TRMA | September Newsletter

September 2024

4th Annual Break Clay with TRMA!

15 DAYS AWAY!

When: Wednesday, September 18th, 2024

Where: Downers Grove Sportsmens Club

Time: 9am (Check in @ 8:15am)

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Tuesday, October 8, 2024

In partnership with Joliet Junior College, TREP/TRMA’s MFG DAY opens the door and introduces area high school students to manufacturing.

2024 will be the 9th year for MFG Day!

Exhibitor Registration Open Now

As we observe NIOSH Respiratory Protection Week (September 3 – 6), it's essential to reflect on the critical role respiratory protection plays in safeguarding workers across various industries. This week, we honor the advancements in respiratory protection and underscore the importance of using the right equipment to protect against airborne hazards.

Let’s work together to prioritize health and safety in the workplace. Remember, proper respiratory protection is not just about compliance—it’s about caring for the well-being of your team.

For more information or to schedule a Respirator Fit Testing session, contact us at TRMA today. Your safety is our priority!

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The Will County Water Summit brought together a diverse group of stakeholders to address one of the most pressing issues facing our region: the status of our groundwater supply. The objective of the Summit was to inform participants about the challenges we face and to propose measures that could help recharge our aquifers and ensure a sustainable water future for Will County.

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As we move into September, it's important to reflect on International Overdose Awareness Day, observed on August 31st. This day serves as a global reminder of the devastating impact of overdose and the importance of prevention.

Sign up for our next training session and learn how to save lives—whether it’s through CPR, using an AED, or reversing an overdose. Together, we can help build a safer, more prepared community.

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September is National Suicide Prevention Month – a time to remember the lives lost to suicide, acknowledge the millions more who have experienced suicidal thoughts, and the many individuals, families and communities that have been impacted by suicide.

During September, and throughout the year, we can care about suicide prevention; connect to community, culture, data, and research; and collaborate with others to address this public health problem that has impacted millions of Americans.

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CPWR-AFSP-CIASP-LHSFNA Webinar on Suicide Prevention in the Construction Industry

Thursday, September 5 at 2:00 p.m. ET (1 hour)

Panelists:

Amber Trueblood, DrPH, Data Center Director, CPWR
Jessica Bunting, MPH, Research to Practice Director, CPWR, and At-Large Director, CIASP Board of Trustees
Jamie Becker, LCSW-C, Director of Health Promotion, Laborers' Health & Safety Fund of North America (LHSFNA), and Chairperson, CIASP Board of Trustees
Trisha M. Calabrese, MPH, Senior Vice President of Programs, AFSP