There is a date change for Intro to Photovoltaics Class, originally scheduled for March 16 and 18 at the IBEW 159 Training Center.
This class will now be held on April 21 and 22. The class is still 4:30pm to 6:30pm at the IBEW 159 Training Center.
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The Department of Labor (DOL) has proposed a rule that would allow private entities like employers and trade associations to self-certify apprenticeship programs. These programs would be referred to as Industry Recognized Apprenticeship Programs or IRAPs.
IRAPs are “apprenticeship programs” that are not registered with a state or the DOL. IRAPs would be approved by private industry entities and would not fall under the same requirements as current DOL or state registered apprenticeship programs. IRAPs differ significantly from our Registered Joint Apprenticeship Programs. Our programs help recruit, train and retain workers through progressive wage increases; apprentice-to-journeyman ratios that promote safety; quality assurance assessments by the government; uniform standards; mandatory safety training; instructor eligibility requirements; and transparency requirements.… Read more... “INDUSTRY RECOGNIZED APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS: BAD FOR THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY”
IBEW Local 159 and our RENEW Committee has generously donated lots of time and money to the Second Harvest Food Bank.
Please see the attached picture of our Framed IBEW 159 T-Shirt that will be displayed on the wall of Second Harvest Food Bank office with others who have generously donated their time and money! Consider stopping in and offering your time as well.
For more information contact the RENEW committee at renew@ibew159.org
The Madison Area Electrical JATT (Trust Fund Committee) requires payment of tuition and fees by apprentices attending courses conducted by the JATT.
Note: this information is now outdated. See Course Fees – 2019
