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Water. Rest. Shade. – OSHA’s campaign to keep workers safe in the heat
The Campaign OSHA’s Heat Illness Prevention campaign, launched in 2011, educates employers and workers on the dangers of working in the heat. Through training sessions, outreach events, informational sessions, publications, social media messaging and media appearances, [...]ReBuild USA Launched to Address Crumbling Infrastructure
The new nonpartisan group, ReBuild USA, recently announced its launch with a short video highlighting the threat to America’s people and economy if comprehensive efforts are not taken immediately to address the nation’s infrastructure needs. The group is backed by all 1 [...]
Take the SMOHIT Steps Challenge
At SMOHIT the mission, in addition to their health screening program, is to provide industry-leading health and safety solutions that minimize occupational illnesses and injuries for members in the sheet metal industry. As an added benefit of membership, they are hosting a li [...]
Fund Set Up to Assist Family of Long Island Member
Michael Gregory Olleck, a long time SMART TD member lost his life on June 10th, 2017 while at work. Mike enlisted in the United States Marine Corps soon after high school. He then worked for the LIRR for 17 years first as a trackman and then as a track foreman. He lost hi [...]
Nev. governor vetoes two-person crews
Although both the Nevada Senate and House approved S.B. 427 – the state’s two-person crew bill – Republican Governor Brian Sandoval vetoed the measure June 8. Click here to read Sandoval’s veto letter.
GP Sellers: Addressing SMART TD member questions and concerns
General President Joseph Sellers Jr. recently met with SMART TD general chairpersons at the SMART TD Western General Chairperson’s Conference in San Antonio, Texas. Click here to watch a video of GP Sellers addressing the issues SMART TD members face.
Opening Hearts and Minds In CT
Sheet Metal Workers Local 40 in Connecticut has made a point about being a partner in local communities. On a Saturday in April, Local 40 volunteers helped spruce up the West Haven Little League baseball & softball fields at Morse Park. Local 40 helped clean, power [...]