Tuesday Toolbox - June 25, 2019
It's a Wrap
2019 Parade of Homes
Thank you everyone for a memorable 2019 Parade of Homes! Thirteen amazing homes by 12 talented builders is a recipe for a successful Parade. Thank you to our sponsors, builders, committee, non-profit hosts and visitors.

Congratulations to all the award winners! Click Here for a complete list or visit the Parade webpage.
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Thank You Sara!
We Will Miss You
The HBAGTA would like to extend a special thank you to Sara Javed who for the last 3 years has been the HBA Events Coordinator.

She has orchestrated the Parade of Homes, the Scholarship Dinner, the Home EXPO, the Golf Outing, the Holiday Party, and our General Membership Meetings. Whew! Sara's attention to detail has made our events a wonderful success. She will will be greatly missed.

Sara has taken a position at TBA Credit Union and we wish her the best in her future endeavors.
National Energy Codes Conference
Why Builders Should Attend
Hosted by the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy May 28-30 in Denver, the program had a mix of traditional panel-led sessions and moderated discussion sessions that helped to generate ideas on specific topics.

While building codes may be intimidating, this year’s conference highlighted the importance of having all stakeholders involved in discussions surrounding how codes affect those who construct the buildings. Consider joining the conversation next year and getting involved through similar local events.
Save the Date!
September 25, 2019
Mark your calendars for Sept. 25, 2019 for the much anticipated HBAGTA Scholarship Dinner! Contact the HBA office today to become a sponsor or to reserve your corporate table.

Your invaluable support of this important event will help raise funds for future scholarships and shine the spotlight on the need for skilled trade professionals in our industry and the opportunities available.
Drone Use High Among Builders
How Eyes in the Skies Are Being Used
Nearly half of builders continue to use aerial drones, according to a March survey conducted by NAHB.

Overall, 44% of builders reported using drones in 2019 — down just slightly from the 46% in 2018, but considerably higher than the 22% who reported using drones in 2016, the first time NAHB included the survey question.

So how are these eyes in the skies being used? By far, the most common purpose is  READ MORE
Mobile Equipment - No Room for Error!
Safety Bulletin
According to MIOSHA, the fourth and fifth deaths early in 2019 involved contact with moving equipment or vehicles (Michigan Worker Death Notification). In one accident, a truck operator was crushed by his own vehicle at a landfill that occurred after mechanical problems. The truck operator’s vehicle experienced problems and was being moved by an operator of heavy equipment. At some point, the truck operator READ MORE

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March-May 2019
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