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Safety & Training Short: Emergency Response Training Short 2.0

WHAT IS EMERGENCY RESPONSE?                                       Simply put, emergency response is how you respond to emergencies. A good Emergency Response Program involves taking action before a possible emergency occurs.Remember: Call 911 if the situation has escalated and danger is imminent!GENERAL SAFETY RULES If you see something suspicious, say something. You can help prevent the domino effect — when an emergency happens and spreads quickly, increasing the danger as it grows. Click here to

Safety & Training Short: Proper Pipe Handling

Improper pipe handling can lead to severe injuries ranging soar back and muscle strains, to broken bones and death. Always ensure that the utmost caution is taken when performing work that requires pipe handling.Stay out of the path of rolling pipe. Stay clear of pipe when it is being transported. Wear gloves and goggles when needed. The wearing of safety shoes is also recommended. Wear your hard hat. Keep pipe balanced when it's in a sling. Keep your hands on the outside of the pipe while guiding. Check

Celebrating our Member Referral Partners - Thank You for Helping Us Build Our Community!

We would like to recognize and celebrate our wonderful REFERRAL PARTNERS!2025:Robert Kennedy, Robert Kennedy Construction, who referred Joe Kennedy, Platinum Power, Inc. (Special thanks to Robert who pledged his bonus to our Workforce Development & Scholarship Fund!)Joe Pennisi, PEP Creative Architecture + Interior Design, who referred, Brian Miller, BKM Drywall (Special thanks to Joe who pledged his bonus to our Workforce Development & Scholarship Fund!)Judi Cooper, Kitchens Inside Out, who referred Tommy

Safety & Training Short: Confined Spaces - Permit Required Confined Spaces

Protect yourself in and around confined spaces. A confined space is a working area with limited openings for entry or exit, large enough for entering and working, and not designated for continuous occupancy.  Examples of confined spaces include tanks, storage bins, underground vaults, pits, manholes, silos, and pipelines.Permits are required to enter confined spaces that:May contain a hazardous or potentially hazardous atmosphereContain materials which can engulf an entrantContain walls that converge

Thank You to our 2025-26 Marin Home Resource Guide Ad Partners!

We want to express our deep gratitude to our wonderful 2025-26 Marin Home Resource Guide Ad Partners! Their generous support of our signature publication made this edition possible - and our best yet! Your partnership is instrumental in supporting our local building community and connecting with Marin County homeowners preparing to undergo their next home improvement project.Celebrating in alpha order:A and P Moving, Inc.Aaero Heating & Sheetmetalbuilding LabCanty Real Estate Group, IncCentral Valley

Safety & Training Short: Ladder Safety - Selection and Maintenance

Ladders must be selected based on hazards and tasks. Also, ladders require maintenance in order to function properly. Each ladder type requires different inspection criteria and maintenance. If a ladder is neglected, it may become unsafe to use. For this reason, it is extremely important that ladders are inspected prior to each use and repaired periodically. Types of ladders: Length:Stepladder users must be able to reach about four feet from the top of the ladder while standing on the second step from

Safety & Training Short: Cement-Related Skin Irritation Hazards

Objective: To reinforce awareness of the potential skin irritation risks from working with cement.  Cement-Related Skin Irritation Hazards Cement is a major cause of skin irritation. Its lime content (primarily calcium hydroxide) and heat-producing properties when water is added cause skin irritation on contact.   Cement contact with dry skin is likely to crack the skin and may lead to ulcers, reddening, and irritation, collectively referred to as dermatitis. Additionally, frequent contact with cement

Safety & Training Short: Hazard Communication Awareness 2.0

WHAT IS HAZARD COMMUNICATION? The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) Hazard Communication standard, also referred to as “HAZCOM,” ensures employees have access to vital safety information about chemicals used in the workplace. It provides employees with the information they have the “right to know” while working with hazardous chemicals.HAZARD COMMUNICATION PROGRAM Your workplace has a hazard communication program available. This program is federally required in all facilities

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