A coalition of construction associations say an emergency temporary standard enforcing vaccine mandates could worsen labor shortages and cause economic problems for the industry.
The new Hot Air and Induction Welding Safety Training teaches methods for identifying and controlling the hazards involved with installing roofing systems using electricity powered equipment.
Simpson Strong-Tie is donating a total of $600,000 to Building Talent Foundation to help connect young and underserved people to skilled trades training and career opportunities.
In his new role, Leyden will lead his team in a unified effort to grow in the new construction space while helping contractors find the materials they need to build better businesses.
Roofing contactors and consultants are encouraged to make their voice heard in the ongoing quarterly market index surveys held by various industry associations.
Founded in 1921, Oldham Lumber provides lumber, plywood, engineered wood and framing materials to residential builders and commercial contractors in North Texas.
The newly established initiative prioritizes heat-related interventions and inspections of work activities on days when the heat index exceeds 80 degrees Fahrenheit.