Dear IUEC Members,

I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to inform you about a vital requirement concerning harassment training that applies to all our members, including apprentices, mechanics, instructors, and anyone regularly working alongside apprentices. As you may know, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) governs all registered apprenticeship programs, and it mandates compliance with federal regulations under 29 CFR Part 30. One of these critical requirements is that anyone who interacts with an apprentice must receive harassment training to ensure a safe and inclusive work environment.

Why is Harassment Training Necessary? The National Elevator Industry Educational Program (NEIEP) has incorporated harassment training into all apprentice courses to meet federal regulations. This training is essential to ensure that our apprentices, journey workers, foremen and women, instructors, and management are educated about harassment prevention and the importance of maintaining a respectful workplace. By doing so, we comply with the U.S. DOL’s Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) regulations for apprenticeships.

Who Must Take the Training? The following individuals are required to complete the harassment training:

• Apprentices
• Apprentice supervisors
• Foremen and women
• Journey-level workers
• Instructors
• Other employees regularly working alongside apprentices, including management and administrative personnel

When Will the Training Be Offered? To ensure compliance with federal regulations, NEIEP has integrated harassment training at the start of each semester for apprentices. Additionally, we offer make-up sessions to guarantee that any apprentices who miss the initial session still receive the required training.

It is also a part of the MR024 mandatory continuing education class for mechanics, as requested by the NEIEP Trustees. This ensures that all mechanics and journey-level workers who may interact with apprentices are also up to date with their training obligations.

Instructors and Coordination with Employers NEIEP instructors and staff are also required to undergo this training. In situations where the employer and sponsor are separate entities, sponsors must coordinate with employers to ensure that their employees, such as foremen and women, supervisors, and journey workers who regularly work with apprentices, receive this training. This coordination is often managed through written agreements to ensure full compliance.

By implementing these training courses, we foster a workplace where everyone is treated with respect and dignity, aligning with our commitment to a safe and inclusive working environment.

If you have any questions regarding the harassment training requirements or the scheduling of these courses, please don’t hesitate to reach out to your NEIEP coordinator or local union office.

Thank you for your attention to this important matter, and for your continued commitment to the standards of professionalism and respect that define our trade.

In solidarity,

David T. Morgan
Executive Director