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| MCAA National Update for June 25, 2012 |
BE INSPIRED AT MSCA LIVE 2012  When it comes to meeting...and beating...almost insurmountable challenges, Dick Hoyt and his wheelchair-bound son Rick are the champs. Rick, who has cerebral palsy, refused to let his disability impede his desire for a full and happy life--independence and inclusion in community, sports, education and the workplace and a degree from Boston University are among his accomplishments. Wanting to support his son's life goals, Dick started running marathon races with Rick in 1977; today, Team Hoyt has completed over 1,075 races. At MSCA LIVE 2012, Dick will share his insights into the world of disabilities and how the spirit behind "Yes You Can" opened up a world of possibilities for Rick...and maybe for you too. Don't miss this heart-warming presentation and the other exceptional programs that are part of MSCA LIVE 2012. Register today at www.msca.org/msca2012 and enjoy Early Bird savings. |
MCAA AND NCPWB RELEASE NEW PIPE WELDING SAFETY TALKS
 MCAA and the National Certified Pipe Welding Bureau (NCPWB) are releasing new NCPWB Toolbox Safety Talks that address key safety issues for pipe welding. The talks cover topics that are presented and discussed during contractors' safety training meetings. John Barrasso, executive vice president of the MCA of Connecticut and chairman of the NCPWB Safety Task Force said, "Working with MCAA's Safety and Health department, our group created a publication that addresses all aspects of welding safety, including respiratory protection, the safe use of grinding machines, fire safety and much more." The talks are available for download from MCAA's Bookstore at www.mcaa.org/store at no charge to MCAA members as a benefit of membership. For more information, please contact Pete Chaney (pchaney@mcaa.org).
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QUALIFIED-LEVEL ARC FLASH SAFETY TRAINING IS A LIFE-SAVER!
Coming up on July 12, 2012 are two NFPA 70E Qualified-Level Arc Flash Safety Training sessions for MCAA/MSCA members' employees who are potentially exposed to live conductors of 50 volts of electricity or more during their workday. These training sessions will take place from 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Eastern Time and available at a special rate for MCAA/MSCA members. Presented by the Hilgeman Group, the session covers all OSHA and NFPA requirements, best practices and NFPA's recent changes to the 70E requirements and provides participants with real-world accident information that will reinforce the importance of this training. All participants will receive customized training certificates. This training is an excellent value and could save lives. Register today at ahilgeman@frontier.com. |
UA'S VIP PROGRAM PUTS VETS TO WORK IN THE HVAC INDUSTRY
MSCA members--McKinstry Company (Seattle, WA), MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions (Seattle, WA) and MESA Energy Systems/EMCOR (Irvine, CA)--have just hired the first students to graduate from the UA Veterans In Piping HVACR program. The UA's program is 18 weeks (720 hours) of intensive HVACR training during which military veterans will complete the following UA certifications: UA 51 brazing; 410 A; OSHA 30-hour; CFC; and CPR. At the conclusion of the class, students will take the UA Star Light Commercial HVACR exam. The program also focuses on the value and importance of customer relations. It not only consists of classroom instruction, but also shop classes where students get involved with many hands-on projects. The UA VIP Program has had great success in providing training and careers in welding and expects similar successes in the ever growing field of HVACR service. The UA anticipates offering this program in a number of different locations around the country in the future. For more details or to learn how you can hire a VIP graduate, contact UA Special Representative Donnie Braun, donnieb@uanet.org or go to www.uavip.org. |
ALI COURSE 12 SPACES ARE GOING FAST!
 Only a few spaces remain for one of MCAA's most popular and highly-prized credentialed program--the Advanced Leadership Institute (ALI). For the last 12 years, ALI has been providing our industry's top executives with the leadership and strategic planning skills that are critical to helping them steer their companies through today's uncertain marketplace. ALI graduates acquire a highly refined business savvy that enables them to find lucrative business opportunities and then successfully integrate them into their companies. The refined course curriculum, which includes a crisis on the jobsite case study with a modern twist, along with a dynamic learning environment and excellent networking opportunities, adds an exciting dimension to the experience of adding to your knowledge and leadership skills set. ALI's Course 12 takes place September 30 - October 5 and November 11 - 16, 2012. If you need more information about ALI, go to http://www.mcaa.org/ali and then contact Dennis Langley (dlangley@mcaa.org) for an e-application.
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