The March Blueprint: Mixers, Training and more!

Nevada Builders Blueprint March 2025

From the Board President Melissa Maguire

Nevada Builders Alliance Members,

March is Women’s History Month but we’re also excited to celebrate Women in Construction Week! With that in mind, we thought it would be fitting for me to take over the Blueprint this month and share some insights as your board president.

My career started over 20 years ago, when I started out cleaning the office for my father. While I was raised in the construction and building industry, working at my family’s business Smith Electric, there was still plenty I had to learn. I’m proud of the connections I’ve built and the skills I’ve mastered which allowed me to become president of Smith Electric and president of the board for our organization.

I’m also proud of all the women I’ve worked with throughout my career and continue to work with today. Whether they’re in the office, on the job site or part of a project management team, they have defined themselves as an integral part of our industry. It’s encouraging to see so many women bring their skills to the table and help in our mission to build a better Nevada.

Before I sign off on this guest message, I’d like to remind everyone that we have our Legislative Mixer tonight at Bank Saloon in Carson City. Please make sure to RSVP with the link here and we’ll see you there!

Best,

Melissa

March Safety Topic

401K

Health Plans

Upcoming EventsJuafe

Tonight, March 5th from 5-7pm

Meet Nevada's State Legislative council and Nevada Builders members for a fun night of socializing and networking at the famous Bank Saloon, across the street from the newly renovated State Legislators building.

Bank Saloon

418 S. Carson St.| Carson City, NV

3/5/2025| 5-7pm

RSVP

February New Members

Welcome and Thank you!

Helix Electric (Las Vegas), MadCow Technical Services (Carson City) TL Consulting (Washoe Valley), R & L Industries LLC (Las Vegas) and Sierra Roots Woodworks LLC (Reno).

Openings in Public Service!

Ever wanted to try your hand at public service? There are several openings in Nevada boards and commissions so now is your chance. This is a wonderful opportunity to understand how our government operates while providing value to your community.

Opportunities on Board and Commissions

Safety Corner

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Aerial Lifts

Aerial lifts are vehicle-mounted devices or individually powered equipment used to elevate workers. Aerial lifts are used to replace ladders and scaffolds at work sites due to their flexibility and mobility. The main causes of death with this equipment are falls, electrocutions, collapses or overturns.

Risks of Aerial Lifts

· Falls from elevated work platforms

· Struck by objects that fall from higher elevations

· Structural overturns or failures (collapses)

· Electric shock (electrocution)

· Ejection from an elevation platform

· Contact with objects, roofs, and other fixed objects

Working practices for added safety

· Ensure that lift operators have training for the safe use of the equipment.

· Maintain and operate aerial lifts in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

· Perform an inspection before the start of each work shift to verify that the elevator and all its components are in a safe operating condition.

· Never disable hydraulic, mechanical, or electrical safety devices.

· Workers cannot be placed in a hazardous location, such as between beams and basket rails. The movement of the elevator could crush the workers.

· Keep a minimum of 10 feet away from power lines.

· Treat power lines, cables, and other conductors as if they were always energized, even when they do not work or seem to be properly insulated.

· Use fall protection harness and lanyards connected to the basket/platform to prevent workers from being ejected out of the basket or falling from the platform.

· Apply the brake and use chocks on the wheels when operating or parked on sloping surfaces.

· Use outriggers / stabilizers if so equipped.

· Do not exceed the maximum load capacity of the equipment, always Include the combined weight of the worker, tools, and materials.

For more information on Aerial Lifts and other Construction Industry safety questions or concerns, please contact PGM Safety Services, an affiliate company of Pro Group Management. We will be happy to assist when you visit us at www.pgmnv.com or call (800) 859-3177.

We will be happy to assist when you visit us at www.pgmnv.com or call (800) 859-3177.

Association Health Plans

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Take Advantage of NBA Membership with Dedicated Health Insurance Options!

There is never a wrong time to consider how well your company health insurance is performing. Look no further than the Association Health Plans selected for Nevada Builders Alliance.

With an Association Health Plan from Prominence, your employees have access to a variety of plan options, comprehensive coverage and solid network access that spans the state.

Nevada Builders Association Health Plans is a competitive health insurance option with affordable monthly premiums and access to the wellPORTAL primary care network throughout southern Nevada.

The Prominence Sales, Pharmacy and Medical teams are staffed locally in both northern and southern Nevada, meaning all the decision-making and strategy related to member care and client need is conducted by close-knit groups that collaborate daily.

Take Advantage Now!

Your membership in Nevada Builders Alliance offers exclusive access to affordable health insurance through an Association Health Plan – check out www.nevadabuilders.org to compare all health plan options available.

You can also visit www.prominencehealthplan.com/ahp to request more information or contact your insurance broker and ask for plans from Prominence.

Workforce Development and Training

🚧 Training for Your Crew—Limited Grant Funds Available! 🚧

Great news for construction and trade companies in Northern Nevada! A training grant is now available to cover the full cost of upskilling your workforce. Whether it's safety certifications, Microsoft Office, project management, leadership development, specialized trade skills, or anything else, this funding ensures your team gets top-notch training at no cost to you. *Funds are not expected to last long.*

The Reno local classes we are trying to fill are:

Basics of Industrial Electricity- March 25-26
Troubleshooting Electric Motor Control Circuits- March 27-28
Fundamentals of Programmable Logic Controllers- April 21-23
PLC Automation Systems- April 24-25
Developing Successful Interpersonal Skills- May 5
Making the Right Decisions Under Pressure- May 6
Electric Motors Basics- May 19
Arc Flash Electrical Safety- TBD May
Electrical Print Reading: Blueprints & Schematics Medium- TBD April/May
Septic System Design- TBD May

Many other classes are available too. ANY training your company needs is up for discussion.

Call Brian anytime or schedule a Teams meeting- Brian Mulholland, 801-952-4317, brian.mulholland@quickstart.com

March is Women in Construction Month

Saturday is International Women's Day

Foundation to raise money to help women find the trades and create lucrative careers.

March 8th at the Reno Arch - support the Nevada Builder Foundation and Nevada Women's Fund.

From 5-7pm we'll be pouring beer & wine for donations and turning the arch purple!

Raise a toast to all the women in your life and stop by and see us!

Save the Date

Swinging Fore the Foundation is back!! It is the 2nd Annual golf tournament supporting Nevada Builders Foundation and workforce development.

Friday, June 20th Silver Oak Golf Course Shot Gun at 8:00am

Sponsorships Available!!

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Thank you to our 2025 Sponsors:

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We are constantly updating our contact list so If there is another member of your team who would benefit from this information, please let us know! Email updated contact information to: membership@nevadabuilders.org. Thank you!

Nevada Builders

603 S. Carson St.

Carson City, NV 89701

Phone Number:

775.882.4353 x101

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