In this episode of Fitter Talk, host Curtis Ohlde sits down with volunteers from the 2022-23 Journeyman HVAC Class to talk about why it was important for them to take not only this class but other continuing education classes.  This episode recording was the first recording for Fitter Talk.

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In this episode of Fitter Talk, host Curtis Ohlde sits down with Craig Hickson for Break Time.  Craig shares a little about himself in the trade for LU 533 and as a Training Instructor.  Craig also shares why he decided to be part of the Peer Support Program.  If you are a member of LU 533 be sure to check out the Peer Support Page on the local533.com page.  Any questions or suggestions be sure to let us know.  Plan to have additional information available at the Health Fair weekend of the 27th.

The episode then transitions to Curtis talking with Nick Bell a member and instructor with UA Local 464 in Omaha, Nebraska.  Nick talks about their local, training and shares a little about himself.  For information about LU 464 go to https://lu464.org/

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In this episode of Fitter Talk, host Curtis Ohlde fly's solo for a quick break time giving updates.  Then sits down with LU 533 Journeyman Eric Seigler "Shiney" to talk about continued education classes for Journeyman and of all classes to take, Pipefitter Safety (OSHA-30).  They also discuss and critique the classes on what can be done better to improve the learning experience.  If you are a member of L.U. 533 and would like to see what classes are available or to sign-up.  Contact the Training Center or look for a list of classes in the Labor Beacon.

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In this Episode 4 of Fitter Talk.  Host Curtis Ohlde sits down with Pat O'Hara for Break Time with Pat.  They congratulate Cole Rogers for winning the Welding Competition last year during the International Training Program and Jacob Lee winning the HVAC division at this years ITP.  Pat gave an update on MINK, up coming golf tournament and Clay Shoot.  Pat and Curtis also discussed the Peer Support Program.  

Curtis then sits down with Milwaukee Tool Representative Matt Henderson to discuss the transition on jobsites from Hardhats to Helmets which has also been a heavily discussed topic at the last two annual Safety Conferences.  Matt talks about the differences in hard hats and helmets as well as distinguishing between the traditional rock type climbing helmet and the Type 2 helmet which is the new ANSI standard.  In addition Matt talks about the different types of Type 2 helmets, maintenance, servicing and accessories.  

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In this episode of Fitter Talk, Host Curtis Ohlde sits down with Pat O'Hara for Break Time and this discuss current events and wrap up from attending the International Training Program in Ann Arbor, Michigan.  Then Curtis sits down with David Miguel a Safety Specialist in Trenching, Shoring, Confined Space, Emergency Retrieval as well a OSHA-30 instructor.  They review not only safety in general but also go over the importance of Safety and the Specific topics he covers that allow hands on training in PFTC 5333 Pipefitter Safety Training Class.

If you would like to reach out to David Miguel or have a question or something to add to the Podcast.  Email [email protected]

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In today's episode of Fitter Talk, your host Curtis Ohlde sits down for Break Time with Patrick O'Hara to discuss current events.  Then onto the main guests Tresa and Frank Reece of UA Local 50 in Toledo Ohio.  Tresa and Frank share some personal stories as well as being not only part of the UA Family but also having two sons in UA Local 50 as well.  They also talk about topics they both teach at their home local as well as during ITP.  Tresa also talks about her mentoring of apprentices and actively promoting women in the trade.  In addition they discuss the differences of being a combination local vs straight-line local.  For more information about UA Local 50 check out the website link.
https://ualocal50.com/

In this Episode 1 of Fitter Talk, host Curtis Ohlde sits down with two of his mentors Jack Hicklin and Dave Young to Reflect over their careers as Pipefitters and going over the work, the changes, challenges, mentors they had and what it means to them to be a skilled craftsman with L.U. 533 and the United Association.

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Welcome to Fitter Talk.  Join your host Curtis Ohlde a member of L.U. 533 and United Association as he sits down with local members and members from the UA as they share information about their locals, talk with retirees, journeyman, apprentices, contractors and customers.  Topics to go over but not limited to are reflecting over a career as a Union Member, Continued Education, Technology, why to use Union Labor and more.

Hope you enjoy this Trailer with three clips of pre-recoded interviews.  Plan to drop a new episode every other week and potential bonus issues in between weeks on Wednesdays.

Fitter Talk is a production of Cow Town Productions L.L.C.  For questions or if you have a topic to be discussed email [email protected].