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Reflections on the First Year of the Pandemic Shutdown
April 7, 2021
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New York, NY – No one knew what to expect at the start of the Covid-19 pandemic. There were reports about a new, unknown virus
Author: Ben Kimmel
More Vaccinations Mean More Reason to be Optimistic
March 29, 2021
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New York, NY – Good news, folks! The state is expanding the vaccination pool and inoculating more of its residents. This month, New York extended
Putting Work Stressors into Perspective
March 11, 2021
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New York, NY – There are three main stressors that exist in our worklife. First and foremost is the physical stress. Secondly, there are the
Covid Shutdown and the Pandemic Pounds
March 4, 2021
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New York, NY – One thing’s for sure, they don’t call them the Pandemic Pounds for nothing. In fact, aside from other stress related disorders,
The State of American Workers a Year into the COVID-19 Shutdown
February 24, 2021
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New York, NY – Stress is still high as we approach the one year mark of the Covid-19 shutdown. With so many uncertainties, the need
Unions Warn: ‘Unsafe Labor is Deadly Labor’
February 16, 2021
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New York, NY – Although commercial buildings are still operating with minimal occupancy, there is new construction being done throughout the city. Unfortunately, many of
Is Your Benefits Package Good For Your Mental Health?
February 10, 2021
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New York, NY – You’ve no doubt heard the commercial catchphrase, “What’s in your wallet?” At times like these, it pays to know what’s in
I Got the COVID-19 Shot – Here’s How it Went
February 5, 2021
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New York, NY – It’s about three weeks since my first COVID-19 vaccination shot. Aside from the sore arm, I am happy to report there
Unionized Building Trades Are Setting the Standard For Jobsite Safety
February 1, 2021
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New York, NY – Once again, the benefits of working with unionized contractors have proven to go beyond the typical safety protocols in the Building
Why We Choose To Go Union
July 15, 2020
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There is a longtime misconception about trade workers and their education. These ideas date back as far as the separation between white collar and blue.