Your News for February 1, 2016
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New Technologies, OSHA Regs are Focus of Safety Directors' Conference

More than 200 safety professionals-a new attendance record-came to Phoenix, AZ last week for the 13th Annual MCAA Safety Directors' Conference. Industry and government representatives provided information and insights on the latest issues and technology developments affecting the safety of workers in the mechanical and mechanical service contracting industry.
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PCA Launches New Plumbing Podcast

The Plumbing Podcast, sponsored by the Plumbing Contractors of America (PCA), is new and for contractors that are interested in the latest plumbing news and technology. Featured will be interviews with contractors, industry experts and specialists to educate members on better practices, products and procedures to increase your productivity.
Need Recruiting Strategies that Work_ Find Them at MCAA 2016
Keep Cyber Hackers Away with Help from FBI Super Sleuth

At MCAA 2016 (March 20-24), former FBI special agent Chris Tarbell will share the insights he gained from tracking down the world's most notorious hackers that will help you protect yourself and your business from a possible hacker attack.
Improve Your Service Manager's Leadership Skills

MSCA's Service Managers Training Program will take place April 4-7 (Royal Sonesta Harbor Court, Baltimore, MD). This accelerated program is intended to help service professionals improve their management and leadership skills and effectively contribute to the bottom-line results of their organizations.
Next Green Building Webinar Takes on Water Conservation for Buildings

If the building your company is helping construct may face a water crisis, plan to participate in the next Green Webinar - Water Crisis: Pushing the Limits of Building Water Conservation on April 14, 1:00 p.m.
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A Healthy MCAA PAC is Your Key to Legislative Success

MCAA's list of legislative priorities for 2016 is formidable, but doable and more likely to succeed if we have a "healthy" MCAA PAC.
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Have Your Employees Taken the Training?

If you have employees who regularly work with electricity and have not yet participated in the Qualified Level Arc Flash Safety Training Webinar, have them sign up for the next webinar on February 18, 8:00 a.m. or 1:00 p.m. Eastern time. 
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Apply Now for ALI Course 16...

...before all the spaces are gone! MCAA's Advanced Leadership Institute (ALI) Course 16 is more than half full already with industry executives who understand the benefits that come with an exceptional leadership and entrepreneurial educational program.
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Hiring a Student Intern is a Win-Win!

Hiring a student intern this year brings benefits to you as well as the student.
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Registration Is Open for MSCA's Service Supervisors Training

Growing and Developing Service Supervisors, one of MSCA's most popular classes, is back. This two-day course will take place April 28-29 at MILWAUKEE TOOLheadquarters in Brookfield, WI.
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Mechanical Inc. Contributes to MCERF

The Mechanical Contracting Education & Research Foundation (MCERF) recently receives a $5,000 contribution from Mechanical Inc. (Freeport, IL), raising its total contributions to $12,500.
Impact Profitability with MSCA's Dispatchers Training

Join MSCA in Louisville, KY (Galt House Hotel) from March 7-8 for the Dispatcher Professional Development Training Program. 
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