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Regional Workforce Development Council (RWDC) Meeting |
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At the 8th Western Micronesian Chief Executives (WMCE) summit held in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands on November 13-15, 2007, the Chief Executives passed a resolution charging the Regional Workforce Development Council (RWDC) with developing a 5-year strategic regional workforce plan and holding strategic planning and implementation sessions bi-annually within the Micronesian Islands, thus leveraging local/federal/private funds in support of administrative and travel needs for RWDC for the purpose of ensuring that the Chief Executives’ workforce initiatives are being met.
On January 28 & 29, 2008, led by the Labor Subcommittee of the Guam Civilian Military Task Force (CMTF), regional stakeholders met for a Regional Workforce Development Council Strategic Planning meeting to discuss strategies for years one and two of the 5-year strategic plan as tasked by the WMCE. Members from Guam, Palau, CNMI and FSM attended, as well as Mr. Tim Donahue from the Office of Insular Affairs, Department of Interior (Hawaii office). The University of Guam (UOG) Economics & Community Systems team conducted an Appreciative Inquiry sessions to determine priority issues and strategies that will be incorporated in the 5-year strategic plan. Presentations were also provided by the Civilian Military Task Force (CMTF) Labor Sub-Committee, Guam Community College (GCC), Guam Trades Academy, and the Guam Department of Labor (GDOL) & Agency for Human Resources Development (AHRD) Transformation team.
The RWDC passed a Resolution that endorsed the following:
* The RWDC shall be composed of representatives from Education, Workforce Development and Economic Development;
* RWDC Membership shall include but not be limited to: Guam, CNMI, Palau and FSM;
* Guam Department of Labor shall submit a single Regional Innovations Grant (RIG) on behalf of the RWDC to begin the foundational framework for a regional workforce development strategy; and
* RWDC endorsed Maria Connelley, Director of Guam Department of Labor and Chair of the Labor Sub-Committee, CMTF as the representative to advance the council’s interest in regional, national, and international forums, and will present a progress report on the council to the WMCE at its next meeting.
Please click here to view and/or download the "Setting the Stage" powerpoint presentation.
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Labor Subcommittee Monthly Report January 2008 |
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Alien Labor Processing Division Update:
H-2 Numbers currently at 1,439, as of month ending November 2007. Highest Point since July 1999. Figures reflect an 81% increase from same time last year and up 259% from Nov. 2006. Anticipate minimum of 25% increase next year (not factoring in Marine move). For FY 08, given removal of the cap, projecting an immediate increase of the H-2B workforce to 4100 workers (not factoring Marines move)
• H-2 Cap
Cap closed in 33 days for those seeking approval for the April cap opening. Workers for the April Opening will likely arrive June or July 2008. Next opportunity to file will be in June 2008 for the October cap opening Workers for the October cap opening will likely arrive December 2008 or January 2009. We estimate about 50% of the employer were surprised by the quick cap closing and did not have an opportunity to successfully file.
• Enforcement:
Enforcement efforts are up -Inspections done weekly. GDOL actively assisting US Immigration & Customs Enforcement in apprehensions of illegal workers Citations for violations are up -Employers are being fined for violations more than in previous years. Active networking with other federal & local agencies is ongoing
09 January -Prevailing Wage Rates:
Official email correspondence was received from Chief, Business & Trade Services, USCIS Service Center Operations, US Department of Homeland Security on January 9, 2008, informing GDOL of the final review of new prevailing wage rates for Guam. The USCIS (Immigration) approves the prevailing wage rates for positions traditionally encumbered by temporary foreign workers under the H-2B Visa Program. The Code of Federal Regulation mandates an annual review of the Prevailing Wage Rate (foreign hires) for approved by USCIS.
The last approval was in 2003. The Prevailing Wage rate is one of the issues on the IGIA Labor/Workforce agenda. Greg Massey, ALPCD Administrator, continues to follow-up with Carol Williams, USCIS Legal Council, and Kevin Cummings.
09 January – Federal Partnership for the Fair Employment Practice Program:
Please click here to view and/or download the report in it's entirety. (pdf format)
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GCA Trades Academy January & February 2008 Classes |
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The National Center for Construction Education and Reseach (NCCER) has established the benchmark for quality training in the construction industry. Consider the advantages the GCA Trades Academy, a NCCER-accredited training unit, can offer your business.
Call 647-4840/41 or send an email message to gcatrades@guam.net to register or to obtain more information.
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| Classes Starting the Week of
January 28 - February 1, 2008 |
Tuesday, January 29th
HVAC 1: Introduction to Cooling
ELECTRICAL 2: Contactors & Relays |
| Safety Technology |
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V1 - V5
 This 45-hour 18-module course provides instruction on how to implement and administer a company safety program. Topics include introduction to safety technology; hazard recognition, evaluation, & control; risk analysis & assessment; inspections, audits, & observations; employee motivation; site-specific ES&H plans; emergency action plans; JSAs & TSAs; safety orientation & training; work permit policies; confined-space entry procedures; safety meetings; accident investigations: policies, procedures & data analysis; recordkeeping; OSHA inspection procedures; data tracking & trending; and environmental awareness. The program is recognized by CCHEST as exam preparation for their STS & OHST certifications.
Where & When
Guam Contractors Association conference room
Saturdays
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
January 26, 2008 - March 8, 2008
Tuition:
$540.00 + textbook (less 10% for GCA members) |
| HVAC |
Introduction to Cooling
 This 30-hour Level 1 course covers the basic principles of heat transfer, refrigeration, and pressure-temperature relationships, and describes the components and accessories used in air conditioning systems.
Where & When
St Paul Christian School Room A-1
Tuesday & Thursdays
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
January 29, 2008 - March 6, 2008
Tuition:
$360.00 + textbook (less 10% for GCA members)
Planned Maintenance
This 20-hour Level 3 course describes the purpose of planned maintenance & outlines the procedures for servicing as & oil furnaces, electric heating equipment, cooling equipment, & heat pumps.
Where & When
GCA Trades Academy building, Barrigada
Monday & Wednesdays
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
February 4, 2008 - February 27, 2008
Tuition:
$360.00 + textbook (less 10% for GCA members) |
| Core Curriculum |
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Basic Safety
 This 15-hour course explains the safety obligations of workers, supervisors & managers to ensure a safe workplace. Discusses the causes & results of accidents & the dangers of rationalizing risk. Reviews the role of company policies & OSHA regulations in maintaining a safe workplace. Introduces common job-site hazards & protections such as lockout/tagout, personal protective equipment & HazCom.
Where & When
Guam Contractors Association conference room
Monday & Wednesdays
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
February 11 - February 25, 2008
Tuition:
$180.00 + textbook (less 10% for GCA members)
Introduction to Construction Math
This 15-hour course reviews basic mathematic functions, such as adding, subtracting, dividing, & multiplying whole numbers, fractions, & decimals, & explains their applications to the construction trades. Explains decimal-fraction conversions & the metric system using practical examples. Also reviews basic geometry as applied to common shapes & forms.
Where & When
Guam Contractors Association conference room
Monday & Wednesdays
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
February 27 - March 11, 2008
Tuition:
$180.00 + textbook (less 10% for GCA members) |
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Electrical |
 This 15-hour Level 2 course gives basic descriptions of various types of contactors & relays along with their practical applications.
Where & When
Guam Contractors Association conference room
Tuesday & Thursdays
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
January 29, 2008 - February 7, 2008
Tuition:
$120.00 + textbook (less 10% for GCA members)
Raceways, Boxes, & Fittings
This 12½-hour Level 1 course introduces the types & applications of raceways, wireways, and ducts and stresses the appropriate NEC © requirements.
Where & When
St Paul Christian School, Room A-3
Monday & Wednesdays
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
February 6, 2008 - February 25, 2008
Tuition:
$120.00 + textbook (less 10% for GCA members)
Electrical Lighting
This 15-hour Level 2 course introduces the basic principles of human vision & the characteristics of light. The course focuses on the handling & installation of the different kinds of lamps (incandescent, fluorescent, & HID) & lighting fixtures (surface mounted, recessed, suspended, & track lighting).
Where & When
Guam Contractors Association conference room
Tuesday & Thursdays
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
February 12, 2008 - February 21, 2008
Tuition:
$120.00 + textbook (less 10% for GCA members)
Load Calculations - Branch Feeders & Circuits
This 12½-hour Level 3 course introduces the industry standards for electrical work, including topics of branch circuits, rating, & derating, & various types of residential & commercial electrical loads.
Where & When
Guam Contractors Association conference room
Tuesday & Thursdays
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
February 26, 2008 - March 11, 2008
Tuition:
$150.00 + textbook (less 10% for GCA members)
Conductors
This 15-hour Level 1 course focuses on the types and applications of conductors, covers proper wiring techniques, and stresses the appropriate NEC © requirements.
Where & When
St Paul Christian School, Room A-3
Monday & Wednesdays
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
February 27, 2008 - May 17, 2008
Tuition:
$120.00 + textbook (less 10% for GCA members) |
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| NCCER Books for Sale |
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Increase the selection of references in your training library with the latest NCCER publications. The GCA Trades Academy has a limited selection of NCCER books in stock. All books are paperback except for masonry which is a hardcover. Year in parenthesis is the copyright year.
Core Curriculum (2004) $52.50
Carpentry, Level 1 (2006) $72.50
Field Safety (2003) $105.00
Electrical, Level 1 (2005) $72.50
Electrical, Level 2 (2005) $107.50
Heavy Equipment Operations, Level 1 (2005) $72.50
Heating Ventilation & Air Conditioning, Level 1 (2001) $72.50
Heating Ventilation & Air Conditioning, Level 2 (2001) $107.50
Masonry, Level 1 (2004) $72.50
Plumbing, Level 1 (2005) $72.50
Safety Technology (2003) $105.00
Welding, Level 1 (2003) $72.50
GCA members receive a 10% on all listed prices!
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September 2007 Current Employment Report |
Employment Highlights
Total
employment on Guam increased in the September 2007 survey period. The
increase this quarter was largely reflecting resumption of seasonal
employment in both private sector businesses in retail and services
serving educational institutions as well as private and public
educational institutions themselves. Total employment
increased by 1,590 jobs or 2.7 percent over the comparable
period one year ago in September 2006.
Construction industry jobs accounted for most of the
employment gains over the year, construction payrolls were up
1,450 jobs or 35 percent above that of one year ago. Over the year,
Federal Government employment increased by 170 jobs while Government of
Guam employment was virtually unchanged.
In comparison to the private sector figures, one year ago
in September, average hourly earnings increased by
three percent, average weekly hours paid, unchanged, and
average weekly earnings up three percent. Higher weekly
earnings combined with a three percent increase in the number of
private sector workers, combined to increase private sector payroll
totals by about seven percent. The industry composition with
higher employment in construction contributed to the increase in
private sector average hourly and weekly earnings figures.
Please click
here to view and/or download the Current Employment Report for
September 2007 in it's entirety.
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