ABC CF Monthly Mailer - September 2023

ASSOCIATED BUILDERS AND CONTRACTORS

CENTRAL FLORIDA

Celebrating 50 Years of

A LETTER FROM THE EIC CHAIR

Community, hard work, and sheer dedication has brought the Central Florida Chapter to achieve one of its greatest milestones and I am honored to have been a part of the chapter’s successes that have led to its 50th Anniversary. Energy Air, Inc. has been a member since 1986, with more than one company representative serving as Chair of the Board over the years and I am humbled to lead the charge this year as the Excellence in Construction Awards Committee Chair. It is a true passion of mine to help recognize and celebrate outstanding projects built by members each year to raise the level of awareness for quality construction throughout the industry. I am elated to celebrate this monumental year!

Join us in the ultimate celebration by attending the 50th Anniversary Gala on October 14. I invite you and your company to be part of this premier event. And did I mention we’ll be starting the night off with a champagne wall? Secure your banquet seats, consider sponsoring, or advertise in the 50th Anniversary edition of the Excellence in Construction magazine.

This is the only opportunity you will have this year to have owners, developers, architects, engineers, contractors, and executives all in one room to network with – don’t miss the chance to reconnect with past clients or create meaningful new relationships. Hear what major milestones the chapter has accomplished, celebrate this year’s Eagle and special award winners, learn more about ABC and how your company can engage for the next 50 years and more, and be a part of this memorable night.

Our industry puts blood, sweat, and more time than most into being an unstoppable force, so let us “work hard, and play harder” together, as one family.

Jefferey Snider Energy Air, Inc. EIC Awards Chairman

EDUCATE TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT CALENDAR

1.

2. Learn About Developments at OSHA Affecting the Construction Industry - Sept. 20 @ 2pm

Scan QR code for details or visit: abc.org/Academy/Upcoming-Webinars

BLUEBEAM VIRTUAL CLASSES IN PARTNERSHIP WITH UChapter2

Bluebeam Intro Launch Webinar

September 28, 2023 | 2 PM

Construction Estimating Principles & Application

October 5-6, 2023 | 1 - 5 PM

Bluebeam Baseline Basics

October 12, 2023 | 2 - 4 PM

Bluebeam Basic Materials Takeoffs & Estimates

November 2, 2023 | 2 - 4 PM

Bluebeam Advanced Materials Takeoffs & Estimates

November 9, 2023 | 2 - 4 PM

Bluebeam for Administrative Professionals

November 16, 2023 | 2 - 4 PM

Reading Construction Documents

November 27 & 29, 2023 | 2 - 4 PM

Oct. 26

Resolving insurance coverage disputes between contracting parties and insurance companies at all phases of construction.

Helping our clients evaluate insurance coverage, the viability of insurance claims and the risk of litigation arising out of an insurance coverage dispute.

And more...

Scan the QR code Or email training@abccf.org for details.

ACF Standby Systems/GENERAC

Aegis Project Controls

AJ Flooring

Albu & Associates, Inc.

Allen & Company, Inc

American Standard

Amphibious Group

Argos USA

Austin Commercial

Axis Portable Air

Balfour Beatty

Barton Malow

BCI Integrated Solutions

Boyer Building Corporation

Bright Future Electric, LLC

CEMEX

CertainTeed Gypsum

Charles Perry Partners, Inc.

Cloud 9 Services, LLC

Colonial Life & Accident Insurance Company

Comprehensive Energy Services, Inc.

CORE Construction

Dale Carnegie Orlando

Deangelis Diamond

DEWALT/Powers

DisposAll, Inc.

Down To Earth Landscape & Irrigation

DPR Construction Energy Air, Inc.

Entech Innovative Engineering

ERC Provider

Finfrock Construction, LLC

Florida Surety Bonds, Inc.

Gilbane Building Company

Guignard Company

H. J. High Construction Company

Hensel Phelps

Hoar Construction, LLC

J. Raymond Construction Corp.

Jamco Inc.

JK2 Construction

KAST Construction Company

Keller - North America

Kirwin Norris, P.A.

LEGO Construction Co.

Link Construction Group, Inc

Mader Southeast

Mill Creek Residential

Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation

Moxe Integrated Marketing

Nash Plumbing & Mechanical, LLC

NAWIC

Nova Ceiling Design LLC

P & A Roofing & Sheet Metal, Inc

PCL Construction Services, Inc.

Penetron International Ltd.

PeopleReady

Percopo Coatings Company, LLC

Power Bolt and Tool

Procore Technologies Inc

Proman Skilled Trades

R. C. Stevens Construction Company

Rolling Plains Construction, Inc.

S. I. Goldman Company, Inc.

Safety Consultants USA

Sea Can, LLC

SentriForce

Siteline360

Skanska USA Building Inc.

SmartBuild

Southern Safety & Supply, Inc.

Stark Tech

Sunbelt Rentals

T&G Constructors

Tri-City Electrical Contractors, Inc.

Turner Construction Co

Two Way Technology Systems Corporation

Victaulic

W.W. Gay Mechanical Contractor of Orlando, Inc

WELBRO Building Corporation

Westbrook Service Corporation

Wharton-Smith, Inc

Williams Company Management

Group

Withum

Work Horse Temps, LLC

BASIC BLUEPRINT

18-HOUR COURSE READING

Develop basic level knowledge, skills, and abilities in blueprint reading.

Every project team member and construction professional in the construction industry needs to understand and apply basic knowledge as well as perform primary tasks that require blueprint reading. This 18-hour introductory course will provide blueprint fundamentals (knowledge and application) needed to help you organize and apply blueprint reading skills to contribute to the completion of projects – whether working in the field, supporting from the office, or advising and supporting as a professional, planner, or advisor.

This is a prerequisite for ABC Central Florida’s future BLUEPRINT READING II (Intermediate Reading and Quantity Takeoffs) Course.

Learning objectives in this first course (Level 1 Blueprint Reading) address:

• Project delivery systems

• Prints & types of drawings

• Line types, common scales, & print components

• Symbols associated with materials

• Functionality and purpose of materials

• Application of materials in varying construction projects – roofing, electrical, mechanical

• Principles of Platform Framing

• Common methods of frame construction

COURSE DATES & REGISTRATION

6 Weeks (Tuesdays)

Jan. 24 - Feb. 28, 2023 6:00-9:00 pm;

• Fundamentals of concrete, masonry, metal construction

• Key elements for reading plans - site plans, structural plans, foundation plans, floor plans, roof plans, and more

• Plan reading for geometric plans, grading plans, utility plans, photometric plans, foundation plans

• CSI master format specifications (multiple divisions) & general requirements, site construction

• Light Frame Construction

• Plan Reading

• CSI Master Format Specifications (Multiple Divisions)

• And much more…

Who Should Attend

• Field Trades and Craftsman

• Project Administrators

• Project Coordinators

• Planners

• Attorneys & Advisors

Location: 651 Danville Drive, Suite 200 Orlando, FL 32825

Cost: $499 ABC CF Members; $599 Non-Members

*Cost of course text and associated plans included in registration.

** Please bring architectural scale, engineer scale, colored pencils & calculator

Register by: Jan. 17; No refunds after 11:59 pm, Jan. 10, 2023

Apr. 18 - May 23, 2023 6:00-9:00 pm;

Register by: Apr. 11; No refunds after 11:59 pm, Apr. 4, 2023

Sep. 26 - Oct. 31, 2023 6:00-9:00 pm;

Register by: Sep 19; No refunds after 11:59 pm, Sep. 12, 2023

Presented

Class

Two NightsA Week

*follows county's public school schedule

PleaseContact:

Tara Hagood - Program Coordinator thagood@ibuildcfl.com

Bob Harman - Instructor robert.harman@ocps.net

CoreConstruction

Carpentry Basics

BluePrint Reading

Tools & Machines

Framing

Finishing

Formwork

WallSystems

Trimwork and much, muchmore!

ABC CENTRAL FLORIDA PROUDLY SUPPORTS

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 6-9 PM

AMF ALTAMONTE LANES

280 DOUGLAS AVE

ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, FL

32714

Building partnerships with Education, Industry, and the Community to provide pathways towards rewarding careers in Construction.

REGISTER HERE

PLEASE CONTACT CBELLAMY@IBUILDCFL.COM

PROPOSED CHANGES TO CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT STANDARD

By Terence A. Curran Jr.,

The U.S. Department of Labor has recently taken an interesting step towards enhancing workplace safety in the construction industry by announcing a notice of proposed rulemaking. The proposal aims to clarify the standards for personal protective equipment (PPE) in construction, specifically focusing on the importance of ensuring that PPE fits each affected employee properly.

The current PPE standard for the construction industry covers a wide range of safety measures, it does not explicitly state the requirement for PPE to fit each employee properly. This proposed change is seeking to address this gap by emphasizing the crucial aspect of proper fitting to effectively protect workers from potential occupational hazards.

Interestingly enough, currently OSHA’s general industry and maritime standards do include clear provisions stating that PPE must fit each affected employee correctly. The proposed revision seeks to align the construction industry’s PPE standard with these existing standards, promoting uniformity and consistency in worker protection across various sectors.

The potential hazard of standard-sized PPE not adequately protecting physically smaller construction workers, as well as difficulties in accessing properly fitting equipment, has long been a concern in the industry. This problem has been particularly significant for some women in construction. The proposed rule aims to address these challenges by clarifying the requirement for appropriate PPE fitting and ensuring that all workers, irrespective of gender or size, receive the protection they need while on the job.

Doug Parker, Assistant Secretary for Occupational Safety and Health, highlights the critical importance of properly

fitting PPE. “If personal protective equipment does not fit properly, an employee may be unprotected or dangerously exposed to hazards and face tragic consequences, we look forward to hearing from stakeholders on this important issue as we work together to ensure that construction workers of all genders and sizes are fitted properly with safety gear.”

The proposed rule aims to prevent such situations and create safer working environments for construction workers.

One noteworthy aspect of the proposal is that OSHA does not anticipate an increase in employers’ costs or compliance burdens. The focus is on clarification and alignment with existing standards to improve safety measures without imposing additional financial strain on employers.

Stakeholder input is an essential part of the rulemaking process, and the Department of Labor encourages interested parties to submit comments and hearing requests regarding the proposed changes.

As the construction industry plays a vital role in the country’s infrastructure development, safeguarding the health and safety of its workforce is of utmost importance. Ensuring that PPE fits properly is an integral part of this endeavor, as improperly fitting equipment can lead to disastrous consequences. By streamlining and clarifying the standards for PPE in construction, the Department of Labor is taking a significant step forward in advancing workplace safety for construction workers.

Those interested in providing comments or hearing requests can do so online through the Federal eRulemaking Portal, referencing Docket No. OSHA-20190003. The deadline for submissions is September 18, 2023. https://www.osha.gov/news/newsreleases/ national/07192023

Exciting News: The U.S. Department of Labor is proposing a new rule to enhance protection for construction workers. This change will address gaps in the current Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) standard, ensuring proper fitting for each employee. By aligning with general industry and maritime standards, this proposal aims to safeguard workers from hazards and provide better-fitting PPE for all, including smaller workers and women. Your input matters; let’s work together to create a safer construction industry!

ABC CF Safety Committee Chair, The Amphibious Group

Photo Credit: U.S. Memories

SHORT-FORM VIDEO’S:

Rehabbing Your Social Media Strategy (Virtual)

September 6, 2023 | 9:00 – 10:30 am

SCAN QR CODE TO REGISTER TODAY

Questions? Email training@abccf.org or Call 407.628.2070

This training isdesigned to equip you with the essential skills to leverage short-form video content and revitalize your social media presence.

You'll learn practical techniques to create engaging and impactful videos for platforms like TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts, helping you capture the attention of your target audience and drive brand awareness. By the end of the training, you will be equipped with the knowledge and best practices to start using short form video on social media.

Spaces for small groups of four to five people, or large groups of up to 60. Meeting rooms are ideal for interviews, client meetings, arbitration hearings, presentations, company meetings, and training.

Email: info@abccf.org

Training & Education Sessions

CONSTRUCTION 101

In Partnership with ABC Greater Baltimore

November 6, 8, 13 | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

This course will leave attendees with a base knowledge of how a construction project or process is handled from start to completion. Students will learn how construction firms are organized and gain a basic understanding on key concepts such as blueprint reading, contracts, change orders, submittals, progress schedules and experience the estimating and bidding process.

Questions? Email training@abccf.org or call 407.628.2070

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Training & Education Sessions

Questions? Email training@abccf.org or call 407.628.2070

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OSHA Outreach Training is Now Online

You can now complete your 10-hour and 30-hour OSHA Outreach Training courses online. Our online courses are offered to you in cooperation with the University of South Florida.

Scan the QR code for details.