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February 15, 2024

Hello, 

February is in full swing and MCABC is pleased to announce we're offering four new courses for the mechanical contracting industry! Our new educational offerings will help keep your skills sharp and we're covering content related to safety, leadership, conflict resolution, and customer service. This week, we hosted an informative workshop for the industry on building commissioning and we attended the BUILDEX Conference to learn about Western Canada's built environment and network with industry professionals. To wrap it up, February 15th is the deadline to provide feedback for Technical Safety BC's (TSBC)  plans to update power engineers, boiler, pressure vessel and refrigeration safety regulations with the latest edition of the codes.

Thanks for reading! 

- Your MCABC team

Introducing our Newest Educational Programs for Spring!

We're thrilled to announce our latest educational offerings tailored just for you! We have FOUR new courses featuring esteemed speakers, Kathryn Crosby and Kevin L. Dougherty.

With 35 years in construction and while serving as Vice President and CFO for a mechanical contractor, Kathryn Crosby was elected to the MCAA Board of Directors, nominated as chair for MCAA’s Project Management Education Committee, was active in the AGC, and served on the faculty of the MCAA’s highly acclaimed Institute for Project Management (IPM).

May 22: Safety – The Field Leader’s Critical Role

Learn about the impact of Field Leaders' behavior on safety, reinforcing their moral duty to safety, and integrating safety planning into project planning.

May 22: Understanding and Resolving Conflicts

Understanding when and why conflict occurs will help participants lose their fear of conflict and teach them how to solve it.

For over 30 years Kevin L. Dougherty has been speaking to the construction industry. Kevin represents a changing industry - aggressive, realistic, and open-minded. His work and education experience enables him to relate to today's problems and provides tangible solutions in an easy-to-listen style.

Kevin has served as foreman, Journeyman, sales manager, project manager, operations manager, corporate trainer and VP Mechanical Contractor. Kevin has also been a frequent speaker for various SMACNA, MCAA, MSCA, NECA, NFPC, SMART, U.A. PHCC, ISA, SBA, and other trade associations.

April 4: Advanced Supervision

Learn proven conflict resolution techniques, communication skills, productivity enhancement, motivational tactics, and time management ideas.

April 5: Providing Professional Customer Service

A training program designed to grow and enhance new and current customer relationships.

Reserve your spot today! Learn more about our new programs here:

MCABC hosts Workshop on Commissioning

On February 13th, MCABC hosted an informative workshop on building commissioning (new construction) and re-commissioning (existing buildings) processes for both small and large buildings! The workshop was well attended, and the speakers provided excellent insights for mechanical contractors to amplify their impact.

A huge thank you to our industry supporter BC Hydro and to our speakers and panelists for their insights, discussions and presentations on commissioning processes:

• Kenneth McNamee (Impact Engineering)
• Brian F. Smith (Pratus Group)
• Brad White (SES Consulting)
• Jonathan Ho (Richmond School District)
• David McKee (Surrey School District)
• Vinson Lee (BC Hydro)

Stay tuned for more exciting educational sessions and learning opportunities!

MCABC joins discussion with Mayors at ICBA CEO Breakfast

L-R: Trevor Hildebrand (Chair, MCABC), Gillian Rhodes (COO, SkilledTradesBC), Kim Barbero (CEO, MCABC), Max Logan (CSO, SkilledTradesBC)

On February 14th, the MCABC team attended the ICBA CEO Breakfast alongside construction leaders and professionals. This event featured ICBA President Chris Gardner, Rennie Founder Bob Rennie, and special guests as they shared exciting insights on construction, development, and economic trends for 2024.

2024 Boiler, pressure vessel and refrigeration code adoption consultation

Technical Safety BC plans to update the Power Engineers, Boiler, Pressure Vessel & Refrigeration Safety Regulation (PEBPVRSR) with the latest editions of the boiler, pressure vessel, and refrigeration codes.

TSBC would like feedback from industry on their readiness to use the latest editions of the following codes, without any BC-specific amendments:

• CSA B51:24 Boiler, pressure vessel, and pressure piping code
• CSA B52:23 Mechanical refrigeration code
• ASME Boiler and pressure vessel code (2023)
• ASME B31.1 - 2022, B31.3 - 2022, B31.5 - 2022, and B31.9 - 2020
• ANSI/NB-23 National Board inspection code (2023)
• API 510 (2022) and 570 (2016) inspection codes
• NFPA 85, Boiler and combustion systems hazards code (2023)
• ASME-CSD-1-2021 Controls and safety devices for automatically fired boilers
• ASME/ANSI PVHO-1 (2019) Safety standard for pressure vessels for human occupancy
• ANSI/CGA G-2.1-2023 Requirements for the storage and handling of anhydrous ammonia

Submit your feedback TODAY on proposed amendments to the Energy Efficiency Standards Regulation (EESR)

The British Columbia Ministry of Energy, Mines, and Low Carbon Innovation is seeking feedback on the proposed amendments to the Energy Efficiency Standards Regulation (EESR) to implement the highest efficiency equipment standards for space and water heating, effective 2030 or earlier. 

The proposal covers the following heating equipment categories:

• Residential forced air systems (i.e. gas furnaces);
• Residential hydronic heating systems (i.e. gas boilers);
• Domestic water heaters (i.e. storage and instantaneous water heaters); and
• Weatherized gas-fired packaged units (i.e. rooftop and makeup air units).

Feedback must be submitted by February 15th, 2024.

Family Day Long Weekend

Wishing everyone a safe and happy long weekend!

This year, the B.C. government has partnered with the BC Recreation and Parks Association and the BC Museums Association to fund free virtual and in-person Family Day activities across the province during the Family Day weekend.

Explore Sustainable Energy Solutions in our February #coffeetalk

Join FortisBC to learn about low-carbon and energy efficient solutions available to your customers for affordable housing providers, non-profits, and Indigenous Communities.

This #coffeetalk is sponsored by FortisBC

Date: Thursday, February 29th

Time: 8:00 - 9:00 AM

Mechanical Contracting Project Management Program

This Gold Seal Accredited 10-day program is designed to give you the tools to master project management. Upon completion, you can earn 70 Professional Development Units (PMP Certification) & 15 Gold Seal Credits.

Dates: March 11-15 & April 15-19, 2024

Time: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Advanced Supervision

Learn proven conflict resolution techniques, communication skills, productivity enhancement, motivational tactics, time management ideas and many more skills that a manager needs in order to thrive today.

Dates: April 4th, 2024

Time: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Providing Professional Customer Service

A training program designed to grow and enhance new and current customer relationships.

Dates: April 5th, 2024

Time: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Understanding and Resolving Conflicts

Conflict is a given. It occurs daily to everyone.

Understanding when and why conflict occurs will help participants lose their fear of conflict and teach them how to solve it.

Dates: May 22nd, 2024

Time: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Safety – The Field Leader’s Critical Role

Field Leaders have perhaps the most influential role in creating and maintaining a company’s safety culture.

This session covers an introduction into basic loss control concepts, the impact of Field Leaders' behavior on safety, reinforcing their moral duty to safety, and integrating safety planning into project planning.

Dates: May 22nd, 2024

Time: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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