NECA is happy to share the names of the 5 finalists for the 2025 Innovator of the Year. All of the nominees are making incredible contributions to the electrical industry.

| ☰✕ Labor Relations•Education•Events•Gov't Affairs•Codes & Standards•Safety/Risk Management•Business Development•Innovation       INDUSTRY NEWS   Labor Department releases guide to combat harassment in construction The U.S. Department of Labor has released a new guide focused on combatting harassment in construction.  Issued by DOL’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs, the guide is aimed at helping federal contractors understand the agency’s jurisdiction, clarifying what constitutes harassment and providing information to workers who may experience harassment, OFCCP announced Nov. 21. Construction Dive     NECA NEWS Congratulations to NECA's 5 Finalists NECA is happy to share the names of the 5 finalists for the 2025 Innovator of the Year: Andy Arendt, Van Ert Electric Robbie Foxen, Missouri Valley JATC Tim Viau, Miller Electric Crystal Wagner, Gerke Electric Collin Weiner, CalEnergy Corporation All of the nominees are making incredible contributions to the electrical industry. The winner will be announced on January 29, 2025 at the MEP Innovation Conference.  Visit Event Site NASCLA Needs NECA Members’ Help The National Association of State Contractors Licensing Agencies (NASCLA) is in the process of updating the content for the NASCLA Accredited Electrical Examination Program; three (3) electrical trade examinations that are accepted in multiple states for licensure. To ensure these exams accurately reflect the real-world duties of electricians across the country, they need your insights. Your input is crucial in shaping the future of electrician licensing.   Participate Now Innovation Institute Accepting Applications The NECA Innovation Institute is a one-year professional training program that will empower you to become a visionary thinker with the essential innovation skills for practical deployment. Join an elite group of strategists poised to change the industry and take electrical construction to the next level. Learn More OSHA Releases New Webpage OSHA recently released a new informational webpage about Electric Arc Flash Hazards. OSHA has produced guides to assist employers and employees in understanding and protecting against arc flash hazards.      Learn More     UPCOMING EVENTS   In-Person Events   2025 MEP Innovation Conference Los Angeles, CA \| Jan. 27 - 30, 2025   NECA Future Leaders Conference Nashville, TN \| Feb. 19 - 21, 2025 Webinars Aerial Devices - How to Use the Load Charts for Safe Lifting Dec. 3 \| 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. ET Virtual Classrooms Electrical Contractor Essentials: Business and Field Operations Dec. 10 - 12 \| 1:00 - 3:30 p.m. ET   Look in the Mirror: An Executive Role in Business Development Dec. 11 \| 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. ET Significant Dates Dec. 3 \| International Day of Persons with Disabilities   Dec. 7 \| Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day   Dec. 25 \| Christmas   Dec. 25 – Jan. 2 \| Hanukkah   Dec. 26 \| Kwanzaa   Dec. 31 \| New Year’s Eve       VALUE-ADDED SERVICES Big savings are here! Lenovo’s Cyber Savings Sale is live – save up to 66% on must-have devices through December 8th. Upgrade your tech game today! Shop now >> Save 65% on UPS Next Day Air® and 42% on UPS® Ground as a NECA member! Get your packages there on time without breaking the bank. Visit >>     LABOR RELATIONS Latest Resources: November 26: Reversal of Overtime Eligibility November 8: OSHA Heat Injury & Illness Prevention Program (HIIPP) More Information   NECAPAC PAC Total $770,653 Operational Fund Total $389,620       NECA's PREMIER PARTNERS   National Electrical Contractors Association 1201 Pennsylvania Ave. NW Suite 1200 Washington D.C.   You can Unsubscribe  at any time. View Web Version |
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