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2023 Awards of Excellence

PHCC Texas is excited to announce the expansion of the 2023 Awards Program at our Annual Conference. In efforts to recognize the positive impacts made in the plumbing, heating and cooling industry, PHCC Texas members are eligible to submit nominations for the following awards: 

- Contractor of the Year
- Excellence in Workforce Development
- Excellence in Administration/Operations
- Excellence in Advocacy
- Excellence in Industry Leadership


Visit https://phcc-tx.org/page/awards to view the full article online.

 
2023 Annual Conference | Sponsorships and Registration Now Open
  
Join us in San Antonio at the Hyatt Hill Country Resort to hear from experts on industry and business-related trends, visit with vendors, and connect with colleagues at this can't-miss event specifically designed for contractors and industry leaders.

 

In addition to timely and turnkey educational sessions, featured events will include our Golf Tournament benefitting PHCC-TX's scholarship program, the 2023 Apprentice Contest, our annual business meeting and awards luncheon, and evening receptions and entertainment. Featured sessions include TSBPE and legislative updates, a workforce panel discussion, working with your inspector best practices, and new product technologies. 

 

The family-friendly resort offers plenty of space to relax, unwind, play, and reconnect, from the 5-acre water park with lazy river, multiple pools and a waterslide, to biking, nature trails, golf, tennis, sand volleyball and more.

Visit https://phcc-tx.org/page/conference to view the full article online.

Creating Super Foremen — A Workshop for the First Line of Management
Industry expert Kirk Alter will give attendees the tools they need to use on every project to keep the game running smoothly by providing the field workforce with the equipment, materials and information they need to keep productivity and profits at maximum. Attendees learn the rules of the construction game – and how to play to win it! Space is limited. 

Visit https://phcc-tx.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1732231&group= to view the full article online.

 
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Apprentice Contest Application Window Now Open
Attention all aspiring plumbers! Are you ready to showcase your skills and compete with the best of the best? The 2023 Apprentice Contest will take place in the exhibit hall of our annual convention where you will have the chance to demonstrate your technical knowledge and problem-solving abilities. This is an opportunity to prove yourself as a rising star, gain valuable experience and exposure, and compete to represent Texas on a national stage! Submit your application by June 9th! 

Visit https://phcc-tx.org/page/contest to view the full article online.

 
New 2023 Training Dates Added
  
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Visit https://phcc-tx.org/page/training to view the full article online.

Are Your Company Drivers Addicted to their Cell Phones?
  
Cell phone addiction is real. Are your employees among the 47 percent of Americans who can’t keep their hands and minds off their phones on the road? If you can’t definitively answer that question, it’s time to take action. 

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/articles/index.asp?aid=780611&issueID=94921 to view the full article online.

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Passing an OSHA Inspection
Attorney Rick Alaniz provides guidance for employers in approaching OSHA inspections.


It is a fundamental right of every employee to be safe in the workplace, and workplace safety is closely monitored by the Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) – a branch of the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL). For more than 50 years, OSHA has issued rules and guidelines, generally referred to as “standards,” intended to improve workplace safety. Employer compliance with these standards is enforced through OSHA workplace inspections and audits. The agency conducts thousands each year and the inspections and audits serve as the primary process whereby OSHA identifies safety hazards and unsafe practices in workplaces.

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/articles/index.asp?aid=780613&issueID=94921 to view the full article online.

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Education
TSBPE Resource Hub
  
The Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners has been working diligently to improve processes, communicate updates that impact plumbing licensees in Texas and revise Board Rules. With so much new information coming down the pike, we've compiled these updates online for you! 

4/24/23 Update: Notice of New TSBPE Portal Feature: Exam Applicant Schedule Letter 

Visit https://phcc-tx.org/page/tsbpe to view the full article online.

 

Visit https://phcc-tx.org/blogpost/2021392/488218/Announcing-the-2023-PHCC-Texas-Scholarship-Recipients to view the full article online.

 
TSBPE Partners with the TWC to Get High School Initiative off the Ground
  
Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners, acting on the authority granted by the legislature, has paved the way for students who successfully complete a high school/trade school program to immediately test to become licensed tradesman plumbers.


Texas Workforce Commission's Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) Program supports those efforts by providing funds for training equipment supporting in-demand occupations like plumbing. The JET Program provides grants to public junior, state and technical colleges, open enrollment charter schools, and school districts to purchase and install equipment for the development of career and technical education courses or programs that lead to a license, certificate or postsecondary degree in a high-demand occupation.

Visit https://tsbpe.texas.gov/twc-jetgrants/?fbclid=IwAR2RkWMveIOnFuyqbj9_MhNfskDF8Jk5_AFokt7vlCNpIXUuxNdqLh7yFpU to view the full article online.

Digital Plumbing CE Correspondence Option
  
In a rush? Our digital correspondence option is the quickest way to complete your CE. Students will receive a digital copy of our book and an open-book 150-question exam that you can take at your own pace. There are two options when choosing the most recent correspondence courses: Digital Only and Standard.

 

When choosing the Digital Only option, you will receive a link to download the course and can get started right away! When choosing the Standard option, we also ship you a packet (USPS Priority) with a physical copy of the book and all course materials.

  

Please note: correspondence testing is not an option for students looking to rank up to a Tradesman or Journeyman license, but is a viable option for renewals. 

Visit https://phcc-tx.org/store/default.aspx to view the full article online.

The Importance of Business Succession Planning
  
One of the first questions that needs to be considered when thinking about your business succession plan is who is going to take over your business. For some business owners, it might be a child who has been working in the business and is ready and willing to step in at any time. Others may have a key employee with years of service who has expressed an interest in taking over. 

 

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/articles/index.asp?aid=780614&issueID=94921 to view the full article online.

Exercising In the Office?
  
Question of the Month: One of our employees brought medicine balls and other fitness equipment to his office. He is exercising in his office before and after work hours. Should we allow him to continue doing this? Are there any risks for us?

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/articles/index.asp?aid=780612&issueID=94921 to view the full article online.

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Legislative Updates
 

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/articles/index.asp?aid=780274&issueID=94921 to view the full article online.

Texas Legislature 2023
  
The 88th Legislature’s regular session convened on January 10 and will continue through May 29, 2023. We are closely following bills that may impact your business. To keep you informed, PHCC Texas is sending weekly reports to keep you informed on the 88th Texas Legislature. Interested in receiving this newsletter? Please contact communications@phcc-tx.org to be added to distribution.

Visit https://phcc-tx.org/page/BillTracker to view the full article online.

Membership
PHCC Texas Plumbers are Preferred Plumbers
  
Home and business owners go to great lengths to minimize damage and ensure their plumbing systems are safe, efficient and sustainable. When exploring options for installations, repairs or upgrades, maintain peace of mind by hiring licensed. While there's no guarantee that everything will go exactly as planned, hiring a licensed professional will provide increased assurance of protection. 


Members of PHCC Texas are licensed by the State of Texas and the public can be confident that they will be employing someone with the necessary skills and commitment to high standards.

Visit https://phcc-tx.org/blogpost/2021392/484173/PHCC-TEXAS-PLUMBERS-ARE-PREFFERED-PLUMBERS to view the full article online.

 

 

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Upcoming Events
San Antonio Chapter: 10th Annual Golf Tournament
Thursday, May 11

8 AM - 5 PM 

Brackenridge Golf Course
Registration Required 

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/articles/index.asp?aid=780627&issueID=94921 to view the full article online.

Gulf Coast Chapter: Annual Clay Shoot
Thursday, May 11

Sponsorships Available
1:30 -  5:30 PM
Greater Houston Sports Club

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/articles/index.asp?aid=780628&issueID=94921 to view the full article online.

North Texas Chapter: Lunch & Learn
Tuesday, May 16
Let’s Get Serious: Don’t Let Your Business Go Down The Drain

11:30 AM - 1 PM 
Service Nation (750 Canyon Drive, Ste. 230 Coppell 75019)

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/articles/index.asp?aid=780624&issueID=94921 to view the full article online.

San Antonio Chapter: June Membership Meeting
Thursday, June 7
11 AM until 1 PM
Location TBD

 

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/articles/index.asp?aid=780623&issueID=94921 to view the full article online.

Creating Super Foremen — A Workshop for the First Line of Management
Industry expert Kirk Alter will give attendees the tools they need to use on every project to keep the game running smoothly by providing the field workforce with the equipment, materials and information they need to keep productivity and profits at maximum. Attendees learn the rules of the construction game – and how to play to win it!

June 30, 2023 | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
PHCC Texas
145 Trademark Dr. | Buda, Texas 78610

 


WHO SHOULD ATTEND:

Foremen, Superintendents, Subcontractor Business Owners & the Managers Who Support the Field Crews

 


Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/articles/index.asp?aid=780922&issueID=94921 to view the full article online.

San Antonio Chapter: Apprenticeship Graduation
  
Thursday, July 13

11 AM - 1 PM
10th Anniversary of the Program

Visit https://www.phcc-sanantonio.org/content.aspx?page_id=4002&club_id=610461&item_id=1868674 to view the full article online.

PHCC/ASPE/IAPMO Mixer and Summer Social
Thursday, July 13

4:30 - 7:30 PM 

Free for Contractors 

Champions Marketing - Conroe, TX

21261 Blair Rd Bld 24
Learn More and Register!

Visit https://www.gulfcoastphcc.org/content.aspx?page_id=4002&club_id=61655&item_id=1953194 to view the full article online.

PHCC Texas Scholarship Scramble
Wednesday, August 2nd | 8 AM Shotgun Start


Golf tournament benefitting PHCC Texas Scholarship Fund

Hill Country Golf Club | San Antonio Texas
9800 Hyatt Resort Dr.

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/articles/index.asp?aid=780629&issueID=94921 to view the full article online.

PHCC Annual Conference
  
August 2-4, 2023 
Registration now open! 
San Antonio, Texas | Hyatt Hill Country Resort 

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/articles/index.asp?aid=780630&issueID=94921 to view the full article online.

Benefits
Call A Doctor Plus: Teladoc Telemedicine
  
Finding the best employees – full-time, part-time, or contract labor is tougher than ever. Learn more about the newest PHCC Texas member benefit, stand-alone Teladoc Telemedicine. Take advantage of a more healthy, present, and loyal workforce – all at PHCC Texas members-only group pricing.

 

Visit https://phcc-tx.org/page/doctor to view the full article online.

PHCC Texas Member Exclusive: ExxonMobil BusinessPro Program
  
Fueling solutions for business: streamline how you manage your company’s fuel expenses. The more your employees fuel at Exxon and Mobil, the more they maximize your rebates. 

 

For questions and/or to start an application, call (443) 668-8425 or email Juan Munoz.

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/pdf/PHCC_Texas_ExxonMobil_Rebates.pdf to view the full article online.

Canon Partner Program: Powering P-H-C Contractors with Trusted, Affordable Technology
“Best People and Best Practices” deserve the best technology. With over 300 Texas PHCC members, reliable technology should be available to streamline processes and simplify the nature of the business.

Visit https://cdn.ymaws.com/phcc-tx.org/resource/resmgr/files/PHCC_-Canon_Catalog.pdf 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-TX_2021_Member_Benefits_Flyer_RENEW_Today.pdf to view the full article online.