After years of mutual collaboration, MCAA and the American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) have formalized the relationship with a memorandum of understanding (MOU) designed to provide greater access to resources, strengthen advocacy, and create safer jobsites around the country.

Earlier this year, Raffi Elchemmas, MCAA Executive Director of Safety, Health and Risk Management, welcomed ASSP CEO Jennifer McNelly to keynote the annual safety and health conference in Tucson, Arizona. MCAA members heard from McNelly on leadership, culture, and her personal career experiences. McNelly received a standing ovation from conference attendees in a very memorable experience for all involved. 

“We recognize the benefits of collaboration to improve occupational safety and health practices while elevating the voice of our profession,” said ASSP President Pam Walaski in a statement. “Together we strive to strengthen advocacy efforts, implement programs and create standards that reduce worker illnesses, injuries and fatalities.”

Our work together will widen the access to safety professionals through greater involvement in MCAA’s Safety & Health Conference – one of the longest-running construction safety conferences. The annual event offers training and education courses designed to improve safety practices among mechanical contractors.

Timothy J Brink, MCAA CEO said, “Reflecting on our years of mutual effort and shared goals, I’m excited to announce MCAA’s formal alliance with ASSP, marking a significant stride towards enhancing workplace safety nationwide. This collaboration unites MCAA & ASSP in a commitment to elevate safety standards and disseminate vital knowledge to countless construction jobsite professionals.”