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wabuildingtrades.bsky.social @wabuildingtrades.bsky.social · 5d

Construction workers face some of the highest suicide rates of any industry, more than twice the national average. A somber reminder for World Mental Health Day on Oct. 10, 2025, to check in with those around you, ask for help, and offer help.

#WorldMentalHealthDay2025 #988Lifeline

wabuildingtrades.bsky.social @wabuildingtrades.bsky.social · Sep 10

Thank you, @governorferguson.bsky.social, for championing working people and making this a convention we’ll never forget!

wabuildingtrades.bsky.social @wabuildingtrades.bsky.social · Sep 10

PLAs ensure fair wages, protect workers’ rights, and ensure projects are completed on time and with the highest standards. With this executive action, Washington is once again leading the way in putting workers first and building a future we can all be proud of.

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wabuildingtrades.bsky.social @wabuildingtrades.bsky.social · Sep 10

By signing an executive order requiring PLAs on critical infrastructure projects over $35M, the Governor has reaffirmed a simple truth: workers deserve fair pay, strong protections, and the ability to provide for their families.

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wabuildingtrades.bsky.social @wabuildingtrades.bsky.social · Sep 10

A convention to remember!

We extend our deepest gratitude to @governorferguson.bsky.social for standing shoulder-to-shoulder with working people at our 66th Convention in Wenatchee.

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wabuildingtrades.bsky.social @wabuildingtrades.bsky.social · Sep 6

Huge thanks to Ray Dumas and Neil Hartman for lending a hand today. 🙌 We’re so excited to see everyone soon and grateful to all who’ve pitched in to help us get ready.

Safe travels, and see you in Wenatchee!

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wabuildingtrades.bsky.social @wabuildingtrades.bsky.social · Sep 6

We’re gearing up for our 66th Convention in Wenatchee! 🎉 Bags are stuffed, papers have been sorted, and—miraculously—we’ve managed to avert any paper cuts along the way 😅

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wabuildingtrades.bsky.social @wabuildingtrades.bsky.social · Aug 29

This weekend we honor the working people who build our infrastructure, care for our families, defend our freedoms, and keep our communities strong.

We hope you have a safe, happy Labor Day weekend!

wabuildingtrades.bsky.social @wabuildingtrades.bsky.social · Aug 29

On Labor Day 1942, the U.S. government sent this telegram reminding the nation that American victory depended on American workers. More than 80 years later, that truth remains: without labor, nothing moves forward.

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Washington State Department of Labor and Industries (L&I) @lniwa.bsky.social · Aug 4

Registration is open for #SafeAndSoundWeek Aug. 11-17.
Get a jump on the week by posting a photo showing how you’re working safely.
Tag us @lniwa.bsky.social to share your safety successes!
And be sure to register: https://www.osha.gov/safeandsoundweek.

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wabuildingtrades.bsky.social @wabuildingtrades.bsky.social · Aug 5

Please visit www.wabuildingtrades.org/candidates.h... to see our list of endorsed candidates, and vote like workers' rights depend on it!

Candidates

At the heart of all union work is the ability to organize, bargain, and act collectively to improve the lives of workers and their families. Nothing is more essential to making this work possible...

www.wabuildingtrades.org

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wabuildingtrades.bsky.social @wabuildingtrades.bsky.social · Aug 5

It's Primary Election Day!
--Register or update info and vote in person by 8 p.m.
--Mailed ballot must be postmarked by today.
--Official ballot drop boxes are open until 8 p.m.

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wabuildingtrades.bsky.social @wabuildingtrades.bsky.social · Jul 26

Congratulations, Jeremy Clevenger, for receiving the Bruce Brennan Award for excellence in apprenticeship, at the @wslc.bsky.social convention!

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wabuildingtrades.bsky.social @wabuildingtrades.bsky.social · Jul 23

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wabuildingtrades.bsky.social @wabuildingtrades.bsky.social · Jul 23

We had a great time on the first day of the 2025 Washington State Labor Council Convention with our union siblings and Building Trades family!

#solidarity

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wabuildingtrades.bsky.social @wabuildingtrades.bsky.social · Jul 7

The Enlighten Women's Forum 2026 planning team wants to hear from you! Please scan the QR code and take the survey - your input is invaluable for the planning of this event.

wabuildingtrades.bsky.social @wabuildingtrades.bsky.social · Jul 1

We are proud to have endorsed the following candidates for the 2025 Special Election!

@victoriahunt.com
@vandanaslatter.bsky.social

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wabuildingtrades.bsky.social @wabuildingtrades.bsky.social · Jun 20

Happy Birthday to our amazing Cheri Bookheimer! Your hard work and dedication are unmatched, and they make a profound impact on all of us. We hope your day is filled with all the things that make you happiest. Have a fantastic celebration—you deserve it! 🎉🎈

wabuildingtrades.bsky.social @wabuildingtrades.bsky.social · Jun 19

But safety is not just about PPE, procedures, and practices. It’s also about creating a culture of safety and inclusion on every jobsite, every crew, and in every classroom. Join us in staying committed to all aspects of safety—not just in June, but 365 days a year!

wabuildingtrades.bsky.social @wabuildingtrades.bsky.social · Jun 19

June is National Safety Month—a time to reinforce the profound importance of safety adherence. Worker safety can mean the difference between coming home in one piece at the end of a shift or not coming home at all.

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wabuildingtrades.bsky.social @wabuildingtrades.bsky.social · Jun 19

Together, we can break the stigma and build a culture of support and understanding.

#MensMentalHealthMonth #youmatter

wabuildingtrades.bsky.social @wabuildingtrades.bsky.social · Jun 19

This Men’s Mental Health Month, we want to remind the men in our communities that your struggles matter, your voices are heard, and your well-being is valued. It’s okay to ask for help, and it’s important to take care of yourself.

www.nami.org/get-involved...

Men's Health Month

June is Men’s Health Month — a time to break the silence around men’s mental health. Learn how to support, speak up, and fight stigma in your community.

www.nami.org

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wabuildingtrades.bsky.social @wabuildingtrades.bsky.social · Jun 19

Today, we celebrate freedoms that have been gained and remain steadfastly committed to continued progress and equality. Happy Juneteenth from your WA Building Trades team.

#Juneteenth #FreedomDay

wabuildingtrades.bsky.social @wabuildingtrades.bsky.social · Jun 3

The Building & Construction Trades are about creating opportunities, breaking barriers, and building a better future for everyone. This Pride Month, we reaffirm our commitment to ensuring every worker feels valued and empowered to thrive.

Happy Pride Month!

wabuildingtrades.bsky.social @wabuildingtrades.bsky.social · Jun 3

Just like the structures we build to stand the test of time, our community thrives when it is reinforced by inclusion, respect, and solidarity.

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