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HVACTA: On the First Day of Brazing

by Danny | Jul 23, 2025 | 2nd Chance University: Empowering the Justice-Involved, Alternative to Incarceration, HVAC Training, OSHA

Every day is a day of progression. Today we introduced brazing techniques to a group of first timers. Each had their way with at least three copper cuts and three connections. HVACTA: On the First Day of Brazing It did not take long for each participant to feel...

HVACTA: The Fundamentals

by Danny | Jul 21, 2025 | 2nd Chance University: Empowering the Justice-Involved, Alternative to Incarceration, HVAC Program

We closed out last week with all participants active in the field as each gained hands-on experience centering around fundamental HVAC equipment and components. Building a fundamental knowledge is essential for all HVAC service technicians… that’s just what we do....

HVACTA: Ladder and Sunshine

by Danny | Jul 18, 2025 | 2nd Chance University: Empowering the Justice-Involved, OSHA, Universal EPA Exam

The weather is testing all and makes for a good challenge in the HVAC field. Today all engaged in ladder safety training and general HVAC outside component encounters. HVACTA: Ladder and Sunshine By the end of the first week each participant gets down and dirty in the...

HVACTA: Group Day Two Photo and Warm Up

by Danny | Jul 16, 2025 | 2nd Chance University: Empowering the Justice-Involved, Alternative to Incarceration, HVAC Training, OSHA

Yesterday the day was filled with rain… not the best day one but then again, the first week is designed to dig deep into understanding HVAC systems, components, and safety. Overall, we were productive on many levels. HVACTA: Group Day Two Photo and Warm Up Day two is...

HVACTA: Day One

by Danny | Jul 15, 2025 | 2nd Chance University: Empowering the Justice-Involved, Alternative to Incarceration, OSHA

Today marks a new day and ten new adventures for a group beginning their HVAC journey. Outside the rain has yet to subside so the group is delving deep into HVAC concepts, protocols, safety, and general industry speak. HVACTA: Day One Getting the workshop rolling in...

HVACTA: Ready, Set, Start… Tuesday

by Danny | Jul 12, 2025 | 2nd Chance University: Empowering the Justice-Involved, Alternative to Incarceration, HVAC Training

Tuesday, July 15th marks another HVAC journey for ten eager-to-become excellent HVAC Service Technicians. With a “learn-by-doing” approach, I am looking forward to being part of each participant’s adventure. HVACTA: Ready, Set, Start… Tuesday Dedicated to each...