Contents

SEPTEMBER 2016
VOL. 46 ISSUE 9

COLUMNS

Focus

As voters prepare for the upcoming U.S. presidential election, employers must be careful to comply with applicable workplace laws.

Tech Today

The International Existing Building Code, 2015 Edition contains complex code requirements that may present reroofing challenges.

Capitol Hill

NRCA hopes legislation designed to attract workers to the roofing industry will pass Congress.

As I was saying …

NRCA is developing a significant national training program to address the current shortage of qualified roofing workers.

DEPARTMENTS

FEATURES

NRCA's most recent asphalt shingles product testing reveals some concerns.

Putting shingles to the test - NRCA product testing reveals some concerns with asphalt shingles

There are several steps employers can take to help employees achieve English fluency.

A path to English proficiency - Helping employees achieve fluency in English takes several steps

Eberhard Roofing & Waterproofing, Van Nuys, Calif., helps design and install a unique canopy roof system on Pomona College's Studio Art Hall, Claremont, Calif.

Roofing with art - Eberhard Roofing & Waterproofing helps design and install Pomona College's Studio Art Hall

Contractors must carefully read the terms and conditions of invoices and other documents to understand their implications.

Disputing the details - Contractors should closely read the terms and conditions of invoices and other documents to understand their rights

A state-by-state guide of key politics in the workplace laws can help employers respond appropriately to issues.

Politics in the workplace - A state-by-state guide helps employers survive the presidential election

Companies can increase leads and sales by turning customers into company promoters.

Under your influence - Turning customers into promoters of your company will help increase leads and sales