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We are working hard to get the “Back to Work” protocols in order to jumpstart the Industry. 
Do not miss a work opportunity because you are missing a Safety Pass class.
All classes can be completed on-line except for “B2” Boom/Scissor Lift Rigging for Set Lighting Technicians; “D1” Advanced Fall Protection; “E2” Fire Extinguisher Safety. These are either blended classes or hands on training.
Please check your Safety Pass Classes. 

We share in the heartbreak, frustration and anger surrounding the tragic murder of George Floyd by Minneapolis Police. We stand in solidarity with the African-American community as together we grieve yet another lawless, racist killing in our country.

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After the CA EDD webinar a few week ago, a list of FAQs were asked.

1. What should you list as your last day of work?
Provide the last person/entity for whom you worked, regardless of amount of time.

2. What box do you check when filing a claim, Regular UI or Disaster Relief UI?

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One of the many plan changes by Motion Picture Industry Pension and Health Plans (MPIPHP) due to the COVID-19 pandemic, was to approve a one-time hardship withdrawal from your IAP.
The Trustees of the Plans have been working to lessen the impact on members. 
For some, this isn’t something they want to dip into, for others, it is a lifeline. 
But for everyone, it’s part of your retirement funding. 
This is not something you want to do lightly.
There are consequences down the road, but we have tried to make those as small as possible.

International President Loeb has been in discussions with labor leaders from other unions, studio heads, theater owners, promoters, government officials, the IATSE General Executive Board and Department Directors, and many of you regarding the post-COVID-19 restarting of the entertainment industry. He called upon the IATSE Crafts Advancement Program (ICAP) to create a set of uniform guidance documents for our union on returning to work safely in the age of COVID-19.

COVID-19 is redirecting our Industry, affecting lives leaving members struggling with an ambiguous economic future. Here is a list of resources, grants, and assistance.  Not all of them may cover your direct needs and some reach across the country but look through it.   
Here are some links that may help 

FINANCIAL RELIEF