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Summer, 2017It’s Not Too Late to Register for the LICA SummerMeetings in COLORADO SPRINGS, CO!TUESDAY JULY 11-15Th,2017MAIN OFFICE775 Mercer RoadGreenville, PA 16125724) 588-1954EM: Inside this issue . President’s Message—pg 2PALICA News – pg 3UFG Insurance Plan Update--pg 4Texting while Driving! – pg 5Petrocon-Newest Benefit – pg 6SAFETY MATTERS - pg 7Welcome New Members – pg 8LEGISLATION– John Peterson –pg 11SEPTIC PROTECTION Plan – pg 9Workman’s Comp info – pg 13CASE Discount Program – pg 15Registration forms at: www.licanational.comTuesday, July 11th – Newmont’s Cripple Creek & Victor MineOR Garden of the GodsWednesday, July 12th – Pikes Peak Cog RailwayThursday July 13th – Educations Seminars, Meetings &Associates’ Night (Wild West Theme)Friday, July 14th – Committee Meetings, Regional MeetingsSaturday, July 15th – Board Mtg & Pikes Peak or Bust RodeoPENNSYLVANIA LICAExecutive Director: Joanie MicskyPresident: Evelyn CottrellChairman of the Board: Dan MicskyVice President: Chris MooreTreasurer: Steffanie AdamsBoard Members: Bill Guiste, Richard B.Cottrell, Jeremy Pruskowski, CoreyStuchal, Ron Roncaglione, Gary TheuretPALICA775 Mercer RoadGreenville, PA 16125
MEMBER DIRECTORY CORRECTIONS(corrections in red)President’s MessageHello from North Eastern Pa,First, I would like to congratulate LoganFarnell from Albrightsville, PA on receiving one ofthe National LICA Scholarships. He will beattending Moravian CollegeWe had our Board Meeting on April 29th; Iwould like to thank Jeremy Pruskowski, RonRoncaglione, and Cory Stuchal for stepping up andaccepting to be Directors of the Board. We had alot of different discussions on what PALICA may beinterested in doing. I hope to see some of thethings discussed happen in the near future.Last time, I talked safety on using sunblock,this time it is a reminder to stay hydrated. It is easyto become dehydrated in the warm weather; youshould have lots of water to drink on the job anddrink it. You might have an air conditioned cab onyour machine but you still need to have your waterwith you and drink it. NICK FALCONE & SONS INC.Contact: Greg FalconePhone: 610-891-9111 Benchmark Site Development, LLCMichael Dellostretto, VP12 S. Bacton Hill Road #4Malvern, PA 19355**If your directory listing is incorrect inany way, please contact me with correctinformation and it will be corrected. Iapologize for any errors made in thecreation of the directory.If you did not receive a directory, pleasecontact the office @ 724-588-1954 or byemail: Pennsylvanialica@gmail.comDon’t forget the PLICA picnic on July 29,2017, hope to see you there (info on next page).Sincerely,Evelyn CottrellLICA MACHINERY STICKERSIf you would like PALICA decals to put on your trucks and machinery (see above example ofdecal), please contact Joanie Micsky and some will be mailed to you. We currently have largeand small Pennsylvania LICA stickers that we are happy to share with our members. It’sgreat advertising for the organization and might earn you a 50.00 Sheetz gift card ifsomeone inquires about us and they sign on as a member through you. (An application islocated on the website.) Please display them proudly.
News around Pennsylvania licaJOIN US FOR PALICA’S SUMMER FAMILY PICNICJULY 29TH, 2017 .12PM – 4PM @GUISTE EXCAVATING (Bill & Betty Guiste)4142 State Route 208Emlenton, PA 16373PH: 814-385-6833(Board meeting will begin at 12pm with lunch immediatelyfollowing.) Scholarship winners will be announced andpresented with their awards prior to lunch – (if available).PLEASE CALL US WITHNUMBER ATTENDING BY7/15/17 SO WE CANPREPARE ENOUGH FOOD &DRINK – EVERYONE IS ASKEDTO BRING A FAVORITE DISHOR DESSERT TO SHARE WITHOUR GROUP!724-588-19542018 palica state convention –make plans to attend!We will be going back to the Best Western Premier Hotel in Harrisburg(location of the 2016 convention)Dates are March 16-18th 2018Room Rates will be 107.95 per night (less than in 2016) and that willinclude breakfast for two in the hotel restaurant.We are working on the itinerary – some classes we plan tooffer are: first aid/cpr course -- a continuation of the class at the 2017 convention.Trench shoring—for your safety -- what does and doesn’t workEljin Systems- the nuts and bolts on how these are installedPrins Insurance – OSHA Updated requirements, fines & regulations youneed to know about& what exactly happens when you have a claim*ASSOCIATES’ NIGHT WILL BE FRIDAY THE 16TH--—featuring LIVE ENTERTAINMENT*WE HOPE TO HAVE SEVERAL OF OUR NEWEST ASSOCIATE MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCETO SHOWCASE THEIR PRODUCTS ALONG WITH MANY OF OUR LONGSTANDINGASSOCIATE MEMBERS.
The biggest claims so far this year havebeen accidents involving texting whiledriving. Please stress to your employeeshow important their safety is, as well aseveryone else on the road with them.This has been proven over and over againto be a deadly bad habit. Please read thisinfo and make that a part of your “MondayMorning Tool Box Talks” - starting today!Dangers of Texting While DrivingDangerous behind-the-wheel practices lead to fatalitiesEvery day, more than 1,160 people areinjured in crashes involving a distracteddriver, according to the NationalHighway Traffic Safety Administration(NHTSA). In addition, the NHTSA claimsthat driver inattention is the leadingcontributor in most crashes or near-missaccidents in the United States.Inattention on the RoadOf all crashes, over 90 percent involvedriver inattention within a three-secondwindow of the incident. The moral of thestory: When motorists change radiostations, try to read maps use theirphones, they are putting themselves andothers at risk.How Texting is DifferentThe most prevalent danger on roadwaysis texting while driving. Texting requiresa motorist’s full attention, which inhibitshis or her ability to pay attention to theroad. This concern is by no meanslimited to everyday drivers; inattentiondue to texting has caused manyoccupational drivers to be involved indeadly roadway crashes. Here are sometips to avoid distractions on the road: Never use a cellphone in badweather, work zones or heavytraffic. This includes the use of ahands-free device to make acall.Pull over in a safe area if youabsolutely need to use yourphone. Make all necessary calls beforeyou start to drive. Also, considersetting up an automatic repliesfor when people call or text youwhile you’re driving.It’s Against the LawMost states have laws outlawing the useof cellphones and texting while driving.To avoid a ticket and a potentiallydangerous accident, do not use yourcellphone in any capacity while driving.Also, be sure to look up distracteddriving rules that may be specific to yourarea or state.Be safe and healthy on thejob at Pennsyvania LICAwith these helpful tipsprovided by Prins Insurance,Inc.“The NHTSA claimsthat driverinattention is theleading cause inmost crashes ornear-miss accidentsin the UnitedStates.”This flyer is for informational purposes only and is notintended as medical or legal advice. 2007-2010, 2014, 2017 Zywave, Inc. All rightsreserved.
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Toolbox Talks for Pennsyvania LICAFrom your safety partners at Prins Insurance, Inc.Using Portable Generators SafelyPortable generators are an invaluableresource at many jobsites. To keep themfunctioning properly and eliminate thedanger they can present, it is importantthat you take the proper safetyprecautions.The combination of the internalcombustion engine and the power that itgenerates creates two unique sets ofhazards, which need to be accounted forduring operation.Shock and ElectrocutionWhile generators present the samehazards as any utility-supplied powersource, they also create additionaldangers because they lack some of thesafety features found in hardwiredelectrical systems. To reduce shock andelectrocution hazards: Never attach a generator directlyto a building’s electrical system.This requires a certifiedelectrician and use of a transferswitch.Always plug appliances, tools orother machinery directly into thegenerator. If you need to use anextension cord, make sure it isgrounded and in good repair.Do not overload a generator. Thiscan cause overheating whichcreates a fire hazard.Use ground fault circuitinterrupters, especially whenusing a generator in wet or dampenvironments.Make sure the generator isproperly grounded before use.Always keep the generator dry. Ifnecessary, use a barrier orcanopy to protect it. Neveroperate a generator if either youor it is wet.Carbon Monoxide PoisoningCarbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless,odorless, highly toxic gas that is heavilyconcentrated in the exhaust of fuelpowered engines. In poorly ventilatedareas, generator use can result in fatal COpoisoning. Remember: Make sure the generator hasthree to four feet of open spacearound it while running. Never use a generator indoors orin other enclosed spaces. Even ina garage with windows and doorsopen, CO can build up to unsafelevels. When outside, never place agenerator by windows, doors orair intakes where CO could enterinside spaces. If you begin to feel the effects ofCO poisoning—dizziness,headache, nausea, tiredness—get to fresh air immediately andseek medical attention. Do notreenter the area until it can beverified safe by properly trainedand equipped personnel.Whilegenerators areessential tomany jobsites,they can alsopresent anumber ofhazards.Reduce therisk—followsafe workpractices toprevent injury.Fire HazardsGenerators become very hot while runningand can remain hot for some time afterthey’re turned off. Remember: Shut down and allow thegenerator to cool beforerefueling. Store fuel at a safe distance fromrunning generators and otherignition sources. Only transport and store fuel incontainers designed anddesignated for the purpose.This Safety Matters flyer is for generalinformational purposes only, and is not intended asmedical or legal advice. 2015 Zywave, Inc. Allrights reserved.
WELCOME TO OUR NEWESTMEMBERS!Contractors:A.H. Cornell & Sons Inc.Melissa Cornell2362 York Blvd, PO Box 311Jamison, PA 18929215-343-1830Bucks CountyB. Blair CorporationBrian Blair95 Louise DriveIvyland, PA 18974215-672-8787Bucks CountyM&A Excavating, LLCAndy Martin120 Lyons RoadMertztown, PA 19539Berks County610-682-0332Simpson ExcavatingNathan Simpson848 Main StreetPO Box 204Corsica, PA 15829Jefferson County814-379-3346Larry Dunning & Sons, Inc.Lin Dunning34 Poole Hille RoadBoyertown, PA 19512610-323-8533Berks CountyBeck Excavating, IncJon Beck4581 Chestnut StreetEmmaus, PA 18049Lehigh County610-682-0332Associates:A.R. Beatty EquipmentScott Beatty, President5251 Kuhl RoadErie, PA 16510814-899-4294Erie CountySunbelt RentalsSteve Howe6778 Lincoln Highway WThomasville, PA 17364717-916-6034York County
*****SEPTIC PROTECTION BENEFIT UPDATEin case you missed it in the last issue!!This program is NOW available to PA ContractorsCONTACT JOANIE or DAN MICSKY AT 724-588-1954 if you’re interested in registering as aservice provider within Pennsylvania.Program BasicsThe LICA Contractors will receive 50.00 from National LICA for each Service Contract sold. Everyyear the contract is renewed, the contractor will continue to receive 50.00.The LICA Contractor will conduct an inspection prior to the Service Contract approval at thecustomer’s expense.The LICA contractor can also be paid for the septic pumping by the customer (if available).At no cost to the Contractor, National LICA will provide a customized webpage. The consumerwill use the webpage to purchase the Service Contract as well as finding additionalinformation about the program—(SEE BELOW)If repairs are required after the Service Contract is in effect, the approved estimate of theclaim will be paid to the LICA Contractor by Bankers-up to 10,000.00. Repairs must be incompliance with the Service Contract and the state regulations.The LICA Contractor will be able to increase their customer base by offering the Septic ServiceContract to both new and current qualifying customers.National LICA will provide Septic Service Contracts, promotional and sales materials to theparticipating LICA Contractor at no cost.EXAMPLE PAGES OF WHAT YOUR SITE WOULD LOOK LIKE TO YOUR CUSTOMERS:
LICA LEGISLATIVE UPDATE PAGE – LICA HAS A VOICE IN MATTERS THATCONCERN OUR MEMBERS .Federal InfrastructureJohn Peterson, LICA Director ofGovernment Relations. 12 JUN 17/jwpRecently a group of activists launched anational campaign against President Trump’sinfrastructure program. They accuse him ofattempting to privatize the country’shighways, bridges, and other public assets.There’s only one problem with that, the federalgovernment doesn’t own most of that stuff.And a robust infrastructure program could begood for LICA contractors.The infrastructure debate digs into the centralquestion into the role of the federalgovernment that divides liberals andconservatives, and the two sides could not befurther apart. The activists oppose PresidentTrump’s plan, which is a top priority of theadministration. The group has the backing ofthe House Progressive Caucus.State and local governments and the privatesector own 97% of the nation’s non-defenseinfrastructure, and they fund 94% of itaccording to a report by Chris Edwards,director of tax policy studies at the libertarianCato Institute. The report examined data fromthe U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis thatshowed the federal government owned 1.5trillion of non-defense infrastructure,compared to the state and local governmentsowning 10.1 trillion, and the private sectorowning 40.7 trillion.The federal government’s meager holdingsinclude features such as dams, post offices,and the air traffic control system, buthighways, including the entire interstatehighway system, roads, bridges, and schoolsare owned by state and local governments.The country’s vast array of pipelines, ons networks, are owned byprivate businesses according to the report.Mr. Trump’s 200 billion plan does includeprivatization of the federal air traffic control (ATC)system from the Federal Aviation Administration,and put it in the hands of a self-financed, nonprofitcorporation. Dozens of countries have privatizedATC in this way, including state-of-the-art systemsin Canada and Australia.The President also wants to reduce the approvalprocess for infrastructure projects from 10-years to2-years or less.LICA Contractors shouldencourage that.To upgrade some of the Mississippi and Ohio Riverlocks and dams that haven’t been overhauled sincethey were installed in the 1930’s, the Trump planrelies on user fees instead of federal tax dollars. Theshipping industry hasn’t balked at the fees yet.Overall Mr. Trump proposed 200 billion of federaltaxpayer funding for the infrastructure program,which is supposed to leverage a total public-privateinvestment of 1 trillion over 10 years. That federalspending, about 20 billion a year for 10 years,would be on top of the roughly 124 billion thefederal government already spends on building andmaintaining infrastructure.“My recent LICA testimony before the HouseAg Subcommittee on Conservation andForestry encouraged investment in our nation’swatershed infrastructure. I think it was wellreceived. But from what I read, the president’sinfrastructure plans could experience toughsledding in getting approved.” John Peterson
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Prins Insurance, Inc.Your Workers’ Compensation PartnerFighting Fraud with Special Investigation UnitsFraudulent workers’ compensation claimsDiscovering Fraudare estimated to cost employers severalbillion dollars annually. Ranging fromWhile SIUs are always on the lookout foremployees squeezing a few extra days offfraudulent activity, tips from employers arework to completely fabricated injuries,very important and can turn them on tofraudulent claims can increase yourpotential cases of fraud that otherwisepremium costs and negatively influencemight have been missed. It is important thatyour bottom line. To reduce costsyou keep an eye out for signs of fraud andassociated with fraudulent claims, it isalert your insurer’s SIU when you find them.important you know how to detectThe followingsigns of fraudulent activity. Whilemay be a redyou may not be an expert at fraudflag forSpecial Investigationdetection, there are resources youfraudulentcan turn to when you have reasonUnits have the resources activity:to doubt the legitimacy of a claim. The injury isand experiencenot promptlySpecial Investigation UnitsreportedMany insurers have specialnecessary to expose The injuryinvestigation units (SIU) that aredoes not fitfraudulent work compexperienced in exposing fraud.with typicalInsurers recognize that while theclaims.dutiesaverage employer may be able toperformedrecognize some signs of aby thepossible fraudulent claim, theyemployeemay not have the resources or training to The employee’s account of injury differssuccessfully investigate the situation. Whenfrom witness accountsyou suspect the legitimacy of a claim an There are no witnesses to the injurySIU can investigate, drawing on a wealth of Medical treatment seems excessive orexperience and resources to discover andlengthy for the type of injurydocument any fraudulent activity that has Employee regularly misses medicaloccurred.appointmentsWhile large insurers often employ their ownDo Your Part to Eliminate Fraudin-house SIUs, many smaller insures useWhile SIUs are there to help, not everythinggroups like the National Insurance Crimecan be left up to them. It is important thatBureau (NICB), whose purpose is to identifyyou take proactive measures to eliminateand stop fraudulent insurance activity, astheir SIU.This Work Comp Insights is not intended to be exhaustive nor should any discussion or opinions be construed as legal advice. Readers should contact legal counsel or an insurance professional for appropriate advice. 2011 Zywave, Inc. All rights reserved.
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Tuesday, July 11th - Newmont's Cripple Creek & Victor Mine . From your safety partners at Prins Insurance, Inc. Toolbox Talks for Pennsyvania LICA . 5251 Kuhl Road 6778 Lincoln Highway W Erie, PA 16510 Thomasville, PA 17364 814-899-4294 717-916-6034 Erie County York County .
