Construction Issues
The SWPTA works to improve construction standards
The Southwest Pipe Trades Association advocates for , and in some cases, opposes various issues that can impact the plumbing, pipefitting and heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVAC-R) industries in Texas, Oklahoma and New Mexico.
SWPTA tracks the following issues and when necessary, will take action to protect the Locals and their members, while striving to maintain the highest standards on all job sites.
If you have any questions about these issues, or would like to share information about any potential violations of any of the below construction issues, please contact Craig Berendzen at 214.341.8606.
So-Called
"Right to Work"
So-Called “Right to Work” is a lie disguised in nice language to make it seem like a less harmful set of policies.
Workers'
Compensation
The southeastern states are some of the most dangerous states for workers.
Project Labor Agreements
A PLA is an agreement between labor unions and contractors for a specific project.
Independent
Contractors
A major issue in the labor community is independent contractor classification.
Water
Infrastructure
A major portion of U.S. infrastructure is water infrastructure.
Prevailing
Wage
Prevailing Wage was established with the passing of the Davis-Bacon Prevailing Wage Act.
Fire Sprinkler
Tax Code
Fire sprinkler systems tax code is vital to the safety of those living and working in the Southwest.
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