The Steel Erectors Association of America (SEAA) is proud to announce EZARC Building Solutions, based in Lindon, Utah, has joined its network of SEAA/NCCER Ironworker Training Units and Assessment Sites. Known for its excellence in structural steel erection and fabrication, and specialization in the semiconductor industry, EZARC brings unique strengths to SEAA’s training initiatives.
As one of the fastest-growing companies in Utah, EZARC Building Solutions upholds an exceptional commitment to safety, with an impressive EMR of 0.67 and a TRIR of 0.35. In addition, the company is AISC Certified and woman-owned. SEAA’s Board of Directors voted in January to endorse a series of certification programs offered by the National Institute of Steel Detailing.
“Every Steel project starts with the detailing phase. Detailers are the first to put “on paper” how the design of a structure is to be put together. Having quality detailers that are familiar with OSHA requirements and erector best practices eliminates many hazards right from the start,” said David Deem, President of Deem Structural Services and SEAA board member. He added: “NISD has always encouraged their members to be proactive in that regard. Their certification and training programs serve as another way to ensure a quality steel product can be completed safely and efficiently.” The programs include: Individual Detailer Certification, Quality Procedures Program, and CD-BIM Certification. Learn more at https://www.nisd.org/. “This is a great example of how related groups can work together to improve safety and education for all members of the steel industry be they union, open shop, detailers, fabricators, erectors, ironworkers, or rodbusters,” said Jack Metcalfe, SEAA board member and industry liaison to NISD. It is with great reverence and our sincerest condolences that SEAA announces the passing of Eddie Williams. From his beginning as a rebar laborer in 1952 to Chairman of the Board of Buckner Companies, Eddie Williams devoted his life to the betterment of the steel construction industry. He was one of the founding fathers of SEAA and he was instrumental in ensuring the organization’s success through the decades.
To honor him, the SEAA Board of Directors voted on January 17, to name the annual Person of the Year award after him. “We would not be the organization we are today without his guiding influence. We chose to rebrand the award as ‘The Eddie’ as an acknowledgement of the devotion Eddie Williams had to this association for the purpose of improving the ironworking profession,” said David Deem, Deem Structural Services, and member of SEAA’s Executive Committee. SEAA, on behalf of its members, submitted comments to OSHA's proposed rule on Heat Injury and Illness Prevention in Outdoor and Indoor Work Settings. The comments were developed with input from member companies and SEAA's Safety & Education Committee.
Earlier this month, Trivent Safety Consulting opened its doors to the members of the Steel Erectors Association of America at their state-of-the-art training facility in Wheat Ridge, Colorado, creating a platform for vital safety education. Trivent trainers guided participants through best practices and strategies designed to mitigate risks associated with falls. Trivent showcased demonstrations of rescue from a fall arrest system using their specialized training tower. Attendees also gained insights into various types of rescue equipment and techniques that are essential for maintaining worker safety on construction sites. The demos emphasized the importance of being aware of orthostatic intolerance—an often-overlooked condition that can affect workers who have been suspended after a fall. The hands-on experience allowed industry professionals to engage directly with advanced safety protocols and tools necessary for effective emergency response in high-risk environments, underscoring the Trivent Safety Consulting’s commitment to fostering a culture of safety within the steel erection industry.
SEAA is committed to supporting rebar placers, structural erectors, decking contractors and fabricators. Starting October 1, SEAA is offering a special incentive for new members. Sign up for a 2025 membership and start taking advantage of your membership benefits right away! The average membership fee is just $1,630. The value of benefits offered—$30,000.
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Don’t miss out on these valuable resources. For more information, contact SEAA’s Director of Membership & Business Development, Keri Goldstein, at [email protected]. The Dave Schulz Memorial Golf Tournament returned to the Golf Club at Omni Interlocken earlier this month. The tournament was named for former SEAA President (2018-2019) and 2009 Person of the Year Dave Schulz, who passed in 2020.
Funds raised during this tournament and from the Boom Lift Ball Drop, sponsored by United Rentals, supports Safety & Education projects for the association. The association would like to thank all of the players, sponsors, volunteers, and the SEAA staff who helped make this another successful event! View photos from the event here.
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