Nevada Builders Members - 

As part of our ongoing advocacy, NBA monitors state, county and local meetings that could have an impact on our industry. Of note, the State Contractors Board's Commission on Construction Education is discussing new regulations to allow more access to grant opportunities for construction education. We are excited about the prospect of expanding trade education. If you have any questions about our advocacy efforts, or issues that pertain to our industry, please do not hesitate to reach out.

Next up on our calendar, we have a financial wellness event in partnership with Greater Nevada Credit Union in May, and the Foundation's Inaugural Golf Tournament in June. For more information see below, or visit: NevadaBuilders.org. We hope to see you at both outstanding events.

Best, 

Glen Martel, CEO

Action Electric (Sparks), Artistry Building Group (Reno) Bighorn Plumbing (Carson City), Carson Valley Cabinets (Minden) Charter Communications (Spectrum), D4 Construction (Fallon), Excel Mechanical (Las Vegas), Herrick & O'Herron (North Las Vegas) JWC (Carson City), Llamas Construction (Carson City), Master Framing & Drywall (Las Vegas), Prestige Framing (Las Vegas), Riffs Construction (Reno), and T&V Plaster (Las Vegas).

Construction is the deadliest trade for falls from height. In 2022, 865 Americans (including 7 Nevadans) died from a workplace fall. Nevada Builders Alliance members should join a focused effort next month to reverse this unacceptable trend.

May 6-10 marks the National Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction, a partnership between industry, non-profits, and government. The campaign’s main resource website is StopConstructionFalls.com, and has resources for contractors of all sizes, and at any point on their fall prevention journey. Every resource is available at no charge, including ordering hard hat stickers and handout materials. Digital resources include toolbox talks, infographics, videos, mobile apps, and written fall prevention plans. The entire site is available in English and Spanish. Any contractor should be able to find at least one ready-to-use resource on the campaign website.

PGM Safety Services is a key risk management partner for many Nevada Builders Alliance members and is gearing up for Campaign efforts this year as well. All PGM Safety Services personnel complete initial and refresher 24-hour Fall Prevention Competent Person training, to maintain preparedness to engage this hazard. NBA contractors who are also Pro Group members should watch their inbox and member website for announcements of additional PGM Safety Services resources and field assistance for the Stand-Down.

Whatever level your company participates at, use OSHA’s campaign reporting tool to document your efforts (the page usually goes live in mid-April). This data will show the Stand-Down that Nevada builders are committed to making 2024 the year that fewer workers die from falls, instead of the trend continuing upward. Please share Stand-Down activities and success stories to info@pgmss.com if you don’t complete the OSHA form.

For more information on fall prevention and protection, or any other safety questions or concerns, please contact PGM Safety Services, an affiliate company of Pro Group Management. We will be happy to assist when you visit us at www.pgmnv.com or call (800) 859-3177.  

Health Insurance Your Employees Can Count On!

Through a partnership with Prominence, Nevada Builders Alliance offers competitive health insurance options with affordable monthly premiums and access to a vast provider network throughout Nevada.

With seven health plans to choose from, enrollment isn’t limited, and with a statewide network and comprehensive medical coverage, your company can offer a robust health package that will help attract and retain valuable employee talent. 

Renewing your existing coverage? Prominence has made it simple! All plans are available once again for the upcoming year for an easy and convenient renewal. And don’t forget, POS and PPO plans include out-of-area network access for those employees or family members who live, work or travel out-of-state.

Enroll anytime! You don’t have to wait for your annual renewal month to enroll – take the driver’s seat when it comes to your employment benefit package and make a change today that will positively impact employee satisfaction.

Get more information today! Visit www.prominencehealthplan.com/ahp to request more information about Association Health Plans or contact your insurance broker and ask for plans from Prominence.