THE LATEST NEWS FROM CAM - July 15, 2020
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FEATURED IN THIS ISSUE:
- CAM's Annual Boy Scouts Building Connections Event - September 24th
- New and in Stock! 2020 CAM Jobsite Posters
- CAMTEC's Upcoming Classes
- Volunteers Needed! Help CAM and Your Community
- Bloomfield Hills Prime Office Space for Lease
- The Christman Company Advances in National Contractor Ranking
- Live Work Play Building to Redefine Lansing Skyline
- Groundbreaking Women in Construction Goes Virtual in August
- Live Event: Design for Climate Action Intersections Symposium 2020
- AGMT Glazier Certification Program Offers Remote Online Testing
- 2023 Edition of National Electrical Code Open for Input
- Safe + Sound Week Takes Place August 10-16
- Safety Stand-Down Rescheduled to September 14th-18th
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Building Connections
is the largest annual gathering of the construction community in Southeast Michigan, providing a unique opportunity for informal business and social interaction while supporting the Scouting program for area youth and their families.
Thursday, September 24th, 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Henry Ford Museum, 20900 Oakwood Blvd., Dearborn
Mixing business with fun is our goal! CAM is working closely with the venue to implement safety protocols and adhere to the recommended procedures for protecting attendees, as well as museum staff. We will hold a virtual silent auction, serve gourmet food, provide open bar, access to exhibits, and of course, fellowship throughout the evening.
Click here
for more information and to register. Sponsorships are available!
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New and in Stock! 2020 CAM Jobsite Posters
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New
jobsite posters
updated for 2020 are available. The Construction Association of Michigan publishes a plastic-laminated, all-in-one 30" x 60" jobsite poster that contains all of the Federal and State of Michigan posters required on all jobsites.
CAM jobsite posters are available for $45 - CAM members pay just $35.
Click here
to purchase from the CAM store or contact Mary Carabott at CAM (248) 972-1108, carabott@buildwithcam.com.
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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
Kacey Lewis
or call (248) 972-1133
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ONLINE: Asbestos & Lead Awareness – MTI
July 22 – 9:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
This training consists of information regarding asbestos and lead and their various forms and uses. Training also includes information on the health effects associated with asbestos and/or lead exposure. Attendees will receive their two-hour, Class IV Asbestos Awareness certification card.
Click here for more info and to register.
CAM Leadership Academy
Starting August 5 – 3:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
To combat what has become a major labor shortage in the construction industry and across the state, CAM has teamed up with Premier Executive Forums to develop the CAM Leadership Academy. Develop your managers into leaders, improving their daily execution in the areas that matter the most to the performance and profitability of your business. Investing in your supervisors and managers will also assist you in attracting and retaining quality talent.
Click here for more info and to register.
Occupational Noise Exposure in Construction - Part 680
August 11 – 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
This program will provide an overview of the MIOSHA’s Part 680: Occupational Noise Standard for Construction operations. Participants will learn about basics of hearing and ear anatomy, the standards that apply to hearing conservation, how to measure noise exposures, and more. The class will include activities that simulate hearing loss and participants will get to see a demonstration of 3M E-A-Rfit™ fit testing system.
Click here for more info and to register.
Supervisor's Role in Safety and Health - MTI Elective
August 12 – 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
This seminar is designed for both GI and Construction first-line supervision, safety and health committee members, and management personnel. Topics include employee safety and health training, accident investigation, hazard recognition, and self-inspection techniques. Using MIOSHA GI and Construction standards and required written programs as a baseline, supervisors are given suggestions to improve their safety and health hazard recognition skills.
Click here for more info and to register.
Other Upcoming Classes:
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Volunteers Needed! Help CAM Help Your Community
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The Construction Association of Michigan participates in the
Adopt-a-Highway program
by sponsoring the stretch of Telegraph Road between 8 Mile and 9 Mile.
We’re seeking volunteers to assist us with picking up trash along the median on Thursday, July 23
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at 9am (in case of inclement weather, make-up day is Friday the 24
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). You will be provided with trash bags, a reflective vest, and gloves. If you’re interested in volunteering,
email
Tracey Alfonsi for more information.
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Bloomfield Hills Prime Office Space for Lease
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The Construction Association of Michigan has 3,150 square feet of prime remodeled
office space
available for lease at its headquarters, located in Bloomfield Hills.
Click here
for a flyer with full details.
This office space is newly remodeled, second-floor location, has covered parking, and includes access to the 45-seat CAMTEC training center and board room. Interested parties should contact Kevin Koehler for pricing and further information (248) 421-4500.
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The Christman Company Advances in National Contractor Ranking
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The Engineering News-Record (ENR) has placed
The Christman Company
at #88 on its 2020 “ENR 400” list of the top 400 contractors nationally, a jump from the company’s 2019 ranking of 93. Christman also landed at #90 on the 2020 ENR list of Top 100 Contractors by New Contracts.
Significant projects from the company’s Detroit office contributing to the top-contractors ranking include the Henry Ford Detroit Pistons Performance Center; the Detroit RiverFront Conservancy (joint venture with L.S. Brinker and Blaze Contracting); Universal Health Services and Beaumont Health behavioral health hospital; and Bedrock, Book Tower restoration (joint venture with L.S. Brinker). Read the full story
here
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Live Work Play Building to Redefine Lansing Skyline
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A 30-plus story mixed-use building is on track to redefine the downtown Lansing skyline. If approved by Lansing City Council, it would be the city’s tallest building.
Owner Live Holdings LLC plans on proposing the “Live Work Play” building to the Lansing City Council in the fourth quarter of 2020. Preliminary plans include office and conference space, private residences, shopping, dining, as well as a Magnifica Hotel and Spa.
Providing funding for the LLC’s development is longtime Lansing business CIG Capital, a project finance firm specializing in alternative lending, infrastructure, real estate, FinTech Technology, and more. Read the full story
here
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Groundbreaking Women in Construction Goes Virtual in August
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On August 24th-27th, ENR's
Groundbreaking Women in Construction
, the construction industry’s leading talent management conference, will offer the same strong career-focused content this year with new opportunities to connect in a virtual environment.
GWIC is recognized as one of the industry’s premier leadership and talent management events—a catalyst for change to inspire women at all levels to develop their leadership skills, expand their influence and boost industry growth potential.
Click here
to learn more and to register.
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Live Event: Design for Climate Action
Intersections Symposium 2020
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Take action to
address climate and the built environment
and earn HSW credit!
Design for Climate Action: Intersections Symposium 2020 takes place on
July 28 and 29, 4:00-5:30 pm ET. Each session will share important research, which intersects practice and academia, and can lead to new ways of addressing the critical issues of climate change.
Selected from more than 120 blind, peer-reviewed projects, the eight projects featured in this symposium will be presented in brief Powerpoint slides, followed by a moderated discussion and audience Q&A. View the list of sessions and register
here
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AGMT Glazier Certification Program Offers Remote Online Testing
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Formerly available only in a classroom setting, the
Architectural Glass and Metal Technician Program
began offering the written, knowledge-based test for glazier certification through a remote proctoring platform, permitting candidates to complete the test at their convenience from their own home or glazing shop.
In order to obtain certification, glazier candidates must take a 125-question, written exam and a hands-on, performance-based exam utilizing storefront, curtain wall, and sealant application test rigs. The hands-on part of the test has been temporarily suspended due to the coronavirus outbreak, but offering the written exam remotely allows candidates to complete the written test in advance of scheduling the in-person, hands-on exam.
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2023 Edition of National Electrical Code Open for Input
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Adopted in all 50 states, NFPA 70,
National Electrical Code
(NEC) is the benchmark for safe electrical design, installation and inspection to protect people and property from electrical hazards. Make your voice heard by joining the development process of the next edition of this important standard. Public Input Closing Date: September 10, 2020. Submit your input
here
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Safe + Sound Week Takes Place August 10-16
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Safe + Sound Week
is a nationwide event held each August that recognizes the successes of workplace safety and health programs and offers information and ideas on how to keep America's workers safe. Last year, more than 2,700 businesses helped to raise awareness about workers' health and safety.
Successful safety and health programs can proactively identify and manage workplace hazards before they cause injury or illness, improving sustainability and the bottom line. Participating in Safe + Sound Week can help get your program started, energize an existing one, or provide a chance to recognize your safety successes.
Click here
for more information.
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Safety Stand-Down Resch
eduled to September 14th-1
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The 7th National
Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls
, postponed from its original May date due to the coronavirus pandemic, has been rescheduled for the week of September 14th-18th. The annual Stand-Down is part of the OSHA-NIOSH-CPWR Campaign to Prevent Falls in Construction. This year, employers and workers are encouraged to participate virtually or with social distancing measures on job sites.
In support of the event, CPWR is working with OSHA and NIOSH to develop activities and materials to facilitate safe stand-downs, such as videos and webinars that can be viewed from anywhere and easy-to-share infographics.
Click here
for access to new materials as they become available, as well as relevant resources developed throughout the campaign.
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September 2020
- Carpentry
- Flooring - Tile
Advertising Deadline July 24
October 2020
- Special Issue 2020: Top 12 Projects
Advertising Deadline August 25
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November 2020
Advertising Deadline September 25
December 2020
- Company Milestone Anniversaries
- Michigan Construction Outlook
Advertising Deadline October 28
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For advertising sales and information,
email Roy Jones
or call (248) 972-1115.
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