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Information regarding Benefit Services and what they administer for UA Local 725 and MCASF Sobre nosotros Contratistas profesionales, capacitados y orgullosos de pertenecer al sindicato. Sindicato Local 725 de Instaladores de Tuberías El sindicato local 725 de instaladores de aire acondicionado, refrigeración y tuberías de United Association representa a más de 1200 miembros en el área del sur de Florida que trabajan en la industria de aire acondicionado, refrigeración y sistemas mecánicos. El trabajo del sindicato local 725 abarca la instalación, modernización, mantenimiento y reparación de plantas de tratamiento de agua y alcantarillado, instalaciones de tuberías de combustible para aeropuertos, instalaciones de tuberías de tinta para plantas de periódicos, sistemas de amoníaco y glicol para cámaras frigoríficas y pistas de hielo, plantas farmacéuticas y muchas otras. Fundado el 22 de junio de 1950, la jurisdicción del Sindicato Local 725 abarca los condados de Miami-Dade, Broward y Monroe, así como la jurisdicción en 4 condados costeros de la costa oeste de Florida; Collier, Lee, Charlotte y Sarasota para todos los servicios mecánicos de HVAC. El centro de capacitación del Local 725, ARPEC (Centro de Educación en Aire Acondicionado, Refrigeración y Montaje de Tuberías) tiene profundas raíces en el estado de Florida y se registró por primera vez como programa de aprendizaje el 11 de octubre de 1949. Desde entonces, ARPEC ha seguido siendo uno de los programas de aprendizaje más respetados en los Estados Unidos y Canadá. Visita el sitio web de UA 725 Visita el sitio web de UA 725

Information regarding the Health & Welfare benefits for the participants of UA Local 725 Sus beneficios de atención médica La Junta de Fideicomisarios del Fondo Fiduciario de Salud y Bienestar del Local 725 de MCASF se complace en darle la bienvenida al sitio web de Health Care. Dentro de este sitio web, ahora tendrá acceso las 24 horas del día, los 7 días de la semana a los formularios solicitados comúnmente, enlaces destacados útiles y preguntas frecuentes sobre la información de sus beneficios. Acerca del Fondo de Salud El Fondo Fiduciario de Salud y Bienestar Local 725 de MCASF es un plan de atención médica. El Plan fue modificado y reformulado recientemente, con vigencia a partir del 1 de julio de 2021, y posteriormente puede modificarse de vez en cuando para realizar cambios necesarios y deseables. El Plan está administrado por una Junta Directiva compuesta por representantes del Sindicato Local 725 y de MCASF. Este sitio ofrece a los participantes acceso en línea a información completa sobre su Plan de Atención Médica. Health Plan Benefits The MCASF Local 725 Health & Welfare Plan is your health plan; it is responsible for providing your benefits and setting rules for eligibility and coverage. To deliver these benefits efficiently, the Plan partners with specialized companies that administer specific services on its behalf. These vendors handle day-to-day operations such as processing claims, managing networks, and providing customer support, but the benefits themselves are funded and governed entirely by the Plan. Below are our partners in delivering your benefits. Medical Plan is through our partnership with Florida Blue and their Blue Options, a PPO plan Prescription Drug Benefit is through our partnership with Sav-Rx Dental Benefit is through our partnership with Florida Combined Life (Florida Blue Dental) Member Assistance Program is through our partnership with Ulliance Life Advisors Vision Benefit is through our partnership with EyeMed Support for Cancer Patients is through our partnership with CancerNavigator Announcing a New Service... The Board of Trustees are pleased to announce a new no-cost support service available to all members and their eligible dependents on the MCASF Local 725 Health Plan who have been diagnosed with cancer. The Health Plan has partnered with CancerNavigator to provide tailored education and guidance to cancer patients and their families as they navigate the many decisions that follow a cancer diagnosis. The CancerNavigator service is delivered by oncology-certified Nurse Navigators, backed by a team of researchers and data analysts. This team helps cancer patients: Understand their specific diagnosis & treatment options Discuss any questions related to their clinical situation Schedule apppointments quickly with centers that are well-equipped to treat their specific cancer type Prepare for upcoming doctor visits related to cancer Access wraparound support for emotional & mental health, transportation, and community & family resources Learn More Dedicated MCASF 725 phone number: (754) 200-0507 Click to Learn More About Your Vision Benefit eLearning Digital Education website Welcome to your eLearning Digital Education website. You will find information about the health plan the MCASF Local 725 Health Fund has selected for you along with helpful videos and a library of information to help you get the most out of your benefits. To get started, view the video here, then you can jump in and view the detailed benefits. Click below to find out more information. HAGA CLIC AQUÍ PARA COMENZAR What is in your wallet? Get to know your health coverage ID Cards Un mejor tú Información y seminarios web para una vida más saludable... Haga clic aquí para obtener más información Annual Notices SBC Notice of Privacy Practices Summary Annual Report Childrens Health Insurance Program WHCRA Notice Newborns' Act Creditable Coverage Annual Notices On these tabs you will find the Annual Notices for participants of the MCASF Local 725 Health & Welfare Trust Fund. You may also find copies of these notices on the Health Fund's "Documents" page. Summary Annual Report A Summary Annual Report (SAR) is a mandated, simplified overview of the Health Plan's Form 5500, providing participants with key financial data. It ensures transparency regarding plan management. Read the 2024 SAR Summary of Benefits & Coverage The Summary of Benefits & Coverage (SBC) document will help you choose a health plan. The SBC shows you how you & the plan would share the cost for covered health care services . Please review it carefully Notice of Privacy Practices Your Information. Your Rights. Our Responsibilities. This notice describers how medical information about you may be used and disclosed and how you can get access to this information. Please review it carefully Children's Health Insurance Program The Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) is a federal-state partnership providing low-cost, comprehensive health coverage to uninsured children and teens. Read CHIP Notice Women's Health & Cancer Rights Act Under WHCRA, group health plans offering mastectomy coverage for certain services relating to the mastectomy. Read WHCRA Notice Newborns' & Mothers' Health Protection Act NMHPA is a US federal law the prevents group health plans & insurers from restricting hospital stay benefits to less than 48 hours for vaginal deliveries and 96 hours for cesarean sections. Read Newborns' Act Creditable Coverage Notice This notice has information about your current prescription drug coverage and options under Medicare's prescription drug coverage Read Creditable Coverage Broward Health & Memorial Healthcare Systems are still out-of-network with Florida Blue Broward Health & Memorial Healthcare Systems have chosen to go out-of-network with Florida Blue. These entities are still negotiating to achieve a fair agreement. However, until that occurs, all Broward Health & Memorial hospitals, physician groups and ancillary facilities are out-of-network for your plan. Utilizing a Broward or a Memorial provider while out-of-network will result in a higher cost share for you. While the Health Fund is not part of these negotiations, we encourage you to contact Florida Blue (800) 352-2583; Memorial Healthcare System (954) 276-7676; Broward Health (888) 551-4357 and ask these entities come to a resolution now as it has affected your ability to get the healthcare services you need. Beneficios medicos Florida Blue proporciona su red de beneficios médicos, para localizar un médico de atención primaria participante en la red Blue Choice, llame al 1-800-664-5295 o visite su sitio web en www.floridablue.com Florida azul ¿Se está acercando a la edad de jubilación? Benefit Services está desarrollando una guía de jubilación para ayudarlo en su transición hacia la jubilación. ¡Esté atento a las próximas guías! Muy pronto Or contact Benefit Services @ 754-777-7735 to have a copy mailed to you. Para tu bienestar Free confidential assistance for Local 725 members Stress, anxiety and depression Relationship and family concerns Death of a loved one Substance abuse Financial and legal referrals Crisis counseling Ulliance Life Advisor 800-448-8326 brought to you by Más información No cost to you, or your covered spouse or children. Help is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week . MCASF Local 725 Health Fund's Member Assistance Program brought to you by: Boletín mensual Límites de vacaciones: La temporada de fiestas puede generar estrés y presión, pero establecer límites ayuda a mantener el bienestar. Prioriza lo que más importa, crea un presupuesto y recuerda que está bien decir que no. Leer más Celebrando la sobriedad durante las fiestas: A medida que se acerca la temporada de fiestas, nos encontramos rodeados de decoraciones festivas, reuniones familiares y una gran cantidad de comida y bebida. Si bien esta época del año puede ser mágica, también puede traer desafíos únicos, especialmente para quienes se están recuperando. Celebrar la sobriedad durante las fiestas no solo es posible; puede ser una experiencia profundamente gratificante. Leer más Celebrando la sobriedad durante las fiestas: A medida que se acerca la temporada de fiestas, nos encontramos rodeados de decoraciones festivas, reuniones familiares y una gran cantidad de comida y bebida. Si bien esta época del año puede ser mágica, también puede traer desafíos únicos, especialmente para quienes se están recuperando. Celebrar la sobriedad durante las fiestas no solo es posible; puede ser una experiencia profundamente gratificante. Leer más Sus recetas ahora están siendo manejadas por Sav-Rx A partir del 1 de mayo, Sav Rx se convirtió en el administrador de beneficios de medicamentos recetados del Fondo de Salud. Debe proporcionar a su farmacia la tarjeta de identificación de Sav Rx que recibió por correo. Esta es una tarjeta de seguro de medicamentos recetados, no una tarjeta de descuento. Esté atento a esta área para obtener más información útil sobre la cobertura de medicamentos a través del Fondo de Salud. Sitio web Llamar Guía Portal del paciente Prepárese para experimentar una manera fácil y cómoda de administrar sus medicamentos. ¡El portal Sav Rx pone sus beneficios de farmacia a su alcance! Leer más Visita el portal de Sav Rx Farmacia de pedidos por correo Sav-Rx Loss of Time Benefit Read More MCASF Local 725 Health Fund's Medical Claims Administered By: Centros Florida Blue Lee mas Blog Florida Azul miami las cataratas Hialeah Fort Lauderdale / Amanecer Playa de Boynton / Playa de palmeras Puerto de Santa Lucía Blog Florida Azul Lee mas Centros Florida Blue Lee mas ADICIÓN SALUDABLE PROGRAMA PRENATAL Florida Blue ha encontrado algunas formas excelentes de ayudar a brindarle a usted y a su bebé la mejor atención disponible, incluso antes de que nazca. Más información Diseñe su camino personal hacia la salud Empieza hoy La importancia de visitar a tu dentista Aprende más Protéjase durante la temporada de gripe Obtenga más información sobre cómo evitar la gripe Más información sobre cómo evitar la queja ¿Puedo contraer la gripe por la vacuna contra la gripe? Soy joven, saludable y nunca he tenido gripe. ¿Realmente necesito una vacuna contra la gripe? ¿Cómo puedo saber si tengo un resfriado o gripe? Enlaces útiles sobre atención médica Florida Blue Your Link to Florida Blue Florida Blue Dental Your link to Florida Blue Dental Sav-Rx Prescription Service Your Link to Sav-Rx Prescription Services Medicare Your Link to Medicare CDC Your link to the Center for Disease Control Florida Dept. of Health Your link to the Florida Department of Health Health & Human Services Your link to the Department of Health & Human Services Ulliance Member Assistance Your link to Ulliance Life Advisor Member Assistance Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Your link to the National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Para más información ¡Estamos aquí para ayudar! Si tiene alguna pregunta sobre sus beneficios de salud o su elegibilidad, llámenos al (754) 777-7735 ¿A dónde debo acudir cuando necesito atención? Click on image for copy> ¿A dónde debo acudir cuando necesito atención? Click on image for copy> PAGOS COBRA COBRA A RE actualmente en la COBERTURA CONTINUA? Ahora puede realizar el pago de su prima mensual en línea con su cuenta de PayPal Fondo de salud MCASF Local 725 AHORA ACEPTA COBRA Y AUTOPAGOS A TRAVÉS DE PayPal Envíe el pago de su prima mensual haciendo clic en el botón de abajo. You do not need a PayPal account to make your payment! Transparencia en la Cobertura El cumplimiento de su Fondo de Salud con la CCA y la Ley No Sorpresas y la Transparencia en la Cobertura. Las reglas finales de Transparencia en la Cobertura exigen que los planes de salud grupales sin derechos adquiridos, como el nuestro, divulguen en un sitio web público información sobre: Tarifas negociadas dentro de la red para artículos y servicios cubiertos Monto permitido fuera de la red y cargos facturados por artículos y servicios cubiertos A partir del 1 de julio de 2022, estos archivos legibles por máquina (MRF) deben estar "disponibles públicamente y accesibles para cualquier persona de forma gratuita y sin condiciones, como el establecimiento de una cuenta de usuario, contraseña u otras credenciales o PII para acceder a la archivo" y debe actualizarse mensualmente. (Estos archivos son extremadamente grandes y la descarga de una persona se verá afectada por su hardware, navegador y velocidad de Internet) Puede acceder a estos archivos y documentos legibles  haciendo clic a continuación :  Sitio web de Transparencia

Information regarding Benefit Services and what they administer for UA Local 725 and MCASF Sobre nosotros Altamente calificados. Orgullosos de pertenecer a un sindicato. Fuertes sindicatos. Sindicato Local 725 de Instaladores de Tuberías El sindicato local 725 de instaladores de aire acondicionado, refrigeración y tuberías de United Association representa a más de 1200 miembros en el área del sur de Florida que trabajan en la industria de aire acondicionado, refrigeración y sistemas mecánicos. El trabajo del sindicato local 725 abarca la instalación, modernización, mantenimiento y reparación de plantas de tratamiento de agua y alcantarillado, instalaciones de tuberías de combustible para aeropuertos, instalaciones de tuberías de tinta para plantas de periódicos, sistemas de amoníaco y glicol para cámaras frigoríficas y pistas de hielo, plantas farmacéuticas y muchas otras. Fundado el 22 de junio de 1950, la jurisdicción del Sindicato Local 725 abarca los condados de Miami-Dade, Broward y Monroe, así como la jurisdicción en 4 condados costeros de la costa oeste de Florida; Collier, Lee, Charlotte y Sarasota para todos los servicios mecánicos de HVAC. El centro de capacitación del Local 725, ARPEC (Centro de Educación en Aire Acondicionado, Refrigeración y Montaje de Tuberías) tiene profundas raíces en el estado de Florida y se registró por primera vez como programa de aprendizaje el 11 de octubre de 1949. Desde entonces, ARPEC ha seguido siendo uno de los programas de aprendizaje más respetados en los Estados Unidos y Canadá. Visita el sitio web de UA 725

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providing valuable documents for the Defined Contribution Plan for UA Local 725 & MCASF Documentos de contribución definidos Formularios de contribución definida 1 Aplicaciones Solicitud de prestaciones de jubilación Solicitud de beneficios de beneficiario alternativo Solicitud de beneficios para cónyuge sobreviviente o beneficiario 2 Formularios estándar Formulario de elección de beneficiario formulario de selección de beneficiarios Formulario de verificación de cambio de dirección formulario de cambio de dirección 3 Formulario Electivo Formulario de aplazamiento de la matrícula electiva 2025 AHORA CERRADO Complete this form ONLY IF you wish to have an elective deferred contribution withheld from your weekly gross pay. Documentos del plan de contribución definida Los siguientes documentos pertenecen a todas las partes del plan. Si hay un documento que necesita que no figura en la lista, comuníquese con la Oficina de beneficios. Documento del Plan de Contribución Definido, vigente desde el 1/1/2015 Enmienda # 1 al Documento del Plan 1/1/15 Enmienda # 2 al Documento del Plan 1/1/15 Enmienda # 3 al Documento del Plan 1/1/15 Informe anual resumido para el año del plan 2018 Envíos por correo de contribuciones definidas Los siguientes documentos corresponden a los envíos por correo o avisos que se envían a todos los participantes del plan. Si necesita algún envío por correo o aviso que no se encuentra en la lista, comuníquese con la Oficina de Beneficios. Informe anual resumido para el año del plan 2020 Informe anual resumido para el año del plan 2019 Informe anual resumido para el año del plan 2018 Formulario de aplazamiento electivo para el año calendario 2023 Formulario de aplazamiento electivo para el año calendario 2022 Formulario de aplazamiento electivo para el año calendario 2021 Formulario de aplazamiento electivo para el año revisado 2020 Formulario de aplazamiento electivo para el año calendario 2020 Formulario de aplazamiento electivo para el año calendario 2019 ¿Se está acercando a la edad de jubilación? Benefit Services está desarrollando una guía de jubilación para ayudarlo en su transición hacia la jubilación. ¡Esté atento a las próximas guías! Muy pronto

Information regarding Benefit Services and what they administer for UA Local 725 and MCASF Sobre nosotros Benefit Services se estableció en 2018 para brindar una administración profesional, atenta y dedicada de los beneficios de atención médica y jubilación a los miembros y sus dependientes de United Association Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Pipefitters Local Union 725 y para brindar apoyo de remesas a los empleadores contribuyentes de Mechanical Contractors Association of South Florida. Las Oficinas de Servicios de Beneficios están ubicadas en 15800 Pines Blvd., Suite 201, Pembroke Pines, Florida 33027. MCASF Local 725 Pension Trust Fund Is a Defined Benefit retirement plan that provides Local 725 members with a valuable retirement benefit: a secure, predictable income in retirement. Unlike many other retirement plans, this Plan promises a specific monthly benefit amount for life, calculated based on your years of service and other factors outlined in the Plan. The Board of Trustees and professional investment managers handle all investment decisions and risks, ensuring your benefit is paid reliably regardless of market conditions. This guaranteed lifetime income, often described as a "traditional pension", is very rare and excellent benefit in today's world, offering true financial peace of mind in retirement. The MCASF Local 725 Pension Plan isn't just a benefit on paper. It's union-negotiated monthly income that, for some people, makes the difference between living with comfort and dignity in your retirement and just getting by. Visit the Pension Page MCASF Local 725 Health & Welfare Trust Fund Your Plan, with claims paid by your contributions This Health Plan operates under a self-funded model, meaning the money used to pay claims comes directly from the fund's assets, which are paid by MCASF contractors on behalf of their employees who are Local 725 members. In simple terms, every dollar counts and enables us to keep the plan well-funded so it can provide excellent benefits to you and your family. One way we make sure that your plan assets are being used appropriately is by through an annual verification. Each year, you are required to submit an Annual Family Statement. This form plays an important role in ensuring that only eligible family members are covered by the plan. If the Annual Family Statement isn't submitted, health coverage is suspended until the form is received. The Board of Trustees is required by federal law to be good stewards of the Plan's assets. This annual verification process helps them accomplish that by ensuring that your health plan assets are only used to cover individuals who should be covered. Visit the Health Page MCASF Local 725 Defined Contribution Retirement Trust Fund Is a Defined Contribution retirement plan that provides Local 725 members with an additional valuable retirement benefit, either in a lump sum benefit or periodic distributions of your account balance. Unlike a pension plan, the defined contribution plan does not promise a specific amount of benefits at retirement. The Board of Trustees and professional investment managers handle all investment decisions for the MCASF Local 725 Defined Contribution Retirement Plan. Your account balance is pooled with all of the other members of Local 725 and invested to hopefully gain investment interest to provide you with an attractive lump sum benefit at retirement. You can help make your account balance grow by electing to have your employer withhold a certain amount per hour from the hours you work on a pre-tax basis. Visit the Defined Contribution Page

Where should you go for medical help? A quick guide to ERs, urgent care centers, primary care clinics and more You can save time and money by choosing the right place to get medical care. If you're not feeling well or you've had an accident, should you head to the ER, an urgent care clinic, or call your primary care doctor? Knowing when and where to get the care you need can help you get help fast while saving money. Treatment at a hospital ER is typically the most expensive option, and depending on your condition, you may have to wait hours to get the help you need. Learn more about your options and how to choose the right place to get medical care. Learn More Know when to go to the ER "ACT FAST" is a helpful acrostics guide for the conditions that call for a visit to the ER. You should call 911 or go directly to an ER for the following conditions: A = ACCIDENT. Serious injuries, broken bones or severe bleeding C = CHEST PAIN . Could signal a heart attack or other serios cause. Don't delay! T = TROUBLE BREATHING. Asthma, an allergic reaction, or poisoning F = FAINTING. Dizziness, fainting, sudden weakness could indicate a stroke A = ALLERGIC REACTION with SWELLING or TROUBLE BREATHING. Reactions to bee & insect stings, or medication and food could be causes S = SUDDEN. Any condition that comes on quickly, including sudden weakness or confusion T = TIME SENSITIVE . Things like strokes and heart attacks need immediate care If you are in an ACT FAST category, those are good reasons to go to the Emergency Department. Don't sit at home and not get the emergency care when you need it and miss the opportunity to get care with the best outcome. A stroke has better treatment options and outcomes if its treated in the first four hours and not a couple of days later. But the ER is not the right place to go for help with routine medical concerns. ER staff care for the most critically injured patients first, they prioritize care based on how critically ill the person is and showing up with a condition that can be treated elsewhere can drain resources for those who really need them. Urgent Care can help with things that can't wait Urgent Care clinics treat sprains, minor infections and other complaints that need attention quickly but aren't life-threatening. Providers at urgent care often help patients more quickly than doctors at a hospital ER. Many have extended hours, so they're often open on evenings and weekends when your primary care provider is closed. Some urgent care clinics offer X-ray and lab services, while others do not. It can help to call ahead. Primary Care providers help with preventive care and handle long-term health issues Your primary care provider should be your key partner in keeping you healthy and helping you stay on top of routine items like vaccinations and health screenings. You should create a strong relationship with your primary care provider and schedule regular checkups. The better your doctor know you, the healthier you will be. And if you get sick with a case of the flu or you need a refill on a prescription, you can call your doctor's office for help. Primary care clinics are not the best place to get help for an emergency, and if you show up with one, the nurse or medical assistant will likely send you to urgent care of the ER. If you are not sure where to go for care, you can call your doctor's office for guidance. Virtual Visits Access to see doctors online expanded greatly during the COVD-19 pandemic. Virtual visits enable patients to connect directly with your medical provider using a computer, a tablet, a smart phone or other electronic device, through a secure video connection. Be wary of using the internet to diagnose your self Many people use Google or AI (artificial intelligence) to learn more about medical conditions and treatment. You can find some good, general health information online, but be sure you are getting information from legit health experts. You shouldn't use AI to research an acute condition, determine a diagnosis or replace regular medical care. Beware of misinformation, which is rampant on social media. It is always best to consult with your primary care provider not the internet. Know Where to Get the Care You Need....

Providing information regarding remittance services for UA Local 725 & MCASF contributing employers SERVICIOS PARA EMPLEADORES La Corporación de Servicios Local 725 de MCASF se complace en darle la bienvenida al sitio web para empleadores. En este sitio web, tendrá acceso las 24 horas del día, los 7 días de la semana, a los formularios solicitados con más frecuencia, al portal de remesas electrónicas y a las preguntas frecuentes sobre los procedimientos y políticas de remesas. Acerca de los servicios para empleadores La Corporación de Servicios Local 725 de MCASF proporciona a los empleadores contribuyentes de la Asociación de Contratistas Mecánicos del Sur de Florida un repositorio electrónico para sus contribuciones complementarias requeridas según se define en el Convenio de Negociación Colectiva actual entre MCASF y UA Local 725. Portal del empleador FÁCIL ... SEGURO ... RÁPIDO ¡El Portal de remesas en línea para empleadores ya está disponible! Puede remitir sus contribuciones semanales o mensuales electrónicamente y puede enviar su pago a través del portal. Ingrese al Portal> Manual para uso del portal> Video sobre el uso del portal 2026 MCASF Hourly Dues Contribution Rate - 1st Incremental Adjustment Dues adjustment notification: Effective with your first fringe reporting period after January 1, 2026, the MCASF hourly dues contribution rate will increase from $0.54 to $0.57 per hour. Read More Auditorías de nómina (tienda) El Fondo ha vuelto a la revisión activa de los registros de nómina para garantizar el cumplimiento del convenio colectivo y la Política de recaudación para una recaudación eficiente y eficaz de las contribuciones requeridas. Consulte las preguntas frecuentes para obtener información adicional. Política de cobranza Preguntas frecuentes Programa de asistencia a los miembros No sólo para empleados miembros de su sindicato local 725 Para más información ¡Estamos aquí para ayudar! Si tiene preguntas adicionales, puede comunicarse con la Oficina de beneficios al (754) 777-7735 o puede hacer clic en la sección de Preguntas frecuentes. Para formularios, documentos, políticas y manuales, puede hacer clic en la sección Documentos. Preguntas frecuentes Documentos Questions on the CBA? Contact the Mechanical Contractors Assn. of SF Employers with questions concerning contract terms, please contact Julie Dietrich, Executive Director @ MCASF: j.dietrich@mcasf.org Escala de salarios y beneficios La Asociación de Contratistas Mecánicos del Sur de Florida llevó a cabo un taller sobre responsabilidad por retiro el 30 de enero de 2025. El actuario (Ben Ablin) y el asesor legal (Bill Cumming) del Fondo de Pensiones Local 725 del MCASF analizaron qué es la responsabilidad por retiro, qué la desencadena y cómo se calcula. Si te perdiste el taller muy informativo, puedes leer la presentación haciendo clic a continuación. Leer más Enlaces útiles de la industria MCASF Asociación de Contratistas Mecánicos del Sur de Florida Échales un vistazo> Local 725 Asociación Unida Local 725 Instaladores de tuberías de aire acondicionado y refrigeración Échales un vistazo> ARPEC ACRA Local 725 Comité Conjunto de Aprendizaje y Capacitación Aire acondicionado, refrigeración y montaje de tuberías Centro educativo Échales un vistazo> Asociación Unida United Association Fontaneros, instaladores de tuberías, instaladores de rociadores, instaladores de vapor, técnicos de servicio Échales un vistazo> MCAA Asociación de Contratistas Mecánicos de América Échales un vistazo> MSCA Contratistas de servicios mecánicos de América Échales un vistazo>

providing answers to FAQs for Employers of UA Local 725 & MCASF Preguntas frecuentes Esta página contiene preguntas frecuentes sobre los servicios para empleadores. Si tiene alguna pregunta o inquietud con respecto a los servicios para empleadores, debe comunicarse con Servicios de Beneficios al 754-777-7735 o info@725benefits.org Servicios para empleadores Preguntas frecuentes Q. Can I remit my contribution reports weekly? A. Yes, you can elect to remit your reports weekly. Please be advise that your reports are due within 10 working days from the weekly payroll period. Q. I have questions concerning the Collective Bargaining Agreement? A. You should contact Julie Dietrich with the Mechanical Contractors Association of South Florida at j.dietrich@mcasf.org or at (305) 290-3970 . Q. I have a small company and I report weekly, can I report two pay periods on one report? A. No, if you report two payroll periods on one report, the first week of that report will be deemed late as it will be received after 10 working days following the end of that payroll period. Q. If I am late with my remittance report and payment, is there a penalty? A. Yes, if your report and payment is received after 10 working days after the weekly payroll period end or month end period, a late fee will be assessed. Refer to the Collection Policy on the Documents link. Q. What is the late remittance penalty? A. The following provisions apply to the assessment and payment of the late payment assessment: 1) If you have not been late more than two times in a twelve month period, the fee shall be 10% of the contributions total amount due. 2) If you have been late three times in a twelve month period, the fee shall be 15% of the contributions total amount due. 3) If you have been late more than three times in a twelve month period, the fee shall be 20% of the contributions total amount due. Q. Am I required to have a bond? A. Yes, all employers are required to submit a bond. $1,800.00 per employee ($2,500 beginning 1/1/26) if you report weekly or $4,000.00 per employee ($6,000 beginning 1/1/26) if you report monthly. Benefit Services will provide you with your requirement bond amount, which is reviewed every 6 months. If there is no change in your required amount, you must submit your "Continuation Certificate" each year. Q. Can I remit my reports through the mail? A. No, all contractors must submit their remittance reports online through the employer portal. Please contact Benefit Services for assistance with logging into the portal. Q. Can I make my payment electronically? A. Yes, you can submit your payment via ACH or Wire transfer. If you need to send a check, please contact Benefit Services for assistance. Q. How do I know if my employee elected to contribute to the DC Fund? A. Benefit Services sends each contractor a list of their Local 725 members who elected to contribute to the DC Fund. The election period is October 1st through November 30th each year for the following year and the list is mailed to you before the end of December so you can program the member's payroll deduction accordingly. You may get a new employee during the year and that employee's referral will list his/her DC elective. Also, the employee is responsible to inform his new employer of his/her election and you can also contact Benefit Services to obtain that information. Q. I have an employee who elected to contribute to the DC Fund, is there any penalty if my remittance report is late? A. The Department of Labor requires that employee 401(k) elective deferral contributions must be deposited into the Plan in a timely fashion. The CBA dictates that elective deferral contributions are considered timely if they are received at the Benefit Office within 10 working days following the end of the payroll period and that failure to timely deposit employee elective deferral contributions results in a prohibited transaction under Section 4975 and Form 5530 (Return of Excise Taxes Related to Employee Benefit Plans) must be filed by the employer responsible to deposit those elective deferral contributions timely. Q. I'm an Owner-Operator, is there an hourly requirement that I must remit? A. Yes, you must submit the actual number of hours worked, however, you must remit minimum of 40 hours a week, 52 weeks a year. If you are remitting monthly reports, you would remit your contributions on a minimum of 173.33 hours per month. Q. For an Owner-Operator, am I required to remit on a certain number of bargained employees? A. Yes, you must remit on at least one apprentice or one journeyman in addition to yourself. Q. When is the next wage & benefit rate increase? A. The Wage & Benefit rate increases generally occur on July 16th of each year. Q. If I am on a Participation Agreement with the Health Fund, am I required to provided coverage to all my non-bargained staff? A. Yes, all non-bargained employees must be given coverage for any employer utilizing a Participation Agreement. Q. On the remittance form, there is a reporting fee...what is this? A. An employer shall pay the Service Corporation a processing fee per weekly or monthly reporting period determined by the Service Corporation, which fee shall be added to contribution reports & payments as noted in "Article XI: Fringe Benefits, section 11.01, paragraph F. Contribution Reporting Fee" in the CBA. The current processing fee is $6.00 per reporting period, this fee was previously invoiced separately quarterly to employer, beginning with the 7/19/19 wage & benefit schedule, this fee has been added directly to the remittance form. Q. I received a letter indicating my company has been selected for an audit, what does this mean? A. The Trustees of the Service Corporation in conjunction with the Employee Benefit Trust Funds has established a Collection Policy to ensure the effective and efficient collection of contributions from employers. To monitor and ensure proper compliance with the CBA, the Funds have established a payroll (shop) audit program. This program allows an independent auditor to inspect/examine pertinent business records to ensure compliance. The program has randomly selects contributing employers monthly to examine their records once every three years. The current independent auditor is Novak Francella, LLC, who conducts the audits either electronic submission or in person. Q. What records to I have to provide for a payroll (shop) audit? A. The pertinent business records that the independent auditor (Novak Francella) include but not limited to: * Payroll books and records, including weekly payroll records; * IRS forms 941; * IRS forms 1099; * IRS forms 940; * Daily time sheet records; * General Ledger and cash disbursement records; * Florida tax form UTC-6; * Any other records or documents that are deemed necessary to complete the audit. Q. Do I have to comply with a payroll (shop) audit? A. Yes, any employer that fails to cooperate in any examination authorized by the Funds shall be responsible for all of the costs and attorney fees incurred in compelling the employer's compliance. Q. What if the audit shows an underpayment? A. If the examination of your books and records reveals that an amount is due, then in addition to all other assessments due to such underpayment, the employer shall pay the cost to have performed the audit and any attorney or collection fees incurred.

Providing answers to FAQs for the Defined Contribution Plan for UA Local 725 & MCASF Preguntas frecuentes Esta página contiene preguntas frecuentes sobre el Fondo de Jubilación de Contribución Definida. Si tiene alguna pregunta o inquietud con respecto a su beneficio de jubilación de contribución definida, comuníquese con la Oficina de Beneficios al 754-777-7735 o info@725benefits.org Fondo de jubilación de contribución definida Preguntas frecuentes Q. When do I become vested? A. You become 100% vested in your Employer account when you obtain 2 full vesting credits. You are 100% vested in your Elective account immediately. Q. Do I need to do anything to enroll in the Plan? A. No, you become a Participant automatically after you work one (1) hour in covered employment. Q. What is the Plan Year? A. The Plan Year is January 1st through December 31st. Q. When can I start Participating in the Plan? A. You must work at least one (1) hour in covered employment within a Plan Year. Q. Who is eligible to become a Participant in the Plan? A. You are eligible to participate in the Plan if you work for an employer that is required to make contributions to the Defined Contribution Retirement Plan for the work you perform. For most Participants, this means working in a position covered by a collective bargaining agreement between the employer and the union. If you are an owner/operator, you can participate provided you contribute 40 hours per month. Q. How can I make my retirement account larger? A. You can increase your retirement nest egg by electing to have employee deferred contributions withheld from your weekly gross pay and placed in your elective account with the Defined Contribution Retirement Plan. Each October 1st through November 30th you are able to elect an amount per hour that you'd like withheld from your gross pay. This amount will be for that next full calendar year. The maximum amount of elective contributions for 2025 is $23,500. If you will be at least 50 years old by December 31, 2025, you may elect to have an additional "Catch-Up" elective contribution of up to a maximum of $7,500. Before deciding on electing an employee elective contribution, which will be deducted from your gross pay, you should consult a personal financial and tax advisors for guidance. The elective form will be available on the Defined Contribution Retirement Plan's documents tab on this website during October 1st through November 30th. Q. How do I apply for a benefit? A. The first step is to request an application from Benefit Services. The application is also available on the website for your convenience. The application form will come with instructions and information about the type of documentations you will need to include with your completed application. Q. What if I get divorced? A. If you get divorced, please contact Benefit Services to update your records. If you wish to change your beneficiary designation, Benefit Services can provide you the proper form. Please note: Your former spouse may have rights to all or part of your benefit even if you designate a new beneficiary. A court may issue a Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) in connection with your divorce requiring the Defined Contribution Retirement Plan to pay part or all of your Defined Contribution Retirement Plan benefit to your former spouse for reasons such as spousal or child support or division of marital property. Please contact Benefit Services for further information regarding QDRO requirements. Don't forget to contact the Union Hall (305) 681-8596 to provide them with a copy of your divorce decree. Benefit Services does not and cannot provide a copy to the Union Hall without your written approval to share that information/documentation. Q. What happens if my spouse remarries after I die? Will he/she lose the benefits from the Plan? A. No. Payments to your surviving spouse will not be affected by remarriage. Q. If I die, will my spouse or other beneficiary automatically be contacted about death benefits? A. If you are actively employed when you die, Benefit Services will contact your spouse or beneficiary. Otherwise, your spouse or beneficiary will need to notify Benefit Services of your death to get the process started. You should alert your spouse or beneficiary to that need. Q. What is the Valuation Date? A. The value of your individual account is updated as of December 31st of each Plan Year. The value of your account includes:

Benefit Services providing professional administration of health care and retirement benefits to the members of UA Local 725 and to provide remittance support to contributing employers of MCASF. Bienvenido a la Fondos fiduciarios de beneficios del MCASF Local 725 En este sitio web, los miembros tienen acceso las 24 horas del día, los 7 días de la semana a formularios solicitados comúnmente, enlaces destacados útiles, preguntas frecuentes sobre sus beneficios y un acceso seguro a su información personal sobre beneficios. Información valiosa ¡Está a sólo un clic de distancia! PENSION DEFINED CONTRIBUTION HEALTH EMPLOYERS APPRENTICE The Latest News...... Check Out the "About" section The "About" section above has been redesigned, providing you with more information about each of the benefit funds, the Trustees and the Benefit Staff. There is a very helpful "Glossary of Terms" and a page on your employee package. Along with histories of the Union, MCASF & ARPEC Get To Know Now Participant Portal Password The password requirements for the Participant Portal have changed. You now need 14+ characters, learn more by reading this page. Read More DC Fund Preliminary Investment Return See what the current investment return is for your Defined Contribution Retirement account Read More 2026 SBC The Summary of Benefits and Coverage (SBC) document shows you how you and the plan would share cost for covered health care services. This is only a summary Read More Where should you go for medical help? A quick guide to ERs, urgent care centers, primary care centers and more. You can save time and money by choosing the right place to get medical care Learn More Annual Notices Read all of the annual notices from the Health Fund in one central location Read More Announcing a New Service... The Board of Trustees are pleased to announce a new no-cost support service available to all members and their eligible dependents on the MCASF Local 725 Health Plan who have been diagnosed with cancer. The Health Plan has partnered with CancerNavigator to provide tailored education and guidance to cancer patients and their families as they navigate the many decisions that follow a cancer diagnosis. The CancerNavigator service is delivered by oncology-certified Nurse Navigators, backed by a team of researchers and data analysts. This team helps cancer patients: Understand their specific diagnosis & treatment options Discuss any questions related to their clinical situation Schedule apppointments quickly with centers that are well-equipped to treat their specific cancer type Prepare for upcoming doctor visits related to cancer Access wraparound support for emotional & mental health, transportation, and community & family resources Learn More Dedicated MCASF 725 phone number: (754) 200-0507 Get to Know Your Paycheck Deductions... Have you wonder what your employer is deducting from your paycheck?? Deductions on your paycheck should only be for your Union's gross wage assessment, which is 2% of that pay period's gross wages, including travel and non-working hours paid. There should also be a deduction of $0.05 per hour worked for the Political Education Committee, $0.15 per hour worked for Market Recovery and $0.10 per hour worked for Organizing. Some employer may choose to lump these 3 assessment into one deduction of $0.30 per hours worked. Additionally, if you elected to make an employee contribution to your DC account, that amount you elected per hour will also be a deduction from your paycheck. If you are not sure of the deductions on your paycheck, you should reach out to your employer's payroll department or to UA Local 725 for assistance. Information & webinars for a healthier you Florida Blue Learn More Member Assistance Program Learn More EyeMed ~ Vision Benefit Learn More Portal del participante Haz más en línea..... ¿Sabías que puedes cambiar tu dirección directamente en el portal o puedes actualizar tus beneficiarios? Puede completar su formulario de inscripción directamente en el portal. El formulario se completa previamente con la información que tiene registrada actualmente, por lo que es fácil actualizarlo: solo unos pocos clics y listo. Si es pensionado, puede cambiar su información bancaria en su depósito directo. Si necesita enviarnos documentos personales importantes, como un certificado de nacimiento de un recién nacido o un certificado de matrimonio de su nuevo cónyuge, ahora puede cargar esos documentos de forma segura a través del portal para participantes. Inicie sesión aquí ¿Se está acercando a la edad de jubilación? Benefit Services está desarrollando una guía de jubilación para ayudarlo en su transición hacia la jubilación. ¡Esté atento a las próximas guías! Muy pronto Reciba las últimas noticias en su bandeja de entrada ¡REGÍSTRATE HOY! Suscríbete a nuestro boletín • ¡No te lo pierdas! Correo electrónico Unirse ¡Gracias por suscribirte! Reciba las últimas noticias en su bandeja de entrada ¡REGÍSTRATE HOY! Manténgase informado sobre sus beneficios..... ¡Con mensajes de texto nuestros! Regístrate hoy para no perderte información importante. ¡Inscribirse!

Information regarding Benefit Services and what they administer for UA Local 725 and MCASF Sobre nosotros Contratistas profesionales, capacitados y orgullosos de pertenecer al sindicato. Asociación de Contratistas Mecánicos del Sur de Florida La Asociación de Contratistas Mecánicos del Sur de Florida es una asociación que representa a los contratistas que construyen y dan servicio a sistemas de calefacción, ventilación, aire acondicionado, refrigeración y tuberías en las áreas metropolitanas de Miami y Ft. Lauderdale y sus suburbios, así como en los Cayos de Florida. A través de la educación, la representación legislativa, la negociación y las oportunidades de establecer contactos, la MCASF ayuda a nuestros contratistas miembros a orientar sus empresas en la dirección correcta para el futuro. La MCASF está afiliada a la Asociación de Contratistas Mecánicos de Estados Unidos y a los Contratistas de Servicios Mecánicos de Estados Unidos, y nuestros contratistas miembros son signatarios del Sindicato Local 725 de Instaladores de Tuberías de Aire Acondicionado y Refrigeración de la Asociación Unida. Visita el sitio web de MCASF