NECA LIVE 2020

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For the first time ever, NECA’s Annual Convention and Trade Show is coming to you!

NECA is harnessing cutting-edge technology to deliver all the benefits of the NECA Convention—including an interactive trade show floor, extensive educational opportunities, and inspiring talks—as well as all the freedom that comes from an online experience. An emphasis was also made on making this event accessible and valuable to NECA members amidst these uncertain times, enabling them to send more members than ever and continue to develop talent within their companies.

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Coronavirus Resource Center

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NECA has collected numerous materials from a wide variety of sources to provide our contractors, chapters, and many partners with the most comprehensive information available. We will continue to monitor the situation and update the information on this page.

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Aug 06 2020

NECA Names Lt. Gen. Ronald L. Bailey, USMC (Ret.), As Vice President of Industry Development

The National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Retired Lt. Gen. Ronald L. Bailey, USMC, as Vice President of Industry Development. Bailey will be working on creating executive training programs, expanding the scope of workforce development, implementing diversity strategies, creating partnerships with institutions of higher learning, and leading the charge on recruitment programs that bring new, skilled workers into the industry.

Jul 30 2020

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U.S. Department of Labor Issues Revised Rule Concerning OSHA Access to Employee Medical Records

The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has revised the Rules of Agency Practice and Procedure Concerning Occupational Safety and Health Administration Access to Employee Medical Records. The rule describes internal procedures that OSHA personnel must follow when obtaining and using personally-identifiable employee medical information.

Jul 27 2020

NECA's On-Demand COVID-19 Job Site Safety Training Available Now

Designed for all individuals on a construction site, NECA’s COVID-19 Construction Site Safety Training program was developed to help individuals better prepare themselves to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in the workplace. This course incorporates Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, World Health Organization, and OSHA requirements and regulations.

Jul 21 2020

NECA General Counsel on Virginia’s First Statewide Emergency Temporary Standard for COVID-19

Effective the week of July 27, 2020, the ETS covers every employer in the Commonwealth and includes mandatory requirements for all jobsites. The Commonwealth of Virginia is the first in the nation to implement an emergency temporary standard (“ETS”) to address the COVID-19 pandemic. While the ETS is only applicable in Virginia, it should serve as a good template for the rest of the country.

Jul 16 2020

NECA Announces Details, Pricing Structure for NECA 2020 LIVE

The National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) today announced details including the pricing structure for NECA 2020 LIVE, the virtual Convention & Trade Show which will take place Oct. 6–8.

Jul 16 2020

PPP Loans: Updates on Loan Forgiveness Rules and Procedures Webinar Q&A

NECA has collected numerous materials from a variety of sources to provide our contractors, chapters, and many partners with the most comprehensive information available.

Jul 14 2020

Canceled OSHA ET&D 10-hour and 20-hour Train-the-Trainer Classes August 24th-28th in The Woodlands, TX

Following extensive conversations, and after careful consideration by members of the Electrical Transmission & Distribution Partnership, the decision has been made to cancel the upcoming Fall 2020 OSHA ET&D 10hr. & 20hr. Train-the-Trainer classes that were scheduled to take place in The Woodlands, TX from August 24th-28th, 2020.

Jul 10 2020

NECA Legal Alert

As the country and our NECA contractors get back to work in stops and starts (or continue along as essential), there are a number of novel issues that need to be addressed by employers. A few areas of concern are the sick leave and testing issues associated with the pandemic.

Jul 09 2020

New DOL tool for determining FFCRA eligibility

Do the requirements and benefits provided for in the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) apply to you? This tool will quickly walk you through a handful of options to determine your eligibility as an employee for paid sick leave or paid expanded family and medical leave, or your obligations as an employer to provide paid sick leave or paid expanded family and medical leave.

Jun 30 2020

U.S. Department of Labor Reminds Employers of Important Protections for Working Safely in Summer Heat

Throughout much of the U.S., high temperatures and humidity in the summer season can create hot and hazardous working conditions, both outdoors and indoors. The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) reminds employers of their duty to protect employees from the risks and dangers of heat exposure.

Jun 29 2020

NECA 2020 National Award Winners and New Academy Fellows

NECA has named the following esteemed group of leaders in the electrical construction industry as 2020 national award recipients. They will be honored during the NECA 2020 Live for their outstanding contributions.

Jun 17 2020

Business Loan Program Temporary Changes; Paycheck Protection Program – Revisions to the Third and Sixth Interim Final Rules

On April 2, 2020, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) posted on its website an interim final rule relating to the implementation of sections 1102 and 1106 of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act or the Act) (published in the Federal Register on April 15, 2020).

Jun 17 2020

SBA and Treasury Announce New EZ and Revised Full Forgiveness Applications for the Paycheck Protection Program

The U.S. Small Business Administration, in consultation with the Department of the Treasury, posted a revised, borrower-friendly Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan forgiveness application implementing the PPP Flexibility Act of 2020, signed into law by President Trump on June 5, 2020

Jun 17 2020

NECA Announces Plans for 2020 Convention and Trade Show

The National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) today announced the 2020 Convention and Trade Show will take place entirely online October 5–7, featuring brand-new virtual experiences. McCormick Place in Chicago, the planned site for the 2020 Convention, informed NECA that it does not have approval at this time to hold the event, and the association is adjusting accordingly.

Jun 11 2020

U.S. Department of Labor Statement on D.C. Circuit Court Ruling

Solicitor of Labor Kate O’Scannlain and Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Loren Sweatt issued the following statement regarding today’s D.C. Circuit Court ruling in In re: “American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations, No. 20-1158:”

Jun 09 2020

U.S. Department of Labor Schedules Advisory Committee On Construction Safety and Health Meeting

The meeting will include an update on key OSHA initiatives from Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of Labor for Occupational Safety and Health Loren Sweatt. The ACCSH will consider and make recommendations for updating the Powered Industrial Trucks standards and the Hazard Communication Standard.

Jun 02 2020

NEW ANALYSIS FINDS COMPOSITE PLANS WOULD HAVE FARED BETTER DURING THE CORONAVIRUS THAN TRADITIONAL MULTI-EMPLOYER RETIREMENT PLANS

A new study released today finds that composite retirement plans would have fared better during the coronavirus pandemic and related market declines than traditional defined-benefit multi-employer plans, allowing participants to receive higher benefits and attracting more employer participants. The study makes it clear that employees and employers stand to benefit once Congress authorizes the use of composite plans.

Jun 01 2020

NECA Observes National Safety Month Along with the National Safety Council

June is National Safety Month observed annually by the National Safety Council. NSC is the nation’s leading nonprofit safety advocate, National Safety Month focuses on saving lives and preventing injuries, from the workplace to anyplace.

May 27 2020

U.S. Department of Labor's OSHA Issues Guidance to Help Construction Workers During the Coronavirus Pandemic

The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has launched a webpage with coronavirus-related guidance for construction employers and workers. The guidance includes recommended actions to reduce the risk of exposure to the coronavirus.

May 26 2020

NECA Announces 2020 Recipients for the NECA Recognition of Safety Achievement Programs for Safety Excellence and Zero Injury

NECA’s Recognition of Safety Achievement program is an elite safety recognition focused on recognizing thriving companies that excel in multiple areas of their safety and health programs. Member companies that consistently have OSHA recordable injury and fatality rates at levels lower than the industry standard, and implement internal company safety practices above and beyond basic compliance will receive the recognition.

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Upcoming Events

Full Calendar

Technology Spotlight Series: DeepHow Webinar - Friday, August 7, 2020 | 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM ET

08/07/2020

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Tactical EQ4 Human Performance Virtual Classroom - Tuesday, August 11, 2020 | 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM ET

08/11/2020

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2020 NECA Government Affairs Update | August Webinar - Wednesday, August 12, 2020 | 2:00-3:00 PM ET

08/12/2020

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NECA 2020 District 2 Fall Council Meeting (Virtual)

08/25/2020

NECA 2020 District 4 Fall Council Meeting (Virtual)

08/26/2020

Cracking the 'WIP' - Driving Predictable Cost Projections Virtual Classroom - Thursday, August 27, 2020 | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM ET

08/27/2020

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NECA 2020 District 7 Fall Council Meeting (Virtual)

09/02/2020

NECA 2020 Eastern & Midwest Managers Meeting (Canceled)

09/ 02 - 04 /2020

Nashville, TN

Basic Estimating of Electrical Construction - Florida West Coast & Central Florida Chapter | October 14-October 16, 2020

10/ 14 - 16 /2020

Tampa, FL

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NECA-IBEW 2021 Employee Benefits Conference

01/ 25 - 27 /2021

NECA 2021 Association Executives Institute (AEI)

03/ 03 - 05 /2021

Nashville, TN

District 10 Membership and Council Meeting 2021

03/ 21 - 24 /2021

Big Island Hawaii

NECA 2021 Safety Professionals Conference

05/ 24 - 26 /2021

Nashville, TN

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District 10 Membership and Council Meeting 2022

05/ 01 - 04 /2022

Naples, FL

Spotlight On Membership

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Thank you to everyone who participated in #NECASafetyStandDown. We had a great turn out. Below are a few of our member contractors who participated.

DICIN Electric

DICIN DICIN Electric participated in the NECA Safety Stand Down and shared how they recognized their employees, as well as the many electricians and utility workers that are essential during the COVID-19 Pandemic.

OlympiaTech Electric

Rosendin beds OlympiaTech Electric participated in NECA Safety Stand Down by starting their day off Safety Stand Down by taking extra time to talk about COVID-19 safety measures and share their questions and experiences.