024 |2 min read — Member Update
SMACNA contractors are working on almost every significant airport expansion, upgrade or new construction project across the nation, activity that would be funded and enhanced by H.R. 3935.
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SMACNA CEO Publishes Editorial on Need for Younger Workers in Trades
May 8, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update
Piece penned by Aaron Hilger, run in newspapers in Florida, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia talks about the benefits of a career in the trades for high school graduates.
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Webinar: Project Labor Agreements on Federal & Federally Assisted Construction Projects
May 8, 2024 |3 min read — Member Update
Learn more about the unprecedented support that the Biden administration has provided to unions and signatory contractors by mandating PLAs on large-scale federal construction projects for the first time. You can learn about the importance of this
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Holman is SMACNA’s Newest Silver Associate Member
May 8, 2024 |2 min read — Member Update
This global leader in the automotive space has dealerships all across the country and specializes in vehicle acquisition and fleet management for small to medium sized businesses in the trades.
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Contractors Pair with Local High School on Building Future Labor Force
May 8, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update
Collaboration centers on the development of the HVAC component of training space so that students can be better prepared for a career in the trades through participation in one two Certified Pre-Apprenticeship programs in Wisconsin.
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Regulation of the Month: Pregnant Workers Fairness Act
May 1, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update
Watch this video to learn more about your company’s obligations under this recently passed rule.
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Tom Martin Interviewed in Consulting-Specifying Engineer Magazine
May 1, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update
President of T.H. Martin and SMACNA President-Elect discussed how the design-assist model is becoming more prevalent.
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SMACPAC Ambassadors Cohosted Political Event for Congresswoman Nydia Velazquez
May 1, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update
Small business champion has led the charge on issues such as tax incentives for public and private business HVAC retrofits, change order reform, infrastructure and small business grants for loans and business expansion.
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May 1, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update
Building a Dynamic Contracting Business Through Constant Change is now available to watch at your convenience.
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Stan Kolbe Meets with Rep. Kevin Mullin
May 1, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update
California congressman is a leader on several of SMACNA's legislative priorities.
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3 New College of Fellows Inductees Announced
Apr 24, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update
The College’s newest members will be inducted during the President’s Luncheon on Wednesday, October 30th at the 2024 SMACNA Annual Convention in Palm Springs.
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Support the SMAC Administrative Fund
Apr 24, 2024 |2 min read — Member Update
Your tax-deductible investment in the SMAC Administrative Fund (SMACAF) will help boost our political campaign for beneficial tax reforms and continued infrastructure victories vital to our industry’s success.
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ASHRAE Journal Publishes Article on Outdoor Air Ventilation
Apr 24, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update
“The Impact of Outdoor Air Ventilation in School Corridors” details how increasing ventilation in these spaces can reduce exposure to contaminants while also enhancing overall IAQ.
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Toolbox Talk: Embracing Generational Diversity
Apr 24, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update
Take a moment to learn more about how bridging generational gaps can bring out each team member’s different strengths and abilities.
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SMACNA Annual Convention Registration Opens April 23rd!
Apr 17, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update
REGISTER NOW! Join your friends, peers, chapter executives and industry leaders at the JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa in Palm Desert, CA on October 27-30, 2024.
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Invitation to Participate in the Core Work Survey for Mega Projects Task Force
Apr 17, 2024 |2 min read — Member Update
SMACNA members are encouraged to participate in an effort that will support the implementation of mega projects while ensuring long-term organizational stability and growth for both SMART and SMACNA.
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Regulation of the Month: National Apprenticeship System Revisions
Apr 17, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update
Learn more about the Department of Labor’s efforts to strengthen apprenticeship standards, worker protections, and pathways to apprenticeship programs.
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