Committee Updates

• Communications Committee
• Communications Working Group
• Contracts Committee
• Cybersecurity Committee
• General Membership
• Human Resources Committee
• NSI Review Working Groups
• OSHA-VSRA Partnership
• QMB Welding Process Improvement Working Group
• Quality Assurance Audit Subcommittee
• Quality Assurance Committee
• Quality Assurance ISO-9001-2015 Subcommittee
• Quality Assurance Standard Items Review Subcommittee
• Quality Assurance Welding Consumable Control System Procedure Subcommittee
• Quality Management Board (QMB)
• Safety & Health Seminar Planning Committee
• Safety and Environmental Committee
• Safety Management Board (SMB)
• Security Committee
• VSRA Internal Test Committee
• VSRA Training Announcements
• Workforce Development Committee

RECENT NEW MEMBER COMPANIES

Two new member companies were approved, bringing our membership total to 245.

Diversified Communications

Marine Chemist Testing

July Lunch Speaker: Paul Grossman, VP VEDP

Paul Grossman Speaks at the General Membership Meeting

Paul Grossman was the guest speaker at our July 15th General Membership Luncheon, and gave an informative speech on the necessity of diversifying business using international trade. Mr. Grossman serves the Commonwealth of Virginia as the Vice President of International Trade for the Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP).

2014 19th Annual VSRA Safety & Health Seminar!

The VSRA 19th Annual Safety & Health Seminar is scheduled for Wednesday, October 15, 2014 - Seating will be limited.

NEW Pre-Hire Program: Member Advantage

The Virginia Ship Repair Association, in a partnership with our Member Companies, local Workforce Development Centers, and Virginia’s Community Colleges, has developed an exciting new Pre-Hire Training program. This program is designed to help our future workforce get a head start on skilled trade careers in the Ship Repair industry, while filling entry-level vacancies in high-demand fields with a future.

Background Checks for Employees: Ensuring Compliance with Federal and State Law

Employers often rely on background checks before making important hiring decisions. In both the pre-employment and post-employment stages, background checks can be valuable tools.  In general, employers are free to rely on such information during the employment process; however, various federal and state laws impose restrictions and additional requirements when accessing and relying on certain types of information.

Training Events

04.06.26
OSHA 10 Hour Maritime Industry Course (April 6-7)

04.10.26
Principles of Fluid Power (April 10)

04.17.26
Hydraulic Systems Diagnostics (April 17)

04.27.26
OSHA 10 Hour Maritime Industry Course (April 27-28)

05.04.26
OSHA 10 Hour Maritime Industry Course (May 4-5)

05.04.26
OSHA 5410 OSHA Standards for the Maritime Industry (May 4-8)

05.05.26
Shipboard Cableway Inspection (May 5-7)

2014 28th Annual VSRF Golf Tournament!

 28th Annual VSRF Golf Tournament

The event was a resounding success, and the weather was perfect!

2014 Mini Contract Seminar Series

The 2014 Mini Contract Seminar Series dates have been confirmed! This year there are 5 topics.

ODU's Courses in Public Procurement and Contract Management

ODU will be offering classes in public procurement and contract management in the upcoming Fall 2014 semester.