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Diversity and Inclusion Training, Construction & Creating a Culture of C.A.R.E

When hearing a phrase like "company values" we tend to picture a stereotypical white collar, corporate office somewhere in a big city that offers employees pizza parties and beer instead of regular raises.  In this day and age, these companies are as common as smartphones- they just seem to be everywhere. And just like the majority of people today have a smartphone, A LOT of people are employed by this type of "cookie-cutter" company. It is without doubt that these companies can benefit from diversity and inclusion training  but that is a post for another day. As recently as February, 2022 the Massachusetts Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintainence was audited and found to be negligent in their responsibility to oversee and enforce state diversity quotas on public construction projects. According to state guidelines, every construction contract should include at least 15.3% of total construction project hours to be performed by minority workers, and 6.9% by female workers. The audit of 127 construction construction contracts discovered that 95% did not meet the female participation goal and 61% did not have any hours completed by women. Findings revealed that 64% of the 127 contracts did not meet minority workforce participation goals, and 36 of them or 28% did not have any hours worked by minorities. As construction hires millions of foreign born employees every year, it is no surprise that the industry has the demand for this type of training.
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3 More Industries That Need English Training in Texas

English training as a benefit through employment is a current trend that is here to stay- in the United States and abroad. When specifically looking at Texas, immigration is crucial to the success of its' economy. The Texan workforce contributes an estimated $119 billion to the states' economic output, and is responsible for allowing the state to make a total profit of $420 million from immigrant labor. With 1 in 6 residents being of foreign nationality, they are the people who are responsible for the rapid economic growth Texas has experienced in the last 30 years. With so much growth for the state from immigrant labor, it would be logical to assume that there are plenty of resources for non-English speakers to find employment and learn English with assistance to make that happen. Immigrants make up nearly a quarter of Texas' workforce without whom the state's economy would collapse. So why doesn't Texas have more resources for these essential workers? What are these resources and which industries can benefit most in Texas?
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Why Group English Classes Are Needed for Utah’s Manufacturing Boom

In the last 5 years, residents of Utah and other South Western states have experienced a large manufacturing boom. The emergence of these large manufacturing companies in industries like tech, construction, medical equipment and more, have made manufacturing one of the most diverse workforces in the United States. Working in these plants requires a lot of stamina and often requires operating heavy machinery that puts people in regular, dangerous situations to complete their day's work. And by employing millions of people who speak English as a Second Language (ESL) and those who are Limited English Proficient (LEP) many manufacturing workers may require a 360 approach to onboarding. For the CEOs of these companies, it is in their best interest to provide workers with training that is comprehensive enough to avoid these kinds of accidents that can bankrupt companies and destroy their workers lives forever.
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3 Kinds of Online Training Classes for Construction Companies

When it comes to training, construction companies in particular take it very seriously. Ensuring everything and everyone is in compliance with OSHA (the Occupational Safety and Health Administration) standards and regulations is imperative to ensuring worker safety. Every year, construction companies spend millions of dollars in violation fines after accidents, and only then does ensuring safety become a priority. One of the best things construction owners can do is evaluate their training materials and make a determination if it is comprehensive enough. If you have bilingual employees, are they receiving training in their native language? Are they able to communicate effectively with their coworkers? In providing English classes for construction workers we understand that effective communication is a skill that can be learned. With our completely customizable curriculum  we offer employers the freedom to personalize training to meet specific business objectives. Our online training classes for construction companies are offered online and on-site  to provide the best learning experience for your employees- whether it be remote video conference style approach to class  or in person at your worksite. So as construction company owners, have you considered expanding your onboarding itinerary to include any of these 3 classes?
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