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SUMMARY:Safety Forum - The Gravity of the Situation: Fall Protection Refresher
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, November 6\n7:00 AM – 8:30 AM\nBreakfast will be provided. \n\nJoin us for our quarterly MCAKC Safety Forum\, a gathering designed for safety professionals and anyone committed to improving jobsite safety. \nThis meeting is open to any safety professional or employee interested in safety who is employed with a contractor signatory to LU 8 or LU 533. \nThis special November session will begin with a featured presentation from Matt Henderson\, Regional Sales Manager with FallTech. \nThe Gravity of the Situation: Fall Protection Refresher\nGravity doesn’t take a day off\, and neither can our safety systems. This presentation covers the essentials of fall protection\, including the regulatory “why\,” the equipment “how\,” and the technical “what” of working safely at heights. Whether you’re looking for a refresher or practical insights to bring back to your team\, this session will reinforce the fundamentals of effective fall protection. \nGuest Speaker: Matt Henderson brings more than 15 years of experience in the construction industry\, beginning as an  IBEW electrician before transitioning into sales consulting for major power tool manufacturers and ultimately joining FallTech as a Regional Sales Manager. \nThroughout his career\, Matt has helped companies strengthen their safety programs by increasing engagement in incident prevention and fostering positive safety cultures through education\, communication\, and collaboration. His passion for safety and leadership has made him a trusted resource throughout the industry. \nIf time allows\, we’ll conclude the morning with our traditional Safety Forum roundtable discussion\, giving attendees an opportunity to ask questions\, share best practices\, and discuss current safety challenges with peers from across the industry. \nTo help get the conversation started\, please come prepared to share:\n \n\n\nOne safety idea or topic you’d like the group to discuss\nOne recent near miss or lesson learned\nOne safety question you have\n\nWhether you’re a seasoned safety professional or new to a safety role\, your perspective is valuable\, and we encourage everyone to join the conversation.
URL:https://mcakc.org/event/safety-forum-2/
LOCATION:10955 Lowell Avenue\, Overland Park\, KS\, 66210
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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SUMMARY:Safety Forum - Join Us for a Safety Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, February 5\n7:00 AM – 8:30 AM\nBreakfast will be provided. \n\nJoin us for our MCAKC Safety Forum\, a quarterly gathering designed for safety professionals and anyone passionate about improving jobsite safety. Participation is open and flexible. Join us to learn\, share\, and collaborate.\n \nTo help get the conversation started\, please come prepared to share:\n \n\nOne safety idea or topic you would like the group to discuss\nOne recent near miss or lesson learned\nOne safety question you have\n\n\nWhether you’re a seasoned safety professional or just interested in safety\, your participation is valuable.
URL:https://mcakc.org/event/safety-forum/
LOCATION:10955 Lowell Avenue\, Overland Park\, KS\, 66210
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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SUMMARY:VitalCog: Suicide Prevention in the Workplace
DESCRIPTION:Date:  \nFriday\, May 14\, 2026\nTime: 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM\nLocation: 10955 Lowell Ave 10th Floor Overland Park\, KS \nBreakfast Included! \nVitalCog is an interactive\, two-hour suicide prevention training designed specifically for the workplace. Participants will learn how to recognize warning signs\, start meaningful conversations\, and connect coworkers who may be struggling with appropriate support and resources. Through discussion and practical exercises\, the training helps build confidence around talking about mental health and suicide while promoting a workplace culture of help-seeking and help-giving.\n \n \nTarget Audience: Anyone employed by a mechanical contractor signatory to Local 8 or Local 533\, or by an MCAKC Associate Member company. \nCost: This program is offered at no charge to Signatory Contractors and Associate Members of the MCAKC.   \nInstructor\nJenny Devaney is a Project Coordinator with Cerris Systems\, where she has spent the past four years supporting both field and office teams and helping promote project success and collaboration. She serves as Chair of the Cerris Systems Kansas City Mental Wellbeing Committee and is an active member of the company’s broader mental wellbeing efforts. As a certified VitalCog Trainer and former educator\, Jenny is passionate about fostering psychological safety\, mental wellbeing\, and meaningful workplace connections. Drawing from both personal and professional experiences with mental health\, she brings a relatable and practical perspective to conversations about supporting wellbeing in the workplace and beyond.\n\nCancellation Policy \n\nCancellations for this MCAKC event must be received at least 2 business days prior to the event by email to learn@mcakc.org or by phone at 913-948-9200. \nRegistrants who do not cancel and do not attend (“No Shows”)\, except in the case of an emergency\, will be invoiced $100.
URL:https://mcakc.org/event/vitalcog-suicide-prevention-in-the-workplace/
LOCATION:10955 Lowell Avenue\, Overland Park\, KS\, 66210
CATEGORIES:Session: 1 - 3 hrs
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