Second Quarter 2011 - IATSE Local 8 Philadelphia

PPictured here are twogroups of riggers from Local675, Eugene, Oregon andLocal 28, Portland, Oregon,participating in an ETCPArena Rigging prep class.The two days of classeswere taught by Dick DeLay,Training Coordinator, for theWestern Washington TheatricalTraining Trust.ETCP Arena Rigger StudyGroup, February 18, 2011:Local 28 members RobertBrackensick, Justin Brady,Michaelle Brummett,James Burbach, DanielCook, Michael Gosenski,Mike Hansen, Matt Harris,Geoff Keller, Ron Lawler,Marc Melo, MartinRugger, Aaron ZinderOregon Locals Participatein ETCP Prep ClassETCP Arena Rigger Study Group, February 19, 2011. Local 28 members: James Burbach, MikeBurgess, Conrad Burmester, Jason Hildner, Zach Mathison, Bill Northcutt, Jona Stagg.Local 675 members: Jon Conlon, Randy Haffner, Kimball Holleway, Andreas RossbergENTERTAINMENT TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION PROGRAM UPDATE (ETCP)ETCP Certification is a fundamental aide to employers who are looking forqualified technicians for lead positions. It guarantees a reliable level of expertiseand skills because the exams are specific to this industry and a fair assessmentof your knowledge. Don’t delay in getting your certification.All three ETCP examinations will be given at the October 2011 LDI showin Orlando, FL. The entertainment electrician exam is scheduled for Friday,October 27th; the arena rigging exam is to be given the morning of Saturday,October 28th and the theatre rigging exam is scheduled for that afternoon.Candidates who wish to take multiple exams will receive a discount for thesecond exam. Interested applicants must submit their application, alongwith supporting materials and fee, to the ETCP office no later than September29, 2011.Important Message for All Locals Union OfficersSave the DateSeattle Locals Attend Training SessionMembers from Seattle, WashingtonIATSE Locals 15 and 887took a moment to have theirpicture taken. Some 17 memberswent through a 3-day trainingsession, for class room trainers.Teachers from North and SouthSeattle Community Colleges providedthe training. The WesternWashington Theatrical TrainingTrusts Training Coordinator DickDelay (IATSE Local 15), madesure it was a success.An IATSE Education Seminar will be held in conjunction withthe 2011 Mid-Summer General Executive Board MeetingWednesday, July 27, 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. • Back Bay Ballroom A, Sheraton Boston HotelOn Wednesday, July 27 there will be an Educational Seminar open to all representatives of Local Unions.Retired General Counsel Steven Spivak and Former Canadian Counsel Bernard Fishbein will give a talk on “TheHistory of the IATSE”. This seminar will be held in the Back Bay Ballroom A of the Sheraton Boston Hotel from1:00 to 2:30 pm.As members and leaders of our locals, it is important to remember that our past is prologue to the battles we fighttoday. Many of the terms and conditions now enjoyed by IATSE members in the United States and Canada were securedonly after hard-fought battles. Knowing our history will help to equip us to face the future as we meet the difficult challengeshighlighted by the current battles in Wisconsin and elsewhere. All are welcome and encouraged to attend.16 O official Bulletin Second Quarter 2011 17