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Thursday, November 14, 2024Safety & Training Short: PPE - Body Protection
Objective: To familiarize employees with common types of body protection and best practices for their use. Body protection generally protects the wearer’s torso from various hazards, but it can also include full-body coverage. The appropriate level of body protection needed for a task is determined by a job hazard assessment performed before work begins. Common Hazards that Require Body ProtectionWorkplace hazards that could cause injury to the body include:Exposure to extreme temperaturesSplashes or
Wednesday, November 13, 2024Home Hardening in Action
When wildfire swept through Camarillo, California, Steven Snyder’s fire-hardened home emerged unscathed amid widespread destruction in his neighborhood. By choosing to build with fire-resistant materials—Class A roofing, fireproof siding, ember-resistant vents, and a fully cleared defensible space—Snyder’s home stood resilient against the flames. His story underscores the critical role of wildfire-ready construction as California’s seasons grow more intense, especially in high-risk areas like Marin
Wednesday, November 06, 2024Napa’s Hourglass Winery Goes 100% Solar with SolarCraft Installation
SolarCraft, a premier provider of solar energy solutions in Napa, Sonoma, and Marin counties for over 40 years, proudly announces the completion of a 127 kW solar power system at the Hourglass Winery, located along Napa Valley's renowned Silverado Trail. Hourglass has reached a pivotal milestone in its sustainability journey by partnering with SolarCraft to fully convert its winery operations to 100% renewable energy while savings thousands in utility bills. Founder Jeff Smith notes, “we take land
Monday, October 21, 2024Applications Now Open Through December 9th for North Bay Construction Corp - Apply Now!
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Monday, October 21, 2024Aplicaciones Están Disponibles Para el Cuerpo de Construcción de North Bay Hasta el 9 de Deciembre- Aplique Ahora!
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Wednesday, October 02, 2024Safety & Training Short: Job Safety Analysis
The Job Safety Analysis (JSA) Process JSAs are designed to enhance workers’ awareness of and adherence to safety controls. The goal is zero incidents. Obtaining that goal greatly helps the worker and the organization. JSAs outline, for each position, the various hazards of the job and the needed controls and behaviors that will keep incidents from occurring. Use JSAs to teach workers about their jobs and about the importance of safety on the job. JSA implementation: JSAs must be implemented in a
Tuesday, February 06, 2024New eBooks Available from Code Check
We are pleased to announce that Code Check Complete 3rd edition, Building 5th edition, Electrical 9th edition, and Plumbing/Mechanical 6th edition are now available in eBook format. The eBooks contain additional material not found in the print books, and have enhanced navigation tools designed to allow you to quickly find the information you need. These most current Code Check books are based on the same model codes adopted by the state of California. To aid our California customers, we also have a
Tuesday, November 28, 2023Safety & Training Short - Winter Driving
Objective: To assure that employees are prepared for driving in winter conditions. A little extra preparation is needed to assure driver safety during winter months or other inclement weather conditions.Poor driving conditions is one of the biggest winter safety concerns. Due to shorter days, drivers are required to spend more time driving in the dark, and inclement weather can create slick roads and low visibility conditions.Click here to download the complete training short in EnglishClick here to
Monday, November 20, 2023Overview of Spring 2024 Construction Classes in Marin
Construction Training Programs and Resources in Marin Marin Builders Association is committed to helping individuals find rewarding careers in the local construction industry.Click here for an overview of Spring classes developed to show the side-by-side comparison of courses offered in Marin. We strongly support high school seniors and young adults interested in the trades to sign up for North Bay Construction Corps. Please view ourMarin Construction Training website for more information.
Thursday, December 08, 2022North Bay Construction Corps - Marin Class
North Bay Construction Corps - Class of Marin addresses the high demand for construction workers in our community. This program enables students to explore a variety of construction related careers and prepares young adults for internship positions with local Marin Builders Association firms at the end of each class cycle. Made possible by the Mario Ghilotti Family Foundation, the Sausalito, and Mission San Rafael Rotary Clubs, the program helps students: Build Work-Ready SkillsAcquire Basic Tool Safety
Tuesday, December 06, 2022Contractors with No Employees Face New Workers' Compensation Requirement
A new law will require almost all contractors in California to carry workers’ compensation coverage, regardless of if they have employees or not. According to the author of the bill, State Senator Bill Dodd (D-Napa) the new law was necessary due to the tendency of many small contractors to claim they have no employees, when in fact they regularly hire day laborers or undocumented workers. Since a firm with only an owner and no employees is not required to carry workers’ comp coverage, those workers would