THE LATEST NEWS FROM CAM
MAY 13, 2022
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FEATURED IN THIS ISSUE:
- This Year's Economic Forecast Breakfast Features the "Bowtie Economist"
- CAM Connects You with Old & New Colleagues at These Upcoming Events
- Announcing the 2021 Safety Achievement Award Winners
- Get to Know CAMComp During Episode 9 of the Building Michigan Podcast
- CAMTEC's Featured Classes
- Construction Federal Credit Union Now Offers Free Mobile Deposits
- Enter the CAM Community – Where Members Connect
- CAMSafety Call for Presenters
- Gov. Whitmer Proclaims May as Professional Trades Month
- Call for AIA Detroit 2022 Recognition Award Nominees
- Engineering and Technology Job Fair Coming to Novi on May 24th
- Trench Safety Stand-Down Takes Place June 20th-24th
- Product Advisory – Select 3M DBI-Sala Harnesses
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This Year's Economic Forecast Breakfast Features the "Bowtie Economist" |
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Join the Construction Association of Michigan, the Home Builders Association of Southeastern Michigan, and the Apartment Association of Michigan on June 15th at the Suburban Collection Showplace, as we assess the national and regional perspectives on our economy and how they are affecting our industry. Exhibitor and sponsorship opportunities are available.
This year's featured speaker, Elliot Eisenberg, Ph.D., also known as the "Bowtie Economist," is an internationally acclaimed economist and public speaker specializing in making economics fun, relevant and educational.
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CAM Connects Old & New Colleagues at These Upcoming Events |
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May 24th - The Lexington Bar
Putnam & Trumbull, Detroit
4:00 p.m.-7:00p.m.
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Network with other CAM members for Business After Hours at The Lexington Bar in Detroit. The Lexington offers a great indoor bar, outside patio space, and specialty cocktails. This is a private event for CAM members only.
The cost is $25 per person, includes two drink tickets (to be used for two beers or one craft cocktail / wine beverage), pizza, and great company.
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July 26th - Tigers Tailgate
Bobcat Bonnie's, Michigan Ave. near Rosa Parks, Detroit
5:00 p.m.-8:00p.m.
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CAM members and their guests are invited to join CAM for a Detroit Tigers Tailgate and evening game vs. the Padres. Join us in the tent in the alley adjacent to Bobcat Bonnie's in Corktown for food, drinks, and networking.
Registration fee is just $65 per person and includes choice of food from a special menu, beverages, a ticket to the game, and shuttle service to/from Comerica Park.
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September 7th - Building Connections
1 Woodward Ave., Detroit
6:00p.m.-9:00p.m.
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Over the past 16 years, this event has raised over $2.5 million to support Scouting programs in SE Michigan. Do you know a Scout looking to go into a construction-related career field? They can apply to win a special scholarship!
In conjunction with CAM, the Executive Committee of Building Connections offers this opportunity to network, socialize and support a worthy cause with all members of the industry. CLICK HERE > to register.
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Announcing the 2021 Safety Achievement Award Winners |
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On April 29th, the 2021 CAM Safety Achievement awards were presented to CAM members, categorized by hours worked in 2021, and ranked gold, silver, or bronze, based on maintaining an Experience Modification Rate below 1.0 and reporting recordable injury and illness rates below industry averages.
Award recipients represented ~7,328 employees and clocked over 14,962,541 hours worked, with an average Experience Modification Rate of .70. We were pleased to recognize 15 companies for top honors. An additional 23 companies received honorable mentions for their outstanding dedication to promoting safety and health throughout all levels of their respective companies. CLICK HERE > to view the list of winners and to view photos from the event.
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Get to Know CAMComp During Episode 9 of the Building Michigan Podcast |
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The latest episode of CAM's Michigan’s Building Michigan podcast welcomes CAMComp, CAM’s self-insured workers’ compensation program, represented by Janice Shaver, Administrator, and Juan Ramirez, Marketing Representative. Hosted by CAM President Kevin Koehler, the episode explores the relationship between CAM and CAMComp, and highlights the various tools offered and the many ways in which CAMComp offers superior service to their participating members. CLICK HERE > to learn more and to listen to the podcast.
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CAMTEC's Upcoming Classes |
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Please see the links below for upcoming class information, cost, and registration. If you need further assistance, email Patti Scherer or call (248) 972-1133. CAMTEC also has training rooms to rent! Contact us for more information.
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May 24th
This course teaches the principles of basic life support for adults. The course details hands-only CPR, first aid, choking in adults, signs, and symptoms of heart attack and stroke, and treatment for shock. It explains how AEDs work, and why they are a critical part of emergency cardiac care. Certification is valid for a period of two years.
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June 16th – VIRTUAL
Bonds are effective tools for ensuring that tender bids and construction contracts are honored. Owners, contractors, and suppliers gain the information and resources necessary to understand construction bonds and how best to position themselves to achieve surety credit.
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June 21st-22nd
Learn about the hazards present in most construction projects and be able to identify, and then avoid, reduce, or eliminate job hazards, and learn about required record-keeping procedures. Upon completion of the course, students receive an OSHA Construction Safety and Health 10-Hour course completion card.
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Construction Federal Credit Union Now Offers Free Mobile Deposits |
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Deposit a check any time, anywhere using the Construction Federal Credit Union's free mobile deposit feature. Simply snap a picture of the front and back of your check through CFCU's new mobile app, verify the information, and send! Search your App Store for Construction Federal Credit Union and download your mobile app today.
Also, ATTN CFCU Members: The credit union's annual meeting is scheduled to take place via Zoom on Wednesday, June 29th at 10:00a.m. CLICK HERE > to learn more.
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Enter the CAM Community – Where Members Connect |
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At the 136th CAM Annual meeting in February 2022, we announced an exciting new benefit for CAM Members – the CAM Community. All individuals employed by CAM member companies are invited and encouraged to participate in this online networking space designed exclusively for members. If you didn’t receive your invitation to activate your access, EMAIL US > today.
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CAMSafety Call for Presenters |
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On the second Monday of every month, the CAMSafety Committee meets virtually to discuss current trends, industry events, and review the strategic goals of the program. In addition, we invite a featured speaker to give a presentation to the group. Topics have included drones, using fleet technology to reduce accidents and liabilities, strategies for engaging teams remotely, and more.
We are seeking presenters interested in sharing their expertise with our group of 20+ safety professionals. CLICK HERE > to complete the Call for Presenters.
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Gov. Whitmer Proclaims May as Professional Trades Month |
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On May 6th, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer joined the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity to officially name May as Professional Trades Month "to honor the hard-working men and women in these fields and to encourage more Michiganders to explore educational and career opportunities in these high-demand, high-skilled and high-wage careers." Professional Trades Month spotlights high-demand, high-wage career opportunities for Michiganders, and there are numerous resources to help prepare Michigan’s future workforce. CLICK HERE > to read the full press release and HERE > for links to resources and career exploration tools.
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Call for AIA Detroit 2022 Recognition Award Nominees |
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Honoring those who change the design community for the better.
Every year, individuals within our local community are recognized for their professional achievements, impact on the design profession, grassroots efforts, and significant involvement with AIA Detroit. Please EMAIL > your nominations, nominee's contact info, and supporting materials no later than May 16th. CLICK HERE > to learn more.
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Engineering and Technology Job Fair Coming to Novi on May 24th |
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The Engineers Get Hired job fair, organized by The Engineering Society of Detroit (ESD), draws hundreds of engineers and technology professionals eager to find their next opportunity. Businesses will meet face-to-face with candidates seeking full- and part-time positions, as well as internships and co-op opportunities. Job seekers have an opportunity to meet with representatives from some of Michigan’s leading companies. Free for ESD members; others get in for $20. Registration includes a one-year membership to ESD (for new, first-time members only). CLICK HERE > for more information and to register.
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Trench Safety Stand-Down Takes Place June 20th-24th |
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MIOSHA welcomes the opportunity to talk with employers and employees about the hazards of trenching and excavation work in a non-enforcement capacity. If you are interested in having a MIOSHA representative(s) speak briefly at a jobsite during the week of June 20th-24th, please EMAIL > your request to CAMSafety.
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Product Advisory – Select 3M DBI-Sala Harnesses |
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3M Fall Protection has issued a product advisory related to specific Protecta harnesses. specific. During internal testing, it was discovered that some models of the 3M™ DBI-SALA® Delta™ and 3M™ Protecta® Harnesses did not consistently meet the required performance of ANSI Z359.11-14 clause 4.3.4 headfirst dorsal dynamic drop at the required 3600 lbs. (16 kN) impact force. CLICK HERE > to review the information and please inspect your equipment and follow the instructions for replacement.
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Construction Association of Michigan | 248.972.1000 | Fax 248.972.1001
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