IEC Member Newsletter June 15, 2020
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14th Annual Tom Jones
Memorial Golf Tournament
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Morning and Afternoon Tournaments
Part of the proceeds to benefit the Prostate Cancer Foundation, the National Breast Cancer Foundation and the IEC Foundation.
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Special Thanks To Our Lunch Sponsors
ABB Inc.
Eco-Staff, LLC
Federated Insurance
Frost Bank
JMEG, LLC
Milwaukee Tool Company
Parrish-Hare Electrical Supply
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IEC 14th Annual Clay Shoot
Friday, July 10, 2020
Defender Outdoors Clay Shooting Ranch
Morning Shoot
Special Thanks To Our Sponsors
Lunch Sponsor
Sunstate Equipment
Platinum Sponsors
Eco-Staff, LLC
Milwaukee Tool
Target Sponsor
ABB, Inc.
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Tentative dates for Upcoming IEC Events
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September 18 & 19, 2020
IEC Annual BBQ
October 8, 2020
IEC Fall Golf Tournament
December 3, 2020
IEC Christmas Party
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IEC Member Anniversaries for May
Contractor Members:
All-Fair Electric - IEC member for 9 years
Bean Electrical, Inc. - IEC member for 23 years
Clark Electric, Inc. - IEC member for 2 years
Double Eagle Electric - IEC member for 27 years
Graham Electrical Services, Inc. - IEC member for 3 years
The Brandt Companies, LLC - IEC member for 13 years
Trademark Electric, Inc. - IEC members for 2 years
Associate Members:
Lonestar Electric Supply - IEC member for 4 years
Sleeper Sewel Insurance - IEC member for 2 years
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IEC Apprenticeship Program
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IEC Fort Worth/Tarrant County is now taking applications year round for the apprenticeship program, but we still have deadlines....
- Application deadline for fall classes is July 30, 2020.
- Applications accepted for January classes July 31, 2020 through December 17, 2020.
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An educated workforce is a safe and productive workforce
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IEC Educational Training Classes
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Mark your calendars or register for these great classes coming up in 2020!
NEC Code Change
- July 11, 2020
Motor Controls
- July 11, 2020
Journeyman/Master Prep
- July 11, 2020
Foreman Training
July 17 and July 18, 2020
OSHA 10 Hour
- August 14 and August 15, 2020
Arc Flash/70E Training
August 28, 2020
CPR/1st Aid
- September 25, 2020
Silica
Training - October 9, 2020
Fall Protection
- October 23, 2020
IEC Contractors and their employees receive discounts on all continuing education classes.
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Renew Your Electrical License
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The state of Texas requires all licensed electricians to have a current electrical license (Master, Journeyman or Apprentice License).
TDLR is waiving continuing education requirements for all electrical licenses expiring in June, 2020. Licensees will still submit to TDLR their renewal applications, pay the required fees and have their criminal histories checked but they will not need to complete any required continuing education requirements this licensing cycle.
4 hour Continuing Education
classes for electrical license renewal are available online. 4 hour continuing education classes will also be held weekly at the chapter training facility starting July 11, 2020. Visit our website or click the appropriate registration button below for registration and more information.
Remember to log on to the
TDLR website
to pay the fee to renew your electrical license. IEC submits the renewal information for CE courses completed with IEC.
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IEC Continues to Bring You the Knowledge You Need
Over the last few months, IEC has offered timely and engaging webinar content to our members through the
Education at Your Doorstep
webinar series. With content focused on the National Electrical Code to the Paycheck Protection Program and everything in between, we're increasing the knowledge of our members by the thousands!
Take a look at the sessions coming up in June and register today.
In addition to the great sessions IEC offers below, don't miss the specialized training offered by
Southwire Solutions University's
senior instructors every week. With a full range of topic areas offered online, you're sure to find a course that speaks to your needs – right now.
View the Schedule
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IEC Education at Your Doorstep Webinar Series
June 10, 2-3 p.m. ET
Intro to Grounding and Bonding
– Presented by ABB
This session is an introduction to both grounding and bonding, a basic idea of what they are, the difference between the two, and ways to optimize both.
Presented by Phil Carter, US Marine Corp
After a tour of duty as an Avionics technician in the U.S.Marine Corp, Phill Carter spent the next 20 years installing, servicing, and maintaining medical imaging equipment while doing some side work in design and consulting. This was followed by 10 years of teaching mathematics in public schools. Phill joined ABB as a senior technical trainer and is now program training manager for the Customer Experience Training Team for ABB Electrification in the U.S.
Register Now
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June 12, 2-3 p.m. EDT
NFPA - Residential Changes
This webinar will highlight major changes to the NEC 2020 that center around applications and installations for residential type occupancies. Highlights will cover:
- Expansion of GFCI protection for personnel
- Surge protection at service
- Emergency disconnect required outside of buildings
Presented by Derek Vigstol, NFPA
Derek Vigstol is the Senior Electrical Content Specialist for NFPA. He serves as lead subject matter expert in the development of products and services supporting NFPA electrical documents. Derek has presented on electrical safety and the NEC across the globe and is active in providing NFPA webinars. Prior to joining NFPA, Derek worked in the field as an electrician and also in the role of a full-time apprenticeship instructor. He is licensed as a master electrician in the state of Minnesota. Derek was the inaugural NEC Challenge Champion prior to coming to NFPA.
Register Now
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une 15, 4-5 p.m. ET
COVID-19 Legal Update for IEC Contractors
– Presented by Phillip Russell, Ogletree Deakins
Join IEC for this critical labor and HR legal update from expert Phillip Russell of Ogletree Deakins. This one-hour session has been designed for IEC electrical contractors throughout America to provide the latest insights and guidance during the pandemic, including issues around reopening and returning to work. Tune-in for this information-rich webinar to tune-up your policies and procedures. #WeAreIEC
Presentd by Phillip Russell, Florida Bar
Phillip Russell is board certified in labor and employment law by the Florida Bar. He is a practical labor and employment lawyer who represents businesses in a wide range of labor and employment law matters, including workplace safety and health (OSHA), traditional labor relations (staying union-free), unfair competition and trade secrets litigation, employment litigation defense, and advising and counseling employers on workplace legal compliance issues. Phillip represents clients in the construction, staffing, technology, manufacturing, banking, and other industries. He is also a nationally recognized speaker and author on labor and employment law issues.
Register Now
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June 23, 2-3 p.m. EDT
NFPA - Changes in Wiring Methods
This webinar will focus on major updates to the NEC 2020 that affect various wiring methods such as new wiring method types, new listing requirements for certain wiring methods and requirements for wiring methods installed in exit enclosures like exit stairwells.
Presented by Derek Vigstol
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June 30, 2-3 p.m. EDT
NFPA - Alternative Energy Such as Solar, Battery Storage and Other Technologies
The webinar will focus on major changes to NEC 2020 related to alternative power solutions like solar photovoltaic systems, energy storage systems, and electric vehicle charging equipment.
Presented by Derek Vigstol
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Electrical Industry News and Safety
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Coming Soon: 2020 National Electrical Code
In 2020, TDLR will adopt the 2020 NEC as the electrical code for the state of Texas and establish it as the "minimum standard" for all electrical work in Texas covered by the Act.
The proposed effective date will be September 1, 2020.
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OSHA/ASSP Trench Safety Stand-Down
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OSHA/ASSP Trench Safety Stand-Down Webinar (June 18, 2020, 12:00-1:30 p.m., CT), is now open for registration on the website below. Scott Ketcham, Director, Directorate of Construction, is one of the presenters for this webinar. Please help us get the word out on this important webinar.
Feel free to contact either of the offices or myself if any questions arise.
Best Regards,
J.P. Walsh
Compliance Assistance Specialist/VPP Coordinator
OSHA Fort Worth Area Office
8713 Airport Freeway, Suite 302
Fort Worth, TX, 76180
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UPDATED: Returning to Work After the COVID-19 Pandemic - Guide for Employers
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2021 HSA and HDHP Limits
The IRS recently released
Revenue Procedure 2020-32
issuing the new inflation-adjusted limits for health savings accounts (HSAs) and qualified high deductible health plans (HDHPs) for 2021. The limits are as follows:
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President Trump Signs Bill Amending PPP Into Law
Since being established as part of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act in March 2020, the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) has been the subject of additional stimulus bills, legal guidance and interim final rules. In the latest development, Congress passed the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 2020, which is a bill that provides borrowers with greater flexibility in spending PPP funds without compromising forgiveness eligibility. President Donald Trump signed the bill into law on Friday, June 5, 2020.
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE BILL?
The bill, which passed with a bipartisan vote, makes the following amendments to the PPP to provide relief to borrowers:
- Loan repayment terms—The bill extends the minimum loan term for unforgiven PPP loans from two years to five years.
- Payroll costs vs. nonpayroll costs— For forgiveness eligibility, the bill reduces the portion of PPP funds that must be spent on payroll costs from 75% to 60%, and raises the nonpayroll cost limitation from 25% to 40%
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Employee Temperature-taking Policy: When and How?
Question
What is the best way to implement an employee temperature-taking policy? Should it be required of everyone or should it be used only for employees who are returning to work after being sick, or other times? What type of thermometer is best? When, where and how should the temperature be taken? What are the actions an employer should take based on the resultant number?
Answer
The EEOC released
COVID 19-related guidance
, which directly addresses the topic of taking employee temperatures at Questions A.3, B.1., and B.2. Specifically it provides that “employers may measure employees' body temperature. However, employers should be aware that some people with COVID-19 do not have a fever.” It also addresses employer obligations to maintain confidentiality if it does so. We recommend reviewing this guidance as a part of any effort to take employee temperatures. We also note that the CDC has issued guidance that references integration of temperature monitoring under certain circumstances, which can be viewed at
Implementation of Mitigation Strategies for Communities with Local COVID-19 Transmission
and is also a helpful resource.
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Complimentary webinar hosted by Enquiron®, provided by Federated Insurance®
Cannabis in the Workplace
Tuesday, June 16, 2020, 12:00 p.m. CT 60 minutes | Advance registration required
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This is a two-part webinar.)
This webinar will focus on the road from illegal to legal cannabis use and the challenges employers face in navigating state and federal laws in this fast-changing environment.
What you will learn:
• Specific examples, tips, and resources employers can use today
• Live question-and-answer period
In the second part, airing on 7/21/2020, we will cover safety sensitive employees, drug testing and drug policies.
Recommended Participants:
HR Professionals, Risk Managers, Managers, and Supervisors
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THANK YOU!
2020 INDUSTRY PARTNERS
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IEC Mission
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