Bay Area SMACNA Newsletter 3rd Edition 2022

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SEXUAL HARASSMENT PREVENTION TRAINING Pages 1-2

GAINING EXPOSURE: INTERN TRAINING DAY Pages 5-6

SCHOLARSHIP TRUST GOLF TOURNAMENT Pages 9-12

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IN THIS ISSUE APPRENTICES & INTERNS 03 05 13 25

WANT MORE APPLICANTS? SELL THE SIZZLE! GAINING EXPOSURE: INTERN TRAINING DAY HEAVY METAL SUMMER EXPERIENCE APPRENTICESHIP UPDATES

EDUCATION 01 SEXUAL HARASSMENT PREVENTION TRAINING 23 LATE SUMMER/EARLY FALL CLASSES A SUCCESS

MEMBER FEATURES 15 GALLAGHER: FIVE KEY TRENDS IMPACTING INSURANCE AND RISK MANAGEMENT

NEWS & UPDATES 06 IN MEMORY OF LES PETERSON 07 WELCOME NEW BOARD MEMBERS 28 2022 WIC SPONSORS

EVENTS & RECAPS 02 09 17 19 24 28

SMACNA ANNUAL DINNER SCHOLARSHIP TRUST GOLF TOURNAMENT HALIBUT FISHING TRIP SMACNA NATIONAL ANNUAL CONVENTION CHAPTER NIGHT: GIANTS VS. DODGERS SMACNA’S 2023 DAY AT THE CAPITOL

CHECK THE WEBSITE! www.BayAreaSMACNA.org Stay up to date on the latest news, events and classes. Access the member directory, webinars, internships, scholarships and safety training opportunities. Plus, catch up on past issues of The Cutting Edge!

ASSOCIATION NEWS | Updates from Rich Buckley

PRESIDENT’S REMARKS

We’re only a few weeks removed from the 2022 SMACNA Annual Convention, where many of our members and associate members gathered for four days of great educational content, networking and breakout sessions. With topics like how to maximize your team, transitioning management through a succession, trends in the project risk environment and more, attendees were given plenty of opportunities to learn and socialize with industry peers. This is SMACNA’s premier event of the year, and we never fail to come back energized and full of new ideas to continue ushering our businesses forward.

Rich Buckley PRESIDENT

ribuckley@arbmechanical.com Tel: 415-282-1625

Another exciting development within our association is the recent onboarding of new officers to our Board of Directors.

We held our first meeting with a full slate in September and are excited for the future of our organization. See page 7 for a full list of your new board members.

As we draw closer to the end of another successful year, we reflect on the positive things we’ve accomplished.

Apprentices are now training in a new state-of-the-art JATC in Livermore. We’re also excited for the buildout of the new Bay Area SMACNA office location. Be sure to look for updates in the next newsletter. Finally, our annual Holiday Dinner on November 12 will take place in a new location — the Palace Hotel, a historic San Francisco landmark. Members are invited to join us for an evening of dinner, dancing and entertainment as we celebrate the year together. For more information, see page 2.

My term as president of Bay Area SMACNA is nearing its end, so I’d like to take this opportunity to thank you for your support and collaboration. I have no doubt we’ll be in good hands with incoming president Keith Atteberry, whose values and experience will continue to keep our association at the forefront of innovation.

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SAFETY | Human Resources

SEXUAL HARASSMENT PREVENTION TRAINING for California employees Sexual harassment can happen on the jobsite, in the office, at a trade show, through social media … and it’s more than just unwanted physical contact. According to the California

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Who can provide the training?

Sexual harassment prevention training must be conducted by a qualified trainer:

Department of Fair Employment and Housing,

ATTORNEYS who are members of the bar of any

sexual harassment is “unwanted sexual advances

state for at least two years whose practice includes

or visual, verbal or physical conduct of a sexual

employment law under the Fair Employment and

nature,” which can include derogatory comments

Housing Act.

and even threatening retaliatory action.

Harassment is still an unfortunate reality

HUMAN RESOURCE PROFESSIONALS OR HARASSMENT PREVENTION

across many industries, including construction.

CONSULTANTS with at least two years of

California Senate Bill 1343 requires all employers

practical experience in one of the following:

with five or more employees to provide sexual

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harassment prevention training and education to all supervisory and non-supervisory employees.

Bay Area SMACNA (BAS) is dedicated to supporting our contractors to create a safer workplace for everyone. To ensure your business stays in compliance with California law, we’ve compiled some FAQs.

Running discrimination, retaliation and sexual harassment prevention training

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Responding to sexual harassment or discrimination complaints

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Investigating sexual harassment complaints

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Advising employers or employees about discrimination, retaliation and sexual harassment prevention

HIGHER EDUCATION INSTRUCTORS with a post-graduate degree or California teaching credential and either 20 hours of instruction about employment law under the FEHA or Title VII.

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How much training time is required?

Supervisors must receive two hours of training, while non-supervisors are required to receive one hour of training. Training must occur once every two years.

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Who is responsible for providing the training?

APPRENTICES: The SMW Local 104 and Bay Area Industry Training Fund (Apprenticeship Program) provides the training and monitors compliance.

JOURNEY AND OTHER WORKERS: All SMW Local 104 employees must be trained within six months of hire.

SHORT TERM OR SEASONAL EMPLOYEES: Those who were hired less than 6 months ago must be trained within the first 100 hours or 30 days of hire, whichever occurs first. Contractors can check with other organizations to confirm whether training has been provided and monitored by a previous employer to comply with the state law.

SUPERVISORS: New supervisors must be trained within 6

EVENT | November 12, 2022

SMACNA ANNUAL DINNER Join us in a new location for our 2022 Annual Dinner and Installation of Officers! This year’s event will take place in one of San Francisco’s most iconic landmarks — the Palace Hotel. Members are invited to socialize and connect with friends and colleagues over an evening of dinner, dancing and entertainment.

Invitations have been sent. Be sure to check your email for registration details.

months of assuming their supervisory position.

ALL OTHER EMPLOYEES: Contractors are responsible for training and monitoring all employees for sexual harassment training every two years.

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SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 12 The Palace Hotel San Francisco 6 p.m.

How long does the training take?

Training for both supervisors and non-supervisors can be broken into segments and must take place during work hours. For example, training can be done in 20-minute segments as long as the minimum training requirements are met. Online courses certified for the State of California.

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Who pays for the training?

Employers must pay for all training listed above, except for apprentice training.

Bay Area SMACNA has partnered with Elizabeth M. Pappy, Esq., of Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP and ClickSafety for reimbursement for appropriate training courses.

UPCOMING EVENTS Scan the QR code for the latest event information. www.BayAreaSMACNA.org/Calendar

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RECRUITMENT

WANT MORE APPLICANTS? SELL THE SIZZLE! The pandemic touched every aspect of Americans’ lives – both personally and professionally – and left many wondering if their career path was the right one. Last year’s “Great Reshuffle” started an unprecedented jobhopping trend across all industries, particularly among a younger demographic. They reevaluated what they deemed important and began looking for jobs that better aligned with those wants and needs.

So, what exactly are millennials and Gen Z looking for in a workplace? Characterized as ambitious, millennials are often driven by the opportunity for career advancement (and the pay that comes with it). Gen Zers are the youngest of today’s workforce, prioritizing flexibility and a worklife balance. Both are interested in purposeful work, sustainable choices, developmental opportunities, diverse cultures and the availability of better mental health and wellness resources.

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These generations are unlike their predecessors who followed the status quo. They’re willing to shake things up. They’re willing to tackle challenges in a different way. And with more and more of our workforce retiring, we need them to fill the talent gap. But first, we need to learn to “sell the sizzle.”

What does that mean, exactly? Focus on what today’s job seekers want: benefits, experience, company culture, etc. What sets you apart from your competition? Inject a little creativity to help reach the talent you want to recruit. A boring job description that reads like a laundry list won’t sell the position — and if you can’t sell the job, you won’t fill the job.

Showcase flexibility when possible.

Make compensation easy to find.

Make your job posting stand out.

According to new CareerBuilder

Let’s face it, candidates want to

your job will be posted alongside

research, jobs allowing employees

know how much they’ll be getting

dozens of other similar positions. How

to work from home full or part-time

paid. In fact, a recent CareerPlug

will you make sure yours gets noticed

saw seven times more applications

compensation survey found that 55%

by the right candidates? Grab their

than in-person roles in early 2022.

of all workers are hoping to see a pay

attention with a compelling intro

Flexibility is the new norm, so make

increase this year — and 67% plan

(it may help to get your marketing

sure you advertise whether the

to explore new industries/fields. Of

team invested in this process). Video

position can be remote/hybrid.

course, this often relies on previous

and other visuals can go a long way,

experience, but a typical hourly

too — particularly for sharing across

pay range or annual salary is more

your social platforms. For more tips,

than acceptable to post within a job

check out How to Write an Effective

description, along with any other

Job Description by WorkforceHub

great benefits and company perks.

(https://bit.ly/3RtuSYc).

We all know turnover costs money, but do you know just how much? According to Gallup, the cost of replacing an individual employee can range from ½ to two times that employee’s annual salary due to advertising, onboarding, training and more. Not only will investing in your recruitment strategy help you find (and retain) the best talent, but it’ll also help keep your bottom line healthy.

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ConstructionJobs LinkedIn Indeed Monster CareerBuilder ZipRecruiter SimplyHired

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APPRENTICESHIP | Intern Training Program

GAINING EXPOSURE: INTERN TRAINING DAY Day was a tremendous success! Hosted by United Mechanical Inc. (UMI), there were more than 30 high school and college students in attendance representing over 10 contractors. The morning started with a presentation from Kathy de Jong of Bay Area SMACNA on the importance of the sheet metal and HVAC industry. Next, the students learned a little about UMI and the different aspects of working in the industry from UMI President and CEO Leonard Bertolami, Director of Construction Operations Jaime Gonzalez, Executive VP Neal Fox, Director of Engineering Alex Sandoval, Director of Administrative Operations Carna Phillips and past intern turned Project Engineer Nico Holman. Their overall message to students was the importance of working together and communication to ensure effective solutions are executed for the client.

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Students were then taken on a tour of UMI’s shop to observe workers and machines in motion, from the plasma cutters and Whisper-Loc, to viewing various finished products.

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After a two-year break, the 2022 Intern Training

Seeing the physical equipment helped me to get a scale of the project.

After lunch, the group was taken on a job walk at an Apple production site to see current work on the HVAC systems.

Project Manager Jake Zander provided a detailed tour to the students, including lessons learned and a walk around the roof to see how new and existing HVAC systems were installed and supported. The job walk was a highlight of the day. When asked what else participants liked most about the Intern Training Day, comments included, “seeing the physical equipment helped me to get a scale of a project,” the “connection between the design and actual build” and “the explanation of what SMACNA is and what they stood for.”

Many thanks go to UMI Program Manager Katie Junge for spearheading this successful day with Bay Area SMACNA staff.

IN MEMORIAM

IN MEMORY OF LES PETERSON With great sadness, we announce the unexpected passing of longtime board member Les Peterson. Les was a third-generation owner, president and CEO of Peterson Mechanical, a Sonoma HVAC company with a 106-year tenure. Under his leadership, Peterson Mechanical took on cutting edge projects throughout the Bay Area, including early development of geothermal energy at the geysers in Northern Sonoma County. He also helped pioneer the Heavy Metal summer program to encourage students become interested in the trades.

Bay Area SMACNA’s Intern Training Day is a wonderful opportunity for Bay Area students to gain exposure to the sheet metal and HVAC industry. In partnership with Sheet Metal Workers Union Local 104, a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) enables both large and small contractors to hire one intern per summer for trade exposure in shop and field roles. Interns who are enrolled in non-trade roles, such as engineering and accounting, are also invited to attend. Interns who have been awarded a scholarship from the Bay Area SMACNA Scholarship Trust Fund are eligible for a 50% increase in their final scholarship amount after their internship is complete.

Both personally and professionally, Les was always there to lend a hand. He contributed time and services to a number of community organizations, including the Sonoma Valley Boys & Girls Club and the Sonoma Valley Field of Dreams.

Peterson Mechanical’s 40-year history as a Bay Area SMACNA member meant Les was well-known to his peers and colleagues. He had been active on the board of directors and executive board from 1998 through 2022. His absence will be felt for many years to come, and his friendship and generosity will be missed by many.

Our sincere condolences go out to his wife, Peggy, his children and all of his family and friends.

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ASSOCIATION | Appointees

WELCOME NEW BOARD MEMBERS The Bay Area SMACNA Board of Directors recently welcomed five new faces. Effective leaders within their own companies, each of these individuals will be instrumental in the development and execution of our association’ s strategic vision. We’re excited for them to share their expertise.

Let’s meet our new our new board members!

Larry Jimenez SALES MANAGER, ACCO

Larry Jimenez is currently a Sales Manager at ACCO Engineered Systems for the Bay Area based out of San Leandro. He has been in the mechanical contracting industry for 27 years and started at ACCO in 2009. Larry attended college at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo and enjoys outdoor activities.

ACCO is part of our East Bay district and specializes in commercial HVAC, commercial refrigeration systems, custom fabrication, industrial sheet metal and kitchen equipment.

Leonard Bertolami PRESIDENT & CEO, UNITED MECHANICAL After graduating from Cal Poly in 1993 with a degree in mechanical engineering and technical communications, Leonard Bertolami began his career with ACCO Engineered Systems in Northern California. During his 20-year tenure, he designed and managed a wide array of technical projects.

He eventually moved into corporate management as Senior Vice President of the Northern California Project Group. In 2013, Leonard became Vice President of United Mechanical, and was promoted shortly after to President and CEO. He is also the founder of a Bay Area Dolby Atmos music recording studio and enjoys spending time with his family, playing the drums and golfing.

United Mechanical specializes in HVAC and plumbing systems design, construction, retrofit, repair and 24/7 emergency service for commercial and industrial properties throughout Northern California.

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Mike Fisher

PRESIDENT, THERMA LLC Mike Fisher began his career at Therma in 2004 as Risk Manager. In 2014, he was promoted to COO and became responsible for oversight of Therma’s Nor Cal operations. In July 2021, he was promoted to President. Prior to joining Therma, Mike served as President of Ross Cook Corporation, a manufacturer of centrifugal blowers for the semiconductor and biopharma industries. When he is not working, Mike enjoys spending time with his two daughters, mountain biking and fly fishing.

Therma is a design/build contractor with 1,200 employees and offices in Emeryville, South San Francisco, Fremont, Pleasanton and San Jose (corporate). Therma expertise includes, HVAC, plumbing, process piping, architectural metals, fabrication, industrial automation, building controls and specialty process systems.

Vijay Singh CEO, ICOM

Born and raised in India, Vijay Singh came to the U.S. in 1993 and received his master’s in mechanical engineering from San Jose State. With 27 years in the industry, Vijay started as a project manager at Critchfield Mechanical and was with them for 18 years prior to joining ICOM. In 2014, he joined ICOM as a partner and transitioned to the CEO position two years later. He is thankful to have had the mentorship he experienced at ICOM and values that they add new, younger partners to carry on ICOM’s tradition.

ICOM, which stands for Industrial/Commercial, was founded in 1981 as a small HVAC system installation and repair company with a 24/7 full-service maintenance department. The company has since expanded to provide industrial and commercial design/build contracting services to general contractors and business owners who need HVAC, plumbing and process piping design/build services.

Michelle Acosta

VP OF OPERATIONS AND MARKETING, ACOSTA SHEET METAL MANUFACTURING Michelle Acosta was recently announced Vice President of Operations and Marketing at Acosta Sheet Metal Manufacturing. She was also named one of the Silicon Valley Business Journal’s 2022 Women of Influence. A graduate of San Jose State University’s Lucas College of Business, Michelle is a seasoned marketing and operations professional with expertise in outreach within the manufacturing industry.

Acosta Sheet Metal Manufacturing, also known as Acosta Mfg., is a family-owned sheet metal manufacturer with a 50-year legacy in San Jose. Acosta Mfg. specializes in residential and commercial HVAC duct products, including oval duct, residential and commercial roofing metals and architectural.

Their state-of-the-art equipment and highly skilled and experienced team allow them to fabricate custom pieces for virtually any job.

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SCHOLARSHIP TRUST GOLF TOURNAMENT It was a beautiful day for the Bay Area SMACNA

For many years, the Bay Area SMACNA chapter has helped

Scholarship Trust Golf Tournament at Castlewood

students and their families meet the financial demands of

Country Club in Pleasanton. Golfers checked in and

higher education. Many of these students also participate in

were greeted with a warm breakfast and gift bag.

our summer internship program and learn about our industry

They were able to browse the raffle prize table and

through opportunities with our contractor members.

purchase raffle tickets for a chance to win before heading out on the course.

Many thanks to our sponsors for helping make this year’s tournament another success!

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THANKS, SPONSORS! EAGLE SPONSORS ACCO ENGINEERED SYSTEMS AXIS MECHANICAL CRITCHFIELD MECHANICAL SOUTHLAND INDUSTRIES UNITED MECHANICAL WEST COAST ASM WESTERN ALLIED MECHANICAL WICA NORTHERN CALIFORNIA

BIRDIE SPONSORS MILWAUKEE TOOL SILICON VALLEY MECHANICAL TEMCOOL

PAR SPONSORS ACCO ENGINEERED SYSTEMS ACOSTA SHEET METAL MFG. AUTOMATED SOLUTIONS GROUP AXIS MECHANICAL BAY CITY MECHANICAL BELL PRODUCTS BENESYS BROADWAY MECHANICAL BULLARD’S HEATING & AIR CRITCHFIELD MECHANICAL DE BELLA MECHANICAL DUCTMATE ENTERPRISE FLEET MANAGEMENT HILTI MARELICH MECHANICAL MILWAUKEE NATIONAL AIR BALANCE CO. NORMAN S. WRIGHT SILICON VALLEY MECHANICAL SMART SMW 104 SOUTHLAND INDUSTRIES

T&A SUPPLY TEMCOOL UNITED MECHANICAL WEST COAST ASM WESTERN ALLIED MECHANICAL WICA NORTHERN CALIFORNIA WITHUM

FLAG SPONSORS HARRIS BAY AREA

BOGIE SPONSORS CLICKSAFETY BUILDING POINT PACIFIC FREMONT BANK KAISER PERMANENTE MARINA MECHANICAL

HOLE IN ONE SPONSORS DE BELLA MECHANICAL ICOM MECHANICAL PETERSON MECHANICAL UNION RETIREMENT SOLUTIONS

TEE SPONSORS DFG ADVISORS GOW SUPPLY LOGOBOSS MESTEK PROVIDENT CREDIT UNION

LUNCH SPONSORS GC FASTENERS

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SCHOLARSHIP TRUST GOLF TOURNAMENT (CONTINUED)

2022 Scholarship Winners The mission of the Bay Area SMACNA Scholarship

2022 GOLF WINNERS Different competitions were held on each of two courses during our annual golf tournament.

Congratulations to this year’s winners!

HILL COURSE CLOSEST TO THE PIN (MEN) — HOLE #6 Eric Adams, 38” LONGEST DRIVE (MEN) — HOLE #1 Jason Boyd

is to provide educational opportunities to students who have demonstrated exceptional excellence and commitment in academics, community service and extracurricular activities. We are proud to have raised enough funds during this year’s golf tournament to

CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL OUR SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS! RYAN HEISE JACK HIRST EVA KOUYATE ELISABETH LOWDER LISA LUHRS KAIYA MADORIN COOPER MATTHIES KAIYA MODORIN HARUN MOMIN ISABEL MORROW BRADLEY NURISSO GILLIEAN O’LEARY LIAM SHORE ALLISON SOTO HALLE STECKEL

CLOSEST TO THE PIN (MEN) — HOLE #14 Mark Wing, 17’ CLOSEST TO THE PIN (WOMEN) — HOLE #14 Sarah Groskopf, 25’ 11”

support 38 scholarship recipients.

ABIGAIL ALCAYAGA ALLYSON ALCAYAGA KIRA ANDERSON MATTHEW BAGOT JACK BAGOT ADRIANNA BLODGETT MARINA BUCINI GWENDOLYN CONN NATASHA CONN VICTOR DOLLOSSO MADISON GAINES CALEB HARDESTY CONNER HARDESTY OLIVIA HARDESTY COLE HEATHORN

VALLEY COURSE

KATHERINE STROMGREN NAMI SUZUKI SARA THOMAS KYLE WEBBER HAILEY WOLSFELD HANNAH WOLSFELD JOSEPHINA YANG JULIANA YANG GEORGIA ZANNIS

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LONGEST DRIVE (MEN) — HOLE #1 Bob Gaines LONGEST DRIVE (WOMEN) — HOLE #1 Sarah Groskopf

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Brian Sosine Tim Yager Scott Carelli Corey Scholler

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SECOND PLACE

Ramill Tagoylo Ouma Moss John Regino Jared Gropp

THIRD PLACE

Ian MacLaren Jeremiah Newens Jeff Stewart Kevin Terwillinger

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HEAVY METAL SUMMER EXPERIENCE More than 120 students participated in the 2022 Heavy Metal Summer Experience (HMSE) hosted by four of our local contractor members: Western Allied Mechanical, ACCO, Silicon Valley Mechanical and Peterson Mechanical.

Last year, Angie Simon of Western Allied Mechanical, along with Hermanson Company from Washington, piloted this six-week program with the intention of expanding it across the country. This year, the program expanded into five states with the hope that more will join next year.

With the reduction of vocational training and emphasis on college for all high school students, exposure to career opportunities in construction is crucial to the growth of our industry. Highlighting the opportunities available in sheet metal and HVAC through the Heavy Metal Summer Experience introduces high school students and recent graduates (ages 15-19) to careers in the building

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trades. Not only are students learning through hands-on projects and working alongside craft professionals, they also learn about local apprenticeship training opportunities and how it’s an overlooked post-secondary education option.

The program also hopes to create workforce diversity and entice the next generation of craft workers.

The HMSE is a 501(c)(3) incorporated company and is made possible by a dedicated group of working craft professionals, vendors who donate tools and PPE, and contractors across the country eager to open their shops and facilities to host a camp and introduce students to the building trades.

If your company is interested in becoming a future host contractor, email Angie Simon at angie.simon@hmse.org.

You’ll receive a Hosting HMSE Playbook, graphics and she’ll help connect you with groups promoting workforce development in your area. Interested participants can also email Angie to be connected with upcoming camps in your area. Donations of work boots, PPE, tools, project materials, snacks and transportation are also appreciated and help make these programs a success.

3 big reasons students should explore a career in the trades Through exposure to sheet metal, piping and plumbing trades, HMSE students will explore trades and become part of a team that builds community.

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Construction offers career opportunity throughout the nation. In 2020, it represented over $1.46 trillion.

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Paid living wages, excellent benefits, onthe-job training, career opportunities and no student debt burden are among the benefits of a career in the trades.

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Gender pay gap in construction is one of the lowest of all industries, where women earn 99.1% of their male counterparts.

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FIVE KEY TRENDS

IMPACTING INSURANCE AND RISK MANAGEMENT Gallagher is one of the world’s largest insurance brokerage, risk management and consulting

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firms. As a community insurance broker and trusted consultant, the company helps people and businesses move forward with confidence. Gallagher’s dedicated construction team provides risk management solutions to contractors that extend beyond traditional exposures to protect your business. They work with agents to keep abreast of current conditions and trends, while trying to anticipate future risks.

Gallagher’s knowledgeable in-house team of experts help clients identify and mitigate risks that are under impact from these five areas of particular concern:

Showcase flexibility when warranted.

Drought induced supply shortages.

Starting in December, the EU’s sixth

The current drought in Europe, central

round of Russian sanctions will prohibit

China and the western United States

the import of about two-thirds of

will impact production of products

Europe’s current oil. Because this oil is

with water-intensive manufacturing

not otherwise available on the market,

products. These include microchips

Gallagher predicts major shortages

(which have already been in short

in European production of products

supply), paints and coatings, textiles

using oil and gas inputs (e.g. chemicals,

and certain chemicals (alkalis, chlorine

fertilizer and plastics), together with

and industrial gases). Compounding

major logistical challenges in moving

sanctions-related shortages, the

goods by truck. As such, contractors

European drought is also creating

using European-sourced equipment

logistical problems by reducing boat and

should immediately be looking for

barge capacity.

alternative suppliers.

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While the industry continues to navigate current challenges like these, it’s critical to work with a team of construction and contractor experts to help you create a risk management program that closes gaps and supports the continuous running of your business.

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Drought induced power shortages.

Company data and cyber liabilities.

Safety technology.

Many western states are dependent

Construction projects of any size run on

Insurers are pushing contractors to

on hydroelectric power, but electricity

data, and if a hacker installs ransomware

use more advanced safety technology,

supply is falling with water levels, and

on your system, your project could

including wearables that can sound

may stop altogether if water levels fall

grind to an almost immediate stop. To

alarms to notify workers of restricted

too low. Hoover Dam used to provide

address labor shortages, the industry

or hazardous areas, log interactions

enough power for one million homes,

is also turning to robot technology for

between workers for contact tracing

but falling water levels in Lake Mead

things like laying rebar, tying the rebar

and job hazard analysis, warn

have caused a 33% decrease in power

together and 3-D concrete printers. Each

supervisors of unsafe equipment usage

production as of May 2022. If the water

of these systems depends on computer

and alert managers to possible injuries

levels fall another 90 feet, it will not be

controls, often controlled remotely. A

to expedite an emergency response. Use

able to produce any power. Thermal

hacker penetrating your system could

of such equipment can also save you

plants using steam turbines also use

seize control of the robots, causing

money through reduced Experience

large quantities of water, and drought

immense harm. To protect yourself,

Modification Rates (EMR) from fewer

may affect their power production.

ensure that all employees are fully

accidents and greater efficiency to better

trained on cybersecurity issues, your

monitoring of worker activities.

software is kept up to date with the latest security patches and you have appropriate cyber-security insurance.

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HALIBUT FISHING TRIP On June 23, Bay Area SMACNA had a great turnout of more than 70 members for the halibut fishing trip in the bay.

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Four boats headed out under the Golden Gate early in the morning and fished until the late afternoon. The fog never fully burned off, but it was an extraordinary day for fishing. All boats caught their limit with the largest halibut weighing in at 31 pounds. Thank you to all who attended — we hope you had a great time!

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EVENT RECAP | September 11-14

SMACNA NATIONAL CONVENTION The 2022 National Convention was held in the beautiful Rocky Mountains at The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs. Contractor and associate members had four days of education, networking and unforgettable memories together.

The education sessions topics ranged from communication, equipment and new technology, leadership and workforce planning, to tax incentives and changing project risk environment. One message

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that had everyone talking was, life is a team sport. You can’t lead people if you don’t know how to be a good teammate. By putting in the effort and being the best version of yourself each day, you’ll help those around you be the best version of themselves.

The product show offered members the chance to engage with our associate members to learn more about what is offered. The annual business meeting sent a message of optimism for the continued growth of hours in 2023 with

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Building stronger chapters by focusing on membership and education

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Building on our strengths in government and labor relations

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Continuing to have a welcoming environment for diversity with more women and minorities joining

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Supporting our workforce and continuing to engage new workers to recruit the best work force available

Angie Simon announced safety awards and reminded everyone to keep an eye out for when to participate next year.

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The level of content and presenters at the convention was phenomenal. I will take what I learned with me to improve my leadership skills and grow the business.

JASON BOYD West Coast ASM

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things being back to normal. SMACNA’s new president, Tony Kocurek, spoke about his vision for SMACNA this upcoming year. His objectives include:

Our Bay Area SMACNA chapter night was held at Restaurant 1858 against the backdrop of Seven Falls, a magnificent series of cascading waterfalls located in a 1,400-foot box canyon. Our members enjoyed dinner, music and views from the Eagle’s Nest. It was great to see so many new and first-time members attend the convention!

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EDUCATION

LATE SUMMER/EARLY FALL CLASSES A SUCCESS Due to advance preparations for moving our office in the new year, our educational offerings through the fall are a little lighter than normal. However, the quality of our courses remains top-notch! Check out a few of the recent classes we’ve offered to interested members.

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EVENT RECAP | September 17

GIANTS VS. DODGERS AT BAY AREA SMACNA’S CHAPTER NIGHT Although the Giants couldn’t pull off a win for our Chapter Night on September 17, it was still a fun night! Our contractor and associate members were able to network before and during the game and enjoyed the view from our semiprivate section.

The evening started with a pre-game ceremony for Hunter Pence making the Wall of Fame. Will Clark, Barry Bonds and Orlando Cepeda — some of San Francisco’s greatest Giants — were there to help celebrate. Unlike the night before, the Giants were at least able to score two runs against the Dodgers. Even with a loss the energy of the crowd brought everyone together.

Happy Anniversary to John and Wendy Bagot, who celebrated 28 years at the event!

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APPRENTICES

APPRENTICESHIP UPDATES The Sheet Metal Workers’ Local 104 and Bay Area Industry Training Fund met in January for the Trust Meeting of Labor and Management.

Some highlights and recent developments discussed include:

Number of indentures increasing With overall hours increasing significantly since April of this year, it’s not surprising that the request for new apprentices has also grown. As of August 31, 2022, 171 apprentices have been indentured for the East, North, South and West Bay areas. The Local 104 SMW Training and Bay Area Industry Fund Board of Trustees has approved additional indentures to ensure apprentices are available to fulfill workplace needs today and in the future.

Apprenticeship funding grows Due to California’s budget surplus, the Related Supplemental Instruction (RSI) funding allocated by the California Chancellor’s Office of Community Colleges — also known as the Montoya Funds, allocated annually for all registered apprenticeship programs — recently increased from $6.77 to $8.82 for each RSI hour our training program receives for fiscal year 2022-2023.

The Dean of Apprenticeship Programs at Foothill College, Chris Allen, who is our LEA’s administrator for our annual RSI funding, said, “This is the largest increase I have seen to date, and is an incredible investment by the State of California for all registered apprenticeship programs up and down the state.”

These funds will go a long way to ensure our programs continually strive for state-of-the-art technology that supports all our instruction for the Local 104 Sheet Metal Apprenticeship Programs.

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Pre-apprentices waiting to get indentured can improve their ranking by earning extra points for every month they work and by completing additional elective classes through the training program.

Apprentices needing time and space for additional support can request a leave of absence through their local apprenticeship Training Coordinator. Those needing substance abuse assistance can access the BEAT IT program through Local 104.

Building Trades Sheet Metal apprentices complete three 2-week sessions during 1st through 4th year, then attend six evening classes as a 5th year apprentice. Service and TAB apprentices attend class in one-week blocks six times a year as 1st through 4th year apprentices, then attend six evening classes as a 5th year apprentice.

DID YOU KNOW? SMW Local 104 Apprenticeship “101”

Apprentices must turn in their on-thejob training hours to the Division of Apprenticeship Standards every month (apprentices do not turn in their OJT hours to the DAS; they submit hours to the training program). If submittals are received late more than 3 times, apprentices are automatically dropped from the program.

Apprentices in good standing receive raises every six months and are required to perform community service hours as part of their apprenticeship.

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WIC | 2022

THANK YOU TO OUR 2022 WIC SPONSORS Thank you to our 2022 WIC sponsors who make our educational programs and events possible!

COPPER LEVEL SPONSORS EVENT | February 6-7, 2023

SMACNA’S 2023 DAY AT THE CAPITOL CAL SMACNA’s 2023 Day at the Capitol will provide you with an opportunity to help shape state policy on CAL SMACNA’s top issues related to public contracts, public education and employment issues.

Registration deadline: December 15, 2022

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Questions? Email Emily Mills at emily@cal-smacna.org

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FEBRUARY 6-7 Hyatt Regency in Sacramento

ALUMINUM LEVEL SPONSORS REGISTER NOW Scan the QR code to register for this event. https://bit.ly/3QZRMFK

2022 BAY AREA SMACNA OFFICERS

Rich Buckley

Keith Atteberry

Duane Davies

President

Vice President

First Vice President

Anderson, Rowe & Buckley

Marelich Mechanical

NABCO

Bobby Bramlett

Brian Pyle

Treasurer

Secretary

John Bagot Past President

Aire Sheet Metal

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2022 TRUSTEES & DIRECTORS Michelle Acosta

Dave Foster

Gregg Perry

Acosta Sheet Metal

Martinez Sheet Metal, Inc.

Air Systems Service & Construction

Randy Attaway

Sean Greenwood

Les Peterson

AGC, Inc.

Critchfield Mechanical

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Leonard Bertolami

Mitch Hoppe

Vijay Singh

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Melrose Metal Products, Inc.

ICOM

Paul De Bella

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Paul Steckel

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Van-Mulder Sheet Metal, Inc.

Don Dennehy, Jr.

Larry Jimenez

Bob Tuck

Crown Sheet Metal & Skylight, Inc.

ACCO Engineering

Atlas Heating and Air Conditioning

Chris Enfantino

Sargon Michael

Doug Ulrich

Environmental Systems, Inc.

Allied Heating & A/C

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Yindy Felkins

Mark Napier

Art Williams

Western Allied Mechanical

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Air Systems, Inc.

Mike Fisher

Mike Pence

Therma

Control Air Enterprises, LLC

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