2017 Western States Tripartite Conference MOST Programs Update 2017 Western States Tripartite Conference

Mobilization, Optimization, Stabilization & Training (M.O.S.T) MOST is a Labor-Management Training and Education Trust MOST is Governed by a Board of Trustees ½ Union & ½ Employer MOST Overview

Mobilization, Optimization, Stabilization & Training (M.O.S.T) The MOST Trustees receive input from An Owners Advisory Committee A Business Manager Advisory Committee MOST Overview

What does MOST do? MOST develops and administers programs designed to enhance the safety culture, efficiency and cost effectiveness of Boilermakers MOST provides added value to all who use Boilermakers on construction and maintenance projects MOST Creates the Boilermaker Advantage MOST Overview

2017 WS Tripartite Conference MOST 2017 Program Overview

Timeline of MOST Programs 1988 - Common Arc Program Simultaneous weld testing by multiple contractors Welder can maintain certifications through any participating contractor Repository for records retention Syncs with individual’s MOST profile Greatly reduces weld testing costs to industry MOST Program Overview

Timeline of MOST Programs 1989 - Boilermaker Reserves Program Created as a tool to pair available Boilermakers with manpower needs throughout the U.S. 1991 - Substance Abuse Program Annual drug screening for all Boilermakers Random drug screening in accordance with owner/contractor requirements MOST Program Overview

Timeline of MOST Programs 1991 - Employee Verification Program Verification of a Boilermaker’s training, testing & certifications via a secure web portal 1992 - Safety Eyewear Program Provides prescription safety glasses to BMs 1993 - OSHA 10/30 Program Meets all OSHA requirements Significantly reduced injuries & associated cost MOST Program Overview

Timeline of MOST Programs 2000 - Scaffolding Program Scaffold erector & dismantler training Scaffold user training 2002 - Steel Erection Program Meets OSHA sub part R requirements 2004 - Project Management Program Designed to allow upper level supervisors to advance into project management roles MOST Program Overview

Timeline of MOST Programs 2006 - Recruitment Program Established to identify and recruit skilled manpower for Boilermaker jobs 2006 - Field Leadership Program Training for front line supervisors 2008 - Supplemental Rigging Program 4 unique modules emphasizing safe performance of various rigging operations MOST Program Overview

Timeline of MOST Programs 2012 - Boilermaker Delivery System Web based referral registration and dispatch system designed to expedite the staffing of Boilermakers in conjunction with owner and contractor requirements Works with the Local Lodge Referral Rules to ensure the Boilermakers dispatched are qualified, drug tested & safety trained MOST Program Overview

Timeline of MOST Programs 2015 - Boilermaker Code Program Educates Boilermakers on the cost of mistakes from the past and provides a clear path forward to enhance our future Full-day training consisting of Realistic cost analysis of negative actions Multiple supporting video segments Candid dialog with our Boilermakers MOST Program Overview

What do all of these programs cost? Only $0.34 per hour and it is already part of the Boilermaker wage and benefit package The return on this small investment creates millions of dollars in cost saving opportunity to our industry by reducing costs associated with injuries, accidents, redundant weld testing, etc. This truly creates the Boilermaker Advantage for all who participate in and utilize these programs MOST Program Overview

MOST The Boilermaker Advantage Questions? Additional information on any of these programs can be found at mostprograms.com or by contacting the MOST office at 800-395-1089 MOST Program Overview