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Take a look at this week's Monday Morning News for the latest Electri International publication on Prefab and Supply Chain and registration information for new NECA events.
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Emily Dickinson
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"Love is anterior to life, posterior to death, initial of creation, and the exponent of breath."
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MON
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S&C Steering Committee, ZNEC, San Leandro
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| Alameda ECT, Paradiso, Hayward
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| San Leandro City Council, San Leandro
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| Pleasanton Chamber 2015 Forum, Pleasanton
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| Stockton LMCC, Training Center, Stockton
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| Stockton JATC, Training Center, Stockton
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| 12th
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| Lincoln's Birthday
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Mechanic's Lien Law Class, Chapter Office, Dublin
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| BOMA TOBY Awards, Marriott, Oakland
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| Carpenters Off Day for 595W Inside, 180 Inside, and Bay to Borders
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Educational Programs
Mechanics Lien Law
Instructor: Joe Sweeney, Sweeney, Mason, Wilson & Bosomworth
Date: Thursday, February 12, 2015
Time: 9:00AM - 12:00PM
Location: NorCal NECA Chapter Office, 6300 Village Parkway, Dublin, CA 94568
Cost: $200.00 for NorCal NECA members, $300.00 non-members. Don't forget, 2015 Education Funds can be used.
Register: For more information or to register, please contact Juanita Mitchell. First Aid/CPR Certification Training Description: First Aid/CPR Certification Training must be renewed every two years. This class is sponsored by the Electrical Contractors Trust of Solano & Napa Counties. Instructor: Rebecca Fontaine of Fontaine Fire Date: Thursday, February 26, 2015 Time: 4:00 PM - 8:00PM Location: Solano/Napa JATC, 720 Technology Way, Napa, CA Cost: No charge for Solano & Napa Counties ECT contributing contractors; $50 for Non-contributors Register: Contact Darlene Besst to confirm your attendance. New Laws for 2015 Affecting Contractors & Business Description: Over 4,200 bills were introduced by the California Legislature in the 2013-2014 session, many of them important bills affecting contractors in their roles as contractors. Many other bills will impact contractors in other roles, such as being businesses, taxpayers, and employers. Learn what those bills are and how you are affected. This class is sponsored by the Electrical Contractors Trust of Solano & Napa Counties. Instructor: Dan McLennon, Esq., McLennon Law Corp. Date: Wednesday, March 4, 2015 Time: 11:30AM - 1:30PM Cost: Free for Solano & Napa Counties ECT contributors, $50 for Non-contributors Register:
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Industrialization of Electrical Contracting
Prefabrication & Supply Chain
A new ELECTRI International research project now available to NECA members!
Principal Investigator, Hisham Said, Ph.D., had received an ELECTRI International award to investigate the determinants and best practices of electrical construction industrialization. Throughout the project he worked with a task force of electrical contractors, supply, and manufacturing professionals to provide the initial input, guidance and results validation. Prefab is utilized in this study as a measurable indicator of the industrialization level of electrical construction firms. The study addresses three main objectives:
- Identify and collect best practices of electrical contracting industrialization in terms of prefabrication and supply chain management.
- Identify industry-related prefabrication feasibility determinants that are out of the electrical contractor's control, including economic and market parameters.
- Identify firm-related determinants of prefabrication feasibility within the EC's control, including operations management and supply chain collaborations.
Two models were developed during this research. The first suggests that prefabrication feasibility is dependent on three variables: the union local's acceptance of prefabrication outsourcing, BIM capability, and the strength of vendor relations with the electrical contractor. The second model suggests that prefabrication feasibility is dependent on six variables: The unemployment rate, average number of employees in the local electrical construction firms, average local electricians' hourly wage, the union local's acceptance of prefabrication outsourcing, BIM capability, and the existence of vendor partnership. Both models had the same 75% prediction accuracy when applied to the testing data group.
This study confirms a very positive attitude within the electrical contracting community towards prefabrication as a central piece of business industrialization. Close to 93% of electrical contractors (including those with or without prefabrication facilities) register a positive attitude. However, 42% expressed a positive attitude towards prefabrication while noting that it does not work for every contractor.
The report identifies the critical prefabrication feasibility determinants and suggests best practices for those electrical contractors willing to move from a positive attitude into a successful prefabrication operation.
NECA Members can obtain a free PDF copy of the report from the NECA bookstore by clicking here.
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Post Annual Work-Related Injury & Illness Summaries
Reminder for Employers
All California employers are reminded that their annual summaries of 2014 work-related injuries and illnesses were to be posted no later than February 1, 2015, and remain posted in place until April 30, 2015. Specifically, employers are required to summarize information about every work-related death and every recordable work-related injury or illness that occurred during the 2014 calendar year. More information on the definitions of and requirements for recordable work-related fatalities, injuries and illnesses is detailed on website. Such information must be recorded on a workplace posting and be placed in a visible and easily accessible area at each worksite. Employers must post this data even if no workplace injuries occurred. All current and former employees, as well as employee representatives must be allowed to review any injury or illness that took place at the worksite during 2014. Click here to obtain information about an employer's posting requirements and how to reduce workplace injuries and illnesses is available.
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NECA Safety Professionals Conference
May 18-20, 2015, Phoenix, AZ
Attend the electrical industry's premier safety conference created specifically for safety professionals working in the electrical contracting industry on May 18-20, 2015. Take advantage of cutting edge educational tracks, networking opportunities, and keep your company up-to-date in the ever-changing electrical industry. Participants will gain access to the latest safety and health information required to navigate the rapidly changing environment faced by today's electrical industry as well as multiple educational opportunities for both the inside and outside branches of our industry. To read more or to register for the conference visit the NSPC website.
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2015 Standard Mileage Rates
Updates as of January 1
In December, the IRS issued the 2015 optional standard mileage rates used to calculate the deductible costs of operating an automobile for business, charitable, medical or moving purposes. Beginning January 1, 2015, the standard mileage rates for the use of an automobile is 57.5 cents per mile for business miles driven (up from 56 cents in 2014).
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Day At The Capitol
April 22, 2015
NECA will host our 4th annual Day at the Capitol in Sacramento, April 22, 2015. This is your opportunity to tell your story, as Contractors and Chapter staff will visit with Legislators to discuss issues relevant to our industry. Look for more details and registration information in the coming weeks.
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Register For NECA NOW
Leadership & Professional Development Conference
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Far from your typical meeting, NECA Now 2015 is a three-day Executive Leadership Conference focused on your professional and personal growth. Along with networking and social events, the format of the conference is to bring forward ideas to make your business more successful.
The sessions will focus on market development, leadership, operations, risk management, financing and personal development. Learn from top business experts, such as plenary speakers Steve Wiley with The Lincoln Leadership Institute and Scott Klososky of Future Point of View. There will be social activities including the Networking Reception, Golf Tournament and our Chapter Dinner. Take a look at the registration form including session information and register through the Chapter for this exciting event before March 25 for early bird rate. Don't forget to use your education fund credits if you plan to attend.
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District Nine
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Laguna Beach
Registration is open for the NECA District 9 meeting, July 9-10,2015, at the Montage Laguna Beach. The attached registration form includes the itinerary, lodging and golf (optional) information. If you plan to attend, please complete the registration form and return to Julie Russell soon. Early registration is recommended, as it is likely the group block will sell out before the final reservation date of June 1st. The drive time from either LAX or San Diego airports is about 1-1/2 hours. From John Wayne Airport (Orange County), 30-40 minutes. Reminder...education fund credits may be used for the District 9 Meeting.
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Project Excellence & Marv Jensen Safety AwardsSubmit your Projects Today!
Project Excellence Award Program
Don't miss the opportunity to showcase excellence in electrical construction by submitting your 2014 projects. For detailed instructions, download the entry form: Project Excellence Awards Program
Marv Jensen Safety Award Program
Administered by the NorCal, NECA/IBEW L.U. 595 Joint Safety Committee and sponsored by the Labor-Management Cooperation Committees of Alameda County and San Joaquin & Calaveras Counties. This award recognizes excellence in safety on IBEW/NECA projects. For more information please view the attached entry form: Marv Jensen Safety Award Program Entry Form
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W. Creighton Schwan ScholarshipNow Accepting Entries
Established in 2007 by the Chapter's Codes & Standards Committee in memory W. Creighton Schwan who dedicated his life to the electrical industry. Students must meet the following criteria:
- Currently enrolled in a college program at a vocational college, community college, or university with a focus in construction management for the electrical industry, electrical engineering, or electrical inspection
- Educational institution must be located in one of the following counties, which represent the Northern California Chapter, NECA jurisdiction: Alameda, Calaveras, Mariposa, Merced, Napa, San Joaquin, Solano, Stanislaus, or Tuolumne
- Demonstrated determination to better him/her self through education
- U.S. citizen or permanent resident status
- Demonstrated community service
If you require assistance or have questions, please contact Juanita Mitchell at the Chapter Office.
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