NMUCA

NEWS

October 2023

From the Executive Director's Desk

Hello Members,

Is there a better place to welcome in Fall than New Mexico? From shimmering golden cottonwoods, crane migration, balloons in the air, cooler, crisp weather, and our chile harvest, it's a beautiful time of year!

Our last event of the year is coming up on November 3, 2023. Our End of Year Social is a really fun event and one of our best attended of the year. Come out and celebrate our successful year and have some fun. Registration is now open online; see details below.

I hope to see you soon. Stay safe!

Jane Jernigan

Your 2023 NMUCA Board of Directors & Staff

President, Clay Blair, RMCI Inc. 505 345 0008

Vice President, Steve Clark, Highway Supply LLC 505 345 8295

Secretary/Treasurer Damon Wicketts, 4Rivers Equipment 505 884 2900

Past President, Troy Otero, Groundhog Construction Services 505 243 2133

Director Darrin Howells, AUI Inc. 505 242 4848

Director Joe Menicucci, Downey & Company 881 0300

Director Reinee Peacher, DuCross Construction 575 636 3023

Director Jenice Gallegos

Director Kelley Fetter, E2RC 505 867 4040

Director Terri Baker, Core and Main 505 344 0223

Director, Dale Armstrong, TLC Plumbing & Utility 505 761 9696

Executive Director, Jane Jernigan 505 888 0752

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Jane Jernigan, Executive Director

New Mexico Utility Contractors Association

505 888 0752 Phone

505 362 8950 Cell

nmuca@nmuca.org Email

Jane.NMUCA@Gmail.com

WWW. NMUCA.ORG

Thank You 2023 Platinum Investment Sponsors

Upcoming in your mailbox

2024 Board of Director's Ballot
Holiday Party Invite
I-9 Webinar Link (recorded)

Thank You 2023 Gold Sponsor

New Concepts Inc.

End of Year Social

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER ONLINE

Industry News

Meeting

It's almost here! The NMRCGA Expo - October 24-26 at Isleta. This conference is geared for utility contractors and will be a great educational and networking experience for all. See more details below for the class and seminar listings.

Click Here to register.

Dangers of Excessive Sitting

There are many different hazards on the job that pose danger to life and health. Are you aware that too much sitting for long periods of the day is one of them? According to many research studies, extended sitting can be a factor in different health problems.

What Makes a Great Locator?

The Orange Shoe Man Explains

If we stop and take a look at the characteristics of a great line locating technician, we can identify a few common traits. Anyone performing line locating should be able to operate........

NM Regional Common Ground Alliance

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Classes/Seminars/Sessions

October 24, 2023

· Damage Investigation Workshop

· Competent Person Workshop

· Lunch & NMRCGA Golf Tournament

· Introduction to the Service Area Editor

· Ground Penetrating Radar Training

· NMRCGA Reception

October 25, 2023

· Continental Breakfast in Exhibit Hall

· Welcome to the New Mexico Damage Prevention Summit

· People Smart Leaders Embrace Change

· Damage Prevention.... A Shared Responsibility

· Nothing Comes Before TEAM

· Lunch Buffet - with Awards

· Networking with Exhibitors

· No More Excuses: How the Digital Revolution is Solving the Abandoned Line Challenge

· Damage Reporting in New Mexico

· NM Dig Law Update

· NMRCGA Reception / Door prizes

October 26, 2023

· Continental Breakfast in Exhibit Hall

· 5 Steps to Fixing Any Problem

· Why Is Construction the Most At-Risk Industry for Suicide Deaths?

· Damage Prevention Is in the Details

· Utility Excavator Panel Discussion

· 811 Is a Resource You Aren't Fully Using

· 50 in 5 - Is That Possible?

Meet The Generals

2024

RSVP with Jane at (505) 362 8950

Or Jane.nmuca@gmail.com

Safetydude, LLC Safety Newsletter

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for October Newsletter

Safety Focus

Noise and Occupational Hearing Loss

Exposure to loud noise or certain chemicals while at work can damage your hearing. Occupational hearing loss is one of the most common work-related illnesses and is permanent.

Hearing loss is associated with

Communication difficulties, making it challenging to maintain relationships with others.
Other health problems, including tinnitus (ringing in the ears), heart problems, cognitive decline, and poor mental health.
Concerns for personal safety and the safety of others.

Fortunately, occupational hearing loss can nearly always be prevented. Health and safety professionals, employers, and workers can all help prevent occupational hearing loss. Learn More

Click Here to Subscribe to OSHA's Newsletter

Did You Know?

OSHA's construction infrastructure webpage provides resource for employers, workers and others involved in the job of improving and building our nation’s infrastructure. It includes information about common construction hazards and how to better identify and control them using safety and health programs.

¿Sabías?

La página web de OSHA sobre la construcción de infraestructuras proporciona recursos para empleadores, trabajadores y otras personas implicadas en el trabajo de mejora y construcción de las infraestructuras de nuestra nación. Incluye información sobre peligros habituales en la construcción y sobre cómo identificarlos y controlarlos mejor mediante programas de seguridad y salud.

2023 Meeting Schedule

October 2023

11^th Safety Committee

11^th HRC

12^th Planning

19^th Board Meeting

24, 25, 26 NM Regional Common Ground Alliance

November 2023

3rd End of Year Social

8^th Safety Committee Breakfast

9^th Planning Committee Lunch

16^th Board Meeting

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