SMACNA scolds open shops for skimpy training. (Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors' National Association)

From: Air Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration News | Date: August 14, 1989 | Copyright information

SMACNA scolds open shops for skimpy training

VIENNA, Va. -- The Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors' National Association (SMACNA) is questioning the commitment of open-shop contractors to craft work force training.

"The results of a recent survey show that, on an average, only 18% of an open-shop contractor's craft work force has completed any type of formal training -- clearly inadequate in this era of stressing quality construction," said SMACNA pres...

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