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Volume 13, Number 4 • <strong>Winter</strong> <strong>2017</strong><br />
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CONTENTS<br />
<strong>Winter</strong> <strong>2017</strong> Volume 13 Number 4<br />
MPMCA President’s Message – Chad Myers.....................................6<br />
Save the Date: MPMCA <strong>Mechanical</strong> Expo.......................... .............19<br />
Safety Pays – Specialty <strong>Contractor</strong>s Workers Compensation<br />
Group Program..................................................................................20-21<br />
Network and Learn at the 2018 <strong>Mechanical</strong> Expo....................... 22<br />
Forces of Nature – You Need a Disaster Plan................................. 24<br />
MPMCA Code Book Order Form......................................................... 25<br />
MPMCA <strong>2017</strong> Membership Application.......................................... 26<br />
MPMCA Associate Membership Application................................. 27<br />
MPMCA Backflow Preventer Testing Seminars.......................28-29<br />
MPMCA/ASSE Backflow Recertification....................................30-31<br />
LOCAL ASSOCIATIONS<br />
Greater <strong>Michigan</strong> PMCA....................................................................8-10<br />
Flint <strong>Michigan</strong> PMCA..............................................................................11<br />
MCA Detroit...............................................................................................12<br />
Bay Area Association..............................................................................14<br />
Mid-<strong>Michigan</strong> MCA.................................................................................16<br />
Western <strong>Michigan</strong> MCA........................................................................18<br />
ADVERTISER INDEX<br />
Bradford White...............................................................13<br />
FastEst..............................................................................17<br />
Federated Insurance ....................................................17<br />
Ferguson.........................................................................19<br />
Kolbi Pipe Marker..........................................................17<br />
Liberty Pumps................................................................32<br />
Metropolitan Industries.........................................Insert<br />
<strong>Michigan</strong> Electric Cooperative Association ..................15<br />
<strong>Michigan</strong> Propane Gas Association..............................3<br />
R.L. Deppmann................................................................6<br />
Rheem................................................................................7<br />
Robertson Heating Supply............................................2<br />
T&S Brass.........................................................................15<br />
Taco..................................................................................23<br />
Test Gauge Inc..................................................................5<br />
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MICHIGAN PLUMBING & MECHANICAL<br />
CONTRACTOR MAGAZINE<br />
The Official Publication of the <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>Plumbing</strong> &<br />
<strong>Mechanical</strong> <strong>Contractor</strong>s Association<br />
PO Box 13100<br />
Lansing, MI 48901<br />
Phone: 517-484-5500<br />
Fax: 517-484-5225<br />
Email: info@mpmca.org<br />
Website: www.mpmca.org<br />
Executive Director<br />
Cynthia H. Maher, CAE<br />
Editor<br />
Cynthia H. Maher, CAE<br />
MPMCA Executive Committee<br />
President: Chad Myers<br />
Vice President: James Dornbrock<br />
Secretary: Kyle Mausolf<br />
Treasurer: Nancy Cummins<br />
MPMCA Board of Directors<br />
Bay Area Association: Mark Katz<br />
Flint: Greg Pfeiffer<br />
Greater MI PMCA: Jim Dornbrock<br />
MCA Detroit: James Bruner<br />
Mid-MI MCA: Chad Myers<br />
Northwestern: Cliff Sedlacek<br />
South Macomb: Paul Bradley<br />
Southwestern: To Be Appointed<br />
Thumb Area: Kent Shetler<br />
West MI MCA: Scott VanderHyde<br />
West MI PHCCA: William Feenstra<br />
Western Wayne: Mark Ratliff<br />
NAPHCC (National): Brad Isley<br />
MMCA Officers<br />
President: Dominic Goyette<br />
Vice President: Rick Ekkens<br />
Secretary/Treasurer: Nancy<br />
Cummins<br />
Edited and published quarterly under the direction and supervision of the Board of Directors of the<br />
MPMCA. Acceptance of advertising does not imply endorsement of products, services, or statements,<br />
nor does the publisher assume any responsibility for claims made by the advertisers. Copyright <strong>2017</strong><br />
<strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>Plumbing</strong> & <strong>Mechanical</strong> <strong>Contractor</strong>s Association. All Rights Reserved. No part of this<br />
publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any<br />
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permission of the <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>Plumbing</strong> & <strong>Mechanical</strong> <strong>Contractor</strong>s Association. MPMCA has reserved<br />
the right to refuse any and all ads. For inquiries concerning this publication contact the following:<br />
<strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>Plumbing</strong> & <strong>Mechanical</strong> <strong>Contractor</strong>s Association, PO Box 13100, Lansing, MI 48901.<br />
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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE<br />
CHAD MYERS<br />
It’s hard to believe that as I’m writing this letter, winter<br />
is fast approaching. With temperatures hovering around<br />
90 degrees, it’s hard to imagine that snow will more than<br />
likely be falling in the upcoming months.<br />
We at MPMCA hope everyone had a great summer<br />
and, despite the weather, are preparing for a busy and<br />
prosperous winter.<br />
Make sure to save the date for the annual MPMCA Expo, which<br />
will be held at Soaring Eagle’s Casino and Resort. The Expo will<br />
be held on March 14, 2018, and will feature all the latest and<br />
greatest technology our industry has to offer. This is one of the<br />
largest expositions of plumbing, heating and cooling products<br />
in <strong>Michigan</strong> with over 3,000 products from more than 400<br />
manufacturers. The show is always free of charge to contractors,<br />
rep agencies, installers, inspectors, wholesalers, and engineers.<br />
Be sure to mark your calendar to get the updates on the latest<br />
products our industry has to offer. Soaring Eagle Casino and<br />
Resort will not disappoint and offers several activities including<br />
entertainment, restaurants, and gaming as well as a host of other<br />
amenities. We hope to see you and your staff there.<br />
<strong>Plumbing</strong>, Heating and Air Conditioning is probably one of the<br />
most underrated technologies in the United States. Arguably,<br />
plumbing ranks very high in lives saved over the years with<br />
clean water delivery, backflow<br />
prevention, sanitation, and<br />
filtration. Also, imagine<br />
hospitals, grocery stores, and the<br />
like with no air conditioning or<br />
refrigeration to rely on to keep<br />
patients comfortable, deliver<br />
medical gases, or keep groceries<br />
preserved. It’s hard to imagine<br />
what life would have been like<br />
just over 100 years ago with none<br />
of these technologies available or<br />
at least widely used. The next time you see a plumber, HVAC<br />
tech, or installer, be sure to thank them for making all of our<br />
lives much more enjoyable. As you make your way to the Expo<br />
in the spring, reflect on what technologies have progressed over<br />
the years and how proud we all should be to be a part of such an<br />
important trade.<br />
Please come and join us at the Expo in 2018; we hope to see you<br />
all there.<br />
Sincerely,<br />
Chad Myers<br />
MPMCA President<br />
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LOCAL ASSOCIATIONS<br />
GREATER MICHIGAN<br />
<strong>2017</strong> INSTRUCTOR TRAINING PROGRAM<br />
August 12-18 – Ann Arbor<br />
The United Association returned to the campus of Washtenaw Community College in August for the UA Instructor Training<br />
Program. What follows is a recap of some of their training activities.<br />
CLASSES<br />
Methods in Teaching Advanced Shielded Metal Arc Welding<br />
(SMAW)<br />
This train-the-trainer course, specifically designed for local union welding instructors,<br />
covered advanced pipe welding techniques used in such applications as heavy wall<br />
piping and welding alloys.<br />
The course focused on “how to teach” advanced techniques of shielded metal arc<br />
welding and process variables for a variety of materials. This course provided local<br />
unions a means of preparing their apprentices and address industry’s welding needs.<br />
Operation of the UA Trailers<br />
UA student instructors learned how to<br />
present classes utilizing the equipment and<br />
trainers contained within the UA training<br />
trailers as they apply to the mechanical and<br />
plumbing systems.<br />
Installed and serviced by UA members, UA<br />
instructors learned the best practices for<br />
teaching with the training trailers. Trailer<br />
and equipment safety, proper setup and<br />
repacking, operation of the onboard generator, audio video systems, fuel, electrical and water<br />
hookups were covered. Training trailers covered in this course were: UA <strong>Plumbing</strong> Service<br />
Demonstration Training Trailer, the UA Welder Demonstration Training Trailer, the UA<br />
Sustainable Technologies Demonstration Training Trailer, the UA Trades Demonstration<br />
Training Trailer and the UA Service Tech Mobile Lab. The training trailer event scheduling<br />
and transportation policies were covered as well.<br />
OSHA 7110: Safe Bolting Practices<br />
Bolted joints are a part of virtually every industrial process. The proper assembly of the essential connections puts UA craftsmen in<br />
close proximity with powerful tools, extreme forces, hazardous materials, elevated temperatures, and pressures, often in dangerous<br />
places. Perhaps no other piping activity demands a greater degree of safety awareness and basic “best practices’ training. This NEW<br />
class included both lecture and a practical hands-on lab. The course was designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills<br />
to safely and properly assemble bolted flange joints. The attendees learned how to<br />
inspect, assemble, and tighten bolted joint connections utilizing the industry required<br />
controlled bolting terminology, tooling and related technical areas including safety.<br />
Additionally, participants learned proficiency in power torqueing and tensioning.<br />
Course participants received an OSHA 7110 Certificate, providing them the ability<br />
to conduct bolted joint training at the local level. When this training is offered at the<br />
local training center, participating UA members will receive a UA/CPWR/Hytorc<br />
Completion Card.<br />
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Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing<br />
(PAUT) of Piping Welds<br />
GREATER MICHIGAN<br />
We are seeing more and more industrial projects using a new form of<br />
ultrasonic testing method to inspect piping welds in lieu of radiographic<br />
(x-ray) inspection. Compared with radiography, Phased Array Ultrasonic<br />
Testing (PAUT) offers the advantage of process control, as welds can<br />
be inspected soon after completion and feedback can be given rapidly<br />
to the welding crew. PAUT is superior to Radiographic Testing (RT) at<br />
finding lack of fusion defects, especially side wall lack of fusion, as well as<br />
cracks and incomplete penetration type root defects. This NEW course<br />
was designed to familiarize the participants in the basic principles behind Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing with a goal to become<br />
familiar with the displayed information and approaches to analyze test results for determining the location, size, and characterization<br />
of weld defects. In addition, the course addressed the key steps to passing PAUT weld inspections. The course curriculum included<br />
presentations, resources, and hands-on demonstrations of the PAUT equipment.<br />
LOCAL ASSOCIATIONS<br />
Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT) of Piping Welds<br />
The UA’s<br />
International<br />
Training Fund<br />
continues<br />
to increase<br />
the focus on<br />
recruiting underrepresented<br />
workers,<br />
including women, to address the growing workforce shortage<br />
and to expand opportunities for promising individuals. Their<br />
goal is to inspire women to apply for their apprenticeship<br />
programs. In an effort to inspire women to apply for the UA apprenticeship program, a Roundtable was held during the ITR. The<br />
purpose was to work jointly and help the UA find ways to overcome common misconceptions about the piping industry when it comes<br />
to recruiting women into our trade. Attendees were encouraged to give suggestions on how we can increase entering into the trades.The<br />
course curriculum included presentations, resources, and hands-on demonstrations of the PAUT equipment.<br />
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LOCAL ASSOCIATIONS<br />
GREATER MICHIGAN<br />
FERRIS CHAPTER<br />
ATTENDS MCAA’S<br />
<strong>2017</strong> GREATFUTURES<br />
FORUM<br />
MCAA’s <strong>2017</strong> GreatFutures Forum kicked off with the Futures<br />
Fest career fair on September 28th.<br />
Chapter Members pictured above with MCAA<br />
Executive Vice President John Gentile<br />
The first‐ever such event for this conference was a huge success.<br />
Representatives from almost 40 participating MCAA member<br />
companies were on hand to connect with hundreds of students.<br />
Conversation was plentiful, with discussions focused around<br />
the employment and internship opportunities available at each<br />
company. The event facilitated two matches. Cole Zeiler found his great future with HMH <strong>Contractor</strong>s, Inc. and Kenneth Bankard<br />
found his with F.E. Moran, Inc. Congratulations to MCAA members and students alike!<br />
If being hired wasn’t enough, the students each<br />
received a $500 gift card. Their employers<br />
qualified for a reward in the form of a $1,000<br />
internship grant, our way of saying “thanks”<br />
for giving a bright, well-educated future<br />
professional his or her start on a great career.<br />
Space was available throughout the conference<br />
to continue the conversations with more<br />
extensive interviews. Those hired, and those<br />
who do the hiring, qualified for the same<br />
rewards throughout the conference.<br />
Career Career Development Committee Member Jon Finch noted that<br />
MCAA’s annual career‐related conference has grown from an event<br />
with 60 attendees to this year’s more than 300. MCAA President Greg<br />
Fuller welcomed attendees to his hometown of Indianapolis, saying<br />
“I’m delighted to note that this year we have our largest attendance<br />
ever, by a wide margin.” His remarks highlighted the opportunities the<br />
mechanical industry offers, both in terms of great futures and lifelong<br />
learning available from MCAA.<br />
Greater MI MSCA Chapter Advisor Diane Calmeyn<br />
with Ferris Chapter Students<br />
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FLINT PMCA<br />
FLINT JOINT LABOR MANAGEMENT GROUP BUILD<br />
OTISVILLE SOFTBALL FOUL POLES<br />
The Flint <strong>Plumbing</strong> & <strong>Mechanical</strong> <strong>Contractor</strong>s Association in cooperation with Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 370 jointly<br />
participated in a community service program for the Otisville Public Schools. Flint PMC provided funding and UAS 370’s<br />
Apprenticeship Program, under the direction of Business Manager, Harold Harrington and Training Director Kevin Gaby directed the<br />
building of Softball Foul Poles. With a picture being worth a thousand words, the activities of the apprentices follow:<br />
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LOCAL ASSOCIATIONS<br />
MCA DETROIT<br />
MCA DETROIT’S ANNUAL GOLF EVENT<br />
The Karolak Cup took<br />
place on June 12 with Cheri<br />
Karolak as our Guest of<br />
Honor. This year’s winners<br />
of the <strong>2017</strong> Karolak Cup<br />
are: Kirk Humphrey, Keith<br />
Schatko, Terry Brouillard,<br />
and Bob Cole of The<br />
Macomb Group with a low<br />
score of 58! Longest Drive<br />
Winner: Kirk Humphrey of the Macomb Group. Closest to the Pin<br />
Winner: Kristi Tice of Fifth Third Bank Services. Longest Putt Winner:<br />
John Stelter of the John E. Green Company.<br />
PRESS CONFERENCE AT MCA<br />
DETROIT OFFICE<br />
Labor support<br />
for Mayor Mike<br />
Duggan’s re-election<br />
grows with joint<br />
endorsements from<br />
the <strong>Mechanical</strong><br />
<strong>Contractor</strong>s<br />
Association (MCA)<br />
Detroit and Plumbers Local 98. The press conference<br />
was held July 27 at the MCA Detroit office. Read the<br />
full press release and see photos on the MCA Detroit<br />
Facebook page.<br />
MCA DETROIT HOSTS PEER GROUP IN DETROIT<br />
MCA Detroit hosted a peer group in Detroit Aug. 2-4. During the visit, a peer meeting<br />
took place as well as an amazing tour of the Ford Rouge Factory in Dearborn and a tour or<br />
the MCA Detroit office with discussion of MCA Detroit’s history and operation. The group<br />
shared dinner on both Thursday and Friday nights. A listing of attendees can be found on<br />
MCA Detroit Facebook.<br />
UA INDUSTRY DAY<br />
Aug. 16 was a day to discover the latest developments in UA training and how it could enhance<br />
jobsites, from emphasizing safety to putting technology to work to promote greater productivity and<br />
efficiency. Many toured the UA Mobile Trailers filled with state-of-the-art technology in plumbing<br />
and pipefitting, the apprentice contest and classroom training. Theresa Green, Laura Kopack, and<br />
Carl Evans of MCA Detroit attended.<br />
MCA DETROIT CONFINED<br />
SPACE COURSES<br />
On Sept. 12-13, 32 total attendees had<br />
the opportunity to work with personal air<br />
monitors, harnesses, non-entry retrieval<br />
systems and ventilation equipment during<br />
confined space courses. Both lecture and<br />
the hands-on instruction were interesting<br />
and relevant to our industry. These<br />
courses were targeted at the Attendant,<br />
Entrant, and Entry Supervisor Training<br />
and were held for 8 hours and were<br />
suitable for employees who will enter<br />
permit-required confined spaces. Course<br />
instructor Stephen D. Paul, MPH, CIH,<br />
has more than 37 years of experience in<br />
the industrial health field.<br />
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LOCAL ASSOCIATIONS<br />
BAY AREA ASSOCIATION<br />
BAY AREA ASSOCIATION FALL<br />
CONFERENCE<br />
The Bay Area Association held their Annual Fall Conference<br />
the weekend of Sept. 15th at the Boyne Mountain Resort in<br />
Boyne Falls.<br />
The Fall Conference meeting was held on Saturday morning<br />
to update everyone on the status of the fringe benefit funds<br />
and to discuss any issues or changes the membership would<br />
like to see made.<br />
In the afternoon, many went for a hike up the ski mountain,<br />
or rode the chairlift to see gorgeous sights. The weather was<br />
unbelievably warm so the pool was enjoyed by many, along<br />
with the waterpark. Some went golfing or shopping, and a<br />
few rode their motorcycles through the Tunnel of Trees. Some<br />
trees have started to change so the scenery was beautiful.<br />
Before heading to a delicious dinner, President Rick Wenzlick<br />
and his wife, Becky, hosted a cocktail party in their suite<br />
providing everyone with great hors d’oeuvres and drinks.<br />
Everyone had a great time.<br />
PLUMBERS AND STEAMFITTERS 125TH ANNIVERSARY PARTY<br />
Plumbers and Steamfitters Local Union 85 held its 125th Anniversary Party at the Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort on Sept. 9. A<br />
beautiful dinner was served and entertainment was provided. The Bay Area Association would like to congratulate Local 85 on this<br />
amazing milestone and thank you for letting us share in this momentous occasion.<br />
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LOCAL ASSOCIATIONS<br />
MID-MICHIGAN MCA<br />
The Annual 3MCA Golf Outing was held Monday, June 26, at the Country Club of Lansing<br />
with over 50 golfers in attendance. <strong>Contractor</strong>s, associate members, and guests enjoyed a great<br />
day of golf.<br />
First Place Team Low Score went to Larry Gunthorpe, Jerry Gunthorpe, Nick Gunthorpe, and<br />
Nate Gunthorpe. Second Place Team Low Score went to Brandon Dawe, Scott George, Ian<br />
O’Brien and Amy Nolff. Closest to the Pin went to Gregg Alchin. Longest Putt went to Ralph<br />
Kridner with Longest Drive to Nick Gunthorpe. Skins game winners went to Larry Gunthorpe’s<br />
team and the UA Local 333 Team (Bruce Simon, Brian Leek, Ralph Kridner and Tom Andreas).<br />
3MCA would also like to thank the following sponsors:<br />
Galloup<br />
The Macomb Group<br />
Ferguson Enterprises<br />
Novara Tesija P.L.L.C.<br />
TIC International Corporation.<br />
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LOCAL ASSOCIATIONS<br />
WEST MICHIGAN MCA<br />
UA INDUSTRY DAY<br />
The annual UA Industry Day took place<br />
Wednesday, Aug. 16, at Washtenaw<br />
Community College, Ann Arbor. Scott<br />
VanderHyde and Cindy Morse represented<br />
the WMMCA. This was a chance to<br />
observe how the UA trains the UA trainers.<br />
Local 174 members Al Balcam, Ramondo<br />
Begay, Micah Golba, Jerod Ingersoll,<br />
Chris Phillips, Jeff Rumsey, and Daren<br />
Wilson participated in the training. Scott<br />
and Cindy visited classroom training,<br />
apprentice completion, and the many UA<br />
training trailers available.<br />
WMMCA GOLF OUTING<br />
Daren Wilson (left) and<br />
Scott VanderHyde<br />
The WMMCA <strong>2017</strong> Golf Outing took place Thursday, Aug. 24,<br />
at The Meadows on GVSU’s campus. A buffet lunch was enjoyed<br />
before the golf outing. The outing was followed by a light supper.<br />
Bob Barnett, Jason Finch, and Chris Pelton from Local 174 joined<br />
contractors for this great day of golf!<br />
This Year’s Winners<br />
1st Place Team Northern Boiler<br />
1st Place Team<br />
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Hole #9 Longest Putt<br />
Hole #14 Longest Drive<br />
Hole #17 Closest to the Pin<br />
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Dave Doehring<br />
Ray Goldsborough<br />
John VandeVrede<br />
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JOINT MEETING<br />
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<strong>Contractor</strong>s Association) <strong>Contractor</strong><br />
Joint Meeting with the <strong>Michigan</strong><br />
Association of Pipes Trades<br />
Business Managers was held<br />
Thursday, Sept. 7, at the Soaring<br />
Eagle Casino in Mount Pleasant,<br />
<strong>Michigan</strong>. WMMCA contractor<br />
participants included: Scott<br />
VanderHyde-Rite-Way, and Jodi<br />
vanHaren- Advantage <strong>Mechanical</strong><br />
Refrigeration. This was a great<br />
opportunity to network with<br />
the state’s Pipe Trades Business<br />
Managers.<br />
NCPWB CHAPTER 18 UPDATE<br />
Promoting a quality certified workforce, Chapter 18 of the NCPWB has one-hundredforty<br />
(140) certified welders. The Joint NCPWB/UA welding program has scheduled<br />
joint test events at the Local 174 Training Center in: January, March, May, July,<br />
September, and October.<br />
Congratulations to Monarch Engineering & Welding, a new NCPWB member.<br />
Current NCPWB Chapter 18 Members:<br />
Andy J. Egan Company<br />
B&V <strong>Mechanical</strong><br />
FHC<br />
Lascko Services<br />
Mail City <strong>Mechanical</strong><br />
Monarch Engineering & Welding<br />
Pressures & Pipes<br />
Pro Services<br />
Rite-Way <strong>Plumbing</strong> & Heating<br />
R.W. LaPine<br />
Teachout<br />
Troy Brooke <strong>Mechanical</strong><br />
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SAVE THE DATE:<br />
MPMCA’s Annual<br />
<strong>Michigan</strong><br />
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March 14 th 2018<br />
Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort<br />
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This one-day Business-to-Business<br />
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Suppliers, Architects, and Engineers,<br />
with over a hundred Exhibitors/<br />
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SAFETY<br />
PAYS<br />
SPECIALTY CONTRACTORS WORKERS<br />
COMPENSATION GROUP PROGRAM<br />
Participating Businesses Share Workers’ Compensation Group Dividend from<br />
Accident Fund Insurance Company of America<br />
More than 50 businesses<br />
will share over<br />
$180,000 premium<br />
dividend thanks to<br />
safe work practices and<br />
their participation in <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>Plumbing</strong><br />
& <strong>Mechanical</strong> <strong>Contractor</strong>s Association’s<br />
Workers Compensation Group Dividend<br />
Program. This program is available<br />
through the Specialty <strong>Contractor</strong>s<br />
Workers’ Compensation Group Program<br />
who belong to one of the following<br />
trade associations; <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>Plumbing</strong><br />
& <strong>Mechanical</strong> <strong>Contractor</strong>s Association,<br />
<strong>Michigan</strong> Chapter of the Sheet Metal &<br />
Air Conditioning National Association,<br />
the <strong>Michigan</strong> Chapter of the National<br />
Electrical <strong>Contractor</strong>s Association.<br />
The dividend returned is based on each<br />
participant’s premium costs and range<br />
from $120 to over $14,000, with an<br />
average dividend of over $1,500.<br />
In addition to dividend opportunities, the<br />
Specialty <strong>Contractor</strong>s dividend program<br />
offers participating businesses a 5 percent<br />
discount on their workers’ compensation<br />
insurance premium rates.<br />
While keeping people healthy and injuryfree<br />
is vital in its own right, it is also an<br />
important factor in the ability to earn a<br />
dividend. Safety at work leads to fewer<br />
injuries and fewer workers’ compensation<br />
claims.<br />
“It’s a fact – safety pays. A safe work<br />
environment is not only great for<br />
employees, it’s great for the bottom line,”<br />
said Accident Fund’s group program<br />
consultant. “We’re proud to be able to<br />
present the Specialty <strong>Contractor</strong>s Group<br />
with this dividend for members in this<br />
program.”<br />
Accident Fund’s Loss Control consultants<br />
work with policyholders on safe work<br />
practices and teach employee safety<br />
training. The company also offers an<br />
online “tool box” where policyholders can<br />
link to federal and state workplace safety<br />
websites.<br />
“Encouraging safety in the workplace<br />
while offering an Association-only plan<br />
that can provide real money back is<br />
definitely a win-win situation,” said<br />
Cynthia Maher, Executive Director of<br />
the <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>Plumbing</strong> & <strong>Mechanical</strong><br />
<strong>Contractor</strong>s Association. “The Accident<br />
Fund Workers’ Compensation Program is<br />
one of many innovative strategies we have<br />
put in place to help our members more<br />
effectively control their costs.”<br />
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The only statewide<br />
PHC/<strong>Mechanical</strong> Expo in <strong>Michigan</strong>!<br />
The <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>Plumbing</strong> &<br />
<strong>Mechanical</strong> <strong>Contractor</strong>s<br />
Association’s Annual <strong>Michigan</strong><br />
PHC/<strong>Mechanical</strong> Expo will be<br />
held Wednesday, March 14,<br />
2018. Due to high demand, the MPMCA<br />
Expo will once again be returning to<br />
the Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort<br />
Entertainment Hall in Mount Pleasant.<br />
This one-day Business-to-Business event<br />
will be attended by PHC & mechanical<br />
contractors, owners, suppliers, architects,<br />
and engineers, with more than a hundred<br />
exhibitors/booths showing tools,<br />
industry-related items, vehicles, and<br />
much more! Don’t miss this opportunity<br />
for networking, learning, and exploring.<br />
For registration information, visit our<br />
webpage at mpmca.org or email your<br />
request to info@mpmca.org.<br />
Meet the Industry’s Suppliers who<br />
want to meet you. In <strong>2017</strong> some of<br />
our exhibitors included Balfrey &<br />
Johnston, Burke Agency, Dave Watson<br />
& Assoc., Diversified Spec. Sales, Enerco<br />
Corporation, Federated Insurance,<br />
Herder Sales, HS/Buy Van & Assoc.,<br />
Interstate Restoration, ISCO Industries,<br />
J.W. Sales, Jomar Vlave, K.L. McCoy<br />
& Assoc., Knapheide Truck Equip.,<br />
Major/Lozuaway & Assoc., Meek/<br />
Beck & Assoc., <strong>Michigan</strong> Energy<br />
Optimization, <strong>Michigan</strong> Propane Gas<br />
Assoc., MPMCA/ASSE Backflow Cross<br />
Connection Program, New Century<br />
Sales, Performance Engineering, R.L.<br />
Deppmann Co., Sales Service Plus Inc.,<br />
SCWCP/Allied Insurance Mgrs., Taggart-<br />
Knight Group, TRO Sales Co., United<br />
PVF, V.E. Sales Co., Victaulic, and many<br />
more.<br />
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Alpena ............................................................ 989-354-2181<br />
ART’S PLUMBING SUPPLY<br />
Warren ............................................................ 586-776-5138<br />
Westland ........................................................ 734-729-3110<br />
BEHLER-YOUNG<br />
Ann Arbor ...................................................... 734-761-5511<br />
Bloomfiels Hills ............................................ 248-335-6527<br />
Flint .................................................................. 810-743-1160<br />
Grand Rapids ................................................ 616-531-4400<br />
Jackson ........................................................... 517-789-7191<br />
Kalamazoo .................................................... 269-343-5504<br />
Lansing ........................................................... 517-371-1770<br />
Livonia ............................................................ 734-524-0623<br />
Muskegon ..................................................... 231-733-4421<br />
New Hudson ................................................. 248-437-3070<br />
Taylor............................................................... 734-374-8231<br />
Saginaw.......................................................... 989-799-4805<br />
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Traverse City ................................................. 231-946-7391<br />
Warren ............................................................ 886-779-1730<br />
CARRIER GREAT LAKES<br />
Flint/Burton .................................................. 810-715-9000<br />
Grand Rapids ................................................ 616-406-1645<br />
Lansing ........................................................... 517-882-3722<br />
Livonia ............................................................ 734-552-5000<br />
Madison Heights ......................................... 248-585-3910<br />
Toledo, OH..................................................... 419-537-9424<br />
DELWOOD<br />
Livonia ............................................................ 734-261-8700<br />
Royal Oak ....................................................... 248-280-2880<br />
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Warren ........................................................... 586-264-2561<br />
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Pontiac ............................................................ 248-858-2605<br />
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MADISON HEIGHTS PLUMBING<br />
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Monroe ........................................................... 734-242-3655<br />
PROGRESSIVE PLUMBING<br />
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Warren ............................................................ 586-756-8662<br />
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Kalamazoo .................................................... 269-226-6500<br />
Lansing ........................................................... 517-371-6911<br />
WHITTOCK SUPPLY<br />
Gaylord ........................................................... 989-732-1690<br />
Imlay City ....................................................... 810-721-8000<br />
Shelby Township ......................................... 586-731-4111<br />
Traverse City ................................................. 231-946-5160<br />
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Grand Rapids ................................................ 616-456-1613<br />
Howell ............................................................. 517-548-1500<br />
Kalamazoo .................................................... 269-488-3383<br />
Lansing ........................................................... 517-882-6611<br />
Pontiac ............................................................ 248-745-6900<br />
Shelby ............................................................. 586-566-9696<br />
Southfeld ....................................................... 248-537-5900<br />
Taylor............................................................... 734-946-1190<br />
Toledo, OH..................................................... 419-897-9027<br />
Traverse City ................................................. 231-933-0755<br />
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Step 1 – Research your business’s exposures and the<br />
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Step 2 – Create a disaster recovery plan.<br />
• Identify risks from natural and man-made disasters.<br />
• Classify operations critical to your business’s survival.<br />
• Document current employee contact information.<br />
• Know your key customers, suppliers, contacts, and vendors.<br />
• Establish information technology needs.<br />
• Determine your business’s financial needs following a disaster.<br />
Step 3 – Backup Your Plan<br />
• Make it available anytime, anywhere.<br />
• Be sure it’s accessible even when you can’t enter your facility.<br />
• Print a copy, and also store it electronically.<br />
• Regularly backup vital data and records and store a copy<br />
off-site.<br />
A community cannot survive a disaster unless businesses survive,<br />
and businesses cannot survive unless their employees survive.<br />
Mother Nature doesn’t care who’s in her way. Developing a<br />
functional, practical disaster plan can help protect your business,<br />
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Step 4 – Educate employees on the plan, and keep them<br />
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• Test the business continuity plan periodically.<br />
• Encourage employees to also prepare themselves and their<br />
families for disasters.<br />
Step 5 – Periodically review, practice, and update your<br />
plan.<br />
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MICHIGAN PLUMBING & MECHANICAL<br />
MICHIGAN PLUMBING & MECHANICAL<br />
CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATION<br />
CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATION<br />
2015 CODE BOOK ORDER FORM<br />
2015 MICHIGAN PLUMBING CODE<br />
2015 MICHIGAN MECHANICAL CODE<br />
2015 BUILDING CODE<br />
2015 INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE<br />
(2015 International Fuel Gas Code used in conjunction with the 2015 <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>Mechanical</strong> Code)<br />
2015 <strong>Plumbing</strong> Code Commentary (does not include <strong>Michigan</strong> amendments)<br />
MPMCA Non-Members Use the Chart to order your books.<br />
Quantity Item Unit Price Total<br />
_________ 2015 <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>Plumbing</strong> Code Soft Cover $ 85.00 _______<br />
_________ 2015 <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>Mechanical</strong> Code Soft Cover $ 85.00 _______<br />
_________ 2015 <strong>Michigan</strong> Residential Code Soft Cover $ 145.00 _______<br />
_________ 2015 <strong>Michigan</strong> Building Code Soft Cover $ 155.00 _______<br />
_________ 2015 Fuel Gas Code (Used with MI <strong>Mechanical</strong> Code) Soft Cover $ 85.00 _______<br />
_________ 2015 International <strong>Plumbing</strong> Code Commentary Soft Cover $ 118.00 _______<br />
_________ 2015 International Fuel Gas Code Commentary Soft Cover $ 118.00 _______<br />
_________ 2015 International <strong>Mechanical</strong> Code Commentary Soft Cover $ 118.00 _______<br />
Name_________________________________________ Phone ______________ Fax _______________<br />
Company Name ___________________________________________________________________________<br />
Street Address _____________________________________________________________________<br />
City _____________________________________ State ________ Zip _________________<br />
For notification of shipment you must list your valid email address below:<br />
E-mail address____________________________________________________________________________<br />
This Address for shipping is: Residential Business<br />
Make check payable to MPMCA.<br />
To pay with Credit Card go to our website: www.mpmca.org and click on the shopping cart on the left to order<br />
using our secure & encrypted online ordering system.<br />
Mail payments: MPMCA, PO Box 13100, Lansing, MI 48901<br />
Phone: 517-484-5500 with questions.<br />
Order on line at www.mpmca.org using our secure online shopping cart.<br />
**All Orders must include Shipping & Handling<br />
$0 to $80.00 shipping charge = $18.75<br />
$81.00 to $150.00 shipping charge = $21.00<br />
$151.00 to $300.00 shipping charge = $23.25<br />
$301.00 to $500.00 shipping charge = $25.50<br />
$500.00 to $1,000.00 shipping charge = $31.00<br />
Over $1000.00 call MPMCA for shipping charge.<br />
TOTAL BOOKS =<br />
ADD 6% SALES TAX =<br />
_____________<br />
_____________<br />
If you are tax exempt we need your tax exempt # enter on line above<br />
SUB TOTAL =<br />
ADD SHIPPING =<br />
(*SEE CHART)<br />
_____________<br />
_____________<br />
TOTAL ORDER = _____________<br />
Declined credit cards subject to a $25.00 service charge.<br />
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MPMCA 2018<br />
Membership Application<br />
I (we) the undersigned agent of the firm identified,<br />
hereby make application for membership in MPMCA.<br />
In making this application, I (we):<br />
(a) understand that membership in a local PHC or<br />
<strong>Mechanical</strong> Association is a prerequisite to<br />
membership in MPMCA, if such an association<br />
serves the applicant’s market area,<br />
(b) agree to pay dues as established by MPMCA’s<br />
Board of Directors and to adhere to the Constitution<br />
and Bylaws of the Association,<br />
(c) understand that the dues remittance must include<br />
both MPMCA and NAPHCC dues. (except<br />
Associate).<br />
Firm Name ________________________________<br />
Street/PO _________________________________<br />
City/State/Zip _______________________________<br />
Telephone _________________________________<br />
FAX # ____________________________________<br />
E-mail ____________________________________<br />
Website ___________________________________<br />
Principal Officer’s Name ______________________<br />
Signature __________________________________<br />
Date of Application __________________________<br />
Average # of Field Employees ______________<br />
Union Shop<br />
Type of Work Contracted:<br />
<strong>Plumbing</strong><br />
Heating<br />
Open Shop<br />
Piping<br />
Cooling<br />
Circle Firm’s Local Association:<br />
Bay Area Assn MPMCI<br />
Flint PMC<br />
Greater <strong>Michigan</strong> PMC<br />
Master Plumber Association of MI (Oakland Co,)<br />
Mid-<strong>Michigan</strong> MCA<br />
MCA of Detroit<br />
Northwestern MPHCCA (Grand Traverse Co.)<br />
South Macomb Assoc. PHCC<br />
Southwestern Association<br />
Thumb Area Association<br />
Upper Peninsula MCA<br />
West <strong>Michigan</strong> MCA<br />
West <strong>Michigan</strong> PHCC<br />
Western Wayne PHCC<br />
Return To: MPMCA<br />
PO Box 13100<br />
Lansing, MI 48901<br />
(517) 484-5500<br />
Website www.mpmca.org<br />
Dues Structure:<br />
MPMCA (State Association Dues)<br />
New Member (First Two Years)<br />
$260.00 Annually<br />
1 to 5 (average) Field Employees $483.00 Annually<br />
$120.75 Quarterly<br />
6 to 15 (average) Field Employees$572.00 Annually<br />
$143.00 Quarterly<br />
16 + (Average) Field Employees $679.00 Annually<br />
$169.75 Quarterly<br />
NAPHCC (National Association Dues)<br />
Active Member<br />
Add<br />
MPMCA Dues $ _________<br />
+<br />
NAPHCC Dues $ _________<br />
Total = $ _________<br />
$523.00 Annually<br />
$134.00 Quarterly<br />
Remit total to: MPMCA, PO Box 13100, Lansing MI 48901<br />
Check Enclosed ___ Master Card ___ Visa ___<br />
Card # ______________________________________<br />
Expiration Date ______________________________<br />
Customer Code ___ ___ ___<br />
(last 3 # on back of card in signature panel)<br />
We need the complete address of where the credit card is billed.<br />
Street Address _____________________________________<br />
City _________________ State _____ Zip Code __________<br />
Any declined checks/credit card charges are subject to a $25.00 service<br />
charge.<br />
Questions: Call MPMCA 517-484-5500<br />
Email info@mpmca.org<br />
www.mpmca.org<br />
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0B0B<br />
An Invitation to our suppliers to become a MPMCA Associate Member.<br />
The Officers, Directors, and Members of MPMCA invite you to join our organization as an Associate<br />
Member. As an MPMCA Associate Member, you receive:<br />
1. A subscription to the <strong>Michigan</strong> Master Plumber & <strong>Mechanical</strong> <strong>Contractor</strong> magazine.<br />
2. Listing in the Annual Membership Directory listing MPMCA <strong>Contractor</strong> Members.<br />
3. Access to all MPMCA conferences and seminars.<br />
4. Newsletters covering legislative and regulatory issues of industry significance.<br />
5. Access to MPMCA’s Specialty <strong>Contractor</strong>s Workers’ Compensation Program underwritten by<br />
the Accident Fund of <strong>Michigan</strong>, fully insured Blue Cross Blue Shield of <strong>Michigan</strong> Insurance<br />
program, and The Federated Insurance Group.<br />
To join the 75 Associate members of MPMCA complete the application below and send it along with a<br />
check for $310.00 (prorated at $26.00 a month) to MPMCA, PO Box 13100, Lansing, MI 48901.<br />
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I (we) hereby apply for Associate Membership in <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>Plumbing</strong> and <strong>Mechanical</strong> <strong>Contractor</strong>s<br />
Association.<br />
Signed by _________________________________________ Title _____________________<br />
Representing (Company) ______________________________________________________<br />
Address ___________________________________________________________________<br />
City _______________________________State _______ Zip ____________<br />
Phone ( ___ ) _____________________ FAX ( ____ ) ______________________<br />
E-Mail Address ___________________ Web Site __________________________ Date _______<br />
Check enclosed<br />
Bill Master Card/Visa # _____________________________________________________Exp ___/____<br />
Customer Code ___ ___ ___ (last three numbers on back of card in signature panel)<br />
We need the complete address of where the credit card is billed:<br />
Street Address: ___________________________________________ State: ______ Zip Code: ____________<br />
Card Holders name (please print or type name __________________________________________________<br />
Signed_______________________________________Dated __________ Phone ( ____ ) _______________<br />
1BReturn to: MPMCA, PO Box 13100, Lansing, MI 48901<br />
Phone (517) 484-5500 • FAX: (517) 484-5225<br />
HHUUinfo@mpmca.orgUUHH ---------------------- www.mpmca.org<br />
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AND MICHIGAN STATE BOARD OF PLUMBING<br />
2018 BACKFLOW PREVENTER TESTING SEMINARS<br />
EARN YOUR ASSE Certification<br />
Class Content<br />
Overview of the problems of cross connection • Review of case histories, causes, and health hazards • Study of MI<br />
Department of Environmental Quality Rules • Review of American Society of Sanitary Engineering guide for the proper<br />
selection and use of backflow prevention devices • Description of eight different ways to prevent cross connections •<br />
Detailed study of reduced pressure type backflow preventers • Hands-on experience with various backflow preventers •<br />
How to spot and correct defects • Detailed instruction on the varieties of backflow preventers by factory reps of the<br />
various manufacturers.<br />
Class is open to licensed plumbers, plus others including pipefitting, water purveyors, lawn irrigation, sprinkler installer,<br />
or related fields who need to test backflow preventers in the field<br />
Instructors/Proctors: Martin Jipson & Phyllis Centers, Master Plumbers, Inspectors & ASSE certified backflow testers.<br />
Class Dates:<br />
January 8-12, 2018 April 9-13, 2018<br />
July 16-20, 2018 October 8-12, 2018<br />
Class Location: 1120 Commerce Park Drive, Suite B, DeWitt, <strong>Michigan</strong> 48820<br />
Upon satisfactory completion, attendees will receive ASSE Certification for Cross Connection Control.<br />
Under Act 54 - <strong>Plumbing</strong> Inspectors Registration Act - <strong>Plumbing</strong> Inspectors will receive 16 hours technical and 24 hours<br />
specialty continuing education credits.<br />
Water Purveyor Participants may receive 3.2 continuing education credits.<br />
All registrants must demonstrate five (5) years of experience in a plumbing, pipefitting, water purveyor, lawn<br />
irrigation, sprinkler installer, or related field. Upon receipt of your paid reservation, your reservation in the class<br />
will be confirmed upon valid demonstration of 5 years’ experience.<br />
PLEASE NOTE: The class is only designed for individuals who wish to obtain ASSE certification, and have the<br />
necessary field experience to pass the rigorous testing. The Instructor begins the class with the assumption that<br />
all attendees already possess adequate knowledge of hydraulics, plumbing, piping, venting, etc. It is not designed<br />
for a beginning technician.<br />
Cancellations must be received in writing by MPMCA, (emails are accepted), 18 days prior to the first day of class to<br />
receive refund. Cancellations less than 18 days, refunds only if we can fill your seat. If you cancel via US mail, we suggest<br />
using 'return receipt'. Once class is confirmed a $30 cancellation processing fee may apply.<br />
How To Register:<br />
Complete the application form on the reverse side. The registration fee is $1,020 for MPMCA members and $1,270 for nonmembers -<br />
this covers the five days of instruction, examination materials, and testing kits for the hands on portion. Be sure to bring something to<br />
write with. The class is limited to 20 participants. Registration fee must accompany application form to be considered for acceptance.<br />
Purchase orders are not accepted.<br />
Questions: Call MPMCA • (517) 484-5500 – info@mpmca.org<br />
Make check payable to:<br />
<strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>Plumbing</strong> & <strong>Mechanical</strong> <strong>Contractor</strong>s Assn. (or MPMCA)<br />
Mail to: PO Box 13100<br />
Lansing, MI 48901<br />
Phone: 517-484-5500 - Fax: 517-484-5225<br />
Email info@mpmca.org Web site: www.mpmca.org<br />
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<strong>Michigan</strong> State Board of <strong>Plumbing</strong> & <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>Plumbing</strong><br />
<strong>Michigan</strong> State Board of <strong>Plumbing</strong><br />
&<br />
<strong>Mechanical</strong> <strong>Contractor</strong>s Association<br />
<strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>Plumbing</strong> & <strong>Mechanical</strong> <strong>Contractor</strong>s Association<br />
APPLICATION<br />
APPLICATION<br />
2018 Backflow Preventer Training Program<br />
Student Name __________________________________________<br />
Home Street Address ____________________________________<br />
City, State, Zip _________________________________________<br />
Home Telephone _______________________________________<br />
Company Name ________________________________________<br />
Co. Street Address ______________________________________<br />
City, State, Zip _________________________________________<br />
Co. Phone ( ____ ) _____________ Co. Fax ( ____ ) ___________<br />
County ___________________ Co. Email ____________________<br />
Send Confirmation of Class Placement and Certificate Upon<br />
Completion to: ______________________ Title _______________<br />
Home Address<br />
Business Address<br />
Classes are from<br />
8:00 am to 4:00 pm<br />
All applications must include payment.<br />
Purchase orders not accepted.<br />
No Phone reservations taken.<br />
Please include mail<br />
stop or division/title if<br />
this will help assure<br />
you receive this<br />
confirmation.<br />
Sent via USPS<br />
Licensed Plumber? Yes___ No____<br />
If NO, a letter detailing<br />
Experience is required<br />
License Number: (Plumber license must<br />
be current & exp. date provided)<br />
Master: 81-_________________<br />
Exp. Date: __________________<br />
Journey: 82-<br />
Exp. Date:<br />
Email:<br />
___________________________<br />
Payment:<br />
Check one<br />
Member of MPMCA:<br />
Check enclosed for $1,020<br />
Nonmember:<br />
Check enclosed for $1,270<br />
To pay with credit card go to<br />
www.mpmca.org and select the<br />
“Shopping Cart” on the home page.<br />
Please INDICATE your 1 st , 2 nd , & 3 rd choice. If your first choice is not available, we will confirm your second choice. If<br />
your second choice is not available, we will confirm your 3 rd choice. Each class is limited to 20 students. MPMCA<br />
Members receive enrollment priority. Confirmation will be sent one month prior to confirmed class date.<br />
Declined checks/credit cards are subject to $25.00 service charge.<br />
____ Jan. 8-12, 2018 ____ April 9-13, 2018 ____ July 16-20, 2018 _____ Oct. 8-12, 2018<br />
MPMCA Members -- be sure to take your Member Discount!!<br />
Credit Card orders go to www.mpmca.org and use our convenient “Shopping Cart” -- Or<br />
Make your check payable to MPMCA and Return to:<br />
<strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>Plumbing</strong> & <strong>Mechanical</strong> <strong>Contractor</strong>s Association<br />
PO Box 13100<br />
Lansing, MI 48901<br />
Questions?? Call 517-484-5500 • FAX 517-484-5225 • Email info@mpmca.org<br />
Application form must be completed in its entirety to be considered for Class Placement<br />
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ONE-DAY RECERTIFICATION<br />
! For those who hold ASSE certification and need to be recertified<br />
The 2018 dates for the one-day Backflow Preventer Recertification’s are:<br />
Jan. 17, 2018 April 25, 2018 July 23, 2018 Oct. 15, 2018<br />
Each class will be limited to 20 students. On the application form you can pick your first, second, and third<br />
choice. First choice will be determined on a first received basis.<br />
The cost will be $359.00 for MPMCA Members or $609.00 for Nonmembers. Cost includes the testing<br />
materials you will need for the practical portion (be sure to bring something to write with) plus lunch.<br />
The location will be the MPMCA Backflow Class, 1120 Commerce Park Drive, Suite B, DeWitt, MI 48820<br />
Exit 87 off I-69 in Lansing. If students would like to stay at the hotel the night before the class, the rate is<br />
$66.00+ applicable tax per night, single or double occupancy. Hotel information will be mailed with<br />
confirmations that will be mailed 3 to 4 weeks before the class.<br />
Instructors and proctors are Martin Jipson and Phyllis Centers.<br />
This Class is only for those individuals who currently hold a ASSE Backflow Certificate which<br />
requires recertification every three years. You must recertify prior to the expiration date on your current<br />
certification card. Be sure to check the date of expiration.<br />
If you have taken one of MPMCA’s Backflow courses previously, MPMCA will send you a notice<br />
before your expiration date when you need to recertify along with this registration form.<br />
MPMCA maintains a certified backflow test list for the State of <strong>Michigan</strong> which is updated daily on the<br />
MPMCA website. Check for your name and expiration date at www.mpmca.org/backflowsearch .<br />
Final Examination of Proficiency Required for Certification which consists of a 25 question written<br />
examination and passing the practical portion as you did in the original class. BE SURE TO REVIEW THE<br />
MATERIALS YOU RECEIVED FROM YOUR ORIGINAL CLASS PRIOR TO ATTENDING THIS CLASS.<br />
Come with any questions you may have and they will be addressed before the exam.<br />
If you have any questions, please give MPMCA a call at 517-484-5500.<br />
Go to www.mpmca.org to order online with your credit card.<br />
Select the convenient “Shopping Cart” and complete your order.<br />
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STATE BOARD OF PLUMBING<br />
MICHIGAN PLUMBING & MECHANICAL CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATION<br />
State Board of <strong>Plumbing</strong><br />
<strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>Plumbing</strong> & <strong>Mechanical</strong> <strong>Contractor</strong>s Association<br />
& & A.S.S.E. A.S.S.E<br />
2018 Backflow Preventer Testing Recertification<br />
APPLICATION<br />
Student Name_______________________________________________ Backflow Certification #<br />
Home Street Address___________________________________________<br />
City, State, Zip_______________________________________________<br />
_________________<br />
License Number:<br />
Home Telephone_____________________________________________ Journey 82-<br />
Company Name______________________________________________ Master 81-<br />
Co. Street Address__________________________________<br />
Email address:<br />
City, State Zip______________________________________<br />
Co Phone_________________________ FAX: ____________<br />
County____________________________________________<br />
Send Confirmations of Class To:________________________<br />
Payment:<br />
Check one<br />
Member of MPMCA:<br />
Check enclosed for $359.00<br />
Home Address<br />
Business Address<br />
Hours are from<br />
8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.<br />
Nonmember:<br />
Check enclosed for $609.00<br />
All Applications must include payment. Cancellations must be in writing,<br />
18 days before class date to receive refund, a $30.00 processing fee may<br />
apply. Declined checks/credit cards are subject to $25.00 service charge.<br />
To pay with credit card go to<br />
www.mpmca.org and select the<br />
“Shopping Cart” on the home page.<br />
Space is limited to 20 students. Confirmations are sent one month prior to class. MPMCA members receive<br />
priority in enrollment.<br />
_____ Jan. 17, 2018 _____ April 25, 2018 _____ July 23, 2018 _____ Oct. 15, 2018<br />
Lansing, <strong>Michigan</strong> Lansing, <strong>Michigan</strong> Lansing, <strong>Michigan</strong> Lansing, <strong>Michigan</strong><br />
Credit Card orders go to www.mpmca.org and use our convenient “Shopping Cart” -- Or<br />
Make your check payable to MPMCA and Return to:<br />
<strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>Plumbing</strong> & <strong>Mechanical</strong> <strong>Contractor</strong>s Association<br />
PO Box 13100<br />
Lansing, MI 48901<br />
Questions?? Call 517-484-5500 • FAX 517-484-5225 • Email info@mpmca.org<br />
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