Kalb's Q&A for Contractors By David Kalb, President of Capitol Services, Inc. We will get down to business by the ‘numbers’ as a contractor discovers he may “B” off the mark in getting that general license. What happens

to the contractor’s license when a business is ‘dead’? Does the license ‘live on’ to cause problems in the future? Not knowing may be an expensive lesson to learn… Q: I either want to add a “B” classification to my existing license or create a new corporation with a “B” license. I have been active in business continuously for 15 years with several classifications “C-2” (Insulation), “C-9” (Drywall), “C-33” (Painting) and “C-35” (Lathing/Plaster). Do I qualify for a “B” class and do I need to take the exam. Which scenario would be easier? A: To qualify for a "B" license the CSLB requires that you show 4 years experience (within the past 10) in the building trades. By their evaluation standards this usually includes two or three of the following PLUS STRUCTURAL FRAMING OR CARPENTRY: concrete, roofing, electrical, plumbing, HVAC. Simply showing a background in insulation, drywall, etc. will not be enough to qualify. If you do qualify, the trade test WILL be required. Adding the new class to an existing license is likely the easier scenario. Q: I am a long time fan of your column. I am the Responsible Managing Officer (RMO) for a recently issued license number 9xxxxx. This is my new company and my only current business focus. I also have a couple of other licenses. One of which is number 8xxxxx, a sole owner license that is expired. In the near future I will probably bring this license to current and active status and just keep it there in case I ever need it. This seems to me to be a prudent idea just in case anything happens to our new corporation. My real concern is license number 7xxxxx, an expired license of which I am also the RMO. My old partner and I are no longer conducting any business. He disassociated from this license and now I would like to also, but I'm not sure of the ramifications since there would be no Qualifier left.

Can you give me an idea as to whether or not there would be any negative impact to my new license or in keeping my sole owner license alive? Thank you in advance for your help and keep up the good work. A: Thank you for your kind words and for reading the column. If this old corporate license is never going to be used again, I would recommend filing a "License Cancellation Request Form" with the CSLB. In most instances this would require the signature of two officers; however, as the only remaining officer, your signature should be sufficient. As an alternative, I do not see any problem disassociating from the license; however, you would not be able to make any changes or adjustments should you change your mind. If you have not already done so, I suggest filing final dissolution documents with the Secretary of State so the corporation does not continue accruing taxes and penalties (at least $800 per year). Canceling or disassociating from the license should have no impact on your remaining two licenses. Please contact me if you have further questions. Heads Up Alert: I have received several calls recently from contractors who have used an internet-based firm to help them draft and file documents for a California Limited Liability Company (LLC). The problem is this company apparently does not realize that a LLC cannot obtain a CA contractor’s license. Period. The callers typically end our conversation with either: “Why didn’t they tell me” or “I just wasted hundreds of dollars”. ‘Caveat Emptor’, or buyers beware. Knowledge is power. Knowing where to go for the answers is half the battle. Get expert assistance immediately when you call 916-443-0657, email info@cutredtape.com, fax (916) 443-1908, or write me at Capitol Services, Inc., 1225 8th St. Ste. 580, Sacramento, CA 95814.

Labor Law Corner - Calchamber Employer Has Right to Assign Employee Unused Vacation Time

We ask that all employees submit their vacation requests by March 1, but most do not. Can we assign vacation time to employees who do not sign up to take vacation?

The employer has the right to schedule vacations. Labor Code Section 227.3 provides, in brief, that vacation is vested and requires unused vacation to be cashed out at termination. Further, there can be no forfeiture, such as a “use it or lose it” policy. The employer does have the right to manage the vacation program by setting vacation dates.

The Labor Code section states the following:

“Unless otherwise provided by a collective-bargaining agreement, whenever a contract of employment or employer policy provides for paid vacations, and an employee is terminated without having taken off his vested vacation time, all vested vacation shall be paid to him as wages at his final rate in accordance with such contract of employment or employer policy respecting eligibility or time served; provided, however, that an employment contract or employer policy shall not provide for forfeiture of vested vacation time upon termination. The Labor Commissioner or a designated representative, in the resolution of any dispute with regard to vested vacation time, shall apply the principles of equity and fairness.”

Send Out Requests

One suggestion is to send out requests around the first of the year, giving the employees two choices of dates and make it clear that in any case of conflict, seniority or any non-discriminatory method will be used to determine who gets their preference. Also make it clear that company needs will prevail.

If an employee fails to respond, the company has the right to assign vacation dates. Managing vacation programs in this manner will help to alleviate end-of-the-year problems and high vacation balances.

Exempt employees can be required only to take vacation in full week increments. The State Labor Commissioner takes the position that exempt employees should be given at least 90 days notice of mandatory vacation. Exempt employees can voluntarily take vacation for shorter periods without notice with employer approval, however.

Exemptions

Employees may have been scheduled for vacation, but events occur such as Pregnancy Disability Leave, Family Medical Leave Act, California Family Rights Act and Paid Family Leave. Depending on the timing, this could affect vacation schedules. These acts have to be complied with. Chapter 17 in the 2010 California Labor Law Digest from the California Chamber of Commerce covers vacations, holidays and paid time off. This information is also online at HRCalifornia.com.

Dale Louton Senior Helpline Consultant

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Construction Outside Sales Position Opening

Great opportunity to help save energy and build green Must have computer skills, Ms Application, plans take off online, Able to read and interpret plans, must be able generate detailed takeoff along with clear and accurate proposals. Candidate must be an efficient closer and a self starter without relying on leads and incoming phone calls. Local candidate preferred. Great people skills - Customer services oriented - Construction experience Compensation includes base salary with commission, car allowance, fuel account, cell phone, medical, and bonus opportunity based on performance Please send resume to salesposition2009@hotmail.com or Fax to 530-274-1235

FOR SALE:

4 one cubic yard bags of lime. $125 obo per bag.

250 lineal feet +/- of lightly used wattles, on pallets. Make offer.

Construction storage / office trailer. 8’ x 25’. Unique. Office in front with overhead door access storage in rear. Removable from trailer. Insulated, fiberglass exterior. Air Conditioned. $2,000 obo.

Call: Bill Litchfield. 530.570.0496

CLASSIFIED ADS

Nevada County Contractors' AccociationRESIDENTIAL AND LOCAL PLANS ON FILE 1/14/2010

* = Confirmed Bidders= New Plans Entered This WeekNEW!

Tuesday, January 19, 2010

Location: Sacramento# OF ADDENDA: 32:00 PM Bid Date: 1/19/2010

35TH STREET TOWNHOMES REHAB

Plan # 87209

Prebid: 11/18 & 12/1 @ 10 am Contract #:

Scope: Possible Sub Contracting Trades are: Cabinet; Millwork & Finish Carpentry; Concrete; Construction Clean-up; Doors; Gates & Activating Devices; Drywall; Earthwork & Paving, Electrical; Fencing; Flooring & Floor Covering; Framing and Rough Carpentry; Glazing; Hardware, Locks & Safes; Insulation & Acoustical; Lathing & Plastering; Ornamental Metal; Painting and Decorating; Plumbing; Roofing; Synthetic products/Countertops/Tub Surrounds; Tree Service and Warm-Air Heating, Ventilation & AC.

Estimate:

Owner: Sacramento Housing & Redevelopment Agency

916-566-1207

Bidders: Phone # Fax #S W ALLEN CONSTRUCTION (916) 344-030(916) 344-209 KELLEY CONSTRUCTION INC. (916) 454-320(916) 454-399 Owens Construction (530) 878-390(530) 878-390 BIONDI PAVING & ENGINEERING (916) 383-307(916) 383-598 American River Construction, Inc. (530) 621-036(530) 621-178 Sierra Insulation Company (530) 272-851(530) 272-756 T B K Electric (916) 684-121(916) 627-985 A 1 Electrical (916) 973-067(916) 482-340 Diede Construction (209) 368-060(209) 369-825 HOMETOWN CONSTRUCTION (916) 991-288(916) 991-248 Alessandro Electric Inc. (916) 722-063(916) 343-984

Wednesday, January 27, 2010

Location: Grass Valley# OF ADDENDA: 12:00 PM Bid Date: 1/27/2010

BANNER CASCADE PIPELINE PROJECT

Plan # 87232

Prebid: Thurs 12/10 @ 10 am

Contract #: 09-09

Scope: Construction of apprx 52,000 linear feet of raw water transmission mains and treated water mains, with associated facilites and structures.

Subcontractors: Surveying, Geotechnical Engineer, Testing of Soil, Asphalt & Materials, Tree Clearing, Erosion Control, Hydroseeding, Sawcutting, Grading, Paving, Slurry Seal, Striping, Structural Concrete, Shotcrete, Blasting, Fencing, Cathodic Protection, Masonry, Structural Metal Framing, Misc Metals, Rough Carpentry, Metal Roofing, Siding, Doors and WIndows, Painting, Plumbing, HVAC, Instrumentation & Scada, Electrician.Suppliers: Aggregate, Cutback, Asphalt, concrete, CLSM, Sheeting & Shoring, Precast concrete, Water Pipe & Supplies, Construction Equipment incl: trencher, traffic control, misc. metals. Potential sites required for fill dirt and temporary yard space.The construction plans are complete with the following exceptions:1) The drawings for the Clipper Creek siphon section are stamped preliminary. The drawings are substantially complete but need additional refinement. The final set for construction will be issued within two weeks through an addendum. 2) We have decided to add a fiber optic line that will parallel the raw water pipeline for the entire alignment. The specifics of this fiber optic system will be issued within two weeks through an addendum along with a revised bid schedule.

Estimate:

Owner: Nevada Irrigation District 530-271-6864

Bidders: Phone # Fax #Teichert Construction (916) 645-480(916) 645-481 Ranger Pipelines, Inc. 415-822-3703415-822-3700 Mountain Cascade Pipeline 925-373-0940925-373-8370 R.J. Miles Co. (530) 346-827(530) 346-229 Gray Electric (530) 273-841(530) 273-068 Nor-Cal Construction (530) 432-141(530) 432-168 Koch Excavating 530-432-4099530-432-4000 Ted M. Sirjesse Construction (530) 272-047(530) 272-042 Deschaine Enterprises (530) 274-997(530) 274-997 Western Land Renovators (530) 432-182(530) 432-881 Loggers Unlimited, Inc. (530) 273-806(530) 477-821

Residential and Local Plans 1/14/2010Nevada County Contractors' Association, Inc.

Tuesday, February 02, 2010

Location: Grass Valley# OF ADDENDA: 011:00 AM Bid Date: 2/2/2010

RODEO FLAT ROAD PIPELINE & PUMP STATION

Plan # 87306

Prebid: Wed 1/13 @ 9 am

Contract #: 09-11

Scope: Pipeline and Pump Station, Trades include: Site Work, Concrete, Masonry, Rough Carpentry, Metal Roofing, Metal Doors and Frames, Paints & protective Coatings, Louvers & Vents, Equipment, Mechanical, Electrical.

1/13 @ 9 am: Pre bid site tour: District's Timber Ridge Tanks in Nevada County, contact: Keane Sommers: 530-271-6864

Estimate:

Owner: Nevada Irrigation District 530-271-6864

Bidders: Phone # Fax #Aero West Engineering 530-269-2953530-269-1050 Hansen Bros. 530-272-5401530-273-3381 Pronesti Excavation Inc. 916-652-2347916-652-5832 Lorang Brothers Construction, Inc. 530-346-6120530-346-8150 Marques Pipeline 916-929-5532916-923-3434 Gabe Mendez, Inc. 916-663-1478916-663-3372 T & S Construction Co., Inc. 916-387-1861916-381-3052 Seghezzi Enterprises 530-273-4780530-272-7533 Freed Excavating Inc. 530-885-5241530-885-9811 C & D Contractors 530-265-3647530-265-6938 Western Water Constructors, Inc. 707-540-9641707-540-9640 Fletcher's Plumbing & Constructing 530-673-1317530-673-2489 R.J. Miles Co. (530) 346-827(530) 346-229 Gray Electric (530) 273-841(530) 273-068 Albanese Welding (530) 477-153(530) 477-153

Nevada County Contractors' AccociationPLANS ON FILE 1/14/2010

= New Plans Entered This WeekNEW!

Tuesday, January 19, 2010

Location: Yuba City# OF ADDENDA: 210:00 AM Bid Date: 1/19/2010

GUTTER & DOWNSPOUT REPLACEMENT @ THE YUBA CITY DMV FIELD OFFICE

Plan # 87222 Prebid: MAND 12/7 @ 10 am Engineers Estimate:Scope: Contact, Andrew Hinds, 916-657-8697. Gutter & downspout replacement at the Yuba City DMV Field Office. Pre bid meeting: 1570 Poole Blvd., Yuba City.

Owner: Dept. of Motor Vehicles Administration Services Di

916-657-7822

Location: Folsom# OF ADDENDA: 22:00 PM Bid Date: 1/19/2010

PLAY FOR ALL UNIVERSALLY ACCESSIBLE TOT-LOT

Plan # 87319 Prebid: MAND 1/13 @ 3pm Engineers Estimate:Scope: Contact: James Simpson 916-355-7249. Mobilization, site demolition, SWPPP erosion control measures, temporary construction fence, grading (cut/fill/import), storm drain pipe, type BK junction box, PCC pavement, PCC play area containment curb, PCC play area downturned curb, poured in-place play surfacing, play area geotextile fabric, woven wire fence, & all related work.

Owner: City of Folsom Parks Department 916-355-7285

Wednesday, January 20, 2010

Location: San Francisco# OF ADDENDA: 211:00 AM Bid Date: 1/20/2010

ISLAIS CREEK MOTOR COACH FACILITY SITE DEVELOPMENT & FUEL WASH BLDGS.

Plan # 87203 Prebid: 10/15/09 AT 1:30 Prebid: 10/15/09 AT 11:00 Contract #: MR-1206Engineers Estimate:Scope: The scope of work includes but is not limited to the following: site development with demolition, excavation and removal of impacted soils, corrosion control, transportation and disposal of excess hazardous waste (soil) material, constructing sidewalks and curbs, dewatering, grading, fill, drainage system, foundations, utilities, pavement, striping, lighting, signage, irrigation and landscaping, construction of a bus yard with parking for 165 forty foot motor coaches, construction of a fuel/w.ash building with, 3 bays for fuel, lube and wash of vehicles, tire shop, fare collection system, and wash water reclaim system, construction of an annex building with offrces, restrooms, lockers, lunchroom, systems room, electrical room, emergency generator and unit substation, construction of a shoreline park, and installation of an art structure.

In San Francisco on 8.4 acres on the north shore of Islais Creek and bounded by the I280 northbound Cesar Chavez off ramp on the West, Cesar Chavez St. to the North, and Indiana St on the East.

Owner: City & Co of San Francoisco 415-701-4278

Location: South Lake Tahoe# OF ADDENDA: 52:00 PM Bid Date: 1/20/2010

HEADWORKS REPLACEMENT PROJECT PHASE1DEMOLITION

Plan # 87224 Prebid: MAND 12/16 @ 2 pm Engineers Estimate:Scope: At the Districts Wastewater Treatment Plant, Demolition of the existing Incinerator Building, which is a concrete, masonry, & steel-frame structure with aluminum cladding, with three above-ground levels & one below-ground level, including dismantling, removal & proper disposal of all hazardous materials, mechanical equipment in the building (except those items specifically identified in these Contract Documents as being slated for District salvage). Work also includes demolition of the existing buried lime mud thickener & abandonment & capping of existing process piping, utilities & conduit within work area. After demolition, the area will be backfilled & compacted with structural fill in accordance with these Contract Documents. Associated work will also include site work, grading, & paving in support of these demolition activities. Contact: Heidi Baugh 530-543-6205.

Owner: South Lake Tahoe Public Utility District 530-544-6474

Plans On File 1/14/2010Nevada County Contractors' Association, Inc.

Location: Yuba City# OF ADDENDA: 110:00 AM Bid Date: 1/20/2010

STIMULUS STREET REHABILITATION-ARRA 2009

Plan # 87242 Contract #: 09-10Engineers Estimate:Scope: Overlaying Live Oak Blvd from Miller Street to apprx 1,300 feet North of Northgate Drive. Contact Kevin Bradford 530-822-4786

Owner: City of Yuba City 530-822-4626

Location: near Camino# OF ADDENDA: 02:00 PM Bid Date: 1/20/2010

DOT 03-3E4604 BUILDING CONSTRUCTION

Plan # 87246 Engineers Estimate: $650000 to $650000Scope: Building construction adjacent to El Dorado County near Camino at Camino Sand Storage Facility. Construct Sand Storage Facility. In El Dorado County Near Camino At Camino Sand Storage Facility The Contractor must have either a Class A license or Class B license or a combination of Class C licenses which constitutes a majority of the work. 105 Working Days * DVBE participation incentive up to $250,000

Location: Sacramento# OF ADDENDA: 02:00 PM Bid Date: 1/20/2010

WATER SERVICE METER RETROFIT - PHASE 12

Plan # 87315 Contract #: B103331028Engineers Estimate:Scope: Contact, Sonia Lopez, Associate Civil Engineer, 916-808-1456. Furnishing and installing meter setters, meter boxes, lids, meter valves and water meters at various commercial and residential properties within designated areas of the City of Sacramento. Work to be performed also includes excavation, backfill, surface restoration, retrofitting water meters on existing water services.

Location: North Highlands# OF ADDENDA: 04:00 PM

NEW!

Bid Date: 1/20/2010

OAKDALE PARK LANDSCAPING IMPROVEMENTS

Plan # 87320 Engineers Estimate:Scope: Contact: Jane Steele 916-482-8377 or jsteele@arcadecreekrecreation.com. Installation of concrete paving, installation of keystone planting beds, installation of irrigation, & planting.

Owner: Arcade Creek Recreation & Park District 916-482-8377

Thursday, January 21, 2010

Location: Sacramento# OF ADDENDA: 02:00 PM Bid Date: 1/21/2010

SACRAMENTO RIVER EAST LEVEE PHASE 1C (REACHES 1-2) IMPROVEMENT PROJECT PRIVATE RIVER DIVERSION PUMP REPLACEMENT

Plan # 87304 Prebid: Wed 1/6 @ 9am Contract #: 4053Engineers Estimate: $380000 to $450000Scope: Contact: Stephen Sullivan, PE, Mead & Hunt 916-993-4610. Supply & installation of two vertical & one slant mixed-flow river pumps with solid shaft motors, & new electrical equipment including removal & disposal of existing pumps, restoration of existing pump columns for reuse, selective demolition of pump support platforms, modification of existing steel pump support platforms, installation of new driven H-pile supports, minor underwater dredging to remove sediment for pump installations, replacement of flexible coupling connections & sections of welded steel discharge piping, replacement of motor starters & pump motor control panels, replacement of meter enclosures & restoration of electrical services, installation of welded steel piping, associated gate valve in vault, & siphon breaker / air release valve in vault, & all related work. Pre Bid meeting: SAFCA construction trailers on Rio Ramaza Drive south of the intersection with Riego Road.

Owner: Sacramento Area Flood Control Agency 916-874-6544

Location: Sacramento# OF ADDENDA: 11:30 PM Bid Date: 1/21/2010

ANTELOPE HIGH SCHOOL KILN YARD ROOF

Plan # 87315 Prebid: MAND 1/12 @ 3pm Engineers Estimate:Scope: Contact: Lionakis 916-558-1900. Clear the site of existing site improvements, provide & maintain barricades, fences & other protective devices, excavation, fill, backfill, shoring, bracing, extend plumbing, gas, fire sprinkler, & electrical utilities, construct new on-site improvements including but not limited to painting, firestopping, & concrete patching work, & all misc. work

Owner: Roseville Joint Union High School District 916-782-4704

Location: Yuba County# OF ADDENDA: 12:00 PM

NEW!

Bid Date: 1/21/2010

REGIONAL DETENTION POND CONNECTION

Plan # 87323 Contract #: 09-158Engineers Estimate:Scope: Construct a storm drain pipe connecting the Wheeler Ranch Pond to RD 784 North Drainage Basin C Regional Detention Pond. Construction of underground storm drainage, and includes boring and jackng under the railroad line that runs between the two existing Wheeler Ranch Ponds.

Owner: Reclamation District 784 530-742-0520

Plans On File 1/14/2010Nevada County Contractors' Association, Inc.

Tuesday, January 26, 2010

Location: Sacramento# OF ADDENDA: 02:00 PM Bid Date: 1/26/2010

12TH & I LIGHT RAIL STATION IMPROVEMENTS

Plan # Prebid: 1-6 @ 10 am Contract #: R245.08.02Engineers Estimate:Scope: Furnish and install site furniture, foundations, mini-high ramp and platform modifications, misc metal fabrications, shelter installations, concrete platform pavement, safety tiles and irrigation modifications (2) Furnish & install electrical and lighting systems, standards, luminaries, fixtures, lamps, including painting and all misc items of work and (3) Furnish and install a landscaping and irrigation system complete in place, including removing existing plants and adding new plant material.

Owner: Sacramento Regional Transit District 916-557-4509

Location: East of Sac# OF ADDENDA: 02:00 PM Bid Date: 1/26/2010

DOT 03-3E9504 REPLACE ASPHALT CONCRETE V-DITCH

Plan # 87240 Contract #: DOT 03-3E9504Engineers Estimate: $520000 to $520000Scope: Replace Asphalt Concrete V-ditch. In Sacramento County About 16.5 Miles East Of Sacramento From 0.1 Mile East Of White Rock Overhead 24-122 To 0.6 Mile West Of El Dorado County Line. The Contractor must have either a Class A license or any combination of the following Class C licenses which constitutes a majority of the work: C-12, C-13. 20 Working Days * DVBE participation incentive up to $250,000

Owner: State of CA 916-227-6133

Location: Sierra & Lassen Co.# OF ADDENDA: 02:00 PM Bid Date: 1/26/2010

DOT 02-1E8804 REMOVE & REPLACE AC PAVEMENT

Plan # 87311 Contract #: 02-1E8804Engineers Estimate:Scope: Remove & Replace AC Pavement

Owner: State of CA 916-227-6133

Location: Truckee# OF ADDENDA: 02:00 PM Bid Date: 1/26/2010

TTUSD DISTRICT OFFICE RELOCATION PROJECT

Plan # 87312 Prebid: MAND Fri 1/8 @ 10 am Engineers Estimate:Scope: WE HAVE NOT RECEIVED A HARD COPY OF THIS PROJECT YET. WE ARE POSTING THE NOTICE INVITING BIDS TO INFORM YOU OF THE MANDATORY PREBID MEETING SCHEDULED FOR 1/8 @ 10AM LOCATED AT SIERRA MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY EDUCATION CENTER, 11603 DONNER PASS ROAD, TRUCKEE, CA. Contact: Rob Koster, Tahoe Truckee Unified School District, 530-582-2542 Minor demolition of partitions, concrete removal, and hazardous materials abatement, installation of small footings, partition walls, eletrical, fire alarms, IT and HVAC work.

Owner: Tahoe Truckee Unified School District 530-582-2541

Wednesday, January 27, 2010

Location: near Truckee# OF ADDENDA: 32:00 PM Bid Date: 1/27/2010

DOT 03-4C2204 REPAIR AND REPLACE HEATING SYSTEM, STATIC SCALE, AND PCC PAVEMENT

Plan # 87212 Contract #: 03-4C2204Engineers Estimate: $1515000 to $1515000Scope: Repair And Replace Heating System, Static Scale, And Pcc Pavement. In Nevada County Near Truckee From 0.9 Mile West Of Union Mills Undercrossing To 1.1 Miles West Of Union Mills Undercrossing At Donner Pass Truck Inspection Facility At 12800 Highway 80 The Contractor must have either a Class A license or Class B license or a combination of Class C licenses which constitutes a majority of the work. 65 Working Days * 7% UDBE Requirement

Owner: State of CA 916-227-6133

Location: Sacramento# OF ADDENDA: 02:00 PM Bid Date: 1/27/2010

5TH STREET SEWER UPSIZING, P ST TO U ST.

Plan # 87240 Engineers Estimate:Scope: Contact, Sonia Lopez, Associate Civil Engineer, 916-808-1456. Removing existing combined sewer pipelines and installing 60- and 72-inch combined sewer pipelines, replacing manholes, drains, sewer services, asphalt overlay and associated work.

Owner: City of Sacramento - Dept of Utilities 916-808-1437

Plans On File 1/14/2010Nevada County Contractors' Association, Inc.

Location: Folsom# OF ADDENDA: 12:00 PM Bid Date: 1/27/2010

IRON POINT/BUCKINGHAM DISTRIBUTION SUBSTATION CIVIL CONSTRUCTION

Plan # 87245 Prebid: MAND Wed 1/13/10 11 am:30 Engineers Estimate:Scope: The Contractor shall furnish all supervision, labor, materials, equipment and incidentals necessary to accomplish the work in accordance with the Contract. THIS WORK WILL BE PERFORMED DURING WINTER MONTHS AND SHALL BE BID ACCORDINGLY.The Contract work generally consists of furnishing and removing a temporary rock construction entrance. Clearing and removing existing site fill materials. Preparation of subgrade. Site fill and grading. Trenching and backfilling. Furnishing and placing aggregate base and crushed rock. Furnishing and installing conduits. Furnishing and installing grounding. Removal and replacement of asphalt concrete. Removal and replacement of City of Folsom sidewalk and Landscaping. Construction of concrete structures and foundations. Furnishing and installing tread plates. Furnishing and installing an electric sump, piping, and switch panel. Furnishing and installing underground utility boxes.this is a MANDATORY pre-bid meeting and site visit. Bidders are encouraged to download the solicitation documents and bring them to the pre-bid meeting, as hard copies will not be available. Pre-bid meeting will discuss the solicitation, bid schedule, general conditions, special conditions and technical requirements. Immediately following the pre-bid meeting, a mandatory site visit will be held at the work site. Bidders failing to attend the mandatroy pre-bid meeting and site visit will not be allowed to bid on this project.

Location: near Paynes Creek# OF ADDENDA: 02:00 PM Bid Date: 1/27/2010

DOT 02-1E8404 THIN BLANKET OVERLAY

Plan # 87310 Contract #: 02-1E8404Engineers Estimate:Scope: Thin Blanket Overlay

Owner: State of CA 916-227-6133

Location: Sacramento# OF ADDENDA: 02:00 PM Bid Date: 1/27/2010

BROADWAY & MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. BOULEVARD INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT

Plan # 87320 Prebid: 1/21 @ 1 pm Contract #: PN: TY31/T5036100Engineers Estimate:Scope: Modifying the traffic signal at the intersection of Broadway Avenue and Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd., widening Broadway Avenue, removing and replacing existing sidewalk, upgrading ramps and drainage system, resurfacing the street and restriping. PRE BID MEETING: Southeast corner of Martin Luther King Blvd & Broadway, 1/21 @ 1 pm.

Owner: City of Sacramento-Dept of Transportation 916-808-8300

Thursday, January 28, 2010

Location: Sacramento# OF ADDENDA: 29:00 AM Bid Date: 1/28/2010

TELEMEDICINE RESOURCE CENTER AND RURAL-PRIME FACILITY (MULTIPLE PRIMES)

Plan # 87221 Prebid: 12/8 9am Bid Pkgs.1-5,8,10,11,19 12/8 1:30pm Bid Pkgs.20-23 12/9 9am Bid Pkgs 6,7,9,12-16,18 @ Site Suite Prebid: 1/12 @ 9 AM Engineers Estimate:Scope: New 4 story, apprx 50,000 gsf facility at UC Davis, Sacramento Campus. Bid packages include: 01 Sitework ($375,000 / B,C-12); 02 Landscape / Irrigation ($247,000 / C-27); 03 General Construction ($3,026,000 /B); 04 Precast Concrete ($280,000 / C-8); 05 Structual Steel & Misc. Metals (2,834,000 / C-51); 06 Millwork & Finish Carpentry ($257,000 / C-6); 07 Insulation ($151,000 / C-2); 08 Roofing ($121,000 / C-39); 09 Doors, Frames & Hardware ($227,000 / C-6); 10 Glass, Glazing & Metal Panels ($2.5 million / C-17); 11 Metal Studs & Drywall ($1,703,000 / C-5,C-9,C-35); 12 Ceramic Tile ($78,000 / C-54); 13 Terrazzo ($239,000 / C-54); 14 Acoustic & Special Ceilings ($229,000 / C-2); 15 Flooring ($424,000 / C-15); 16 Painting ($186,000 / C-33); 18 Window Coverings ($260,000 / D-52); 19 Hydraulic Elevators ($372,000 / C-11); 20 HVAC, Plumbing & Sheet Metal ($3,439,000 / C-20 & C-36 & C-43); 21 Fire Protection ($233,000 / C-16); 22 Electrical ($2,734,000 / C-10) and 23 Building Controls & Security ($700,000 / C-7). Richard Yee (richard.yee@ucdmc.ucdavis.edu) (fax #) (916) 734-7751

Owner: UC Davis Medical Center Facilities Design & Constr

530-752-9893

Location: Loomis# OF ADDENDA: 01:00 PM Bid Date: 1/28/2010

SURGERY CENTER NEW BUILDING ADDITION

Plan # 87301 Engineers Estimate:Scope: This project consists of the construction of a new 11,303 sf ground-up, two story veterinary surgery center in Loomis, CA. Trades to include: Construction staking, erosion control, grading, underground utilities, paving, pavement markings, landscaping, site concrete, building concrete, concrete reinforcement, masonry, stone veneer, miscellaneous metals, rough carpentry, finish carpentry, architectural woodwork, countertops, thermal insulation, metal roofing, sheet metal flashings, joint sealers, doors, frames, and hardware, glass & glazing, wood windows, drywall, acoustical ceilings, resilient flooring, epoxy flooring, FRP, painting, specialties, lockers, restroom accessories, elevators, fire sprinklers, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical.

Plans On File 1/14/2010Nevada County Contractors' Association, Inc.

Location: Auburn# OF ADDENDA: 02:00 PM Bid Date: 1/28/2010

BELLA TUSCANY PIPELINE & TANK SITE IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT

Plan # 87303 Contract #: 2009-12Engineers Estimate: $600000 to $600000Scope: Construction and completion of approximately 2,633 lineal feet of 12-inch diameter water line, valves water service, fire hydrant assemblies, air and vacuum release valve assemblies, blowoff valve assembly, aggregate base road, and related work. (2)Tank site improvements-construction and completion of chain link fenceand gates, asphalt concrete pavement for the accessroad, landscaping, gunite slope protection and ditch lining, rock rip-rap, drainage improvements, segmental block retaining wall, electrical and telephone services ,photovoltaic power system, radio antenna system, electrical conduits and wiring, grounding system, control panels and enclosures and related work. Project contact: Bill Charpier 916-803-8327

Owner: Placer County Water Agency 530-823-4886

Location: Elk Grove# OF ADDENDA: 09:00 AM Bid Date: 1/28/2010

09/10 SIDEWALK REPLACEMENT PROJECT

Plan # 87314 Contract #: PC-10-02Engineers Estimate:Scope: Removal and replacement of damaged sidewalk at various locations throughout the District. Project Manager: Sheri Noblett 916-405-5337, sherinoblett@csdparks.com

Owner: Consumnes Community Services District 916-405-5337

Tuesday, February 02, 2010

Location: Sac & Yolo Counties# OF ADDENDA: 02:00 PM Bid Date: 2/2/2010

DOT 03-3M3504 REPLACE JOINT SEALS, REPLACE PCC, APPLY METHACRYLATE.

Plan # 87308 Contract #: 03-3M3504Engineers Estimate: $2300000 to $2300000Scope: Replace joint seals, replace PCC, apply methacrylate

Owner: State of CA 916-227-6133

Location: near Doyle# OF ADDENDA: 02:00 PM Bid Date: 2/2/2010

DOT 02-1E8304 THIN BLANKET OVERLAY

Plan # 87309 Contract #: 02-1E8304Engineers Estimate:

Owner: State of CA 916-227-6133

Wednesday, February 03, 2010

Location: Yuba City# OF ADDENDA: 010:00 AM Bid Date: 2/3/2010

SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL PROJECT JAMIE DRIVE AND BLEVIN ROAD

Plan # 87305 Contract #: 08-22Engineers Estimate:Scope: Reconstruction of Jamie Drive from Blevin Blvd to Northfield Drive and the reconstruction of the East side of Blevin Road from Butte Vista Elementary to Jamie Drive.

Owner: City of Yuba City 530-822-4626

Location: Sacramento# OF ADDENDA: 02:00 PM

NEW!

Bid Date: 2/3/2010

WARREN PARK PHASE 2

Plan # 87330 Contract #: L19173000Engineers Estimate: $435931 to $477798Scope: Contact, Dennis Day, P.M., 916-808-7633. Developing the second phase, of Warren Park. The improvements will consist of demolition, grading, irrigation system, landscaping, concrete walkways and curbs, asphalt seal-coat, skate park, tot lot play equipment, soccer goals, fencing modifications and site furniture.

Owner: City of Sacramento- Parks and Recreation 916-808-8529

Thursday, February 04, 2010

Location:# OF ADDENDA: 02:00 PM Bid Date: 2/4/2010

FORCUM AVENUE AND BELL AVENUE ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT

Plan # 87248 Prebid: MAND 1/14 @ 1:30 pm Contract #: 4049Engineers Estimate: $2200000 to $2500000Scope: Concrete curbs, gutters and sidewalks, ADA compliant sidewalk ramps, driveway reconstruction, roadway excavation, paving, striping, roadside signs, drainage pipes, drainage inlets and manholes, imported topsoil, new street lighting, installation of landscaping and irrigation systems and all work per plans and specs. Pre Bid Meeting: MClellan Business Park, Contact: Kent Craney 916-764-9923

Owner: County of Sacramento-Municipal Services Agency

916-874-8645

Location: Placerville# OF ADDENDA: 11:30 PM Bid Date: 2/4/2010

PARKING LOT LIGHTING RELAMP/BALLAST

Plan # 87313 Prebid: MAND 1/14 @ 10 am Contract #: 09-392Engineers Estimate:Scope: Contact, Julie Phang, 916-657-8345. Parking lot relamp/ballast at the Placerville DMV.

Owner: Department of Motor Vehicles 916-657-7822

Plans On File 1/14/2010Nevada County Contractors' Association, Inc.

Location: UC Davis# OF ADDENDA: 03:00 PM

NEW!

Bid Date: 2/4/2010

EMERGENCY GENERATOR-ARC PAVILION

Plan # 87321 Prebid: MAND Thurs 1/14 10 am Contract #: Q-214018Engineers Estimate:Scope: Remove existing 60KW generator along with conduit and wiring and replace with University furnished trailer mounted 600KW generator.

Owner: UC Davis-Facilities Management 530-754-5965

Location: Elk Grove# OF ADDENDA: 010:00 AM

NEW!

Bid Date: 2/4/2010

CATERINO PARK SAFETY LIGHTING

Plan # 87326 Contract #: PC-10-03Engineers Estimate: $40000 to $40000Scope: Installation of a safety lighting system in an existing park. Project manager: Sheri Noblett 916-405-5337, email: sherinoblett@csdparks.com

Owner: Consumnes Community Services District 916-405-5337

Monday, February 08, 2010

Location: Yuba City# OF ADDENDA: 03:00 PM

NEW!

Bid Date: 2/8/2010

RICHLAND HOUSING DEVELOPMENT II REHAB & IMPROVEMENTS

Plan # 87329 Prebid: MAND 1/11 @ 10 am Contract #: 2004-006Engineers Estimate:Scope: Multiple Residential Units

Owner: Consolidated Area Housing Authority of Sutter Co.

530-671-0220

Tuesday, February 09, 2010

Location: Burney# OF ADDENDA: 12:00 PM Bid Date: 2/9/2010

MCARTHUR-BURNEY FALLS MEMORIAL STATE PARK-REBUILD BURNEY FALLS TRAIL

Plan # 87247 Prebid: MAND Tues 1/5 @ 10 am Contract #: C09E0018Engineers Estimate:Scope: **To attend the second mandatory prebid meeting, email planscounter@parks.ca.gov no later than 1/21 @ 1 pm. Not required for those who attended on 1/5.

Owner: State of CA - Dept of Parks & Recreation 916-445-8889

Wednesday, February 10, 2010

Location: Davis# OF ADDENDA: 02:00 PM Bid Date: 2/10/2010

REPLACE EXTERIOR SIGNS FOR DAVIS DMV

Plan # 87302 Engineers Estimate:Scope: Contact, Po Tin Leung, 916-657-8345. Replace exterior building/parking lot signs and install new exterior building/parking lot signs at Davis DMV Field Office.

Owner: Dept of Motor Vehicles - Field Operations Division

916-657-7840

Thursday, February 11, 2010

Location: Tahoe City# OF ADDENDA: 02:00 PM

NEW!

Bid Date: 2/11/2010

NORTH TAHOE FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, PUBLIC SAFETY CENTER

Plan # 87324 Prebid: 1/25 @ 9 am Engineers Estimate:Scope: PLANS TO FOLLOW APPRX 1/15. Construction of 20,279 SF essential services fire station facility, which includes apparatus bays, offices, storage, training areas, and elevator, living quarters. The project shall include all grading, excavation, site work, paving, building construction, electrical, plumbing and appurtenances. The construction includes concrete continuous footings and retaining walls, wood and steel structure and the installation of a fire sprinkler system.

Owner: Tahoe City Public Utility District 530-583-3796

Location: West Sacramento# OF ADDENDA: 02:00 PM

NEW!

Bid Date: 2/11/2010

TRANSIT CENTER AT WEST CAPITAL AVENUE & MERKLEY AVENUE

Plan # 87328 Prebid: MAND 1/27 @ 10 am Engineers Estimate:Scope: Contact: Public Works 916-617-4850. A mandatory Pre Bid Conference will be held on January 27, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. at the West Sacramento City Hall, 2nd Floor Council Chambers at 1110 West Capitol Avenue, West Sacramento, CA. Construction of a new transit center which consists of custom transit shelters, curb & gutter, sidewalk, concrete pavement, asphalt pavement reconstruction, storm drainage improvements, water line relocation, landscape & irrigation, pavement markings, AVL changeable message signs, trellis lighting, custom transit bus shelter, plaza, & street lighting, replacement of any associated damage to pavement, sidewalk, curb & gutter, as well as private & public improvements caused by the execution of this Contract. Traffic control will also be required for this project.

Owner: City of West Sacramento 916-617-4645

Plans On File 1/14/2010Nevada County Contractors' Association, Inc.

Location: S. Lake Tahoe# OF ADDENDA: 02:00 PM

NEW!

Bid Date: 2/11/2010

LUTHER PASS PUMP STATION STANDBY POWER GENERATOR FACILITY PROJECT

Plan # 87333 Prebid: MAND Tues 1/26 @ 2pm Engineers Estimate:Scope: The work to be performed consists of: installation and maintenance of erosion control measures and other required BMPs; excavation and over excavation including slope stabilization, dewatering,handling, stockpiling and disposal of excess material; installation and maintenance of shoring and soil stabilization for worker safety; removal and relocation of an existing trailer-mounted 1,200 kW generator system for temporary service, construct temporary electrical and fuel connections, construct temporary pad, guard posts and spill containment; demolish and dispose of existing trailer and all facilities contained therein at end of standby power temporary service; demolish and remove abandoned septic tank and leach field lines; demolish and reconstruct underground sanitary sewer, industrial waste line and telephone utilities, and demolish and shutoff gas per utility company requirements; demolish and reconstruct site fencing; construct new 5,074 square foot (s.f.) ac pavement, concrete block retaining wall and footing, gravel-fill trenches, 1,136 s.f. CMU generator building and housekeeping pads, and a 196 s.f. Roof structure connecting the new generator building to the existing pump station; furnish and install a 2,500 kW generator skid-mounted system and concrete pad, exhaust silencer and piping, 500-gallon day tank and control panel; refurbish existing 6,000-gallon aboveground fuel tank and fill station, reconstruct concrete pad and furnish and install new fuel supply lines; furnish and install HVAC equipment, sound attenuation system, all new electrical facilities, modifications and a clean chemical fire suppression system.

Owner: South Lake Tahoe Public Utility District 530-544-6474

Monday, February 15, 2010

Location: Live Oak# OF ADDENDA: 15:00 PM Bid Date: 2/15/2010

98 CENT STORE & DISCOUNT - REMODEL / ADDITION

Plan # 87318 Engineers Estimate:Scope: Contact: Shelton Construction 530-868-5530. GC seeking all trades. Please fax bids to 530-868-5530.

Owner: Shelton Construction 530-868-5530

Thursday, February 18, 2010

Location: Sacramento# OF ADDENDA: 02:00 PM

NEW!

Bid Date: 2/18/2010

CRESTVIEW DRIVE CULVERT IMPROVEMENT PROJECT

Plan # 87331 Contract #: 4018Engineers Estimate: $183000 to $183000Scope: Contact: David Bolen 916-874-8645. Installing approx. 58 l.ft. of 6'x3' reinforced concrete box storm drain pipe, removing & replacing 86 l.ft. of concrete channel lining, installing two headwalls, clearing & grubbing, removing & replacing curb, gutter, & sidewalk, asphalt concrete, & fencing.

Owner: County of Sacramento-Municipal Services Agency

916-874-8645

Thursday, February 25, 2010

Location: Sacramento# OF ADDENDA: 02:00 PM

NEW!

Bid Date: 2/25/2010

LLOYD LANE STORM DRAIN IMPROVEMENT PROJECT

Plan # 87332 Contract #: 4017Engineers Estimate:Scope: Contact: David Bolen 916-874-8645. Installing approx. 1,657 l.ft. of storm drain pipe, 8 drainage inlets, 9 manholes & appurtenant structures, removing & replacing curb, gutter & sidewalk, & all related work.

Owner: County of Sacramento-Municipal Services Agency

916-874-8645

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First Aid/Adult CPR with AED Instructor:

Chris Drainville CPR/First Aid instructor for the American Red Cross

Every employer has a legal obligation to establish an effective Injury and Illness Prevention Program to promote health and safety in the workplace. Complying with safe and healthful work practices includes first aid kits easily accessible to each work area, and training of at least one employee on each shift currently qualified to render first aid. Participants learn to prevent, prepare and respond to workplace emergencies:

• Adult CPR • Rescue Breathing • Choking Rescue • Bleeding Control • Treatment of Burns

• Fractures & Sprains • Seizures • Poisoning • Heat/Cold Emergencies • Preventing Disease Transmission

When: Tuesday, January 19, 2010 – 5:00 P.M. to 8:30 P.M. (Part 1)

Wednesday, January 20, 2010 – 5:00 P.M. to 8:30 P.M. (Part 2) Where: Nevada County Contractors’ Association,

149 Crown Point Court, Suite A, Grass Valley, CA 95945

Cost: $65 Members $75 Non-Members

American Red Cross certifications are as follows: CPR = 1 year, First Aid = 3 years

Fill out, check a date box, and then Fax this form back to (530) 274-3373 or Email to

ncoffice@pacbell.net

Company Name: Contact Person: Phone: Fax: Attendee: *Date Certification Expires: Attendee: *Date Certification Expires:

For more information contact Rhonda at the NCCA Office (530) 274-1919

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Tuesday, January 26, 2010 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Vehicle Safety Inspections Presented by:

Merlin Elders - Retired CHP, Commercial Unit

DID YOU KNOW YOU MAYBE REQUIRED TO HAVE AN ‘A’ CLASS LICENSE

Vehicle Log Book Knowledge for the Contractor

• Laws that regulate vehicle's over 10,000 lbs. (gross vehicle weight) • New regulation laws that require vehicle's over 10,000 lbs that travel into Nevada • Tie down laws that regulate flatbed vehicle's, weight laws, laws that regulate

trailers

Where: Nevada County Contractors' Association 149 Crown Point Court, Suite A

Grass Valley, CA 95945

Cost: NCCA Members: $15.00 Lunch Included Non-Members: $30.00 Lunch Included

Company Name: Contact Person: Phone: Fax: Attendee: Attendee:

Fax back to (530) 274-3373 For more information contact Rhonda at (530) 274-1919 ncoffice@pacbell.net

PPRREEVVAAIILLIINNGG WWAAGGEE SSEEMMIINNAARR Presented by:

Brian Bertossa – Cook Brown, LLP &

Donna Casswell On Track Business Management & Consulting

Wednesday, February 3, 2010 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Topics

* How to Identify a Project as a Public Works Project * * To Whom Does the Prevailing Wage Apply *

* How to Read and Interpret Prevailing Wage Rate Determinations * *Fringe Benefit Payments as a Credit Against the Prevailing Wage *

* Filling Out Certified Payroll Reports and Fringe Benefit Statements * * Required Apprentices on Public Works *

* Payroll Classifications * * Penalties for Non-Compliance *

* Prevailing Wage Changes & Updates * On-Site Construction Wage Order No.16 *

Also includes a Wage and Hour Law Update

Where: Nevada County Contractors' Association 149 Crown Point Court, Suite A

Grass Valley, CA 95945

Cost: NCCA Members: $15.00 Non-Members: $35.00

Company Name: Contact Person: Phone: Fax: Attendee: Attendee:

Fax back to (530) 274-3373 For more information contact Rhonda at (530) 274-1919 ncoffice@pacbell.net

WWoorrkksshhoopp HOW TO DO BUSINESS WITH

NEVADA COUNTY Presented by:

Mary Ross – Nevada County Purchasing Office Tom Coburn - Nevada County General Services

Friday, February 5, 2010 1:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Do You Feel Intimidated Bidding on County Projects? Come to this informative workshop and learn how to navigate the

maze of requirements!

Insurance & Bond Requirements Publicizing Construction Projects Understanding Bid Documents Informal and Small Bids under $10,000

Where: Nevada County Contractors' Association 149 Crown Point Court, Suite A

Grass Valley, CA 95945

Cost: NCCA Members: $10.00 Non-Members: $25.00

Company Name: Contact Person: Phone: Fax: Attendee: Attendee:

Fax back to (530) 274-3373

For more information contact Rhonda at (530) 274-1919 ncoffice@pacbell.net

Why Should Association Members Choose State Fund?

SCIF 13219 (Rev. 07/09) ©2009 State Compensation Insurance Fund State Compensation Insurance Fund is not a branch of the State of California.

State Fund established its first group insurance program in 1921. Since then, we have partnered with over 200 associations to provide quality service and cost-savings to association members. State Fund offers a group insurance program that covers nearly every industry in California.

The staff at State Fund are among the most experienced and professional individuals in the California insurance industry—many have more than 15 years in workers’ compensation. They are a dedicated and skilled team that is committed to delivering a wide range of services and programs at the lowest possible cost.

Through this highly qualified staff, State Fund offers:

• Special group pricing that includes 6 percent group premium discounts on top of other State Fund savings such as claims free credit and merit-rating discounts to qualified policyholders.

• Industry-specific safety services and products such as ergonomic and industrial hygiene consultations and a wide array of risk management materials. Other services include safety seminars and online resources. All are designed to assist employers in providing safe workplaces and are available at no additional cost.

• Nearly a century of expertise and experience. Since 1914, State Fund has served as a not-for-profit and self-supporting insurance carrier committed to providing fair premiums and long-term stability to all employers seeking workers’ compensation insurance.

• An extensive claims function that is comprised of our Return to Work program, Medical Provider Network, and in-house fraud investigation unit that are collectively designed to provide superior treatment and promote injury rehabilitation while keeping workers’ compensation cost down.

No matter the size of your operation or your years in business, State Fund has quality services and programs to fit your workers’ compensation needs.

Discover State Fund group insurance and a value-added discount through association membership. For more information, please contact your broker or State Fund.

Strengthin numbers

Company: _______________________________ Job Name: ____________________ Date: _____________

Tools of the Trade by Judy Kerry

State Compensation Insurance Fund For nearly every activity in construction, there’s a tool designed to do the job. Using the right tool makes it easier and safer for you to do each job. Unfortunately, many workers routinely use tools and don’t consider them dangerous, so accidents continue to happen. The greatest hazards posed by tools are from misuse and improper maintenance. It’s up to you to select the right tool for the job, use it the way it was designed, and care for it properly. A well-designed tool is easy to identify. It has just the right grip, proper weight and balance, proper fittings, dimensions, and size. There’s also a right way to use each tool which may require you to apply certain movements or pressure and specific angles or slants for the tool to perform most efficiently. If the tool is sharp, heavy or if it could generate any flying objects, proper personal protective equipment should be worn such as hand, eye or face, and foot protection. Also, when using a tool it important to be aware of workers around you, so an accident doesn’t injure them. When using any type of tool, there are some general safety practices to follow.

• Select the right tool for the job. • Inspect the tool for defects before and after use. • Keep tool guards in place. • Replace or repair broken tools and parts. • Keep tools in good condition and properly stored.

Although there are many different kinds of hand tools used in construction, here are safety tips for some of the most common tools used:

• Hammers - Use the hammer designed for the job. Use a claw hammer for carpentry work and a machinist’s hammer for machine work. Keep in mind that sledge hammers and mauls require plenty of clearance room around you, so always look behind you before beginning a back swing.

• Wrenches - When using a wrench, it’s usually safer to pull it rather than push it. When pulling down on a wrench from overhead, stand to one side so you won’t get hit or hurt if it slips coming down. If pushing the wrench is necessary, do it with an open palm. If you’re using an adjustable wrench, exert pressure toward the movable jaw. It’s safer for you to avoid using pipe extensions. It’s better to use the proper size wrench instead. Never hammer on a wrench. It could cause it to break unexpectedly.

• Saws - Keep your saw sharp and free of rust. A sharp, clean saw is less likely to bind or jump.

• Files - Never use a file without a handle. Because a file is brittle it can easily break, so don’t use a file as a pry. It’s not worth the accident risk.

•Pry bars - Make sure your feet and body are well balanced before exerting full force on the bar. Good balance can prevent you from falling and injuring yourself if the pry should slip. Whenever you’re not familiar with a tool, ask your supervisor to show you how to use it correctly. If you don’t have the right tool for a job, wait until you can get one. Improvisation may be fine for a comedian’s work but not for safe construction work.

Weekly Safety Meeting

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Employee Safety Recommendations: ______________________________________________________________________

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Meeting Attended By: ______________________________ ________________________________________________

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