NARI Updates Key Certification to Keep Remodelers ahead of Changing Industry Demands

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To align remodeling professionals with newly emerging industry best practices and technologies, the National Association of the Remodeling Industry will introduce a comprehensive update to its Universal Design Certified Professional certification in early 2021. This important certification announcement showcases the commitment of NARI to lead the remodeling industry as demand for universal design projects continues to show steady growth. The updated UDCP certification will be supported by an all-new study guide and examination, and approved by a certification board comprised of select certified remodelers. The UDCP certification update marks the third NARI certification to be adjusted to meet member needs … Read more

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Construction Advisory Committee Workgroups to Meet, Discuss Industry Hazards

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The U.S. Department of Labor will hold a teleconference meeting of the Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health Workgroups on Thursday, March 5. The Education, Training and Outreach workgroup will meet from 10 a.m. to noon EST to discuss trench safety and fall prevention. The Emerging and Current Issues workgroup will meet from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. EST to discuss opioids and suicides in construction. WHAT:          Teleconference Meeting of Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health Workgroups WHEN:          Thursday, March 5 Education, Training and Outreach workgroup: 10 a.m. to noon EST Emerging and Current Issues workgroup: 1-3 p.m. … Read more

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Debra Hilmerson, Hilmerson Safety Top Women in Construction Finalist

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Although construction is a male-centric industry, Finance & Commerce heard stories of how certain women are impacting Minnesota’s construction industry and felt the time was right to recognize that contribution. Debra Hilmerson, Hilmerson Safety, has been recognized as a Finance & Commerce Finalist Women in Construction: Minnesota Company to Watch. All nominations were submitted by peers and supporters with an outside panel of judges selecting a limited number of finalists. Criteria included excellence in performance above and beyond the job description; and a company’s or an individual’s innovative approaches to industry development, community involvement and business integrity. Categories include: Industry … Read more

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Build Your Future Shipbuilding Established to Address Workforce Shortages

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Working to prepare, educate, recruit and inspire the next generation of shipbuilding and ship repair craft professionals, Build Your Future Shipbuilding was created in partnership with Build Your Future and National Maritime Education Council. Funded by the National Shipbuilding Research Program and supported by several trade organizations, Build Your Future Shipbuilding connects students and professionals in the industry to help bridge the skills gap and provide a path from career exploration, to education and training, to career launch. With an aging workforce, continued talent shortages, call for a 355-ship navy and need to increase the industry’s workforce by 40% over … Read more

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McCarthy to Hire Local Workers for Assembly Solar Project in Michigan

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McCarthy Building Companies Inc. plans to hire more than 200 craftworkers and 100 general laborers for Ranger Power’s Assembly Solar Project in Hazelton and Venice townships. The project – Michigan’s largest solar farm – is expected to create more than 300 jobs during construction. “The Assembly Solar Project will provide clean, renewable energy to Michiganders while creating clean energy jobs in the region,” said Paul Harris, president of Ranger Power. “We’re excited to see construction begin on the Assembly Solar Project and we appreciate the continued support from the local community.” McCarthy plans to recruit the majority of the craftworkers … Read more

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