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Texas Works to Recover From Plumbing Crisis

The demand for plumbers remains strong in the wake of February’s severe winter storm, and groups like Water Mission and Plumbers Without Borders are trying to take some of the burden off of local contractors

Visit https://www.plumbermag.com/how-to-articles/residential-texas-plumbing-service/texas-works-to-recover-from-plumbing-crisis to view the full article online.

HR Question of the Month

What is the responsibility of the employer when a newly hired employee provides I-9 documentation that shows two different surnames? Specifically, a driver's license and a Social Security card that do not match. The employee states that the SS card has her maiden name and her driver's license has her married name.

Visit https://www.federatedinsurance.com/posts/HR-question-of-the-month/2021-03-hrqom-i-9-documentation to view the full article online.

Don’t Race to the Bottom

What you may have done 10 years ago was a distinguishing factor to set you apart, but today, great is not good enough.

Visit https://www.contractormag.com/management/marketing/article/21157214/dont-race-to-the-bottom to view the full article online.

Everything You Need to Strengthen Your Business — Now and in the Future

As a member of the PHCC community, you plug into a powerful network of valuable resources and contractors at the local, state and national level — plus our own PHCC Educational Foundation — offering the knowledge, tools, programs and services you need to succeed.

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/pdf/PHCC-National-Association-2021-Member-Benefits-Flyer.pdf to view the full article online.

CLEAREST INSPECTIONS. EASIEST INSPECTION. Introducing New MILWAUKEE® Pipeline Inspection Tools

The MILWAUKEE® Modular Pipeline Inspection System sets the standard in sewer inspection by providing the industry's Clearest Image, Easiest Inspections. A 1080p HD self-leveling camera head provides you with the ability to digitally zoom 4X and pan, making it possible to see more than ever before in drain lines.

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Education

Education Foundation Management Workshops

The PHCC Foundation’s management workshops are intensive and highly interactive training sessions designed to show everyone involved in a p-h-c project (owners, senior managers, project managers, estimators, foremen and job superintendents) how common-sense changes to the way projects are managed can boost productivity, slash waste and add more profit to the company’s bottom line.

Visit https://www.phccfoundation.org/foundation/essentials/ to view the full article online.

Industry Partner Training

Do you know which product is the right product for a job? Do you know how to troubleshoot issues? Manufacturers provide the products and services that are critical to your success. Whether you are learning how a product works, getting product updates, or trying to select the right product for a job – direct education from the manufacturer will help you make these decisions in a timely and informed way.

Visit https://www.phccweb.org/partner-training/ to view the full article online.

On Demand Education for Business Owners and Employees

Access our catalog for specialized online business management training.

Visit https://naphcc.myabsorb.com/#/catalog to view the full article online.

Legislative Updates

PHCC Legislative & Regulatory Tracking Center

The PHCC Legislative & Regulatory Tracking Center allows PHCC members and chapter leaders to track and monitor active bills and regulations. Click the link and find your region for a quick glimpse of the bills and regulations (such as licensing, workforce development, small business and more) that impact you, your business, and your family.

Visit https://www.phccweb.org/policy-advocacy/phcc-legislative-regulatory-tracking-center/ to view the full article online.

Membership

Join the Community that Means Business

Built on a commitment to excellence in the plumbing-heating-cooling industry, PHCC provides the best education, advocacy and connections. It’s everything you need to strengthen your business—now and in the future. PHCC gives you the power to succeed because we mean business.

Visit https://eweb.phccweb.org/eweb/DynamicPage.aspx?Site=PHCC2014&webcode=bneMemReqInfo&action=add to view the full article online.

Upcoming Events

PHCC 2021 Legislative Conference May 25 - 26, 2021

Save the Date!

The 2021 PHCC Legislative Conference will take place May 25-26, 2021 in Washington, D.C. More details to come as we get closer to the event. In the meantime, check out the PHCC Advocate newsletter and PHCC social media channels for the latest news about advocacy efforts underway on your behalf.

Visit https://www.phccweb.org/news-category/advocacy/ to view the full article online.

Live Online PLBG CE: 4/6/21 & 4/8/21 (Reeves)

This course is designed to help Plumbing Contractors fulfill their continuing education requirements with the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners. This course fulfills the TSBPE 6 Hr Cont Ed requirement for 2020-2021 (registrations and licenses expiring Sept 30, 2020-Aug 31, 2021).

Visit https://phcc-tx.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1450018&group= to view the full article online.

Live Online PLBG CE: 4/17/21 (Saenz)

Visit https://phcc-tx.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1450366&group= to view the full article online.

Benefits

Vehicle Cameras – Why More Contractors Are Using Them (March 31, 2021)

This webinar is *FREE* to PHCC members and $29 for non members.
Learn how contractors successfully use cameras and other technology in their vehicles to both make their technicians better drivers and protect their company from unwarranted litigation. A live demo will illustrate how contractors are successfully using cameras along with artificial intelligence to ensure the safety and productivity of their fleets.

Visit https://www.phccweb.org/event/vehicle-cameras-why-more-contractors-are-using-them/ to view the full article online.

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