THE LATEST NEWS FROM CAM
August 15, 2022
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- Sponsor Deadline Approaching for September's Building Connections Event
- Cruise in to CAM this Saturday for Our Annual Classic Car Show & BBQ
- CAMTEC's Featured Classes
- Is Your Company Celebrating a Milestone Anniversary?
- Fall Sporting Clays Takes Place September 20th
- The Great Lakes Design & Construction EXPO Is Coming Feb 2023!
- CAM Member Benefit: Human Resources Assistance from HRPro
- Safe + Sound Week Takes Place August 15th-21st
- Plan Now for National Apprenticeship Week
- OSHA Seeking Nominations for National Advisory Committee
- DeWALT Recalls Over a Million Miter Saws
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Sponsor Deadline Approaching for September's Building Connections Event |
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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!
September 7th - Building Connections
1 Campus Martius, Detroit
6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
CAM and the Executive Committee of Building Connections offers this opportunity to network, socialize and support a worthy cause with all members of the industry.
The deadline for sponsorship is Wednesday, August 24th.
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Cruise in to CAM this Saturday for Our Annual Classic Car Show & BBQ
The sponsors are now secured, food and t-shirts are ordered, and the band is ready to rock! The CAM Cruise-in takes place on Saturday, August 20th. Grab your lawn chair and cooler and roll on into the CAM lot on Woodward starting at 9:00 a.m., classic car or not -- although classic cars get premium parking spots! Those without a classic car can park in the lot south of our building.
There is BBQ all day and live music by Black Mountain Sons. Celebrate this fun, annual tradition with other CAM members and CAM staff. CLICK HERE > to learn more. Please register in advance.
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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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Aug 30th, 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
This program is intended to educate workers and project managers about the hazards associated with and safeguards needed to protect workers during excavation activities. Review case studies and participate in hands-on scenario-based activities to enhance their understanding of this topic.
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Sept 5th-Oct 24th, 5:00 p.m-8:00 p.m.
Students will learn a series of related steps leading to an understanding of shop prints, basic print terminology and sketching various views of pictorial and orthographic drawings. Plot plans, floor plans, elevations, sections, and details of all elements that make up a print will be presented.
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Sept 7th, 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. | Virtual
Learn effective management of projects to remain competitive and successful in today’s construction environment. The project environment is discussed, as well as tools to plan organizational response to work. Project management implementation is explained including the effective management of resources.
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Sept 13th, 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
This course teaches the principles of basic life support for adults, including hands-only CPR, first aid, choking in adults, signs, and symptoms of heart attack and stroke, and treatment for shock. Learn 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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Is Your Company Celebrating a Milestone Anniversary? |
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Is your company having a milestone anniversary in 2022 or 2023? CAM Magazine's December 2022 issue will be celebrating "Company Milestone Anniversaries" for CAM member companies whose anniversaries are in this calendar year or next. Any milestone anniversary ending in 5 or 0 is welcome.
Companies celebrating 25 years and over will be allowed a 200-word editorial blurb and a photo/logo to celebrate their anniversary. Write-ups and photos should be EMAILED > no later than Friday, October 21st. All other companies will be mentioned by year – 5th, 10th, 15th, and 20th. Advertising for this popular issue is available. Contact Roy Jones (248) 972-1115 for rates and information. The advertising deadline for this issue is November 4th.
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Fall Sporting Clays Takes Place September 20th |
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This year's clay shoot is now sold out, but there is still time to sponsor this event. The CAM Sporting Clays has been one of CAM's most popular events since it began more than 30 years ago.
CAM Fall Sporting Clays
Tuesday, September 20th
Hunter's Creek, 675 E. Sutton Road, Metamora
More than 100 participants will enjoy lunch, prizes and contests, and a perch dinner. Sponsorship opportunities are available for stations and door prizes. EMAIL US > for more information.
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The Great Lakes Design & Construction EXPO Is Coming Feb 2023! |
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We are thrilled to welcome the below exhibitors to the 2023 EXPO, coming to the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi on February 15, 2023!
This is an exciting, one-day event that combines the Great Lakes Design and Construction EXPO, CAM Magazine Special Issue Awards, and CAM’s Annual Meeting. Planned in conjunction with the Home Builders Association of Southeastern Michigan and sponsored by Lake Michigan Credit Union,
The following companies have recently reserved booth space:
- Priority Waste
- Broner Glove and Safety Co
- Schluter Systems
- AIS Construction Equipment
- Peabody Insurance
- MacAllister Rentals / Michigan CAT
See the full list of exhibitors and links to their websites on the EXPO WEBSITE. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity - reserve your booth today! CLICK HERE > to learn more.
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CAM Member Benefit: Human Resources Assistance from HRPro |
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Feeling overwhelmed by all the HR and Benefits administration tasks? We get it! CAM affinity partner HRPro has created this Ultimate HR and Benefits Checklist just for you! Download it now HERE >. Available only to current members of CAM. Three service offering packages tailored specifically for the construction industry.
For additional information and to complete a request to be contacted by an HR professional, CLICK HERE >.
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Safe + Sound Week Takes Place August 15th-21st |
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Safe + Sound Week is a nationwide event held each August that recognizes the successes of workplace health and safety programs and offers information and ideas on how to keep America's workers safe.
All organizations looking for an opportunity to recognize their commitment to safety are welcome to participate. Last year, more than 5,300 businesses helped to raise awareness about workers' health and safety! CLICK HERE > to learn more.
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Plan Now for National Apprenticeship Week |
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The 8th Annual National Apprenticeship Week (NAW) takes place November 14th-20th. The U.S. Department of Labor sponsors this event to recognize the value of Registered Apprenticeship for industry, career seekers, and communities. NAW 2022 also celebrates the 85th anniversary of the National Apprenticeship Act, which established the modern apprenticeship system that exists today to support industry’s needs for talent while protecting the safety and welfare of apprentices.
CLICK HERE > for tools to help promote and plan your events. Resources include a NAW Fact Sheet, Planning Toolkit, Guide to Hosting a Virtual Event, and the 2021 Report to look back at past ideas. You can also register your company’s events and have them highlighted on the NAW map.
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OSHA Seeking Nominations for National Advisory Committee |
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DeWALT Recalls Over a Million Miter Saws |
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DeWalt has recalled 1.4 million of its 12-inch Sliding Compound Miter Saw Models DWS779, DWS780, and DHS790. The miter saw’s rear safety guard can break or detach, posing an injury hazard due to projectiles that can strike the user and bystanders and a laceration hazard to the user who could come into direct contact with the saw blade. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled miter saws and contact DeWALT for details on how to receive a free repair kit or to take their saw to a DeWALT service center for a free repair. CLICK HERE > to learn more.
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Construction Association of Michigan | 248.972.1000 | Fax 248.972.1001
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