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MN DLI Unveils Captive Audience Poster
NEW REQUIRED POSTER as of OCTOBER 1, 2024! As part of the May 2024 legislative session, the legislature added a provision to the law requiring the commissioner of labor and industry to develop an educational poster displaying the rights of employees pursuant to the Captive Audience law. Keep reading for links to the poster.
Stay Competitive! 2025 Wage & Benefit Report Survey Now Open
We are now collecting data for our 2025 Wage & Benefit Report! By participating, you’ll receive a free copy of the report in April, providing you with crucial insights to help shape your employment packages and stay competitive in the industry. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable data that will keep you ahead in a rapidly changing market.
Compliance With Recent Minnesota Legislation
Peters, Revnew, Kappenman & Anderson, P.A®
With the January 1, 2024, implementation of the earned sick and safe time legislation and all of the other recently enacted employment-related legislation in Minnesota, it’s important to ensure your company’s policies and handbooks are in compliance with all the new laws. If you have not updated your handbook this year, your company is almost certainly not in compliance.

Contact Martin Kappenman at 952.921.4603 or mkappenman@pklaborlaw.com for policy/handbook review or questions regarding any employment-related concerns. 
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Education and NEC
2025 Education Calendar Announced
MASTERS—Your licenses expire in February! The slow winter season is around the corner, and it's the perfect time to get your CEs scheduled. We are accepting registrations now for our 2025 courses. Designed specifically for electrical professionals, our program offers a range of topics that cover the 2023 NEC. Join us for training, networking opportunities, and valuable insights that will keep you ahead in our ever changing industry. Secure your spot today!
Keeping Your Employees Safe: Best Practices in Electrical Work
As a contractor or business owner in the electrical industry, the safety of your employees is paramount. Not only does it protect your team from potentially life-threatening injuries, but it also ensures compliance with regulations, reduces downtime, and prevents costly accidents. Creating a safe work environment involves more than just setting up protocols—it means fostering a culture of safety that actively prevents incidents. Here are key safety best practices every contractor should implement to keep their employees safe on the job.
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MEMBER NEWS
Make an Impact: Calling all EA Members!
Have you ever thought about serving on the Electrical Association’s Board of Directors? Joining a non-profit Board is a great way to boost your career. You will build your leadership skills while giving back to the community.
Safety and Compliance
New Blog: Virtual Inspections: An Evolving Landscape in the Electrical Industry
Read our latest blog that addresses some common questions and concerns regarding virtual inspections. Thank you to Dean Hunter and John McNamara, who were consulted for the creation of this article. 
Strengthening Client Relationships During National Fire Prevention Month
Over the years, we have built close relationships and a strong degree of trust with our electrical clients. Many rely on us for expert, honest work at a fair price, often without requiring a firm cost quotation.
Federated HR Question of the Month
With the start of the school year, multiple employees have requested to use FMLA leave to take care of their children when they have days off from school. Are we required to provide them with FMLA leave for regular childcare reasons?
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Workforce News
Lake Street Works: Empowering the Next Generation with Skills, Confidence, and Opportunity
Lake Street Works is more than a vocational training program for high school seniors in South Minneapolis—it’s a lifeline for young people seeking a better future. Through hands-on trade skills and personal development, the program empowers students to overcome challenges, build confidence, and create lasting career opportunities.