Mental health in the trades industry requires proper attention. Workers in the construction and electrical trades sector have tendencies to suffer from being anxious, stressed, or depressed. The heavy and physically demanding nature of their jobs could take a toll…
Joining forces, the Girl Scouts River Valleys, Power Partner MN, the St. Paul Chapter NECA, and the St. Paul JATC recently hosted another highly successful Power Girls Day event. This exciting initiative provided a unique platform for Girl Scouts…
Women in Construction Week seeks to advance and promote having more women in the industry. It’s dedicated to breaking the barriers of women wanting to join the construction sector as their chosen career path. Happening from March 5-11, 2023, this…
Black History Month is a nod to the achievement of African Americans in building the nation. The celebration highlights the significant contribution of several generations of African Americans, both past and present. It is during Black History Month that African…
There are many different fields of specialization for an electrician. Although they generally have the same knowledge and training, some focus on residential electrical work. The job duties of a residential electrician are mainly for single-family and multi-family properties. Residential…
Apprenticeship programs are vital to the labor and business community. It’s a win-win situation for apprentices looking to train and the companies that are finding staff to work and train under them. This is why from November 14-20, 2022, National…
An important aspect of electrical safety that needs proper attention is the state of the mental health of the electricians and tradesmen. It is critical to the safety of workers doing their jobs onsite. Working in hazardous jobs means electricians…
One of the things to consider about electrical safety is to take a look at your existing equipment and call an electrician if you see problems. That is to do safety checks before any major incidents happen inside a property…
Skilled trades have a vital role in our daily lives. From repairing cars, installing plumbing systems, setting up electrical structures, providing medical services – all of these job responsibilities and more have been carrying the fundamental needs of our society.…
April is Distracted Driver Awareness Month – a nationwide observance seeking to promote responsible driving. It is one of the concerns for road electrician safety that this month’s observation aims to highlight more in keeping drivers safe. Among the primary…