Philadephia Elevator Constructors help disabled U.S Army Veteran regain some independence.

A Lift for A Vet is a charity started by The International Union of Elevator Constructors (IUEC) and IUEC Local 5 (Philadelphia) wishing to help veterans in need. A Lift for A Vet has installed hundreds of stairlifts, wheelchair lifts and residential elevators for veterans of all wars.

Recently, A Lift for A Vet installed an outdoor lift in Millsboro, DE for U.S Army Veteran Bob Murphy who served in Vietnam.  The lift, materials, time and labor were all donated so that there is no cost to the veteran.

On this particular installation, all of the IUEC members that donated their skills and time happened to also be veterans of the U.S military. There was an overwhelming sense of pride knowing that their efforts would be helping to give some independence to Bob Murphy as well as his wife Beth who helps him stay mobile. For more information on the program, including how to donate, visit IUEC Local 5 (Philadelphia).

For another recent “Lift for A Vet” project out of Boston, MA please check out our blog entry from April, 2022.

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Safety Stand Down Day 2022

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Every year on April 28th the Elevator Industry recognized the Safety Stand Down Day. Deliberately coinciding with Workers Memorial Day in the United States and the National Day of Mourning in Canada, across the Elevator Industry this day is dedicated to education and raising awareness on safety.

Safety advocates in the elevator industry have always been trying to bring safety to the forefront of our industry. Recognizing this, employers from across the industry held safety meetings, toolbox talks, and sent out safety messages to promote a safer workplace for all workers.

 

This year Safety Stand Down Day held an additional meaning for many, as for the first time, the elevator industry’s working contract (negotiated every 5 years between IUEC and employers throughout the country) included a safety article – a collaborative effort that was added to further protect workers from potential injuries and fatalities.

 

Visit the IUEC Safety Page to access links for Life After Loss Videos, OSHA’s National Stand Down to Prevent Falls in Construction, and other useful tools as the industry Stands Down for Safety.

 

To listen to an important safety message from International Union of Elevator Constructors General President Frank Christensen, please call 1-888-618-0613 (toll free in the U.S. and Canada).

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Developing a Safety Culture at Home

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Elevator Industry Safety experts advocate for safety in the building and construction workplace in general, and in the elevator industry in particular. In a continuous effort to educate elevator constructors and improve safety, experts are trying to expand on the meaning of working safe and looking at expanding the safety culture.

Elevator Industry Work Preservation Fund (EIWPF at www.eiwpf.org) just published a Q&A with safety expert Justin Ganschow of Caterpillar Safety Services in Peoria, Illinois touching on many aspects as to why employee safety behavior and a culture of safety at home is an important matter. Please check it out here: https://www.eiwpf.org/developing-a-safety-culture-at-home

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Elevator Constructors Union Ratifies New Collective Bargaining Agreement

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Every 5 years the International Union of Elevator Constructors (IUEC) enters into a collectively bargained agreement with elevator companies across the United States. The agreement addresses a range of issues ranging from work jurisdiction, compensation for the work performed to on-the-job safety and as such impacts the entire elevator industry for the next 5 years.

Typically, IUEC signs two collectively bargained agreements; one is with National Elevator Bargaining Association (NEBA) which includes the 6 largest elevator industry employers in the US (Otis, Schindler, Fujitec America, Kone, Mitsubishi, North American Elevator Service, and TKE), while the other one is with The Elevator Contractors of America (ECA), which is an employer group of independent signatory contractors.

In early April 2022, hundreds of delegates representing the more than 31,000 members of the International Union of Elevator Constructors (IUEC) gathered in Washington DC to review, debate, and ultimately vote on a new collective bargaining agreement.

Once the contract had been successfully ratified, IUEC General President Frank Christensen released a statement reflecting on the ratification. In his statement, GP Christensen touts contract provisions such as increased wages, robust healthcare and retirement benefits, and the establishment of a first-ever labor-management safety committee. In his statement, the union leader recognizes the value of strong partnerships between labor and management, and stresses the importance of working with contractor partners to address pertinent safety issues.

Read the full statement here:

“Delegates from coast to coast came together and got the job done. With increased wages and a strong benefits package, the new contract is a victory for our union, our members, and our members’ families – supporting it was a no-brainer. What’s more, the contract increases funding to advance industry safety initiatives, as well as grow market share.

“Two things matter most to me – ensuring my brothers and sisters are taken care of from a pay and benefits standpoint and keeping them safe on the job. While lucrative and fulfilling, a career in the elevator trade is an innately dangerous job. From falls to electrical hazards, so much can, and unfortunately does, sometimes go wrong. That’s why, as part of the new agreement, there was a renewed commitment to continuing education and safety, including the formation of a first-ever labor-management safety committee.

“The organized elevator industry recognizes the importance of collaborating with contractor partners to effectively identify and address both general construction and industry-specific safety issues. The reality is this: For the elevator industry to be a safer one, a strong partnership must exist between labor and management. Together, we can and will do everything in our power to see that, at the end of the day, all workers go home safely.”

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The Importance of Continuing Education in the Elevator Industry

Eric Rittenhouse, an instructor with National Elevator Industry Education Program (NEIEP at www.neiep.org)  recently sat down with us to share his thoughts on why the NEIEP apprenticeship and continuing education programs are important for elevator constructors.

Some of the areas he highlights include why it’s necessary to teach elevator constructors about typical real-life scenarios and unusual issues that can arise in the field. He also underscores the critical role of continuing education in helping experienced elevator constructors adapt to the constantly evolving technological landscape in the elevator industry.

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Boston Elevator Constructors Provide Lifts for Local Veterans

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Union elevator constructors in Boston have been quite busy in 2022 – just a few months into the new year, and the Boston union’s officers and members have already installed elevators at the homes of two veterans at no cost to the veterans.

The International Union of Elevator Constructors (IUEC) calls the program Lift for a Vet. It originated in, and is still run out of, IUEC Local 5 in Philadelphia. The program – one that has helped hundreds of veterans nationwide to date – is a nonprofit with a mission to purchase and install elevators, home lifts, stair lifts, and wheelchair lifts in the residences of disabled veterans.

Along with their normal work routines, IUEC members donate their time, as well as their skills and deep knowledge of the trade, to help ensure veterans can live as independently as possible while having access to the vertical transportation systems best suited to their needs.

“Helping the brave men and women who served our country – that’s the goal. It’s all about giving back,” said IUEC Local 4 Business Manager and second-generation elevator constructor Tim Morgan. “At the end of the day, giving back to the selfless people who dedicated their life to service is the greatest reward. Seeing the smiles on the veterans’ faces – I can assure you that it means more than any paycheck.”

Single-digit temperatures did not stop the hardworking team – including members of Boston-based IUEC Local 4 along with members of other trades – from stepping up to get the job done.

For one veteran, getting the job done meant installing a chair lift to help him more easily enter his residence.

“Our members have the utmost respect for veterans. Lift for a Vet is a program designed to help our nation’s heroes – they sacrificed so much for us, and any limitations they may face, it’s our responsibility to help them overcome any chance we get,” said Morgan.

The IUEC and its local unions collaborate to raise money for Lift for a Vet. As disabled veterans needing home lifts come forward or are otherwise identified, IUEC Local 5 uses the program’s funds to purchase lifts. Then, union elevator constructors in the veteran’s locality perform the installations of said lifts at no cost to the veteran.

“We want to empower disabled veterans any way we can – if installing a lift helps a veteran gain easier access to his or her home, then we’ve done our job. We’re so grateful for every donation to Lift for a Vet. The more funds they receive, the more veterans we can service – and there’s never a financial burden that falls on the veterans or their families. It’s truly a great program,” added Morgan. “The veterans we help are always incredibly grateful – and our union is proud to serve the men and women who served our nation.”

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Elevator Hoistway Safety And Need For Vigilance

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Elevator hoistway safety has long been one of the top concerns of safety experts in the elevator industry. Elevator safety experts have been advocating for both employers and workers prioritizing this aspect together. Following guidelines, complying with rules and regulations, as well as educating workers on the ins and outs of hoistway safety are all part of the equation of improving safety and saving lives.

In collaboration with other safety experts, Elevator Industry Work Preservation Fund (www.eiwpf.org) has put together a comprehensive guide to improving elevator hoistway safety. This thorough work is a result of several decades in the industry and a collaboration with other experienced elevator safety experts. Please check it out below.

GUIDELINES FOR HOISTWAY SAFETY

Always follow the company safety policy, always perform a JHA/JSA and remember the OSH act of 1970 – General Duty Clause

SEC.5.Duties

  1.  Each employer
    1. Shall furnish to each of his employees’ employment and a place of employment which are free from recognized hazards that are causing or are likely to cause death or serious physical harm to his employees.
    2. Shall comply with occupational safety and health standards promulgated under this Act.
  2. Each employee shall comply with occupational safety and health standards and all rules, regulations, and orders issued pursuant to this Act which are applicable to his own actions and conduct.

Field Employee Safety Handbook

8.3 Hoistway Screening

Where an elevator is operating in a multiple hoistway, and construction or modernization work is to be performed in an adjacent portion of that multiple hoistway, that portion of the elevator’s hoistway where the work is to be performed shall be fully separated. The material used for this separation shall:

  1. be equal to or stronger than 0.0437 in. (1.118 mm) dia. wire.
  2. have openings not exceeding 1 in. (25 mm).
  3. be so supported and braced so as to not deflect into the code required running clearance of the adjacent car; and
  4. be in accordance with local code.

8.4 Overhead Protection

  1. Overhead protection shall be provided in the hoistway and in any other work area where there is exposure to falling objects. This protection is to prevent all parts of the body from being struck by falling tools, debris, small parts, etc.
  2. In general, overhead protection can be achieved by one or a combination of the following examples:
    1. False cars with roofs/netting designed and selected by the company.
    2. Installation of an overhead barrier directly above the work area which covers all areas where field personnel have to stand or reach to install hoistway components.
    3. Protection of all hoistway openings above the work area (e.g.: installation of hoistway doors or protective screening)
    4. Sealing off corridors to prevent other trades from working near or passing by wall openings
    5. Walls are in place and all hoistway doors closed
    6. Guarding all holes in the machine room and secondary levels
    7. Prohibiting simultaneous work in hoistway and machine room with unguarded holes
    8. Prohibiting simultaneous work in common hoistways where no hoistway screening exists between hoistways
    9. Prohibiting storage of materials within 6ft. (1.8m) of hoistway openings.
  3. All cases where objects have fallen down the hoistway must be immediately investigated and reported by the mechanic in charge. Once the cause for this occurrence has been identified, it will be mitigated by the company or the MIC.

4.2 Guardrail Systems

General
OSHA compliant guardrail systems for car tops, open hoistways or escalator wellways shall have a top rail 42 in. ±3 in. (1067 mm ±76 mm) high, with a mid-rail 21 in. (533 mm) high at centerline and toeboards. 3-1/2 in. (90 mm) high, with no greater than 8 ft (2.4 m) between uprights and shall be capable of sustaining a force equal to 200 lbs. (890 N) at the toprail, 150 lbs. (667 N) at the midrail, and 50 lbs. (222 N) at the toeboard. When 200 lbs (890 N) is applied, the top rail shall not deflect lower than 39 in. (991 mm)

  1. OSHA compliant removable guardrail systems with toeboards shall be installed at elevator hoistways or escalator wellways typically by the General Contractor, after either rough or finished floors are in place.
  2. Signs shall be installed warning against removal. It is also recommended that a sign indicate “Caution: Workers in Hoistway.”
  3. After hoistways are enclosed, and before permanent doors are installed, openings shall be protected by removable guardrail systems (including toeboards).
  4. If it is necessary to remove the guardrails, be sure to replace them before leaving the area. When a guardrail is removed to perform a job, a personal fall-arrest system must be utilized when a fall hazard is present.
  5. Wire-rope guardrail systems are not recommended for guarding hoistways. Where used, post spacing shall not be greater than 8 ft (2.4 m) and they shall not deflect to a height less than 39 in. above the walking/ working level when a force of 200 lbf (890 N) is applied. Warning flags shall be attached every 6 ft (1.8 m), toeboards shall be provided and they must be easily removable for access to the hoistway at the terminal landings.
  6. If guardrails are not properly maintained in place, notify your Superintendent/Manager and the General Contractor immediately.
  7. On new installation, modernization, or major repair jobs where the general public is present, solid barricades at least 8 ft (2.4 m) high shall be used to fully enclose the work areas, open hoistways and escalator wellways.
    They shall be properly secured to avoid unauthorized access.
  8. Some cartops are equipped with guardrail systems. Never climb over or stand on guardrails. Be aware of pinch hazards and the risk of being caught between a
    guardrail and hoistway equipment.

4.4 Elevator Maintenance Barricades

  1. Barricade shall be positioned to restrict public access to the hoistway where doors are open greater than 5 in. (125 mm).
  2. Barricade shall be a minimum of 42 in. (1067 mm) high.
  3. Barricade shall cover entire entrance area.
  4. All sections shall be connected.
  5. A system shall be in place to keep the barricades rigid.

Section 10
PORTABLE LADDERS / SCAFFOLDS / STATIONARY WORK PLATFORMS

<h2″>10.1 Scaffolds and Stationary Work Platforms

  1. Scaffolds and stationary work platforms shall be erected in accordance with approved safety standards under the supervision of a Competent Person (see Section 21).
  2. When used, wooden or synthetic planks shall be marked as scaffold-grade.
  3. The assembly and disassembly of scaffolds and stationary work platforms shall be done using a safety harness and lifeline anytime there is more than a 6 ft (1.8 m) fall exposure.
  4. Ladders are required to reach working surfaces more than 2 ft (610 mm) above or below the point of access.
  5. In hoistways, at least two 2 in. (51 mm) by 10 in. (254 mm) planks must be used with a minimum of 6 in. (152 mm) of bearing and a maximum of 12 in. (305 mm) of overhang beyond the bearing surface. The span shall not exceed 10 ft (3.05 m) for a single plank. The planks shall be cleated to prevent movement.
  6. No planks shall be of such length as to extend into passageways where there is a possibility of planking being bumped by the movement of people, materials or equipment through the area.
  7. Under no circumstances shall others be permitted to use the Elevator Company’s scaffolds, scaffolding materials or stationary work platforms unless approved by your Supervisor/Manager. Under no circumstances shall the elevator company use other trade scaffolds or stationary work platforms unless approved by your Supervisor/ Manager.
  8. If it is necessary to have workers below the work area, make sure cover protection is provided. A minimum of 3/4 in. (19 mm) plywood on 2 in. (51 mm) planking shall be used.
  9. Never erect scaffolding or stationary work platforms in an active hoistway, unless the car has been completely shut down and the mainline disconnect switch locked out and tagged.
  10. Do not climb cross braces on scaffolds.
  11. When using tubular welded frame scaffold, the sections shall be joined together using the lock pins provided for that purpose.
  12. Spacing between ladder rungs shall meet OSHA standards.
  13. Scaffolds shall be equipped with baseplates.
  14. Scaffolds and stationary work platforms shall be tied into the building with rigid connectors spaced 4 times the minimum width at intervals not exceeding 26 ft (7.9 m).
  15. Unless the scaffold is fully planked and equipped with proper guardrails and toeboards, the employee shall be tied off using a personal fall-arrest system.
  16. Scaffolding shall be inspected for damage and proper assembly each day before use.

Overhead Protection

Never work at staggered elevations in the same hoistway or common hoistways without overhead protection and / or hoistway screening.

OSHA GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Falling object protection. [ 1926.451 (h)]

1926.451(h)(1)

In addition to wearing hardhats each employee on a scaffold shall be provided with additional protection from falling hand tools, debris, and other small objects through the installation of toeboards, screens, or guardrail systems, or through the erection of debris nets, catch platforms, or canopy structures that contain or deflect the falling objects. When the falling objects are too large, heavy or massive to be contained or deflected by any of the above-listed measures, the employer shall place such potential falling objects away from the edge of the surface from which they could fall and shall secure those materials as necessary to prevent their falling.

1926.451(h)(2)

Where there is a danger of tools, materials, or equipment falling from a scaffold and striking employees below, the following provisions apply:

1926.451(h)(2)(i)

The area below the scaffold to which objects can fall shall be barricaded, and employees shall not be permitted to enter the hazard area; or

1926.451(h)(2)(ii)

A toeboard shall be erected along the edge of platforms more than 10 feet (3.1 m) above lower levels for a distance sufficient to protect employees below, except on float (ship) scaffolds where an edging of 3/4 x 1 1/2-inch (2 x 4 cm) wood or equivalent may be used in lieu of toeboards;

1926.451(h)(2)(iii)

Where tools, materials, or equipment are piled to a height higher than the top edge of the toeboard, paneling or screening extending from the toeboard or platform to the top of the guardrail shall be erected for a distance sufficient to protect employees below; or

1926.451(h)(2)(iv)

A guardrail system shall be installed with openings small enough to prevent passage of potential falling objects; or

1926.451(h)(2)(v)

A canopy structure, debris net, or catch platform strong enough to withstand the impact forces of the potential falling objects shall be erected over the employees below.

1926.451(h)(3)

Canopies, when used for falling object protection, shall comply with the following criteria:

1926.451(h)(3)(i)

Canopies shall be installed between the falling object hazard and the employees.

1926.451(h)(3)(ii)

When canopies are used on suspension scaffolds for falling object protection, the scaffold shall be equipped with additional independent support lines equal in number to the number of points supported, and equivalent in strength to the strength of the suspension ropes.

1926.451(h)(3)(iii)

Independent support lines and suspension ropes shall not be attached to the same points of anchorage.

1926.451(h)(4)

Where used, toeboards shall be:

1926.451(h)(4)(i)

Capable of withstanding, without failure, a force of at least 50 pounds (222 n) applied in any downward or horizontal direction at any point along the toeboard (toeboards built in accordance with Appendix A to this subpart will be deemed to meet this requirement); and

1926.451(h)(4)(ii)

At least three and one-half inches (9 cm) high from the top edge of the toeboard to the level of the walking/working surface. Toeboards shall be securely fastened in place at the outermost edge of the platform and have not more than 1/4-inch (0.7 cm) clearance above the walking/working surface. Toeboards shall be solid or with openings not over one inch (2.5 cm) in the greatest dimension.

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Mayor of Arlington, TX Applauds National Elevator Industry Educational Program

The International Union of Elevator Constructors (IUEC) recently joined the National Elevator Industry Educational Program (NEIEP) and IUEC Local 21 to highlight the value of hands-on training and education opportunities in the Elevator Industry. Attendees ranged from local lawmakers, including Mayor Jim Ross of Arlington, Texas, to elevator industry stakeholders ranging from entities focused on elevator safety and elevator education to elevator businesses.

“On behalf of the more than 700 hardworking men and women represented by our union in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, I am proud of this week’s open house. Attendees left with a firm understanding of the ins and outs of our apprenticeship training program,” said International Union of Elevator Constructors Local 21 Business Manager Ryan Donnell.

Mayor Jim Ross, who was elected in June 2021, attended the event not only to show his support for the apprenticeship training program developed by NEIEP and IUEC, but to also thank IUEC members for the work they do to keep the community and its riding public safe.

“I am so impressed by the education program of the International Union of Elevator Constructors. As a public official, and more importantly, as a father and grandfather, nothing should come before safety,” said Mayor Jim Ross. “The men and women of this great union master everything from electricity to hydraulics. It’s truly impressive. These workers – ones who are properly trained and licensed – must be the same ones building, servicing, and repairing elevators and other conveyances. There is no way around that. These are complex pieces of machinery, and I want my family, and every family, to ride on elevators that are nothing but safe.”

NEIEP offers hands-on training that utilizes labs, assorted training aids, text materials, and video to all participants. The main responsibilities of the U.S. Department of Labor-accredited program are managing and directing the implementation of curricula; designing, administering, and monitoring probationary training and evaluation program for all new hires entering the trade; administering a distance learning program for eligible students; and conducting seminars to improve the teaching skills and techniques of instructors.

“Safety – that’s what sets us apart from the non-union industry,” said National Elevator Industry Educational Program Area Coordinator Jerome Ramirez. “Upon completion of the program, NEIEP students are prepared for their mechanic exam. The exam – proctored by an independent third party which helps maintain the integrity of our program – is something our students feel confident taking, as the IUEC’s education and training program, as well as our continuing education opportunities, are unparalleled. We set up our students for success. Keeping workers safe on the job and the riding public safe as they go about their everyday lives means that all elevator constructors should graduate from an accredited program. Education and training are the only ways to be proactive in keeping people safe.”

“Our members’ training is demanding to say the least, and that’s what makes them the safest, most successful workforce in the industry,” said International Union of Elevator Constructors Local 21 Business Representative David Lopez. “Safety is at the core of all we do. Our union knows that when education and training are prioritized, both workers and the riding public are safer – at the end of the day, that’s what it’s all about.”

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Elevator pit ladder safety takes center stage

The men and women who work on elevators every day understand the risks associated with the pit ladder. Elevator Industry Work Preservation Fund National Coordinator Scott Russell recognized the hazards associated with pit ladders and had an idea to improve safety– an idea that could make a real, industry-wide difference.

Russell brought his idea to industry leaders and experts, and the response was overwhelmingly positive. Working together with other elevator industry experts, the team came up with multiple ways to automatically shut off the elevator if someone is on the pit ladder. Better yet, this wasn’t another process. It wouldn’t add stress on any worker. The solution included simple, straightforward components such as adding pressure sensors to ladder rungs. The new solution is automated – a smarter pit ladder that could ultimately save lives and make the elevator industry a safer place.

Working in the elevator industry is tough. Improving safety for the riding public and elevator mechanics should always be a top priority. In that regard, Russell’s invention is a cost-effective measure that is easy to implement and will make an immediate impact in improving safety. Take a moment to check out Russell’s vision coming to life in the following video.

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Winnipeg’s tallest office building receives historic elevator upgrades

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The tallest office building in Winnipeg, Manitoba is currently receiving historic elevator upgrades. In fact, the 33-story building is undergoing the largest elevator modernization project in the city’s history. The project, spearheaded by TK Elevator Canada, is quite remarkable – considering the building is Winnipeg’s tallest office building and happens to be located at what is widely referred to as the coldest and windiest intersection in Canada.

When speaking about the significance of the job, TK Elevator Canada Supervisor Vince Levenec mentioned the intersection of Portage and Main in downtown Winnipeg as having been included in the chorus of Randy Bachman and Neil Young song – “Prairie Town” is the song, and the famous line is “Portage and Main…50 below.”

The iconic building – which is located at 201 Portage Avenue – was constructed more than 30 years ago. Today, the office building is receiving updates to its high-rise, low-rise, and service elevators, as well as a shuttle elevator. In total, twelve elevators are part of the modernization project.

The benefits of an elevator modernization investment are vast – ranging from improved reliability to reduced energy costs. At its core, elevator modernization is the process of upgrading an elevator and its key parts; however, modernization is so much more than that. Ultimately, a modernization makes a lift not only safer, but also more reliable. The modernization process also helps ensure a more efficient performance and can even prevent problems in the long run.

According to TK Elevator Canada, the upgrades to the elevators at 201 Portage Avenue will help increase the elevators’ efficiency and reduce overall energy consumption, as sustainable regenerative drives are being installed that harness unused energy captured for reuse in the building.

All workers on the Winnipeg job – an office building actively occupied by tenants, meaning all units could not be shut down at once – are proud members of the International Union of Elevator Constructors (IUEC) Local 102. IUEC Local 102 Vice President Chris Johnson, one of the first workers on the job, has played a key role in the modernization project since its inception. He explained that the elevator constructors are working in teams of two to four – with teams working hard to get each elevator completed before moving on to the next unit.

Johnson, as well as Levenec, expressed the excitement of working on this particular modernization job. Donny Daigneault, who is currently the lead mechanic on the 201 Portage Avenue modernization job, echoed this sentiment – adding that the project has been nothing short of special.

Daigneault, who has been with TK Elevator Canada since his first days in the trade roughly 20 years ago, explained that, for him and many elevator constructors, modernization jobs are the most challenging – which is part of what Daigneault says, at times, makes modernization jobs more interesting than others. He went on to describe the high-speed, gearless technology involved in a job of this scale and the “work safe” mission.

“I’ve been in the modernization division for the majority of my career,” said Daigneault. “Every day, safety is our top priority – and that goes for all jobs. We do safety talks to kick off each day. If we’re doing electrical work, for instance, we talk about all potential risks and how to avoid injuries.”

Johnson, Levenec, and Daigneault agree that, in the signatory elevator industry, safety always comes first. The 201 Portage Avenue job, which has been going on for about a year now, has completion dates and other goals just like any other job. That said, an elevator constructor’s main focus is doing his or her best job – and doing one’s best job means focusing on quality while ensuring each part of the job is performed safely.

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