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Safety & Training Short: Carbon Monoxide Safety

Objective: To reinforce awareness of the potential hazards of carbon monoxide exposure.Carbon Monoxide Dangers Carbon monoxide (CO) is often referred to as a “silent killer” because our senses can’t easily detect it. When inhaled, CO displaces oxygen from the bloodstream and can be fatal. CO is also flammable in high concentrations. CO poisoning victims can survive if their symptoms are recognized early and immediate action is taken.Click here to download the training short in EnglishClick here to download

Bid Opportunity: Glass Scope Needed for MarinHealth Pharmacy Project

Colin Construction Company, a general contractor based out of Auburn, is seeking a glass subcontractor to assist with glass work on a project at MarinHealth Medical Center in Marin. The glass scope can be viewed below. **Please note that this is a prevailing wage job.**Bids are due by Friday, November 14, 2025.If you have any questions, please contact Jason Mateo, Project Engineer/Estimator:  jmateo@colincc.com, c: 650-477-7883, o: 530-272-3357.Click Here to View Full Plans and Drawings

2026 Employee Wellness Benefits Trends

Before we know it, the holiday season will be over, and we'll be starting 2026.  As 2025 draws to a close, it’s time to look ahead.  The landscape of employee wellness benefits is rapidly evolving, driven by the need for more comprehensive, personalized support.  Understanding these trends now will ensure your organization is prepared for 2026.Trend 1: Holistic, Individualized Care The future of benefits is holistic, with a renewed and necessary focus on financial and mental health.Addressing the Financial

Safety & Training Short: Winter Preparation

In cold, wet conditions, common dangers include slips and falls, as well as vehicle accidents. Taking simple precautions can prevent accidents and injuries.Preventing slips: Areas that may become slick and require extra caution include stairs, ramps, tile floors, parking lots and metal parts of equipment. Have an excellent snow and ice removal program in place.Place non-skid floor mats and caution signs in slippery, high traffic areas.Use traction devices that strap onto shoes when conditions require

Safety & Training Short: Cybersecurity for Small Businesses

Objective: To inform organizations of measures they can take to increase the security of their data, computer, and network systems. The advancement of information technology has made it easier than ever to run a small business, but your organization as well as your customers and their data may be at risk unless proper cybersecurity measures are in place.Click here to download the training short in EnglishClick here to download the training short in Spanish Safety & Training Shorts provided by George

Safety & Training Short: Emails

Objective: To assure understanding of and adherence to safe practices for email use. Email has become one of the most commonly used methods of communication in the workplace, and many organizations’ policies include standards and requirements for email correspondence. If used incorrectly, email can harm your computer or your organization.Work email is for work: The email account provided by your employer is for use in communicating with colleagues, vendors, clients, suppliers, or other parties about

Build Your Team Faster with HammerLoop!

HammerLoop update!  Hello fellow MBA members!   HammerLoop was recently just displayed to the roughly 500 members of the Northern California chapter of ABC (Associated Builders and Contractors), through a large press email!  This is something we are proud of.  In the next 2 weeks, we will be at the San Rafael chamber of commerce's 'Level Up' event, we will be guiding construction workers through profile sign-ups through the Canal Alliance, and we have multiple events through ABC geared toward onboarding

Marin Builders Association Members: Save on your Workers' Comp!