Northern California Engineering Contractors Association

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Safety Related Paperwork

Safety is often associated with paperwork in many workplaces. While many employees dislike the fact that there is so
much paperwork involved in workplace safety, it is often necessary to have it.

Paperwork communicates safety requirements, describes work processes, communicates hazards, tracks near misses,
investigates losses, and serves many more purposes. It is an important part of the overall safety program at a
company.

Click HERE to read more.

Volunteer at the Warehouse –Smith Dollar Team – “No One Should Be Hungry”

Tuesday, May 13th arrival 1:45pm volunteer work 2:00-4:00pm.

Sign up though emailing hgiesea@smithdollar.com by Friday May 9th. If you are bringing a family member or friend to volunteer, please make sure to include their full name and email address for registration. Please read important Volunteering information below before Tuesday. There is also a Bowling and Pizza Team Event starting right after our volunteer shift at the Epicenter, so talk to your teammates and let me know if you want to sign up. See more info at #3 below.

See other ways to support the Team and/or Participate:

  1. Food From The Bar Game Points – Food & Funds Drive Poster Most Needed Items (attachments)
  2. Click here http://give.refb.org/team/653017 to make your donation and feel welcome to share this link with others.
  3. Tuesday May 13th Spaulding McCullough and Tansil’s Bowl & Donate 5:00-7:00pm at the Epicenter. We sign up as a Team.Time: 5:45 PM & 7:00 PM | Location: Poppy Bank EpicenterPlease choose your requested start time, and if you would like Bowling and Pizza, or just Bowling. Each reservation is for one hour. 50% of all reservation purchases will be donated back to the Redwood Empire Food Bank.

4.  Tuesday May 20th Beyers Costin Simon’s Bingo Night 6:00-8:00pm.

Join us for a fun-filled evening at Shady Oak Brewing Company (420 1st Street, Santa Rosa) on behalf of the Redwood Empire Food Bank! Bingo runs from 6–8 PM, with great food, drinks, and raffle prizes throughout the night. Come early to grab a bite from the food truck, check out raffle items, and enjoy a brew—Shady Oak is generously donating 10% of sales!

5.  Tuesday May 27th Abbey Weitzenberg Warren and Emery Cornhole Tournament. We sign up as a Team.

Join us at the Redwood Empire Food Bank on Tuesday, May 27 from 5:30–7:30 PM for an evening of friendly competition, tacos, and local wine! Hosted by Abbey Weitzenberg Warren & Emery, this cornhole tournament is sure to be a good time.

Please read following information before Volunteering at the Warehouse:

As a Warehouse Volunteer at our Distribution Center, you’ll play a vital role in our operations by sorting and packaging fresh fruits and vegetables, assembling grocery boxes for seniors, and organizing donated non-perishable items for distribution to our neighbors in need.

Volunteer Shift Registration

  • All volunteers, including children, must register individually before their shift. We welcome volunteers of all ages! However, since our Distribution Center is an active workspace, please use discretion when bringing young children. Volunteers aged 14 and older may participate without a parent or guardian.
  • To be fully prepared, we require all volunteers to review our Volunteer Handbook, which covers key details on volunteering with groups/teams, policies, and FAQs.
  • We value respect, fairness, and kindness—negative remarks or harassment will not be tolerated.
  • Tracking your hours? Visit our Verifying Hours page for step-by-step instructions.

Before You Arrive & What to Expect

  • Closed-toed shoes are required. We also recommend wear layered clothing—our Distribution Center can be chilly and don’t forget to bring a water bottle.
  • Please arrive on time and check-in at the kiosk in the lobby and wait for your shift to begin. Late arrivals may be asked to return on another day for safety and staffing reasons.
  • If you’re interested in a tour of our facility, they will be available at the end of the 10 AM and 2 PM shifts.

Location – Redwood Empire Food Bank Distribution Center, 3990 Brickway Blvd. Santa Rosa, CA 95403

Click HERE on food collection

Four Focus Items for Work Area Inspections

Work area inspections are an important basic safe work practice that should be done before beginning a task. In general industry, there are many work areas that remain the same day in and day out. On the other hand, there are areas that we work in that are constantly changing.

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Diesel Exhaust Dangers and Safeguards

On construction sites, mines, and other types of work sites, diesel engines are used frequently. Diesel engines power everything from water pumps to heavy equipment that allows for day-to-day activities to be completed efficiently.

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The Danger of High Winds on a Construction Site

Weather plays a huge role in our ability to work safely when working outdoors. While rain, snow, ice, and
hot temperatures are often discussed, less focus is given to the hazards wind can create for workers. It is
important to realize the different hazards high winds can pose and what can be done to work safely in
these conditions.

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LADDER SAFETY

When attempting to reach something at an inaccessible height it may seem easier to use a replacement for a ladder such as furniture, but it is not worth the potential danger.

Statistics show that every year about 30,000 people will be incapacitated by ladders and replacement involved accidents.

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BACK SPRAINS AND STRAINS

You may not be aware, but the most commonly experienced workplace injury is also the most avoidable.

50% of US employees are expected to experience physical damage to their lower back at some point. Even if you believe you are not susceptible to back damage where you work, it is important to reassess.

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Watch Out for Those Electrical Arcs!

The potential danger of getting shocked is not the only peril when working in an environment with electrical devices. Arcs are miniscule, spark-like upsurges of voltage that occur when a current’s flow is disrupted, such as in the occasion of a short circuit.

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Storing Incompatible Chemicals

When storing dangerous chemicals in the workplace it is important to know about the hazards of chemicals that are volatile when exposed to others. The types of chemicals listed below are incompatible with other industrial chemicals.

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Job Posting

HR Assistant Needed for a Busy Trucking Company

Duties:

– Perform clerical tasks such as maintain employee files per DOT requirements; onboarding of new employees, drug & alcohol enrollment & testing, medical clearance
– Provide personal assistant support to managers
– Must be computer knowledgeable and comfortable with Word and Excel.
– Perform general office duties such as filing, photocopying, and organizing documents

Qualifications:

– Previous experience as a human resources assistant or in a similar role is preferred
– Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
– Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
– Strong written and verbal communication skill- Bilingual preferred but not required
– Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively. Must be a team player.
– Professional demeanor and ability to maintain confidentiality
– Mac experience helpful, but not required.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, enjoys overall office work, and is looking for long term employment. Part-time position with the potential to go to Full-time.

Please submit your resume along with a cover letter detailing your relevant experience to be considered for this role.

Job Type: Part-time with a potential for full time

Expected hours: 30 per week

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off

Vision insurance

Schedule: Monday to Friday ~ Work Location: In person

Contact: Mary Valdivia, Valdivia Trucking
(707) 836-4124 office
valdiviatrucking29@gmail.com