Big News for NIA's Education Center

OSHA Updates

OSHA Announces Next Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health Meeting

OSHA will hold a meeting of the Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health on Mar. 1, 2023, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET. The Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act, also known as the Construction Safety Act (CSA), established the committee to advise the Secretary of Labor and Assistant Secretary for Occupational Safety and Health on CSA-related policy matters and the setting of construction standards. Learn more here.

Reminder: OSHA Form 300A Deadline Is Mar. 2

OSHA is collecting 2022 Form 300A data. Employers must submit the form electronically by Mar. 2, 2023. Establishments under Federal OSHA jurisdiction can use the ITA Coverage Application to determine if they are required to electronically report their injury and illness information to OSHA. Click here to learn more.

What Does Your Company Offer End Users?

In an upcoming issue of Insulation Outlook magazine, we will feature member companies that offer free services to help end users with insulation projects and products. For example, does your company offer technical help, installation guides, or webinars? Do you answer questions about specifications? Tell us how your company helps! Submit a 500-word column describing or listing your services, and we will share it with our end-user audience so they know who to contact when they need help.

All members are welcome to submit their columns by Monday, Apr. 3, 2023, to editor@insulation.org. We believe this opportunity applies to many members and are excited to help promote all of your efforts to improve the industry.

NIA's Education Center: On-Demand Training Ready When You Are!

We have exciting new developments for NIA's Education Center, including welcoming Knauf Insulation as a new education partner to help us extend our reach for more than 40 microlearning topics that are on demand, targeted for the insulation industry, and essential for your business and team. With more than 30 companies signed on representing more than 600 users, we invite you to watch a demo (click link below) to see how it all works!

Continue the Conversation

Do you have more questions about NIA’s Education Center, want to learn about custom training bundle options, or would you like a full demonstration for your team? Contact Erin Penberthy for more information.

Training Subscription: How to Subscribe

The primary representative of each company is able to subscribe by visiting the subscription page.

Learn more about free, members-only, and subscription content.

From the Foundation

Your tax-deductible donation to the Foundation for Mechanical Insulation Education, Training, and Industry Advancement can help advance the industry!

Your support allows the Foundation to create new programs and promote awareness for the industry. We can't do it without you, and now we are pleased that contributions to the Foundation are tax deductible! We invite you to become a donor this year!

Visit the Foundation's website to learn more or email foundation@insulation.org.

Registration Is Open for All 2023 Certification-Level Courses

Plan now to add a new certification to your credentials!

Apr. 24–25: Understanding Mechanical Insulation (virtual)
Apr. 24–25 & May 1–2: Thermal Insulation Inspector Certification (virtual)
June 13–14: Insulation Energy Appraisal Program (virtual)
Sept. 18–19: Understanding Mechanical Insulation (Houston, Texas)
Sept. 18–21: Thermal Insulation Inspector Certification (Houston, Texas)
Oct. 4–5: Insulation Energy Appraisal Program (virtual)
Dec. 5–6: Understanding Mechanical Insulation (virtual)
Dec. 5–6 & Dec. 12–13: Thermal Insulation Inspector Certification (virtual)

Please email training@insulation.org or visit www.insulation.org/training-tools to learn more about each course.

Submit Your Articles to Insulation Outlook

May is Commercial Insulation Systems

June is Acoustics

July is Carbon Reductions & Sustainability

See the full year of topics or email editor@insulation.org.

It's Not Too Late to Book Your 2023 Marketing Package

Our 2023 media kit features new packages, and there are options for every budget. Contact ads@insulation.org.

View the 2023 Media Planner here.

Share and Amplify Good News about the Construction Industry

One of our recent popular posts on LinkedIn featured good news about construction industry job satisfaction that appeared in Insulation Outlook magazine. See the post here.

Save the Date for Fall Summit 2023: Oct. 25–26

With the discounted room block sell out for our Convention in Maui, now is the time to reserve your spot at NIA's next members-only gathering: Fall Summit 2023, taking place Oct 25–26 at the MGM National Harbor in Maryland. Registration is open!

NIA's Online Store

Insulation Estimator's Handbook—3rd Edition

This classic NIA reference tool has gotten a complete update! Known throughout the industry for providing the data needed for almost every type of mechanical insulation estimate, this 215-page spiral-bound handbook contains valuable technical information for estimating insulation, as well as formulas and conversions, information on insulation accessories, and technical variables of an insulation project. The handbook is now also available in digital format.

Click for pricing or to order.

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