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CPR, AED & First Aid Certification 4/24 HR

ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility, Chesapeake 530 Independence Parkway, Suite 500, Chesapeake, United States

CPR, AED & FIRST AID CERTIFICATION Wednesday, April 24, 2024  |  8:30AM-12:30PM ABC Virginia certifies hundreds of individuals each year in First-Aid and CPR/AED using the American Safety and Health Institute’s training content.  ABC-VA’s primary goal is to create confidence in its students' abilities to handle emergency situations. Our instructors provide clear explanations of the subject matter in a relaxed environment. Instructors focus on the importance of controlling, with confidence, medical emergencies and providing life support for victims of sudden illness or injury.  The certification issued to each participant is valid for two years. INSTRUCTOR Jamie Carrow, ABC-VA LOCATION **PLEASE NOTE OUR NEW ADDRESS** ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility 530 Independence Parkway, Suite 500, Chesapeake, VA 23320 (behind the Home Depot and Lowes on Battlefield Boulevard) *Student parking and entrance is in the back of the building.* COST Member: $87 Non-Member: $100 SUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATION POLICY Substitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual can no longer attend. Cancellations must be made with 48 hours. CLASS CONTACT Rachel Fronius

$87.00 – $100.00

24-Hour Competent Person Fall Protection Training 4/24 HR

ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility, Chesapeake 530 Independence Parkway, Suite 500, Chesapeake, United States

24-HOUR COMPETENT PERSON FALL PROTECTION TRAINING April 24 - 26, 2024 |  7:00AM - 4:00PM In Accordance with ANSI Standard Z359.2 (Conforms to the 24-Hour Training Requirements of the EM-385-1-1 2014 Edition) EM385-1-1 requires all Competent Persons who have employees who work at height, to attend a 24-hour class. Federal enforcement of training requirements began September 1, 2016. Section 21 is significantly different from the current OSHA Subpart M and ANSI A10.32 requirements. This 24-hour training is in accordance with 29CFR 1926 and EM-385-1-1, introducing students to the USACE EM385-1-1 Safety & Health Standards, as well as Virginia and Federal Construction Safety Standards and Regulations covering Fall Protection. This course includes classroom instruction in addition to the required 8-hours of practical hands-on training. Topics Include: - An integrated study of hazard recognition and abatement principles related to falls on construction worksites. - Available equipment, equipment use, maintenance, storage and inspection requirements to maintain compliance - Basic rescue techniques and emergency action procedures - The study of compliance issues and challenges facing safety professionals including mishap and case study analysis, Virginia and Federal general safety standards, worksite inspections, interfacing with compliance officials, vertical and horizontal standards, and common construction industry compliance […]

$595.00 – $800.00

Rigger and Signal Person Training 4/18 HR

ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility, Chesapeake 530 Independence Parkway, Suite 500, Chesapeake, United States

RIGGER AND SIGNAL PERSON TRAINING Thursday, April 18, 2024 | 4:00PM - 7:00PM This training is for individuals who work under the supervision of a competent person and on a routine basis perform rigging work engaged in lifting loads other than rigging for special lifts, or the erection, dismantling, jumping or reconfiguring of cranes or all of these. This person is also trained to communicate guidance and direction to a crane operator in lifting, hoisting, moving, or releasing a load. Upon completion of this course, employees shall be able to demonstrate specific knowledge of the following: • Hand, voice and radio communications • Proficiency in hand and verbal signals, including the standard method for hand signals as required by ASME B30.3-2004, ASME B30.5-2007 and ASME B30.6-2003 • Rigging hardware, including: Hooks and similar attaching devices; shackles, clips, and clamps; and taglines • Synthetic/wire rope slings • Common load configurations and positioning • Personal fall protection methods • Emergency procedures • Hazards and restrictions associated with working adjacent to overhead electric lines and equipment. Attendees should provide their own rigging equipment. Doing so will provide the opportunity to learn how to properly use and inspect their own equipment. LOCATION **PLEASE NOTE […]

$110.00 – $145.00
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Attracting and Retaining Key Employees • Lunch & Learn 4/17 HR

ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility, Chesapeake 530 Independence Parkway, Suite 500, Chesapeake, United States

ATTRACTING AND RETAINING KEY EMPLOYEES • LUNCH & LEARN Wednesday, April 17, 2024  |  11:30AM - 1:30PM Attracting and retaining key employees is becoming more difficult in the growing competitive market. Employees are more aware of their own value and growing numbers are requiring more than just a paycheck as a reason to stay with a company. Join us to learn strategies and fringe benefit programs that can be offered to select key people and owners that reward and provide incentives to your employees. Key employees desire special bonus plans and growth incentives to ensure their long-term service. Topics that will be covered include: • Where to find recruiting assistance • List of low-cost awards and recognition programs • How to review your fringe benefits compared to your competitors • Various retirement plans, and how they can benefit the owners • Key employee golden handcuff options • Employee stock ownership and succession programs • How a rolling bonus works WHO SHOULD ATTEND This seminar is geared towards anyone that plays a role in recruiting and/or employee retention. SPEAKERS Donald S. Hannahs, CFP®, Oceanside Financial Strategies Parker Hannahs, Oceanside Financial Strategies Claudia Camlin, Aerotek LOCATION **PLEASE NOTE OUR NEW ADDRESS** ABC-VA […]

$30.00 – $60.00

Construction Quality Management 4/16 HR

ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility, Chesapeake 530 Independence Parkway, Suite 500, Chesapeake, United States

CONSTRUCTION QUALITY MANAGEMENT (CQM) Tuesday, April 16, 2024  |  7:30AM - 5:00PM Do you want to become more competitive handling government contracts? Do you want to deliver quality, increase repeat business, and maintain your reputation, all while making a profit? If these things are important to you then enroll in Construction Quality Management (CQM) for Contractors, brought to you by ABC-Virginia, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), and the Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC). This required training recognizes that the mutual goal of contractors and the government is a quality end product. This program encourages proactive leadership and emphasizes getting it right the first time. Attendees develop an understanding of how to integrate quality into every aspect of the project from the pre-construction planning to project close-out. Enroll in Construction Quality Management and satisfy the government's requirements. Your certification is issued by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and is valid for five years. SCHEDULE Tuesday, April 16, 2024 7:30AM - 5:00PM Continental breakfast and lunch provided LOCATION **PLEASE NOTE OUR NEW ADDRESS** ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility 530 Independence Parkway, Suite 500, Chesapeake, VA 23320 *Student parking and entrance is in the back of the building.* COST Member - $275 […]

$275.00 – $375.00

OSHA 5410 – Occupational Safety And Health Standards For The Maritime Industry 4/15 HR

ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility, Chesapeake 530 Independence Parkway, Suite 500, Chesapeake, United States

OSHA 5410 - OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH STANDARDS FOR THE MARITIME INDUSTRY REGISTER HERE Offered by Mid Atlantic OTI Education Center, this course will be held at ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility, Host Training Organization Monday, April 15 - 19, 2024 | 8:00AM - 4:00PM This course covers OSHA policies, procedures, and standards for the maritime industry. Using the OSHA Maritime Standards as a guide, special emphasis is placed on those areas in the maritime industry which are most hazardous.  Upon course completion students will define maritime terms found in the OSHA Maritime Standards, identify hazards in the maritime industry and determine appropriate controls and abatement, locate OSHA Maritime Standards, policies and procedures, and describe the use of the OSHA Maritime Standards and regulations to supplement an ongoing safety and health program. Student Contact Hours:  35 Prerequisites: None Course Includes: Student binder, OSHA CFR Maritime, lunch and refreshments LOCATION **PLEASE NOTE OUR NEW ADDRESS** ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility 530 Independence Parkway, Suite 500, Chesapeake, VA 23320 **Student parking and entrance is in the back of the building.** COST $895 SCHEDULE Please visit CRSC registration link above

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I Hated Public Speaking, Too: Thompson’s Communication Tools for Foremen, Superintendents and Other Trainers 4/5 HR

ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility, Chesapeake 530 Independence Parkway, Suite 500, Chesapeake, United States

I HATED PUBLIC SPEAKING, TOO: Thompson's Communication Tools for Foremen, Superintendents and Other Trainers Friday, April 5, 2024  |  7:00AM - 12:00PM There’s no need to sugarcoat it – public speaking and effective communication aren’t typically a crew leader’s favorite part of the job. But we all know it’s a crucial aspect of every successful project. Dave Thompson is bridging the gap by providing a practical approach to becoming an effective trainer in this class geared towards all frontline supervisors, trainers and safety personnel. Dave Thompson has been involved in the construction industry for 35 years and has been a safety professional for twenty-two of those. He is the Safety Director for Henderson, Inc., of Williamsburg, VA, and the Lead Instructor for ABC-VA Hampton Roads. Dave also sits on the VA State Corporation Commission’s Advisory Committee for Miss Utility representing excavators and holds a CHST. Topics include, but not limited to: - What topics are required by OSHA and NAVFAC that are best done in the field? - Basic training theory - How to run an effective toolbox/job site safety meeting - How to speak with a translator - How to properly document the training There will also be practical […]

$149.00 – $189.00

NEC 2020 Update 3/28 HR

ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility, Chesapeake 530 Independence Parkway, Suite 500, Chesapeake, United States

NEC 2020 UPDATE COURSE ABC Virginia is offering the 2020 NEC Update in order to accommodate Continuing Education requirements. The Individual License and Certification Regulations adopted by the Board for Contractors, Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation, on April 1, 2007 (18 VAC 50-30-120) provide that all individuals renewing a journeyman or masters license after December 1, 2007, shall be required to satisfactorily complete a continuing education course from a provider approved by the board. The following course has been approved by the Board for Contractors, Virginia Department of Occupational Regulation, as meeting the continuing education requirements for licensed tradesmen (journeyman and masters), in accordance with the provisions of 18 VAC 50-30-120. *State Approved Continuing Education Course SCHEDULE Thursday, March 28, 2024 5:00PM - 9:00PM INSTRUCTOR David G. Humphrey, Code Making Panel Chair, Senior Electrical Inspector, Plan Review Engineer LOCATION **PLEASE NOTE NEW ADDRESS** ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility 530 Independence Parkway, Suite 500, Chesapeake, VA 23320 *Student parking and entrance is in the back of the building.* COST Member - $99 Non-Member - $129 CANCELLATION POLICY Please note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance. Questions? Contact Jamie Carrow

$99.00 – $129.00

CPR, AED & First Aid Certification 3/27 HR

ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility, Chesapeake 530 Independence Parkway, Suite 500, Chesapeake, United States

CPR, AED & FIRST AID CERTIFICATION Wednesday, March 27, 2024  |  8:30AM-12:30PM ABC Virginia certifies hundreds of individuals each year in First-Aid and CPR/AED using the American Safety and Health Institute’s training content.  ABC-VA’s primary goal is to create confidence in its students' abilities to handle emergency situations. Our instructors provide clear explanations of the subject matter in a relaxed environment. Instructors focus on the importance of controlling, with confidence, medical emergencies and providing life support for victims of sudden illness or injury.  The certification issued to each participant is valid for two years. INSTRUCTOR Jamie Carrow, ABC-VA LOCATION **PLEASE NOTE OUR NEW ADDRESS** ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility 530 Independence Parkway, Suite 500, Chesapeake, VA 23320 (behind the Home Depot and Lowes on Battlefield Boulevard) *Student parking and entrance is in the back of the building.* COST Member: $87 Non-Member: $100 SUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATION POLICY Substitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual can no longer attend. Cancellations must be made with 48 hours. CLASS CONTACT Rachel Fronius

$87.00 – $100.00
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The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People Workshop 3/26 HR

ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility, Chesapeake 530 Independence Parkway, Suite 500, Chesapeake, United States

THE 7 HABITS OF HIGHLY EFFECTIVE PEOPLE WORKSHOP March 26 & 27, 2024  |  8:30 AM – 4:00 PM “Stephen R. Covey’s book, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People®, has been a top-seller for the simple reason that it ignores trends and pop psychology for proven principles of fairness, integrity, honesty, and human dignity. Celebrating its fifteenth year of helping people solve personal and professional problems, this special anniversary edition includes a new foreword and afterword written by Covey exploring the question of whether the 7 Habits are still relevant and answering some of the most common questions he has received over the past 15 years.” Based off Stephen R. Covey’s popular book The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, this class will teach you how to execute critical priorities with focus & planning, end self-defeating behavior, develop strong relationships based on mutual trust, be prepared to deal with difficult circumstances before they happen, increase team engagement, morale and collaboration, create a highly effective culture based on core values and raise up the next leaders who model competence & character. Join ABC-VA for two days of interactive discussion on the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. Learn how to use […]

$575.00 – $795.00
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Hampton Roads’ Chesapeake OPEN HOUSE! 3/20 HR **SOLD OUT!!**

ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility, Chesapeake 530 Independence Parkway, Suite 500, Chesapeake, United States

HAMPTON ROADS' CHESAPEAKE OPEN HOUSE **SOLD OUT!! At this time, we are unable to accommodate any more registrations or walk-ins.** Wednesday, March 20, 2024  |  3:30PM - 6:00PM  |  FREE OPEN CHESAPEAKE! Be part of a momentous occasion as we celebrate the opening of our new Hampton Roads location. The ribbon-cutting ceremony featuring esteemed guest Chesapeake Mayor Rick West will commence at 3:30PM. Networking and refreshments will begin at 4:00PM. The new ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility was designed and built especially to fit our needs with the help of our members. The new facility gives us 11,809 SF (almost double the size of the previous space) with our apprenticeship and safety training lab expanding from 1,200 SF to 2,582 SF. Don't miss this chance to be a part of a transformative event that celebrates the growth and progress of the construction industry in Hampton Roads! LOCATION ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility 530 Independence Parkway, Suite 500, Chesapeake, VA 23320 *Parking + entrance is located in the back of the building.* SPONSORS - THANK YOU! Please email Rob Camlin if you're interested in sponsoring. We are open to different options! COST Free - RSVP REQUIRED A tremendous thank you to […]

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CPR, AED & First Aid Certification 3/5 HR

ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility, Chesapeake 530 Independence Parkway, Suite 500, Chesapeake, United States

CPR, AED & FIRST AID CERTIFICATION Tuesday, March 5, 2024  |  8:30AM-12:30PM ABC Virginia certifies hundreds of individuals each year in First-Aid and CPR/AED using the American Safety and Health Institute’s training content.  ABC-VA’s primary goal is to create confidence in its students' abilities to handle emergency situations. Our instructors provide clear explanations of the subject matter in a relaxed environment. Instructors focus on the importance of controlling, with confidence, medical emergencies and providing life support for victims of sudden illness or injury.  The certification issued to each participant is valid for two years. INSTRUCTOR Jamie Carrow, ABC-VA LOCATION **PLEASE NOTE OUR NEW ADDRESS** ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility 530 Independence Parkway, Suite 500, Chesapeake, VA 23320 (behind the Home Depot and Lowes on Battlefield Boulevard) *Student parking and entrance is in the back of the building.* COST Member: $87 Non-Member: $100 SUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATION POLICY Substitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual can no longer attend. Cancellations must be made with 48 hours. CLASS CONTACT Rachel Fronius

$87.00 – $100.00

Construction Quality Management 2/27 HR

ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility, Chesapeake 530 Independence Parkway, Suite 500, Chesapeake, United States

CONSTRUCTION QUALITY MANAGEMENT (CQM) **FULL. Please email Rachel Fronius to be put on waitlist and/or register for our next CQM class on April 16.** Tuesday, February 27, 2024  |  7:30AM - 5:00PM Do you want to become more competitive handling government contracts? Do you want to deliver quality, increase repeat business, and maintain your reputation, all while making a profit? If these things are important to you then enroll in Construction Quality Management (CQM) for Contractors, brought to you by ABC-Virginia, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), and the Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC). This required training recognizes that the mutual goal of contractors and the government is a quality end product. This program encourages proactive leadership and emphasizes getting it right the first time. Attendees develop an understanding of how to integrate quality into every aspect of the project from the pre-construction planning to project close-out. Enroll in Construction Quality Management and satisfy the government's requirements. Your certification is issued by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and is valid for five years. SCHEDULE Tuesday, February 27, 2024 7:30AM - 5:00PM Continental breakfast and lunch provided LOCATION **PLEASE NOTE OUR NEW ADDRESS** ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility 530 Independence Parkway, […]

$265.00 – $350.00

CPR, AED & First Aid Certification 2/22 HR **FULL**

ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility, Chesapeake 530 Independence Parkway, Suite 500, Chesapeake, United States

CPR, AED & FIRST AID CERTIFICATION **FULL. Please email Rachel Fronius to be put on waitlist and/or register for our next class on March 5.** Thursday, February 22, 2024  |  8:30AM-12:30PM ABC Virginia certifies hundreds of individuals each year in First-Aid and CPR/AED using the American Safety and Health Institute’s training content.  ABC-VA’s primary goal is to create confidence in its students' abilities to handle emergency situations. Our instructors provide clear explanations of the subject matter in a relaxed environment. Instructors focus on the importance of controlling, with confidence, medical emergencies and providing life support for victims of sudden illness or injury.  The certification issued to each participant is valid for two years. INSTRUCTOR Jamie Carrow, ABC-VA LOCATION **PLEASE NOTE OUR NEW ADDRESS** ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility 530 Independence Parkway, Suite 500, Chesapeake, VA 23320 (behind the Home Depot and Lowes on Battlefield Boulevard) *Student parking and entrance is in the back of the building.* COST Member: $87 Non-Member: $100 SUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATION POLICY Substitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual can no longer attend. Cancellations must be made with 48 hours. CLASS CONTACT Rachel Fronius

$87.00 – $100.00
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Be the Coach… Not the Boss! Collaborative Communications for Growing Employees 2/20 HR

ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility, Chesapeake 530 Independence Parkway, Suite 500, Chesapeake, United States

BE THE COACH... NOT THE BOSS! Collaborative Communications for Growing Employees Tuesday, February 20, 2024  |  11:30AM - 1:30PM One of the most difficult yet critical skills in leading others is being a valuable Coach. Do you ever struggle with how to put your Boss cap down and put on your go team, go YOU ball cap with employees? This workshop will help you to identify your own style and competencies as a Coach and help you to embrace new Coaching skills. Objectives: • Identify key challenges in coaching employees to meet your goals • Understand the key competencies employees need from their coach • Learn strategies for planning and implementing coaching sessions • Create your own plan for developing coaching skills This is a lunch and learn. SPEAKER Susan Long-Molnar, President, Managing Communications - Susan Long-Molnar is a lifelong professional communicator with over 35 years of experience assisting business owners and their employees to communicate effectively so they exceed their business goals. Susan graduated from Eastern Kentucky University with a B.A. in Theatre Arts/Communications and a minor in English. She began a teaching career in 1976 after moving to Virginia Beach to teach at Princess Anne High School. After […]

$95.00 – $125.00

OSHA 510 – OSHA Standards for the Construction Industry 2/12 HR

ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility, Chesapeake 530 Independence Parkway, Suite 500, Chesapeake, United States

OSHA 510 - OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH STANDARDS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY REGISTER HERE Offered by Mid Atlantic OTI Education Center, this course will be held at ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility, Host Training Organization Monday, February 12 - 15, 2024 | 8:00AM - 4:00PM This course covers OSHA Standards, policies, and procedures in the construction industry.  Topics include scope and application of the OSHA Construction Standards, construction safety and health principles, and special emphasis on those areas in construction which are most hazardous.  Upon course completion students will have the ability to define construction terms found in the OSHA Construction Standards, identify hazards which occur in the construction industry, locate and determine appropriate OSHA Construction Standards, policies, and procedures, and describe the use of the OSHA Construction Standards and regulations to supplement an ongoing safety and health program. Student Contact Hours:  26 Prerequisites:  None Course Includes: Student binder, OSHA CFR 1926, Lunch and Refreshments Course Time: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Eastern Standard Time This course is a prerequisite to the OSHA #500 Trainer Course in Occupational Safety and Health Standards for the Construction Industry This course is a required courses for the Public Sector Safety & Health Fundamentals Certificate […]