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MotivHealth & COVID-19

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MotivHealth & COVID-19

MotivHealth is committed to providing covered Magleby employees a positive experience as we move through this COVID-19 pandemic.

MotivHealth provides a list of FAQ’s on their site and customer service is available at 844-234-4472 to answer your specific questions.

The State of Utah asked MotivHealth to respond to very specific questions about what is and isn’t covered under our health plan related to COVID-19 and the related costs.

Summary of Coverage & Costs

A summary of coverage and costs applicable now through the public health emergency as declared by HHS are:

  • In-Network and Out-Of-Network Providers
    • No cost to you for:
      • COVID-19 related Office, Urgent Care, Telehealth, or Emergency Room visits
      • COVID-19 related laboratory testing
      • COVID-19 related telehealth services
    • Cost sharing between you and MotivHealth for:
      • COVID-19 related treatment after testing
      • Prescription drug supplies (both one-time early refills and COVID-19 related drugs)
  • In-Network Providers only:
    • If tested positive for COVID-19, MotivHealth will cover additional tests to confirm recovery at no cost to you

Please note that if you receive COVID-19 testing at an out-of-network provider, that provider has to have a published CASH RATE for that test. MotivHealth will reimburse that provider that published cash rate.

To discuss possible costs, testing resources, or to find an In-Network provider, please call MotivHealth at 844-234-4472.

FFCRA Paid Leave Details

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FFCRA Paid Leave Details

The new Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) is super helpful and super confusing. Thankfully the U.S. Department of Labor has published (and continues to update) a long list of frequently asked questions.

Magleby will be following the guidelines posted by the Department of Labor in issuing the paid leave. The FFCRA went into effect April 1, 2020 and will run until December 31, 2020.

Eligibility

You are entitled to take leave if you are unable to work/telework because you:

  • Are subject to a Federal/State/Local quarantine or isolation order related to COVID-19
  • Have been advised by a health care provider to self-quarantine
  • Are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms and are seeking medical diagnosis
  • Are caring for an individual subject to a Federal/Sate/Local/health care provider quarantine/isolation order
  • Are caring for a child whose school or place of care is closed or the child care provider is unavailable due to COVID-19
  • Are experiencing any other substantially-similar condition as specified by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

How much you are paid during leave depends on the reason you are taking the leave. Please see the FFCRA poster for more details.

The FFCRA paid leave is available for individuals needing leave on or after April 1, 2020 through December 31, 2020 due to COVID-19 related issues.

Documentation Required

For FFCRA leave, we are required to gather specific information. You can provide the necessary information either in writing via email or by calling HR. If you request leave, we will need to record:

  • Your name
  • The date(s) you are requesting leave
  • The reason for the leave
  • A statement from you that you are unable to work due to that reason

Additionally,

  • If requesting leave for a quarantine or isolation order for yourself or to care for someone ordered to quarantine/isolate, the name of the government entity or healthcare provider issuing the order.
    • Also provide the name of the person you are caring for and his/her relationship to you
  • If requesting leave to care for a child whose school or place of care is closed, you will need to provide:
    • The name and age of the child(ren) being cared for
    • The name of the school, place of care, or child care provider that has closed or become unavailable
    • A statement from you that no other suitable person is available to care for the child during the duration of requested leave
    • If you cannot work/telework during daylight hours because you need to provide care for a child(ren) older than fourteen, you will need to provide a statement that special circumstances exist requiring that you provide care

Health Care Provider Quarantine

You are eligible for paid sick leave if a health care provider directs or advises you to stay home or otherwise quarantine yourself because the health care provider believes that you may have COVID-19 or are particularly vulnerable to COVID-19, and quarantining yourself based upon that advice prevents you from working (or teleworking).

Self-Quarantine without Medical Direction

If you become ill with COVID-19 symptoms, you may take paid sick leave under the FFCRA only to seek a medical diagnosis or if a health care provider otherwise advises you to self-quarantine. If you test positive for the virus associated with COVID-19 or are advised by a health care provider to self-quarantine, you may continue to take paid sick leave. You may not take paid sick leave under the FFCRA if you decide on your own to self-quarantine for an illness without medical advice, even if you have COVID-19 symptoms. Note that you may not take paid sick leave under the FFCRA if you become ill with an illness not related to COVID-19.

Caring for Someone in Quarantine

You may take paid sick leave to care for an individual who, as a result of being subject to a Federal/State/local/health care provider quarantine or isolation order, is unable to care for him or herself and depends on you for care and if providing care prevents you from working and from teleworking.

Furthermore, you may only take paid sick leave to care for an individual who genuinely needs your care. Such an individual includes an immediate family member or someone who regularly resides in your home. You may also take paid sick leave to care for someone if your relationship creates an expectation that you would care for the person in a quarantine or self-quarantine situation, and that individual depends on you for care during the quarantine or self-quarantine.

You may take paid sick leave to care for a self-quarantining individual if a health care provider has advised that individual to stay home or otherwise quarantine him or herself because he or she may have COVID-19 or is particularly vulnerable to COVID-19 and provision of care to that individual prevents you from working (or teleworking).

You may not take paid sick leave to care for someone with whom you have no relationship. Nor can you take paid sick leave to care for someone who does not expect or depend on your care during his or her quarantine or self-quarantine.

Child Care / Place of Care

A “child care provider” is someone who cares for your child. This includes individuals paid to provide child care, like nannies, au pairs, and babysitters. It also includes individuals who provide child care at no cost and without a license on a regular basis, for example, grandparents, aunts, uncles, or neighbors.

A “place of care” is a physical location in which care is provided for your child. The physical location does not have to be solely dedicated to such care. Examples include day care facilities, preschools, before and after school care programs, schools, homes, summer camps, summer enrichment programs, and respite care programs.

You may take paid sick leave or expanded family and medical leave to care for your child only when you need to, and actually are, caring for your child if you are unable to work or telework as a result of providing care. Generally, you do not need to take such leave if a co-parent, co-guardian, or your usual child care provider is available to provide the care your child needs

Definition of Son or Daughter

Under the FFCRA, a “son or daughter” is your own child, which includes your biological, adopted, or foster child, your stepchild, a legal ward, or a child for whom you are standing in loco parentis – someone with day-to-day responsibilities to care for or financially support a child. A “son or daughter” is also an adult son or daughter (i.e. one who is 18 years of age or older), who (1) has a mental or physical disability, and (2) is incapable of self-care because of that disability.

HR Assistance

Depending on the reason you are needing the leave, you may need to take leave in full-day increments or intermittently.

Contact HR to discuss your specific situation or for additional assistance and questions. Call (801) 785-9998 or via email:

Kris Talynn, [email protected]

Nicole Evans, [email protected]

Scott Magleby, [email protected]

In addition, please refer to the Department of Labor’s FAQ’s.

https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/pandemic/ffcra-questions

Clean Your Groceries

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Clean Your Groceries

A quick trip to the store could end up being more than you bargained for if you bring COVID-19 into your home unknowingly.

Since the virus can live on cardboard for up to 1 day and up to 72 hours on other surfaces, it’s better to be safe than sorry.

Check out these simple tips.

https://www.healthline.com/health-news/worried-about-contaminated-groceries-how-to-be-safe

CDC Coronavirus FAQ’s

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CDC Coronavirus FAQ’s

The Center for Disease Control provides information and resources regarding COVID-19.

The CDC’s Symptom Checker is a helpful tool to use if you think you may have COVID-19.

They have also published a list of Frequently Asked Questions to help you.

What should you do if you are sick? The CDC offers guidance.

Utah Unemployment

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Utah Unemployment

If you are laid off or have your hours reduced, you are entitled to file for unemployment benefits.

Utah State has compiled a Claimant Guide to assist you in the filing process.

Utah has also created a page dedicated to COVID-19 and unemployment information and FAQ’s related to unemployment and COVID-19. Although the CARES Act has passed that will provide emergency benefits of an additional $600/week through July 31, 2020, check with the state unemployment office for details on when it takes effect.

The CARES Act affected unemployment in three ways:

● BENEFIT 1 – INCREASED UNEMPLOYMENT COMPENSATION BENEFITS

This emergency benefit provides most individuals an emergency increase in traditional unemployment insurance benefits of $600 per week through July 31, 2020.

● BENEFIT 2 – PANDEMIC UNEMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE

This emergency benefit provides up to 39 weeks of unemployment insurance benefits to people not otherwise eligible for regular unemployment, including the self-employed and those who have exhausted their regular and extended benefits.

● BENEFIT 3 – PANDEMIC EMERGENCY UNEMPLOYMENT COMPENSATION

This benefit provides an additional 13 weeks of emergency unemployment insurance for people who remain unemployed after they have exhausted their traditional unemployment benefits.

You must file your claim online.

Before you begin the application process, you will need:

  • Your Social Security Number
  • The names of all employers as they appear on your pay stub with the dates worked for all employers since October 1, 2018
  • The name and local number of your union hall, if you obtain work through a union
  • Your State Driver’s License or Identification Card number, if you have one
  • Your Alien Registration Number, if you are not a U.S. citizen but are legally authorized to work in the United States
  • If you have any non-Utah employers, you must have an accurate mailing address and phone number for them

Economic Impact Payments

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Economic Impact Payments

The Treasury Department and the IRS will begin distribution of money to tax payers to assist with the financial strain COVID-19 is putting on you. Distributions will be automatic for most folks. However, if you typically don’t file a tax return, you will need to submit a simple one to receive the economic payment.

There are limits to how much you’ll get based on how much your adjusted gross income is, your marital and filing status, and your number of dependents. The IRS provides Frequently Asked Questions to assist you.

The IRS has created a resource to update your information to receive your economic impacet payment as well as issued information for non-filers on how to register for Economic Impact Payments.

Animals & COVID-19

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Animals & COVID-19

For lots of us, our pets are part of the family. Is there risk that your pets can carry and/or give you COVID-19? Check out what the CDC has to say.

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/animals.html

Employee Assistance Program (Counseling)

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Employee Assistance Program (Counseling)

As a full-time benefits eligible employee, you have access to OneAmerica’s Employee Assistance Program (Counseling) at no cost to you.

What is an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)?
An Employee Assistance Program provides short-term, confidential counseling for you and anyone living in your household regardless of whether you and/or they are covered under your health insurance plan at no out-of-pocket expense to you.

Is it Confidential?
Yes, all discussions between you and the EAP counselor are confidential. Personal information is never shared with anyone (including Magleby Construction) at any time without your direct knowledge and approval. Exceptions are made only in cases governed by law to protect individuals threatened by violence.

Employee Assistance Program counselors are experienced, caring professionals who hold a Master’s degree in counseling or a related field. They are certified or licensed by the appropriate state agency.

Counselors use a solution-focused therapy model and teach you how to resolve your unique problem while providing caring support along the way.

The entire cost of EAP services is covered by Magleby Construction. All EAP services are free to you with no co-pay or deductible required.

Each household member is entitled to 3 phone calls per incident. Should you elect to receive mental health services through your medical benefit, One America will not absorb the cost.

Call 800-311-4327 or visit guidanceresources.com

Stress and Coping

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Stress and Coping

We all deal with stress differently. Each of us is coping with the COVID-19 pandemic in our own ways. Remember we are all human.

Remember, Magleby has an Employee Assistance Program the provides up to three telephone counseling visits. Check it out and get the help you need.

Please review the following recommendations from the CDC.

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/managing-stress-anxiety.html

How to Protect Yourself & Others

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How to Protect Yourself & Others

Knowing how to protect yourself is the first step to preventing infection! Be sure you are up-to-date!

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/prevention.html

Cleaning & Disinfecting Your Home

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Cleaning & Disinfecting Your Home

Follow the proper protocol as outlined by the CDC.

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/disinfecting-your-home.html

Food Safety Tips

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Food Safety Tips

This is a video providing COVID-19 food safety tips. Please read the comments below the video for important updates.

Paid Leave Notice

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Paid Leave Notice

Utah Yellow Phase

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Utah Yellow Phase

Governor Herbert has announced that over the weekend of May 16th Utah will move from Orange to Yellow related to COVID-19. This change will affect all of Utah except Salt Lake City and West Valley City as well as Summit, Wasatch, and Grand counties. They will remain in the Orange phase.

Coronavirus.Utah.Gov has created Utah’s Health Guidance System to show visually which phase all of our counties are in. They also put together a comprehensive list of Phased Guidelines for the General Public and Businesses that will provide you detailed information for each phase.

What is Yellow Phase?

The Yellow Phase represents “Low Risk” with specific protocols outlines during this phase. Although we are moving to Yellow Phase, high-risk individuals should still follow stricter restrictions because they are more likely to suffer severe illness from COVID-19. The Yellow Phase Guidelines below can be found on the State’s Coronavirus website as well.

Yellow Phase Guidelines

Don’t Walk Into a Post!

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Don’t Walk Into a Post!

How many times have you laughed your behind off watching someone that was texting while walking and they walked right into a street sign, post, door, or another person!? Funny, right!? Yea, I’m sure we all laugh when we see it happen to someone else. Not so much funny when it happens to you!

Situational Awareness

Situational awareness isn’t rocket science. It’s simply being aware of what’s going on around you, understanding how it affects you, and using that information to make decisions and take the necessary steps to avoid bad situations.

Texting, talking on the phone, listening to tunes, day dreaming, eating, or just plain not paying attention, etc. can cause HUGE problems if you get hurt or hurt someone else. And not only could you get hurt, but you could fall victim to crime. You are more likely to be mugged or pick-pocketed if you have no clue of your surroundings.

It’s a CHOICE!

Get started being more aware by:

  • Looking at people around you. Don’t stare or be a punk but pay attention to what they are doing, where they are at and who else is around.
  • Paying attention to the “noise” around you. Do you hear screaming, fire engines, sirens, etc? If where you are at is more quiet or louder than “normal”, that could be an indicator of a problem.
  • Listening to your gut! We all have “gut” feelings. That is our internal radar system alerting us to trouble. Don’t ignore it. If it doesn’t feel right, it’s not.
  • Planning your exit. Pay attention to where you are and how to get out in a jiff if you needed to.
  • Not burying your face in your phone. Smart phones aren’t so smart if you being so absorbed in your phones causes you to do dumb things that expose you to risk.
  • Realizing you are not invisible. Bad things can happen…even to you.

Awareness Color Coding

Which color are you in? Paying attention to this simple color coding method can help you easily identify where you are at and alert you to change if necessary. The following method was created by Jeff Cooper, a Marine Corps Lieutenant:

  • Condition WHITE: Oblivious to your surroundings. Walking with your head down, never looking around, perhaps engrossed in a smart phone. A person in Condition White won’t know there’s a problem until they’re in the middle of it.
  • Condition YELLOW: A relaxed state of general alertness. Your head is up and looking around taking note of your surroundings. If there’s trouble, you’ll see it coming.
  • Condition ORANGE: You’re aware of and focused on a specific situation that may be a threat such as angry yelling nearby or an unusual smell of smoke in the air. You may feel the effects of adrenaline starting to flow.
  • Condition RED: You’re in “fight or flight” mode. There is an immediate threat that you must either confront or escape. Adrenaline is flowing and preparing your body for action.

Being in a YELLOW condition is best.

Chad Impersonated

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Chad Impersonated

Individuals have long been a target to email scams but in 2013, the FBI started tracking a new financial cyber threat that they called business e-mail compromise (BEC). Business e-mail compromise is a serious global threat that has cost companies well over $3 billion! That’s not chump change.

What is BEC?

BEC is also known as CEO impersonation. These hackers impersonate Chad in an attempt to trick you into giving away company information or performing tasks that would benefit the impersonators. If you fall for it, they can get inside our company and could spend weeks or months studying our company’s vendors, billing systems, and Chad’s style of e-mail communication and travel schedule. This could also happen with other company leaders. Once the time is right, they STRIKE!

The Attack

When BEC hackers attack, they most often do it when they can tell Chad is out of the office. They will send a bogus email from him to a targeted employee, most likely someone in finance or accounting, and ask for a wire transfer or some other monetary assistance. If you are their target, you won’t initially suspect anything wrong. You’ll just think it’s Chad asking you to do something you’ve done for him in the past. You’ll likely not notice that the account numbers are slightly different and you’ll make the transfer. Once it’s done, it’s incredibly hard to undo.

BEC hackers are legit organizations, not only just some punk sitting in their parent’s basement. These organizations employ lawyers, linguists, hackers and social engineers hired with one primary focus…trick you!

Types of Scams

Although there are many different types of scams, some of the most prevalent are:

  • Spear-phising
  • Social engineering
  • Identity Theft
  • Email spoofing
  • Use of malware

Don’t Fall For It

  • We have started flagging external emails (shown as [EXT!] in the email)
  • Make note if the “reply” email is different from the “from” email
  • Verify changes to vendor payment locations
  • Confirm requests for transfer of funds
Courtesy of: https://www.fbi.gov/news/stories/business-e-mail-compromise-on-the-rise

Magazine Name – Voting Now Open!

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Magazine Name – Voting Now Open!

It’s voting time!

Thanks to all of you that submitted your ideas for what we are calling our new Magleby Magazine. There were a lot of great ideas! We are excited to see the results of your voting.

Click the button below to choose your top THREE choices! Voting begins today and is open until Thurday, 5/7, at 5:00 pm MDT. We will announce the new magazine name and who won on Friday, 5/8!

Magleby Magazine Naming Contest – Submit Your Vote

Thirsty = Already Dehydrated

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Thirsty = Already Dehydrated

As the weather starts to warm up, it’s HUGELY important that you stay hydrated during the day. This goes for all of us, not just those working outside.

Thirsty?

Did you know that by the time you actually feel thirsty that you are already 2% dehydrated? Yikes! And once you are dehydrated, it’s hard to make up for that lost hydration.

Hydration experts from NIOSH, ACGIH and OSHA recommend drinking every 15 to 20 minutes — not just during rest breaks! The hotter it gets, the more you should drink. Temps nearing 100 degrees require drinking as much as four cups of water per hour.

Why Hydrate?

Staying hydrated helps to:

  • Remove metabolic waste (ewh!)
  • Lubricate your joints & keep your heart and muscles healthy
  • Regulate your core body temperature
  • Lessen strain on your cardiovascular system
  • Lower heat-related illnesses and injuries
  • Maintain focus
  • Maintain posture
  • Improve operational functionality

You Are At Risk

You are most at risk for dehydration if you:

  • Work directly under the sun
  • Work for hours at a time
  • Wear PPE

Dehydration Warning Signs

Everyone should help each other watch out for the following warning signs of dehydration:

  • Excessive fatigue
  • Trouble focussing
  • Sunken eyes
  • Rapid heartbeat
  • Dry mouth
  • Extreme thirst
  • Muscle cramps
  • Sweets cravings
  • Headaches
  • Darkly colored urine (see chart below)

What Color Do You Pee?

Not All Liquid Is Created Equal

Water is the BEST CHOICE to keep you hydrated. Coffee, tea, soda, and energy drinks contain diuretics which make you pee more often and deplete your body of fluid. And, it goes without saying that you should NEVER drink alcohol while working.

Five Easy Hydration Tips

Hydration doesn’t have to be hard. And drinking liquids isn’t the only way to stay hydrated!

  • Snack on fruits & veggies – 20% of your liquids daily come from food so snack on celery stick, tomatoes, melons, cucumbers, grapefruits, carrots, strawberries and cauliflower. YUM!
  • Sip through a straw – Some folks find that drinking through a straw makes it easier to drink more water.
  • Avoid dehydrating food & drinks – stay away from sweetened drinks and processed foods. Sugar requires a lot of liquid to process in your body. A soda may sound good but you’ll be even more dehydrated after drinking it.
  • Bring a water bottle – Having a water source visible will encourage more drinking. Take frequent sips.
  • Add flavor – Sometimes you crave something besides “boring” water. Add fruits or other water flavors to make it more enjoyable.

EHS Today provides a very good article, Construction Supplement: Hydration – Keeping Workers Cool and Comfortable, that gives a bunch more great info. Check it out.

FREE Computers & Digital Cameras

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FREE Computers & Digital Cameras

Magleby has made available for FREE a large selection of HP desktop computers and an assortment of digital cameras for our employees. Some of the computers come with a keyboard and/or mouse and some don’t. None of them have software such as MS Office, etc. (but you could easily purchase and install the programs of your choice.) The computers are in good working order and could be perfect for you or your kids needing to do schoolwork online.

To be sure all employees have access to these items at the same time, we are going “live” with our company store on Monday, 5/4, at 7:00 pm MDT. Go to Magleby.info and click Store in the menu. You won’t see the Store menu option until Monday at 7:00.

In the Store, you will see the options available and be able to click Buy Now or add to your shopping bag. Follow the checkout process and arrange for pick up of your goods. The items are FREE so you won’t need to provide payment information.

We are limiting it to one computer and/or digital camera per employee so please only choose one computer and/or digital camera from the store.

Danger! Don’t be a Victim!

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Danger! Don’t be a Victim!

Employees Fallen Prey

In the last 30 days, Magleby has had THREE employees fall for phishing email scams. It’s been both personally and professionally frustrating for them, incredibly time consuming to resolve, and even a little embarrassing to have to explain how it happened. Don’t let it happen to you!

Phishing

Phishing is an identity theft scam targeted to folks that use email or texting. Phishing tricks victims into giving up personal, business, or sensitive information that can be used to steal the victims identity, raid their bank accounts and more.

The slimy crooks that send phishing emails/texts use fake but VERY AUTHENTIC looking emails and websites to convince their prey to supply information they then use to MAKE LIFE HELL! Fake emails could look like they are from your bank, your email service provider, PayPal, Google, law enforcement, your credit card company, Amazon, and more. BEWARE AND PROTECT YOURSELF!

Three Types of Phishing Emails

Courtesy of: https://pixelprivacy.com/resources/phishing-emails/

How Do You Know?

If you take just a bit of time, you’ll be able to easily identify a phishing scam.

  • What’s the email address? – Don’t just look at what name comes through but also hover over or click on the email address to verify it’s legit. For example: Chase Bank <chase@jp.ne.ocn> Notice the domain is @jp.ne.ocn? An email from Chase Bank would have a chase.com in the domain, i.e. Chase <no-reply@alertsp.chase.com>
  • How’s the grammar and spelling? – If there are a lot of grammar and/or spelling mistakes, it’s a sign that it’s phishing. If the language or how the sentences are formed sounds foreign, it’s a sign it’s phishing.
  • Who’s it addressed to? – Emails addressed to “Dear Friend” or “Dear Customer” is a sign it’s phishing. Most legit companies would have a more personal greeting.
  • Who signed it? – If it’s legit, it’s likely to include contact information for the sender, such as an email address and/or phone number.
  • Are there links? – Do not click on them! Hover your mouse over the link and see where it’s pointing to. If it looks fishy, it’s phishy.
  • What’s attached? – Scammers embed viruses and malware in attachments. Open them and you’ve fallen prey!

Don’t fall for threats or intimidation. And don’t give personal information. Scammers will often claim that you are in trouble or that if you don’t respond you’ll be in trouble. You’re not! But you will be if you fall for it!

After Disaster Strikes

If you find that you’ve clicked a link or opened an attachment you shouldn’t have and now your “hooked” by the phisher, get IT involved immediately. You’ll be required to change nearly all passwords tied to your email account. You may have to reach out to all of your contacts to explain that the email sent by “you” was not them. You may be locked out of your device for one to two days while IT runs diagnostics to understand how intrusive the scam was and if any company data was compromised.

The above content was provided by PixelPrivacy.com. Check our their article for more details.

Safety Data Sheets (SDS)

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Safety Data Sheets (SDS)

Safety Data Sheets exist to provide you with information on the hazards associated with chemicals you use. Are you aware of the risks? Any time you use a hazardous product on site, you should first know the risks and how to protect yourself and others.

Be sure to follow the instructions below to download and use the MSDSonline app.

Five Important Things

Although the SDS has 16 sections that provide valuable information, there are FIVE sections you should pay special attention too:

  • FIRST AID (SECTION 4) – Basic first aid information is available on the product label, but the SDS provides more detail on symptoms of exposure and initial treatment
  • FIRE-FIGHTING (SECTION 5) – Specific firefighting techniques, including fire extinguisher choice, as well as what hazards exist if the chemical catches fire
  • SPILLS (SECTION 6) – Special handling procedures and PPE needed as well as containment and cleanup methods
  • STORAGE AND HANDLING (SECTION 7) – Segregation of incompatible materials as well as safe storage and handling procedures
  • ROUTES OF EXPOSURE (SECTION 8 AND 11) – In-depth info on how the chemical can affect you, including exposure limits and the effects of acute and chronic exposure

16 Sections of the SDS

There are 16 sections of the new Safety Data Sheet:

  1. Identification – Name & address of the manufacturer, product identifier, and recommended use
  2. Hazard(s) Identification – Hazards of the chemical and appropriate warning information
  3. Composition/Information on Ingredients – Ingredients, impurities, stabilizing additives, mixtures, etc.
  4. First-Aid Measures – Initial care given by untrained responders
  5. Fire-Fighting Measures – Which extinguisher to use, special equipment necessary, etc.
  6. Accidental Release Measures – Appropriate responses to spills, leaks, or releases
  7. Handling and Storage – Safe handling and storage practices
  8. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection – Exposure limits and PPE required
  9. Physical and Chemical Properties – Physical and chemical properties associated with the chemical
  10. Stability and Reactivity – How stable or reactive is the chemical
  11. Toxicological Information – Routes of exposure and health effects
  12. Ecological Information (non-mandatory) – Impact on the environment
  13. Disposal Considerations (non-mandatory) – Proper disposal, recycling or reclamation and safe handling practices
  14. Transport Information (non-mandatory) – Classification information for shipping and transporting by road, air, rail, or sea
  15. Regulatory Information (non-mandatory) – Safety, health, and environmental regulations specific to the product
  16. Other Information – When the SDS was prepared or revised

MSDSonline App

At Magleby, we use a mobile, online MSDS app to help protect our employees. The app is free to install and use. Please be sure to download it to your phone and familiarize yourself with it BEFORE you need it. Look up the chemicals you use daily and know the risks!

Follow these steps to download and use the MSDSonline app:

  • Download the SDS / Chemical Management app:
App for iPhone
App for Android
  • Choose “Don’t have Username and Password?“
  • Copy and paste the following Company Link and click “Log In”

https://chemmanagement.ehs.com/9/faa9ec1f-a678-48cc-b762-52c1546fa0e8

  • Now that you are logged in, familiarize yourself with the app.

You can also download the MSDS-Online-Setup MSOP for a printable version of these steps.

MSDS-Online-SetupDownload

You can also reference the FREE SAFETY DATA SHEET INDEX online.

Magazine Naming Contest

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Magazine Naming Contest

The first week of July we are launching the first edition of the new Magleby magazine! The purpose of the magazine will be to focus on and highlight our employees and the projects we work hard to create. The intent is to be very people-centric, providing you with a way to share a bit of your work with those at home. It’ll also provide us with a platform to share with each other the different teams and parts of the company that fall within the Magleby family of companies.

Topics

The magazine will highlight:

  • Employees
  • Projects
  • Departments, teams & workgroups
  • Fun/cool products we are using in our projects
  • Trade partners that make a difference
  • Upcoming company events
  • Birthdays and work anniversaries
  • And more!

When & How

The magazine will be a quarterly publication that will be mailed to your home the first week of every quarter, beginning the first week of July. We will also house it on the Magleby.Info site.

But…what’s the name of the magazine???

We are hosting a magazine naming contest! Get those creative juices flowing and click the button below to submit your ideas for what we should call the new magazine. We will narrow the choices to the top five and let the company vote for the winning name! The winner will receive $100!!

DEADLINE TO SUBMIT IS THURSDAY, 4/30/2020, AT 5:00 PM

We will compile the answers and begin voting on Friday, 5/1. The winner will be announced on Friday, 5/8!

Also, we’d love to know what kinds of content you’d like to see included in the magazine. So, click the Magazine Naming Contest button and submit those ideas too!

Magazine Naming Contest

Keep Kids Safe Online

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Keep Kids Safe Online

Your kids’ online activity has increased a ton now that they are doing homework online, video chatting for play dates, and increasing screen time during the quarantine. Now more than ever, it’s important to know what your kids are doing online and put some practices in place to keep them safe!

FBI Warnings

The FBI issued a press release stating that school closings present the possibility of increased child exploitation online. Don’t let your kids fall victim to it! In the press release, the FBI lists the following recommended measures to take to help prevent your kids from becoming victims of child predators and sexual exploitation:

Online Child Exploitation

  • Discuss Internet safety with children of all ages when they engage in online activity.
  • Review and approve games and apps before they are downloaded.
  • Make sure privacy settings are set to the strictest level possible for online gaming systems and electronic devices.
  • Monitor your children’s use of the Internet; keep electronic devices in an open, common room of the house.
  • Check your children’s profiles and what they post online.
  • Explain to your children that images posted online will be permanently on the Internet.
  • Make sure children know that anyone who asks a child to engage in sexually explicit activity online should be reported to a parent, guardian, or other trusted adult and law enforcement.
  • Remember that victims should not be afraid to tell law enforcement if they are being sexually exploited. It is not a crime for a child to send sexually explicit images to someone if they are compelled or coerced to do so.

Child Abuse Awareness

  • Teach your children about body safety and boundaries.
  • Encourage your children to have open communication with you.
  • Be mindful of who is watching your child for childcare/babysitting, playdates and overnight visits.
  • If your child discloses abuse, immediately contact local law enforcement for assistance.
  • Children experiencing hands-on abuse may exhibit withdrawn behavior, angry outbursts, anxiety, depression, not wanting to be left alone with a specific individual, non-age appropriate sexual knowledge, and an increase in nightmares.

The press release also provides guidance on victim reporting and gives additional information and guidance on Protecting Your Kids.

Safewise.com

Safewise.com has a great article by Rebecca Edwards, Internet Safety Guide for Kids, that outlines several steps you can take to keep kids safe during online learning. The article also provides a Video Chat Safety Checklist to help you set boundaries with your kids using video chat.

Top Three Threats

According to the article, there are three top threats affecting your kids:

  • Cyberbullying
  • Online Predators
  • Exposure to Inappropriate Content

Online Learning Safety Tips

  • Use sites with https:// not just http://
  • Protect personal information
  • Set up parental controls
  • Keep everything updated

Read the entire article for some great, actionable advice!

Your 10 PPE Rules

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Your 10 PPE Rules

This is a new world that we live in. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is more important than ever! Not only do we need to continue wearing the PPE we are used to wearing on site, but we will need top wear PPE in our “after work” lives as well. This includes masks, hand sanitizer and bleach/lysol type cleaners, etc. The COVID-19 pandemic has raised our awareness of how PPE can protect us.

Wearing PPE is not an option on our sites. It is your last defense against hazards that exist on site and now in the world around us.

PPE What?

OSHA defines Personal Protective Equipment as “equipment worn to minimize exposure to hazards that cause serious workplace injuries and illnesses. These injuries and illnesses may result from contact with chemical, radiological, physical, electrical, mechanical, or other workplace hazards. Personal protective equipment may include items such as gloves, safety glasses and shoes, earplugs or muffs, hard hats, respirators, or coveralls, vests and full body suits.” We also know that it now includes things to protect us from pandemics. Who knew??

Follow the Rules

1- It’s your duty – wear it!

Magleby has to provide it. You have to wear it. Period.

2- Wear it like you mean it!

Be sure your PPE fits and it works with whatever else you’re wearing. Don’t wear your hard hat too loose or your safety vest on the inside of your coat. If your PPE isn’t serving to protect you then what’s the point of wearing it?

3- If it doesn’t fit, tell us!

PPE is supposed to fit to work properly. If it doesn’t fit, don’t just take it off. Being too loose, too tight, or just plain uncomfortable isn’t cool. Let us know and we’ll get you something that works for you.

4- Wear the right stuff!

If your PPE isn’t protecting you from hazards, what’s the point? Wear the right PPE for the job at hand.

5- Don’t let your PPE put you at risk!

If your PPE is causing more risk than it’s protecting you from, there’s a problem. If using your PPE puts you in an awkward position or prevents you from making a quick escape, report it.

6- PPE abuse is just plain wrong!

Throwing your hard hat on the floor weakens it. Using old, dirty dust masks isn’t helpful. Don’t use PPE that’s not in usable condition. Damaged PPE puts you at risk so why use it?

7- Keep PPE on site!

If you’re not supposed to take it home, don’t. Leave PPE on site when required.

8- Know how to use it!

If you don’t know how to use your PPE in the right way, ASK! A hardhat or vest is easy to figure out. But do you know how to use your lanyard or harness? Be sure you’re trained.

9- Maintain it!

Keep your PPE in working order. If it’s worn out, broken, missing parts, dirty, etc. report it and get it replaced. Don’t “band-aid it” to make it work.

10- Be sure it all works together!

PPE should all work together to protect you. Be sure your ear protection fits with your hard hat, etc. If you are wearing multiple PPE items, make sure they are compatible.

It Could Be Worse

We all think wearing PPE is bad…until we have to wear more of it and it gets worse!

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Get Out of Debt!

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Get Out of Debt!

To help our employees live their best lives and free themselves from the burdens of debt, we are offering you Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University at NO COST to you. If you are willing to complete the online course and do the work, Magleby is willing to cover the cost of the program.

Financial Peace University

What’s included in Financial Peace University online?

There are nine lessons to complete. You’ll receive a hardcover workbook to work through the exercises as you go through the lessons.

  • Starter Emergency Fund + Budgeting
  • Pay Off All Debt
  • Save a Fully Funded Emergency Fund
  • Invest for the Future and Build Wealth
  • Buyer Beware
  • The Role of Insurance
  • Retirement Planning
  • Real Estate and Mortgages
  • Outrageous Generosity

Check out this video to learn more about the program.

How Do I Get Access At No Cost?

Contact Nicole Evans, [email protected], to request your Financial Peace University kit. She’ll order it for you and have it shipped to your house. In your kit you’ll get an access code to go online, register, and begin the course.

Thousands have gone through the program and tons of them have seen a HUGE difference in their financial lives! Become one of them!

DEBT FREE SCREAMS!

Financial Wellness Challenge

In addition, if you would like to complete Financial Peace University AND win some money doing it, check out the Magleby Financial Wellness Challenge! It’s a great way to get your financial house in order and enter to win one of three $200 cash prizes!

Financial Wellness Challenge

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Financial Wellness Challenge

Money is the root of all evil…or so they say. But what if you could have more money, be more comfortable, have a better retirement, and life the life you’d love to live? It’s possible. No matter your income or situation.

Magleby’s Financial Wellness Challenge is geared toward giving you the resources and focus to HAVE MORE MONEY! And right now, with everything going on in the world, it couldn’t be a better time to get your financial house in order.

In our Financial Wellness Challenge, we provide you (at NO COST) Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University online course as well as incentive to meet with Linda Patch from Caliber Wealth Management to talk about your financial goals and dreams and how to get there. There are a few other additional things you can do as well. It’s all part of getting you further down the road to financial freedom!

The Challenge:

  • Complete Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University – 9 Lessons Online
    • Starter Emergency Fund + Budgeting
    • Pay Off All Debt
    • Save a Fully Funded Emergency Fund
    • Invest for the Future and Build Wealth
    • Buyer Beware
    • The Role of Insurance
    • Retirement Planning
    • Real Estate and Mortgages
    • Outrageous Generosity
  • You and your spouse (if you have one) meet one-on-one with Linda Patch at Caliber Wealth Management for a financial analysis and plan. This meeting will is confidential and will include development of a plan specific to you and your needs. You can meet in-person, video-chat, or telephone.
  • Complete at least TWO of the following challenge goals:
    • Meet with your spouse or accountability partner weekly to review finances / budget, monitor progress, and discuss priorities
    • Create and/or increase emergency savings fund by 20%
    • Decrease overall debt by 10%
    • Enroll in and contribute to Magleby’s 401k
    • No credit card purchases during challenge period
    • Create and maintain a budget & track all expenses

Financial Peace University

Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University is wildly known, super simple, and easy to follow!

How to Participate

  • Email Nicole Evans, [email protected], to order your Financial Peace University membership.  You will receive a workbook and activation code in the mail.  Do this first thing so you have time to receive your membership and go through the program.
  • Schedule an appointment with Linda Patch – (385) 223-8688, [email protected]
  • Pick your two additional challenge goals and begin working on them
  • By June 30, 2020, complete the Challenge Questionnaire to enter to win one of three $200 cash prizes!

The Challenge was originally slated to end in May be we’ve extended it to the end of June.

COVID-19 SCAM Alerts!

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COVID-19 SCAM Alerts!

The COVID-19 pandemic has caused scammers to launch new ways to SCAM you! Don’t fall for it!

FBI WARNINGS

The FBI has issued a Public Service Announcement providing you with guidance on how to protect yourself.

The FBI advises to do research BEFORE:

  • Clicking on links that provide COVID-19 info
  • Donating to charities online or through social media
  • Contributing to a crowdfunding campaign
  • Purchasing products online
  • Giving personal information in order to receive money or benefits.

Be on the lookout for:

  • Fake CDC emails
  • Phishing emails
  • Counterfiet treatments or equipment

What is Phishing?

The Federal Trade Commission provides the following guidance on how to recognize phishing:

Scammers use email or text messages to trick you into giving them your personal information. They may try to steal your passwords, account numbers, or Social Security numbers. If they get that information, they could gain access to your email, bank, or other accounts. Scammers launch thousands of phishing attacks like these every day — and they’re often successful. The FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center reported that people lost $57 million to phishing schemes in one year.

Scammers often update their tactics, but there are some signs that will help you recognize a phishing email or text message.

Phishing emails and text messages may look like they’re from a company you know or trust. They may look like they’re from a bank, a credit card company, a social networking site, an online payment website or app, or an online store.

Phishing emails and text messages often tell a story to trick you into clicking on a link or opening an attachment. They may

  • say they’ve noticed some suspicious activity or log-in attempts
  • claim there’s a problem with your account or your payment information
  • say you must confirm some personal information
  • include a fake invoice
  • want you to click on a link to make a payment
  • say you’re eligible to register for a government refund
  • offer a coupon for free stuff

Here’s a real world example of a phishing email.

Netflix phishing scam screenshot

Imagine you saw this in your inbox. Do you see any signs that it’s a scam? Let’s take a look.

  • The email looks like it’s from a company you may know and trust: Netflix. It even uses a Netflix logo and header.
  • The email says your account is on hold because of a billing problem.
  • The email has a generic greeting, “Hi Dear.” If you have an account with the business, it probably wouldn’t use a generic greeting like this.
  • The email invites you to click on a link to update your payment details.

While, at a glance, this email might look real, it’s not. The scammers who send emails like this one do not have anything to do with the companies they pretend to be. Phishing emails can have real consequences for people who give scammers their information. And they can harm the reputation of the companies they’re spoofing.

IRS WARNINGS

The IRS has also issued a warning about Coronavirus-related scams related to your economic impact payment.

The IRS reminds taxpayers that scammers may:

  • Emphasize the words “Stimulus Check” or “Stimulus Payment.” The official term is economic impact payment.
  • Ask the taxpayer to sign over their economic impact payment check to them.
  • Ask by phone, email, text or social media for verification of personal and/or banking information saying that the information is needed to receive or speed up their economic impact payment.
  • Suggest that they can get a tax refund or economic impact payment faster by working on the taxpayer’s behalf. This scam could be conducted by social media or even in person.
  • Mail the taxpayer a bogus check, perhaps in an odd amount, then tell the taxpayer to call a number or verify information online in order to cash it.

Rapid COVID-19 Testing

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Rapid COVID-19 Testing

Utah’s Governor, Gary Herbert, announced a new partnership with Silicon Slopes, a coalition of tech companies in the state, to push for an expanded testing capability in Utah.

TestUtah.com, a website pushed by Silicon Slopes, allows you to go online and fill out a questionnaire to see if you should go get a test. It even gives you a QR code and an appointment slot.

TestUtah is a new initiative sponsored through Silicon Slopes and in partnership with Utah state leaders and private corporations. Their goal is to dramatically increase the rate of COVID-19 testing so we can have better access to testing and help stem the spread of COVID-19, to get us back to normal as quickly as possible.

TestUtah.com published a list of Frequently Asked Questions regarding the health assessment survey.

If you feel you have symptoms of COVID-19 or have been advised by a medical provider to get tested, this is a great resource!

COVID-19 vs Allergies vs Cold?

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COVID-19 vs Allergies vs Cold?

There are several similarities between COVID-19 and allergies, the flu, or a cold. The chart provided by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation provides an easy to follow breakdown.

We ask that if you are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 you use the CDC’s Self-Checker and consult a doctor. If you do have symptoms of COVID-19 and are seeking medical diagnosis or are caring for someone that has COVID-19, you may be eligible for paid sick leave. Please contact your group leader or HR.

Magleby Employee Support Fund

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Magleby Employee Support Fund

Formerly known as the Employee Assistance Fund, the Magleby Employee Support Fund is set up to help individuals who find themselves in a place where there are no other resources available.  They are backed into a corner and don’t have help from family or friends or the ability to secure financing to help navigate through the next days or weeks of their lives. 

Anyone can elect to contribute to the Magleby Employee Support Fund. You can elect to contribute per paycheck or make a one time contribution.  Your employee contribution dollars are matched by Magleby $2 to $1 and set aside to help employees in need.

We have been able to put the Fund dollars to use in very meaningful ways over the years. Your support is very much appreciated and means a lot to those who have reached out for help.

If you would like to contribute to the Magleby Employee Support Fund, please complete the online contribution form. You will receive an email from Payroll once your contribution is set up.

Online Contribution Form

If you find yourself in need of assistance from the Fund, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Kris Talynn, [email protected] or (801) 785-9998.

Town Hall 4-3-2020

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Town Hall 4-3-2020

Question & Answer Summary

Magleby Employee Support Fund

Several of you have asked if there’s a way you can help your fellow coworkers in need. We are continuously grateful for the generosity and kindness of our Magleby team. The Magleby Employee Support Fund (formerly known as the Employee Assistance Fund) is available if you would like to make a one-time or regular contribution to the fund or if you need help from the fund.

Donations

If you are interested in donating supplies, food, or any other items to employees that may be in need, you can post it in the Classifieds section. If you are in need of supplies, food, or other items, please search the Classifieds or contact HR for assistance. We will do our best to help coordinate.

In addition, if you would like to donate unused PTO to help a fellow coworker out, you may do so. Please contact Nicole Evans, [email protected], in payroll to make arrangements.

Job Site Shut Downs & Limitations

Blaine County, Idaho issued an isolation order shutting down operations in our Sun Valley office. However, at this time, we have not been shut down in Utah. It is likely that Utah County and Salt Lake County will be “safe ground” for continued work. The hot spots we see now are in Summit and Wasatch Counties, affecting our work in Park City and Heber. We ask each of our team members and trade partners to continue to be diligent in following the appropriate safety precautions as outlined by the CDC, county, homeowners association, etc. so that we can continue to work.

We are actively following all guidelines as to the number of people on a job site. Currently Summit County has the strictest guidelines which allow for more than 10 workers on a site as long as some level of social distancing is happening. The Colony in Park City is only allowing up to 15 people on that project.

Job Site Sanitation & Supplies

We continue to purchase and distribute cleaning and disinfecting supplies to our sites. We’ve purchased bleach and are mixing it to the recommended concentration per the CDC guidelines as well as providing paper/hand towels for use. We have ordered and continue to supply sanitation stations from Honey Bucket. We have also ordered and will distribute masks and hand sanitizer as soon as they arrive.

Layoffs

We are currently doing everything we can to keep working. That includes applying for federal assistance now available through the CARES Act. In addition, each group leader is coordinating to ensure that if possible, we move folks around to different projects to keep people working as best we can. Right now we can manage things for several weeks with federal assistance. However, there may come a time that we have to make the difficult decision to lay some of our team off. Rest assured that we will do what we can to avoid that. For those that are laid off, the CARES Act has made significant changes to unemployment to help during this crisis.

What Can You Do To Support The Company?

The biggest thing is for all of use to have the spirit and attitude of being strong together, begin healthy, not living in a state of fear consumed by uncertainty.  Help those around you.  Be a good neighbor to those around you.  Ask them what their needs are and ask what you can do to solve them. We are all in this together.

Closing Comments

I am super grateful to everyone for the commitment that you have for everything you are doing to move forward as a company.  Just watch out for each other and band together as a company. Try to be Magleby Strong in the face of all this adversity and uncertainty in the world. 

I commit to doing all I can, as will the leadership team, to get through this.

Chad Magleby

Pandemic Unemployment Assistance

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Pandemic Unemployment Assistance

The CARES Act created a new federal program called Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) in effect through December 31, 2020. This program allows states to pay up to 39 weeks of benefits to covered individuals who aren’t eligible to receive or who have exhausted regular unemployment compensation.

Covered Individual

A covered individual is someone that self-certifies that he/she is otherwise able and available to work except that he/she is unemployed, partially employed, unable to work or unavailable to work due to at least one of the following categories:

  • The individual has been diagnosed with COVID-19 or is experiencing symptoms and seeking a medical diagnosis.
  • A member of the individual’s household has been diagnosed with COVID-19.
  • The individual is providing care for a family member or household member who has been diagnosed with COVID-19.
  • The individual is the primary caregiver for a child or other person in the household who is unable to attend school or another facility as a direct result of COVID-19.
  • The individual is unable to reach the place of employment because of a quarantine imposed as a direct result of COVID-19.
  • The individual is unable to work because a health care provider has advised the individual to self-quarantine due to COVID-19 concerns.
  • The individual was scheduled to commence employment and does not have a job or is unable to reach the job as a direct result of COVID-19.
  • The individual has become the breadwinner or major support for a household because the head of household has died as a direct result of COVID-19.
  • The individual has to quit his or her job as a direct result of COVID-19.
  • The individual’s place of employment is closed as a direct result of COVID-19.

Not Eligible

The Pandemic Unemployment Assistance program is typically not payable to someone who has the ability to telework with pay or who are receiving paid sick leave or other paid leave benefits. However, if you are receiving paid sick leave or other paid leave benefits that total less than your customary workweek, you may be eligible for a reduced PUA amount.

Benefits Amount

The weekly benefit amount paid under the PUA is $600 per week. This is in addition to the weekly benefit amount paid by the state where you file unemployment.

Quick Links

Utah Department of Workforce Services – COVID-19 Unemployment Insurance

Idaho Department of Labor – COVID-19 Unemployment Insurance

Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)

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Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)

In order to help small business impacted by Coronavirus-related issues between February 15 and June 30, 2020, the CARES Act allows those businesses to apply for loans to cover eligible expenses during the covered period.

Eligible expenses include:

  • Payroll costs
  • Costs related to the continuation of group health-care benefits during periods of paid sick, medical, or family leave and insurance premiums
  • Employee’s salaries, commissions, or similar compensation
  • Payments of interest on any mortgage obligations (not including prepayment fees or payment of principal on the mortgage itself)
  • Rent (including rents under a lease agreement)
  • Utilities
  • Interest on any other debt obligations that were incurred before the relevant covered period

We applied for this program on April 3, 2020 and are awaiting approval.

The Small Business Administration will forgive all loans under this program if:

  • Loans are used exclusively for their intended purposes (see bullet points directly above)
  • Loans are used to offset no more than eight weeks (the maximum amount of time payroll expenses would be fully offset) of eligible payroll expenses
  • Businesses retain employees at salary levels comparable to before the crisis

Once we have received the funds, leadership will work diligently to allocate those funds appropriately to offset the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, isolation and shelter-in-place orders, and changes to our business operations as a result of project / workflow changes resulting from client concerns.

If you’d like some juicy reading, the Treasury Department has prepared an Overview as well as an Information Sheet designed to answer small business questions.

The Tax Foundation has also provided a good summary of the Paycheck Protection Program that’s easy to understand.

COVID-19 Tracker

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CARES Act & 401(k) Changes

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CARES Act & 401(k) Changes

The new Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act has included changes to options available for your 401(k). It eases retirement plan hardship distributions and loan rules to free up funds for individuals impacted by the pandemic.

Vendors

Touchstone Retirement Group is our 401(k) vendor. You can reach Participant Services at 877-937-2040 or [email protected].

Caliber Wealth Management is our plan’s financial advisor. You can reach Linda Patch, our dedicated plan advisor, at 385-223-8688 / 844-358-6592 or [email protected]. Keep in mind that Linda’s services to review and discuss your 401(k) and financial plans are offered to you at no cost.

Summary of 401(k) Changes

A summary of the CARES Act changes are:

  • Hardship Distributions – the 10% early withdrawal penalty is waived and there will not be a 20% mandatory federal tax withheld on withdrawals up to $100k for an individual who:
    • is diagnosed with COVID-19;
    • whose spouse or dependent is diagnosed with COVID-19;
    • who experiences adverse financial consequences as a result of being quarantined, furloughed, laid off, having work hours reduced, being unable to work due to lack of child care due to COVID-19, closing or reducing hours of a business owned or operated by the individual due to COVID-19; or
    • other factors as determined by the Treasury Secretary

Note: The online distribution request process won’t be up and running at Touchstone Retirement Group until April 10, 2020. Although there are not mandatory 20% taxes withheld, taxes will still be owed and can be paid over a three-year period without penalty. If the entire distribution amount is repaid to the 401(k) plan within 3 years, no taxes will be due.

  • Plan Loans – Loan limits are now doubled to the lessor of $100,000 or 100% of participant’s vested account balance in the plan. If you already have a 401(k) loan with a loan payment due from the date of the Act’s enactment, you can delay your loan repayment(s) for up to one year. If you have a loan through Magleby’s 401(k), please contact HR to either continue your 401(k) payments or stop them until 12/31/2020. Loan payments would resume 1/1/2021.
  • Temporary Waiver of Required Minimum Distribution Rules (RMDs) – For individuals over age 72, this waives the requirement for 2020 to have to take a required minimum distribution.

The link below will provide more details. However, please call Linda Patch at Caliber Wealth Management for clarification and specific questions regarding your 401(k).

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Project Highlight

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Project Highlight

Ben Bond and Scott Shumway have a lot to boast about regarding the current project they’re managing. We all know that it takes great team effort to build the perfect dream home. Ben and Scott have some pretty talented trade partners teaming up to make sure these clients do, indeed, get it their way. From the framing of Magleby Carpentry to the finish work of Masterpiece Finish Carpentry, this home started and is ending with the Magleby overall quality and pizazz, with some flair from our trade partners interspersed throughout.

Let’s take a glimpse into the master bath at the tub and vanity nearing completion.

The Tub and Tile Work

Brandon Page of BC Countertops procured and crafted the marble stone for the tub, shower and door jambs and casings. The tub deck is set with an “ogee” profile – it is off-set to help hide the horizontal seam. Butted up to the front of the face of the tub is a full-mitered step-du-jour of grand marble. The soft gray tones make for a relaxing, clean environment.

The tile was masterfully set by A&H Tile – shout out to Larry Aragon – and continues with the soft gray tones with a little bit of texture for contrast in the shower and toilet rooms. Check out that backsplash to the tub, though! How pretty is that?

Harris Dudley worked the plumbing on the tub, shower and vanities. Standard Plumbing Supply supplied the fixtures – some to still be installed on the vanities.

The Vanities

“His” vanity and changing room cabinetry are topped with beautiful marble stone. Masterpiece Millwork & Door built a beautiful, chocolate cabinet set with a solid wood frame for uncompromising quality and longevity.

“Her” vanity and changing room cabinetry are also topped with the beautiful marble stone. The sturdy cabinetry is complemented with a soft white paint to contrast his darker set. Her vanity also includes an opening under the counter as an opportunity for the lady of the house to properly pamper herself in a seated fashion.

Both vanities have undermounted sinks to keep with the clean look of the bathroom.

Don’t forget the “throne room”!

The beautiful tile carries through to the room with the toilet and urinal. Look at those marbled walls!

The home is nearly completed, and we wanted to show you an example of teamwork and great craftsmanship.

Stay tuned for other spotlights on our homes in progress on future posts!

Lakehouse Style Recognized

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Lakehouse Style Recognized

We are excited to announce one of our Estate Homes projects has been featured in Utah Style & Design magazine’s Summer edition! This home, managed by Richard Christensen (PM) and Allen Rasmussen (SM), was completed a few years back but it just goes to show that some things are timeless!

Utah Style & Design magazine showcases the best of Utah and the Mountainwest’s design, architecture and dining, as well as entertaining ideas for living the good life at home.

Check out the pictures below and download the full article to read all about it.

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Women’s Build 2020

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Women’s Build 2020

It’s that time of year again!

Habitat for Humanity makes a HUGE difference in the lives of families in need of a home. Magleby is excited to once again be part of it. The Habitat for Humanity Women Build program has been around since 1991 providing women volunteers from all walks of life the opportunity to work together to build stronger, safer communities. This program gives the women of Magleby Construction as well as the sisters, friends, wives, and daughters (or any other woman connection for that matter) of our employees the opportunity to get our hands dirty and bond while building part of someone’s new home.

Last year several of our women employees, wives, and daughters joined forces to build support walls, install floor joists and lay down subfloor for a home for the Castro family. Ms. Castro was onsite to help as well. It was a great way to have some fun, build something cool, and get to volunteer for such a worthy cause.

This year we’ve been asked to participate in building a home for the Watts family. Kelly Watts is a single mom caring for her 17-year old son Trevin who has moderate autism and multiple disabilities. Kelly and her son are currently living in way less than desirable conditions and it’s time for that to change. We’d love for all women associated with Magleby to help! You don’t have to have any construction experience. Licensed professionals will be on site to provide training and guidance.

We don’t yet know when we’ll be called to help but if you or someone you know would like to take part in the Women Build event for Kelly and her son, please complete the WOMEN BUILD INTEREST form and we’ll reach out when we know more.

Sign and Send Anywhere

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Sign and Send Anywhere

By Krystofer Gardner

Do you use DocuSign as an employee at Magleby? Are you frequently sending or signing documents as part of your role?

If the answer to any of these is yes, are you using DocuSign for Mobile? If not, plain, and simple, you are missing out.

Here are a few reasons to name only a few on what is to love with DocuSign for Mobile:

  • Notifications – when DocuSign is an installed app on your phone it can be set to send passive notifications every time that your action is required. That means no more constant scanning the email inbox for the next contract to sign, get a notification right on your phone.
  • Simplified Signing – now you got the notification on your phone, give it a swipe, and you are instantly reviewing and signing no matter where you are. Not to mention the signing experience is extremely simplified and easy.
  • FREE – if you are only signing documents you can have a FREE signing account. You do not have to pay to sign. (Know a trade partner who could benefit from the notifications and simplified signing experience?)
  • History – see all the documents you have signed previously.

So what are you waiting for? Download the app, sign in, and tell all your trade partners to do the same!

Free signing only account: https://go.docusign.com/o/free/?tgr=com-freeplan-Pricing

Download for iPhone – https://apps.apple.com/us/app/docusign-upload-sign-docs/id474990205

Download for Android Phone – https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.docusign.ink&hl=en_US

#1 Best Cabinets!

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#1 Best Cabinets!

We all know that our millwork operation produces the highest quality, handcrafted product out there, but now we have additional confirmation.  As published in Utah Valley Magazine – May 2020 (page 32), Masterpiece Millwork & Door has been voted as Best Cabinets in the Best of Utah Valley 2020 awards! Outstanding job team! The cool part about this award is that we don’t advertise. The award was truly awarded based on word-of-mouth voting and the public’s true opinion of the beautiful work our Millwork team produces.

Paul Magleby started our millwork operations some 30 years ago because he wanted more control over some of the critical parts of our projects. He didn’t like the idea of having to wait for a cabinet shop to fit us in and he wanted a level of craftsmanship in our cabinets that was on par with the Magleby standard we are known for. In addition, he also liked the idea of providing a viable and stable livelihood for our great craftsman. Our Millwork team is able to take whatever the client’s envision and create it.

In talking with Kim Dorius, cabinet sales, he said he is able to sell what he does because our shop has skilled craftsman and he has “true belief in what they do.” He said he has faith in Jason Martinez to “make it happen.” He also said he relies on Kyle Aleman to help him make our clients’ dreams come true. Kyle does our drafting. He takes redlines from the clients, pictures, and Kim’s thoughts and brings it to life. And, thanks to Scott Hudson’s “magic”, our client gets the look and finish they dream off. Scott is the chemist that mixes up the color-match finishes to complete the cabinet look. Kim said Scott “could take a cardboard box and make it look good.” With Scott’s talent, we can match any color a client wants. We’ve even had to match cabinet colors to things like fabric, brick and wallpaper! Kim credits all the skilled craftsman he works with and feels that it’s “his team that make him look good.”

In the shop, our machinery is pretty standard. What sets us apart are the craftsman running it. We have a long list of employees that have been with us through thick and thin and with that comes talent. The new team we’ve added compliments that and adds even more talent.

Our team:

  • Brooks Greenwood
  • Chad Greenwood
  • Danny England
  • Graham Rasmussen
  • Greg Christensen
  • Hugo Macha
  • Jason Martinez
  • Jason Kreger
  • Jeff Johnson
  • Jeff Crisp
  • Justin Whittier
  • Kim Dorius
  • Kyle Alleman
  • Mike Breinholt
  • Mike Johnson
  • Scott Hudson
  • Timothy Luckraft
  • Travis Atchison
  • Tyson Franc

Kim says he “loves the challenging, fun, and unique projects we build. It’s fun to interact with guys.” And what’s even more cool is that often times our clients stop by, get to know the builders and watch the project. Our clients love it because they get to be part of the final product.

Most of the doors we build are for clients and were created in the design studio. That’s where the excitement happens seeing a client’s vision. Clients look forward to the meetings. The client gets to mark up the drawings and take an active role in the design process. Kim says the team takes a genuine interest in the client, their product, and the overall experience. The team pays attention to details like the proportion of moulding and finish on the cabinetry, which creates magic for the client. Kim says, “the product always is way better than I would ever anticipate. Our craftsman really are second to none.”

Another really fun fact is that we have a custom built wire brush machine that Paul Magleby had built years ago to give wood an aged, barn wood appearance. This machine saves hours of productivity. Our crew used to wire brush one inch of wood at a time but now can do a 36″ wide board. The machine works by taking new wood and making it look old by brushing out the soft grain and leaving the hard grain, giving the wood that signature “old barn wood” look.

Justin Whittier, “Mr. Roller Coaster”, is our engineer. After the project is sold, Justin programs the CNC to bring the cabinets to life. He used to be a roller coaster engineer in his former career which helps him envision the projects he works one. He’s currently engineering a hidden bookcase with a dictionary sitting on the shelf that acts as a hidden latch. When complete, you will grab the dictionary and pull it forward to unlatch the hidden bookcase. Just an example of Justin’s genius at work.

The Mill recently purchased a state of the art CNC machine, which is a high-precision, computerized router that will router cabinet parts, custom mouldings, finials, man door parts, etc. It can also create 3D carved mouldings like those shown here. This machine not only adds a new level of possibility to our clients’ visions but it saves our craftsmen a ton of time as well.

If you’ve never been to our showroom over at the mill building, stop by. Schedule some time with Kim Dorius or Jason Martinez to show you around. It’s pretty darn impressive!

Don’t Be The Tallest Object

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Don’t Be The Tallest Object

By Scott Magleby

Lightning is likely to strike the tallest objects in a given area —

you should not be the tallest object

As we approach the summer months and we work in locations where the weather changes in an instant, I just wanted to bring to mind some safety tips to hopefully help us prevent long term disruptions that can be caused be severe weather.

Preparing Your Construction Site for Severe Weather

Start with weather awareness:

  • Make habit to regularly check short and long range forecasts
  • Last minute preparations can prevent damage to equipment and lost productivity

If signs of approaching thunderstorms occur, workers should not begin any task they cannot quickly stop

Proper planning and safe practices can easily increase lightning safety when working outdoors

Hard to Predict and Prepare For Weather

  • High Winds – Can appear without warning. Without protection, high winds can topple walls, scaffolding and equipment.
  • Thunderstorms – Lightning, high winds and heavy rain usually occur without much warning or time to prepare.

Getting your job site ready for severe weather means you only need minor last-minute changes to adequately prepare the area in the event conditions worsen. With adequate preparation and planning, you can avoid injuries and financial losses on your sites.

Lightning

As we all can attest too, lightning is a dangerous natural force. Annually in the United States, cloud-to-ground lightning occurs 20 to 25 million times and over 300 people are struck by lightning. During the past 30 years, about 50 people, on average, have been killed by lightning strikes every year, and many more suffer permanent disabilities.

According to the OSHA NOAA fact sheet, precautions should be taken to prevent worker exposure to lightning. Employers should recognize lightning as an occupational hazard. Supervisors and workers at outdoor worksites should take lightning safety seriously. Lightning is unpredictable and can strike outside the heaviest rainfall areas or even up to 10 miles from any rainfall.

Lightning Precautions

During a lightning storm the following procedures should be taken for you safety:

  • The site should provide a protected area away from trees and metal equipment for workers to take cover in.
  • Lightning often strikes workers who go back outside too soon.
  • Employees should remain in an enclosed area until 30 minutes after last hearing thunder.
  • If your workers lack an enclosed building, instruct them to stay inside a hard-topped vehicle until the storm passes. 
Lightning Safety-For you and your Home

High Winds

In 2016, across the United States, high winds caused 23 deaths and 87 injuries. Along with the human toll, property damage from winds totaled $95.8 million. The data illustrate how severe winds are in causing loss of property and life.

During storms or high winds, OSHA prohibits:

High winds cause damage

Package Accountability

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Training Is Here Again!

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Training Is Here Again!

We are excited to announce that we are launching Magleby University again! We’ve heard from a lot of you during the last review cycle that you want training opportunities to improve not only your work performance but your personal development as well. We’ve listened and are very much looking forward to bringing you future training to meet your needs.

Training Committee

We have formed a Training Committee to include Krystofer Gardner, Destry Simpson, Leon Schwab, Rich Christensen and Kris Talynn. This committee has been hard at work revising the old training matrix and job classifications. They have taken what worked well from the past and incorporated that into a more streamlined process that will deliver more Magleby specific training that is timely and relevant.

The Committee is currently putting the finishing touches on the new Training Matrix and will publish it in the coming week. The Training Matrix will also continue to evolve as they build it out to encompass all positions at Magleby.

NAHB Certifications

Magleby used to offer a lot of courses based on the NAHB certification content. The NAHB has decided to discontinue a majority of the designations they previously offered. Because of that, our training committee has decided to move past the NAHB specific content and instead create a hybrid of best practices in the industry and at Magleby. Some of the training topics we offer will align with previous NAHB courses but will be customized to Magleby. We’ve also added several courses.

Training Categories

In order to meet your needs, we’ve broken our training content into three categories:

  • Professional Development – focus on technical expertise, job functions, and industry focus. These courses will be assigned based on job position and classification within that position.
  • Group Development – focus on relevant topics per group. These courses will be assigned within the respective groups.
  • Personal Development – focus on soft skills, leadership, culture, communication, etc. These courses are for all employees.

Training Frequency

The Training Matrix for each position will outline the required courses by position. In order to provide for enough time to learn and incorporate that learning, most courses will be offered on a rotating cycle. Each category of course will be taught on a quarterly basis as follows:

  • Professional Development – 1st month of each quarter.
  • Group Development – 2nd month of each quarter.
  • Personal Development – 3rd month of each quarter

Each of the Professional and Personal Development courses will be advertised on our Events page as they are scheduled. Our intent is to offer them in person in each of the offices. The Group Development courses will be scheduled during the 2nd month of each quarter based on each group’s need and schedule. Those courses will not be published on the Events page.

Upcoming Training

The first course being offered is Risk Management and Insurance, a Professional Development course, in July. Check out the Events page for more details on what you will learn in the course as well as when it’s offered. This course is targeted to our Operations teams but any employee is welcome to attend.

Feel free to reach out to any of our Training Committee members with questions. We will keep you posted as more info is available.

Pandemic Cyber Security

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Pandemic Cyber Security

Don’t get caught with your (cyber) pants down during a pandemic

By Connor Healey

It’s 2020. Hackers and con-artists are more sophisticated and diligent than ever. In their minds, you can’t let any good opportunity go to waste. Let’s talk modern times (aka Corona Virus) Cyber Security. Below I have grabbed some screenshots from an FBI Private Industry Warning. There is a lot of good information in there on what to watch for and steps you can take to avoid being victimized.


Keep in mind that this only covers one version of many different flavors of cyber fraud. The modern exploiter is creative. Their main goal: take advantage of you in any way they can. Be on the look out for bad attachments, any link that asks for your username and password, and anyone seeking to get personal or financial information from you.

Anything you are unsure about feel free to forward to [email protected] so it can be looked at by Connor or Leif.

Houzz T.V. Sport Court

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Houzz T.V. Sport Court

You know a true BYU fan when you find out that their personal home sport court bleeds blue. We certainly don’t have to go too far to find one, either.

You guys, check out this sweet video of Chad Magleby’s sport court that was featured on Houzz T.V.. In it he discusses with Rick Spence, Producer of Houzz TV, the building science of sport courts constructed under the home garage. There’s some great footage of the court as a whole, shot by our very own Ryan Clifford.

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