Florida Association of PHCC
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FAPHCC || 125 E. Merritt Island Cswy., Suite 209373 Merritt Island, FL 32952 || PHONE 727-209-0611 || FAX 727-258-0645 || E-MAIL info@faphcc.com
The Florida Association of Plumbing, Heating and Cooling Contractors is dedicated to the improvement of the industry through Education and Communication, for the protection of our environment and the health, safety and benefit of society. ©2003 FAPHCC. All Rights Reserved.
Florida Association of PHCC Advantage
We understand the realities of business today: cutting costs, improving cash flow, and looking for ways to increase productivity. PHCC membership is a risk-free investment in the success of your business…guaranteed to improve your bottom line.
DOLLAR FOR DOLLAR, NO ASSOCIATION OFFERS MORE BUSINESS BUILDING TOOLS
• Get the business and technical “know-how” you need to run a profitable business and be successful in
an increasingly competitive market.
With over 250 education and training options, plus 24/7 online options for you and your employees,
PHCC is always focused on ways to improve your business. Interactive seminars and programs offered
throughout the country present business owners, project managers, foreman, apprentices and other
key staff with the skills they need.
• Meet other PHCC members at national, state and local events for advice, support, and more business.
When you join PHCC you become part of a unique network of people that share your high professional
standards and passion for the industry. As partners or competitors, you can always trust fellow members
to work with you so that everyone wins.
• Count on PHCC periodicals to keep you up-to-date on news, trends, and business solutions.
PHCC sifts through the clutter of industry news and publishes what you need to know in a simple,
concise FAPHCC quarterly e-newsletter, PHCC Online. PHCC’s quarterly newsletter, The PHCC
Connection, contains practical and implementable business strategies.
• Keep the national, state and local business environments conducive to your success with PHCC’s pro-
active legislative and regulatory initiatives.
Elected leaders and government regulators depend on PHCC to provide your perspective on proposed
legislation and regulations. From taxation and health care to small business and environmental issues –
your interests are protected.
• Profit from green resources to promote water and energy efficiency to your customers.
With building regulations mandating more water and energy ef cient systems and technologies and
consumers demanding products that save water, energy and money, PHCC can help you successfully
integrate green practices into your business.
• Save money on business expenses through exclusive arrangements with PHCC’s Preferred Service
Providers.
Total up your annual savings on fuel, business forms, eet service, uniforms, insurance, marketing and
website services – and see results in your bottom line.
EDUCATION RESOURCES
- CILB approved continuing education courses
- Continuing education at local chapter meetings for members
- CILB CE audit assistance
- National webinars
- Apprenticeship programs at sponsored local chapters
- GreenPlumbers USA® certifications
LEGISLATIVE / REGULATORY RESOURCES
- Legislative & regulatory PHCC representation - Local & State
- Legislative watchdog
- Representation in Washington, DC
- Unlicensed activity
MARKETING & BUSINESS RESOURCES
- Peer group opportunities - CCA, QSC, and UAC
- Annual State and National Convention and Trade Shows
- The PHCC Connection quarterly national magazine
- PHCC Online national weekly magazine
- Education Foundation’s personnel e-bulletin
- Local PHCC meetings
- Quarterly association board meetings
- Member web listing - National & State
- Listing in National membership directory
- State membership directory
- Press releases & legislative alerts
- Business & technical seminars
- Membership directory product guide
- Lending library
- Email on demand
- Business credibility
- Marketing seminars
- Expo product guide
- PHCC logo decals for trucks and windows
- Pre-printed promotional materials
LOCAL CHAPTERS
- Fellowship with like-minded people in the same business as you.
- Local chapters with apprenticeship programs for members to send their employees for training.
- Seminars with great speakers and topics ranging from business issues, insurance, new & innovative products, as well as code issues.
- Tabletop presentations introducing cutting edge products.
- Insurance, workers’ compensation and safety education by Federated Insurance.
- Required continuing education credits.
- Chapter 489 education & training.
- Interaction with inspectors who attend local monthly meetings.
- Representation on local licensing board.
- Aggressive stand to stamp out unlicensed activity.
- A buddy system.
- When you need a certain item late at night or temporary help, you can call on other members.
- Networking.
- When you are slow other members will send jobs they can’t get to.
- Newsletters to stay current with local chapter events and code issues.
- Website listing and information to public
MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS AT EVERY LEVEL
STATE ASSOCIATION
State lobbyist that pushes for laws that benefit our industry and blocks laws we oppose. Some current issues include:
- Installation and testing of backflow devices under a plumber’s scope of work.
- Unlicensed activity laws with teeth.
- Stopping intrusion of other trades into our scope of work.
- Stopping unfair trade practices by public utilities.
- Monitoring the Construction Industry Licensing Board meetings.
- Monitoring the Florida Building Commission and its technical advisory committee meetings that oversee the Building Code.
- Membership in the Florida Construction Coalition of lobbyists.
- Membership in the Florida Association of Plumbing, Gas and Mechanical Inspector Association.
- Website promotion of our members.
- Established personal relationships with state and local officials and legislators.
- Seminars and classes on topics including mold, hiring, business management and many others, most providing continuing education credits.
- Networking among members from other areas.
- State meetings to keep members informed on other chapter activities.
- Negotiated discounts on materials, tools, trucks and services.
- Annual State Convention where a wealth of knowledge at a very reasonable price can be gained.
- Assistance with licensing & code issues.
NATIONAL ASSOCATION
- Lobbyist to push our issues and monitor others that affect our trade.
- Unlimited free technical support through toll-free “Tech Line”
- Samples of employee manuals, contract documents, forms and jobsite safety meetings to comply with the latest OSHA requirements.
- Nationally recognized motivational speakers to get your business going.
- Scholarships at national level.
- Listserv - open forum idea sharing.
- A wealth of published information and online help.
- Network of members throughout the US willing to assist with technical problems.
- PHCC branded promotional tools Enhanced Service Groups: Construction Contractors Alliance, Quality Service Contractors and Union Affiliated Contractors.
- Technical and business education and training options including online resources and free webinars.
- Annual Convention with top-notch speakers and product displays to stay on the cutting edge of our industry.
- Direct Representation via a Zone Director to National PHCC Board on regional and local issues that concern the Association and the plumbing industry
February 22nd
MEMBER WEBINAR
Building Strong Foundations - How to acquire the great people that drive business success!
2:00pm - 3:00pm ET
February 29th
FREE MEMBER WEBINAR
BIM Technologies for Plumbing, Heating and Cooling Contractors
3:00pm - 4:00pm ET
March 28th
24TH ANNUAL PALM BEACH PHCC TRADE SHOW
South Florida Fairgrounds-Expo West
5:00pm - 8:00pm
9067 Southern Blvd., West Palm Beach
West Palm Beach, FL 33421
Call 561-740-1737 For Information
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