In this episode, Trent Cotney and John Kenney this week's IRE 2021 convention, possible COVID-19 vaccine mandate, E-Verify and what kind of SOPs you should have to ensure everything is being done correctly!

In this episode, Trent Cotney and John Kenney talk about Cotney's Spanish Advanced Roofing Estimating Training Program, the recent FRSA expo, COVID-19 mandates reoccurring & what to expect in the industry, Contractor's rights with price increases and long lead times, and IRE 2021!

John and Trent discuss the upcoming FRSA tradeshow & what to expect from Cotney,  Biden's new Executive Order & what it means for the construction industry, & bubble testing.

John and Trent discuss safety and Cotney's new safety consultant, Keven Yarbrough's safety tips during OSHA inspections, electrical safety tips from John, and details about the release of Cotney's Advanced Roofing Estimating Training Program. 

John and Trent discuss contractors, distributors, and manufacturers relationships due to material shortages, existing and outdated shipping methods and tech that could change it, and our upcoming tradeshows. 

John and Trent discuss what to expect from Cotney at IRE 2021, techniques to help navigate delays, and what our future innovation center will offer to the industry.

John and Trent discuss OSHA's current guidance on the COVID-19 vaccine, the two new estimating training programs being offered through Cotney, and the rules around e-verify that employers should follow.  

Trent and special guest, Lee Lipniskis, discuss the importance of having an attorney review your contract before negotiations, the dangers of summer heat for crew members, managing your subcontractors, and a recent visit from John Chan, Owner of The Durable Slate Company. 

John and Trent discuss how you can improve your contract negotiation skills, roofing craftsmanship in the U.S. compared to other parts of the world, and a well-known roofing industry safety expert joining the Cotney team.