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June 29, 2015  

  

Thank you for your membership in the association. You are encouraged to call any of our staff to assist in providing solutions to your construction business needs.
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The Master Builders of Iowa and Construction Update Network Offices will be closed this Friday, July 3rd in observance of the Fourth of July holiday. We hope you have a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend!

 

In This Issue
MB EYE on the Future Reunion Photo Gallery
Welcome New MBI Members!
Advanced Blueprint Reading - Coming Soon!
Wage & Benefit Survey - Deadline Extension
Summer Safety Tip - Beat the Heat!
Registration is Officially Open for the 16th Annual MBI-PAC Construction Golf Classic & Smoker!
MB EYE on the Future Reunion Photo Gallery

On June 18-19th, MBI held the first all-class reunion for the MB EYE on the Future leadership program in Riverside, Iowa.  There were about 40 leaders in attendance and a great time was had by all.  We would like to thank the sponsors of the reunion and we couldn't have done it without their support:  BirdDogHR, Stetson Building Products, Inc., TrueNorth Construction Specialty Group and Whitfield & Eddy, PLC. 

 

We have created a photo gallery on the MBI website from the event and encourage everyone to check it out!  

Welcome New MBI Members!
On behalf of the MBI Board of Directors, we would like to welcome the following new MBI members:

Associate Members:

Converse Conditioned Air - Ames, IA
(515) 233-9812
www.ccahvac.com

Dickerson Mechanical, Inc. - Colfax, IA
(515) 674-3636
www.dickersonmechanical.com
Advanced Blueprint Reading - Coming Soon!
In response to membership training requests, Master Builders of Iowa delivered a Blueprint Reading Essentials course in May and will hold another class on July 1st. 

Both of these classes attracted a lot of employees of MBI members and from all indications, hit the target regarding expectations.

Now, with a large group of employees out there who have been through our introductory blueprint reading class, MBI has scheduled the next step in conquering blueprint reading. On August 20th, MBI will deliver Advanced Blueprint Reading - Architectural, Civil, & Structural.  This course is intended for the professional with a moderate to advanced level of experience, or any individual that has attended an introductory blueprint reading course. Upon completion of this course, one should expect to have gained a broad knowledge of plan reading.

To view the brochure and register, CLICK HERE.
Wage & Benefit Survey - Deadline Extension
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Haven't had a chance to complete the MBI 2015 Wage and Benefits Survey? Well, there is still time to participate! Verisight has graciously agreed to extend the collection of survey results until July 1st.

 

All MBI members who participate in the 2015 MBI Wage and Benefits Survey will receive a report of the compiled comprehensive information. The opportunity to obtain this information is only available every two years and is ONLY available to the participating companies.

 

If you did not receive a copy of the survey and would still like to participate, please email Laurie Delmott with your request --- ldelmott@mbionline.com.

Summer Safety Tip - Beat the Heat!

Hot work environments can affect the body's natural ability to cool itself through perspiration, which can lead to heat-related illness. This may appear in many different forms and levels of severity. The most extreme heat-induced illnesses are heat exhaustion and heat stroke. If not treated, severe heat-related illnesses can lead to mental confusion, seizures or even death.   

 

The common signs of heat illness are:

  • Fatigue
  • Heat Rash
  • Fainting
  • Muscle Cramps

Be sure to watch for these symptoms in yourself and your team members, and take preventive measures to avoid heat-induced illnesses.  

Registration is Officially Open for the 16th Annual MBI-PAC Construction Golf Classic & Smoker!

Registration materials will be sent out to members this week for the 16th Annual Construction Golf Classic & Smoker.  This year's event is scheduled for Monday, August 24th at Glen Oaks Country Club in West Des Moines, Iowa.  Can't wait?  Register today!  CLICK HERE to download the complete event brochure.  CLICK HERE for the registration form.

 

We would like to thank our Corporate Sponsors:

 

Holmes Murphy & Associates

Merchants Bonding Company

Seedorff Masonry Inc. / Architectural Wall Systems

The Skold Companies

Upcoming Events/Educational Offerings
 
Blueprint Reading Essentials
July 1, 2015
Urbandale, IA

Internet Security and Cyber Liability Insurance
July 14, 2015
Webinar
No Charge to Attend!

Drug Abuse in the Workplace and What You Can Do About It!
August 18, 2015
Webinar
No Charge to Attend!

Advanced Blueprint Reading
August 20, 2015
Urbandale, IA
More Information

MBI-PAC Construction Golf Classic & Smoker
August 24, 2015
West Des Moines
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