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DOL Issues Guidance to Meet Requirements of 3 Federal Acts
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division just published additional guidance on the protections and requirements of the Fair Labor Standards (FLSA), the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) on how they impact workplaces as they reopen during the current COVID-19 pandemic. The guidance includes a Fact Sheet for Employees, a Fact Sheet for Employers, a Question & Answer document about paid sick leave and the expanded family and medical leave under the FFCRA, and more.

Beware of COVID-19 Scams

The Small Business Administration's (SBA's) Office of Inspector General is alerting businesses about potential fraud schemes related to economic stimulus programs offered by the SBA in response to COVID-19. Fraudsters have already begun targeting small business owners. Be on the lookout for grant fraud, loan fraud, and phishing. The SBA does not initiate contact on 7a loans, disaster loans, or grants. If you are proactively contacted by someone claiming to be from the SBA, suspect fraud.

Congress Headed for Stimulus Showdown
A fight over the next round of coronavirus aid is coming as lawmakers prepare to get a deal, facing an August 7 deadline, significant policy differences, and an upcoming election. Both Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell and House Speaker Nancy Pelosi say they think they will be able to get a deal, but have not started negotiating. McConnell is expected to lay out the forthcoming GOP proposal to his caucus as soon as today.

Register by July 27 to Enroll Your Employees in Introduction to Mechanical Insulation on August 4-5

Time Is Running out to Register by July 27 for Part 1 Only: Take NIA’s Introduction to Mechanical Insulation
The 2-day intro-only online course is excellent training for new employees to educate them about the mechanical insulation industry and products. Now is a great time to give your remote workers a new understanding of the industry in just 2 days online.

Topics include a review of the insulation industry market segments; the need and importance of inspection; the purpose of mechanical insulation systems; primary insulation materials and protective coverings; the importance of Safety Data Sheets; and codes, standards, regulations, and guidelines, and how they are intertwined.

Only 1 Week Left to Sign Up for the August Course!
Get Certified in August or October—Virtually

Thermal Insulation Inspector Certification Program: This 4-day course will educate participants on how to inspect and verify that the materials and the insulation system have been installed in accordance with the mechanical insulation specifications.

Registration is open for NIA's upcoming virtual courses:

This will be taught live by the instructors.
  • Part 1 on August 4–5: NIA's Introduction to Mechanical Insulation
  • Part 2 on August 11–12: NIA's Thermal Insulation Inspector Certification Course

This will include both live and pre-recorded sessions.
  • Part 1 on September 30–October 1: NIA's Introduction to Mechanical Insulation
  • Part 2 on October 6–7: NIA's Thermal Insulation Inspector Certification Course

To become a Certified Thermal Insulation Inspector , class participants must complete both Part 1 and 2, and receive a passing grade on the final examination at the end of each level. All course materials will be shipped to participants.

New Sponsorship Opportunities Available!

NIA’s Thermal Insulation Inspector Certification™ Course
Are you interested in getting your brand in front of Insulation Inspectors? NIA is now offering the opportunity to provide branded items (notebooks, pens, hand sanitizer, etc.) to individuals taking NIA's Thermal Insulation Inspector Certification course. This includes online and in-person courses! For more information and pricing details, please contact training@insulation.org .
Host a Private Course for Your Team or Clients

Choose from NIA's Introduction to Mechanical Insulation Course (2-day course) or the full Thermal Insulation Inspector Certification course (4-day course). Both training courses can be held virtually or at the location of your choice and you can invite your employees, members, and guests.

Contact training@insulation.org for pricing and more information. Discounted pricing is available to NIA members, Gold-Elite Foundation contributors, and engineers. Click here to download a flyer with more information about the benefits of hosting a course.
Resource: One Free Call with Legal Counsel
For NIA Member Companies on Any Safety Topic
Now through August 31
In the spirit of aiding all of our members during this critical time, NIA Legal Counsel Gary Auman of Auman, Mahan & Furry has offered to respond to 1 safety matter question, per NIA member company, via telephone call or email. Thank you, Gary, for your generosity and your safety expertise.

Contact Auman, Mahan & Furry at 937-223-6003.
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