Manage your reputation with smart hiring practices
The people you hire play a key role in the success and bottom line of your business. Your team often […]
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When a Safety Shutdown Isn’t What it Seems and How to Avoid it
Safety shutdowns in gas furnaces are meant to protect homeowners, equipment, and technicians. Yet every heating season, contractors across the country lose money, time, and customer trust because safety faults are misdiagnosed as failed components instead of the warning signs they truly are.
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Gas furnace installation: What every HVAC technician must get right
Skipping the manufacturer’s instructions during installation may result in a furnace that fails within six months or less. For example, heat exchangers can crack from improper venting, and gas valves can clog and malfunction by skipping essential piping steps. This happens all the time when installers rush through jobs.
Strengthen your workplace by reviewing the OSHA top 10
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) Top 10 Most Frequently Cited Standards serve to keep employers aware of common […]
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How to talk furnace safety and performance with homeowners — without scaring them
When homeowners hear the words gas furnace, their minds often jump to the worst-case scenario. Carbon monoxide, cracked heat exchangers, “dangerous flames,” and internet horror stories can make even a routine tune-up sound frightening. As professionals, we walk a fine line: we must communicate safety issues clearly and honestly—without creating unnecessary alarm or sounding like we’re upselling fear.
Where did all the colors go? What contractors need to know about the switch to gray A2L cylinders
The shift to A2L refrigerants created confusion about more than just new equipment specs. Cylinder standards changed, too, and not […]
Handling hazard communication at your business
A key part of workplace safety involves hazard communication training to help your employees identify, use, and store any hazardous materials they […]
Big news: Unlimited QI certificates—one flat fee!
ACCA Quality Installation (QI) certificates help HVACR contractors like you stand out in your market and confirm the quality of […]
HVAC maintenance to complete before, during, and after wildfire season: A guide for HVACR technicians and owners
As wildfires continue to affect California, the air quality in many regions has deteriorated significantly. HVAC technicians and owners play […]
The power of planning: changing driving behaviors
A recent study estimates that 29% of all traffic-related deaths are due to distractions.1 Distracted driving is a choice — one […]
Safety Awareness for Slips, Trips, and Falls
By: National Account Executive Patrick Cunningham, Federated Mutual Insurance Company It only takes a moment, but a slip, trip, or […]
Consistency is key for fire prevention
As a business owner, you know that one fire could destroy everything you’ve worked for, potentially leading to devastating consequences […]
Why training your team for the A2L refrigerant transition is critical
The HVACR industry is on the brink of a significant shift—the 2025 A2L refrigerant transition. As this transition approaches, it’s […]
Hurricane and Storm Season – Be Prepared
Hurricane season is approaching, and it’s crucial that you stay safe and prepared. Read this blog to learn some hurricane safety tips.
Federated Insurance: Disregarding Safety Instructions
One of our employees is constantly disregarding safety instructions. Are we allowed to discipline him when workers’ compensation is involved? Find out from ACCA Corporate Partner Federated Insurance.
CO Poisoning Prevention: A Vital Guide
It’s crucial to recognize that CO poisoning is entirely preventable. This blog aims to empower you with knowledge about CO, its symptoms, and practical measures to protect yourself and your loved ones.
Fire Prevention with Federated
Fire prevention is an essential topic for business owners, so ACCA Platinum Corporate Partner Federated Insurance® is sharing these three steps to help you begin preventing dangerous, deadly, and avoidable fires.
Resource Roundup: The Not-So-Secret ACCA Member Benefits – Third Edition
Have you ever been seeking an ACCA member benefits resource but can’t seem to find what you’re looking for? Are you a new member looking for the bountiful resources available to you? Resource Round-up is here to help.
Service Savvy: Hot Summers, Dehydration, and Technicians
What does dehydration and technician behavior have in common? Keep reading.
Summer Prep: Monsoon Season
The North American monsoon is a weather pattern characterized by a significant increase in thunderstorms and rainfall across large areas of the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico. Typically occurring between June and mid-September, this seasonal change in atmospheric circulation is driven by the intense summer heat over the continental land mass. Read more on what to expect in this blog.
