Courses

 The Pipeline Technology course introduces participants to the entire pipeline construction process. The course introduces such topics as employee obligations, chain of command on a pipeline, general hazards and precautions, trench and excavation safety, potholing and underground utility line location, the duties of the various crews (fence, ditch, clearing, etc.), cleaning and inspecting pipes, and fabrication yards. Several of the topics require participants to perform tasks or demonstrate skills being taught. Special emphasis is placed on following proper techniques, developing safe work habits, and recognizing unsafe work conditions.

The Cutting and Burning course introduces participants to the fundamental principles, safety practices, equipment, and techniques necessary to perform cutting and burning operations safely and productively. Cutting methods covered include oxyfuel, plasma arc and exothermic torches. Content includes fire safety provisions including fire watch and hot work permits.

 The Basic Line and Grade course focuses on the skills, knowledge, and aptitude necessary to operate a variety of surveying instruments and record information for maintaining elevation and alignment control points on heavy and civil construction projects.

This Traffic Control & Flagging Course provides direction on the best practices of presenting information on the Flagger Safety and Procedures on Highway work Zone projects. Participates are provided with information in order to demonstrate proper procedures for stopping, slowing and releasing traffic, describe communication methods for two-person flagging operations, describe the correct positioning of flaggers in work zones, identify the proper high visibility clothing worn by flaggers and describe when specific hand-signaling devices should be used.

The Lead Abatement Worker course prepares participants to work safely and productively on lead abatement projects. The course meets all Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) training requirements under 29 CFR Part 1926.1101 and 40 CFR Part 745.225 respectively. The course is mandatory for all workers conducting lead-based paint activities in target housing and child-occupied facilities. The course also far exceeds EPA’s minimum requirements of 16 hours of training (with 8 hours of laboratory) for workers by fully covering required topics and dedicating 40 hours to instruction, including 8 hours of hands-on activities.

 The 24 Hour Solar Farm Construction course introduces participants to solar farms, what they are and  how they are build. Topics include an overview of how solar farms create electricial current and supply it to the grid, key terms and components, design considerations, and how a solar farm is build from start to finish. Worker safety is emphasized throughout. Hands-on activities include installing posts, building the racking system, and installing PV modules to the racks.  Participants learn that there are many types of designs, so site-specific training for the system design and use on the job is important.

The Asbestos Abatement Supervisor Refresher course reviews critical topics associated with asbestos abatement activities. Current information regarding new regulations, equipment, work practices and procedures, and other related information is detailed. This course meets all OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1101 requirements and is mandatory for all supervisors involved in Class I and Class II asbestos abatement work. The course meets the EPA’s 8-hour minimum course requirements as stipulated by 40 CFR Part 763. This course is required annually under EPA’s Model Accreditation Plan (MAP) and state certification requirements

 The Lead Abatement Worker Refresher course is mandatory for all workers engaged in lead-based paint activities in target housing and child-occupied facilities who wish to maintain certification in this field. Required every 3 years, the course is designed to challenge participants by drawing upon previous training and work experiences to provide practical application of previously learned concepts to real-life situations. Additionally, the course covers new technologies, regulatory updates, recent advances, and lessons learned.

 This training is provided using The American Red Cross training program.  Included in this training are lessons on the knowledge and skills associated with Adult CPR & AED, Choking, Sudden Illness, Life-Threatening Bleeding, Injuries and Environmental Emergencies.  Skill development is highlighted and practices during all sessions.

The Pipelaying course provides the basic knowledge and skills CCLs need to work safely in trenches, and to correctly install, tap, and repair PVC, ductile iron, Polyethylene, and concrete pipe. The course includes instruction on the math skills needed on pipelaying projects and offers hands-on training in proper pipelaying techniques.

This training is designed to be an awareness level course that introduces participants to the hazards associated with working in or around trenches and excavations.  This training teaches the terms used to describe work the different aspects of T&E work.  This course also covers the types of T&E protection commonly used in the industry and the requirements of OSHA CFR 1926, Subpart P, Excavations.

 The Asbestos Abatement Worker course prepares Construction Craft Laborers to work safely and productively on asbestos abatement projects. Participants receive extensive instruction and hands-on training on work-area preparation, decontamination facility construction and use, abatement techniques, and cleanup procedures. Special emphasis is placed on following proper procedures and developing safe work habits. The course meets all OSHA requirements and is mandatory for all workers involved in Class I and Class II asbestos abatement work. The course exceeds the EPA’s 32-hour minimum course requirements, as stipulated under 40 CFR Part 763.

The Scaffold Technology 1 course addresses the needs of CCLs who are responsible for building scaffolding on the jobsite or are required to perform job tasks while using scaffolding. Designed to meet the training requirements of 29 CFR Part 1926.454, this comprehensive course includes frame, tube and clamp, systems scaffolding, non-powered adjustable scaffold and powered mast-climbing scaffolding. Special emphasis is placed on following proper procedures and developing safe work habits.

 This training is designed to cover the Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT) requirements set up by the Federal Motor Carriers Association and 49 CFR Part 380.  Included in this course are the ELDT Theory, Range, & Road training required for a participant to acquire their CDL License.  

 The modules provided in this course enable instructors approved under the OSHA Outreach Training Program to provide OSHA 10-hour Outreach training to participants. Each module provides the information in a particular subject that conveys the required information under OSHA. In addition to Outreach training, the modules can also be used as support material in other classes.

The Hoisting and Rigging course provides knowledge of state and federal regulations, as well as an in-depth understanding of equipment, work procedures, techniques, and safety considerations that are essential for laborers to function in a zero-accident environment. Additionally, the course meets training and certification requirements for riggers and signalers.

 The Rough Terrain Forklift course complies with OSHA 1926.602(c) requirements, introduces participants to the hazards involved with operating a forklift, and explains what they can do to prevent accidents and injuries often associated with operating rough terrain forklifts. Participants will have ample opportunity to operate a forklift. Skidsteer raining is focused on the safe operation and use of skid steers and track loaders.  This course introduces individuals to safety topics and best practices related to skid steer and track loaders.  Participants are given ample time to practice all principles and situations covered during classroom participation. MEWP – Manlift training focuses on the safe operation, use, and inspection of Mobile Elevated Work Platforms of various designs.  Coursework covers ANSI A92.22 specifics and gives participants ample time to practice skills, walk arounds, and site inspections as required for safe use of MEWPs.

The Global Positioning Systems (GPS) course introduces students to how GPS works and how it is used in construction. Participants learn how to set up and operate GPS, using several measuring techniques. Participants observe, practice, and demonstrate the use of the GPS system and coordinate geometry software for a sample structure. Special emphasis is placed on following proper procedures and developing safe work habits.

The ICRA Worker course is designed for individuals working in occupied facilities performing construction tasks, and have the responsibility for the building, maintenance and deconstruction of structures and controls of work area containment. The 40-hour course builds upon the 8-hour Awareness course with additional information on structures and controls to prevent the spread of infection.

This course covers the topics and skills needed to operate drones on or around construction sites.  The knowledge portions of this course prepare participants to pass the FAA Part 107 Small-UAS Exam and get their sUAS license.  A good portion of this classroom training is dedicated to sectional chart reading and airspace recognition.  The course also includes daily flight missions with mission logging, equipment inspections and maintenance.  

 This training is provided using The American Red Cross training program.  Included in this training are lessons on the knowledge and skills associated with Adult CPR & AED, Choking, Sudden Illness, Life-Threatening Bleeding, Injuries and Environmental Emergencies.  Skill development is highlighted and practices during all sessions.

This Traffic Control & Flagging Course provides direction on the best practices of presenting information on the Flagger Safety and Procedures on Highway work Zone projects. Participates are provided with information in order to demonstrate proper procedures for stopping, slowing and releasing traffic, describe communication methods for two-person flagging operations, describe the correct positioning of flaggers in work zones, identify the proper high visibility clothing worn by flaggers and describe when specific hand-signaling devices should be used.

This training covers details from OSHA Subpart F (Fire Protection & Prevention) and Subpart J (Welding & Cutting).  Hot work permits and site prep for hot work is highlighted.  Hands-on portions of this course include a fire extinguisher demo and participants demonstrate the use of the PASS system of using a fire extinguisher.

 The Confined Space in Construction: Awareness course provides information that will raise participants' levels of understanding of the hazards of working in and around confined spaces, and the conditions that make a confined space a permit-required confined space. This course is not intended to be used to certify individuals to enter and work as part of a permit-required entry team.

 This course is available to provide members the opportunity to be evaluated on skills, knowledge, and abilities required on various tasks involved in the pipeline industry.  The training center has instructors who are qualified evaluators with various organizations to supply the need of qualified workers in the pipeline industry for pipeline operators & contractors.  

The Hazardous Waste Worker Refresher course reviews the major topics of the initial hazardous waste worker training. The course is designed to challenge participants by drawing upon previous training and work experiences to provide practical application of previously learned concepts to real life situations. Additionally, the course covers new technologies, regulatory updates, recent advances, and lessons learned.

The Asbestos Abatement Worker Refresher course reviews critical topics associated with asbestos abatement activities. Current information regarding new regulations, equipment, work practices and procedures, and other related information is detailed. This course meets all OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1101 requirements and is mandatory for all workers involved in Class I and Class II asbestos abatement work. The course meets the EPA’s 8-hour minimum course requirements as stipulated by 40 CFR Part 763. This course is required annually under the EPA’s Model Accreditation Plan (MAP) and state certification requirements.

 This training is designed to cover the Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT) requirements set up by the Federal Motor Carriers Association and 49 CFR Part 380.  Included in this course are the ELDT Theory, Range, & Road training required for a participant to acquire their CDL License.  

The Asbestos Abatement Worker course prepares Construction Craft Laborers to work safely and productively on asbestos abatement projects. Participants receive extensive instruction and hands-on training on work-area preparation, decontamination facility construction and use, abatement techniques, and cleanup procedures. Special emphasis is placed on following proper procedures and developing safe work habits. The course meets all OSHA requirements and is mandatory for all workers involved in Class I and Class II asbestos abatement work. The course exceeds the EPA’s 32-hour minimum course requirements, as stipulated under 40 CFR Part 763.

 The modules provided in this course enable instructors approved under the OSHA Outreach Training Program to provide OSHA 10-hour Outreach training to participants. Each module provides the information in a particular subject that conveys the required information under OSHA. In addition to Outreach training, the modules can also be used as support material in other classes.

The Cutting and Burning course introduces participants to the fundamental principles, safety practices, equipment, and techniques necessary to perform cutting and burning operations safely and productively. Cutting methods covered include oxyfuel, plasma arc and exothermic torches. Content includes fire safety provisions including fire watch and hot work permits.

 The Pipeline Technology course introduces participants to the entire pipeline construction process. The course introduces such topics as employee obligations, chain of command on a pipeline, general hazards and precautions, trench and excavation safety, potholing and underground utility line location, the duties of the various crews (fence, ditch, clearing, etc.), cleaning and inspecting pipes, and fabrication yards. Several of the topics require participants to perform tasks or demonstrate skills being taught. Special emphasis is placed on following proper techniques, developing safe work habits, and recognizing unsafe work conditions.

The Hazard Communication course introduces participants to OSHA’s Revised Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1926.59), as it applies to the construction industry. Participants learn the guidelines for identifying chemical hazards and the proper use of container labels, placards, pictograms, and safety data sheets (SDS).

 This training is focused on development of skills needed to calculate, set up, and use a pipe laser for installation of various types of sewer and watermain pipes.  Also covered in  this course are laser safety and best practices for running control on a pipelaying job.

The Infectious Disease Operations course provides Construction Craft Laborers with the knowledge to work safely and effectively in an environment where infectious diseases, including COVID-19, may be present. This course helps CCLs recognize the threat of infectious diseases and how to protect themselves and the public while decontamination and disinfection procedures are in progress.

 The Traffic Control Supervisor course is designed to help the supervisor create a safe roadway construction work zone for workers and travelers by applying guidelines and developing structured processes for implementing internal and external traffic control plans. Participants gain critical knowledge in the types of traffic control devices and how they are used, set up and dismantled.  This course also includes flagger control principles and procedures.

This Traffic Control & Flagging Course provides direction on the best practices of presenting information on the Flagger Safety and Procedures on Highway work Zone projects. Participates are provided with information in order to demonstrate proper procedures for stopping, slowing and releasing traffic, describe communication methods for two-person flagging operations, describe the correct positioning of flaggers in work zones, identify the proper high visibility clothing worn by flaggers and describe when specific hand-signaling devices should be used.

 The Confined Space in Construction: Entry course is designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills associated with working in and around confined spaces. Emphasis is placed on hazard recognition, atmospheric monitoring, entry plans policy and procedures, PPE, and hazard mitigation.

The Hazardous Waste Worker Refresher course reviews the major topics of the initial hazardous waste worker training. The course is designed to challenge participants by drawing upon previous training and work experiences to provide practical application of previously learned concepts to real life situations. Additionally, the course covers new technologies, regulatory updates, recent advances, and lessons learned.

The Asbestos Abatement Worker Refresher course reviews critical topics associated with asbestos abatement activities. Current information regarding new regulations, equipment, work practices and procedures, and other related information is detailed. This course meets all OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1101 requirements and is mandatory for all workers involved in Class I and Class II asbestos abatement work. The course meets the EPA’s 8-hour minimum course requirements as stipulated by 40 CFR Part 763. This course is required annually under the EPA’s Model Accreditation Plan (MAP) and state certification requirements.

 This course is available to provide members the opportunity to be evaluated on skills, knowledge, and abilities required on various tasks involved in the pipeline industry.  The training center has instructors who are qualified evaluators with various organizations to supply the need of qualified workers in the pipeline industry for pipeline operators & contractors.  

The Foreman Training course serves as a foundation for workers who are training to become a foreman or general foreman. The course will help participants build on the skills they already possess as experienced workers and expand on those skills and abilities to prepare them to take on greater responsibilities on a jobsite.

 The 40-hour Hazardous Waste Worker course prepares participants to work safely and productively on hazardous waste remediation projects. Key topics explored during the course include chemical hazards, health and safety on the jobsite, respirators, emergency response plans, the HAZWOPER Standard, employee responsibilities and workers’ rights, and more. Special emphasis is placed on following proper procedures and developing safe work habits.

 This course is designed to develop the user's blueprint reading skills. The course consists of seven learning modules. Totally interactive, each of the modules includes animation, sample drawings, and includes topic specific questionnaires to focus the participants on specific portions of the blueprints that consistently built skills as participants work through the course.  

 The modules provided in this course enable instructors approved under the OSHA Outreach Training Program to provide OSHA 30-hour Outreach training to participants. Each module provides the information in a particular subject that conveys the required information under OSHA. In addition to Outreach training, the modules can also be used as support material in other classes.

 This training is designed to troubleshoot, repair, maintain, and rebuild major components of small engine powered equipment found by CCLs on any construction site.  This includes the basic functioning of 2-stroke & 4-stroke, single and twin cylinder motors.

 This training is provided using The American Red Cross training program.  Included in this training are lessons on the knowledge and skills associated with Adult CPR & AED, Choking, Sudden Illness, Life-Threatening Bleeding, Injuries and Environmental Emergencies.  Skill development is highlighted and practices during all sessions.

 This training is designed to cover the Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT) requirements set up by the Federal Motor Carriers Association and 49 CFR Part 380.  Included in this course are the ELDT Theory, Range, & Road training required for a participant to acquire their CDL License.  

 This course is designed to provide members an overview of the history of our union throughout its history, from its organization through today and highlights the struggles and victories our members have faces through the years.

 The modules provided in this course enable instructors approved under the OSHA Outreach Training Program to provide OSHA 10-hour Outreach training to participants. Each module provides the information in a particular subject that conveys the required information under OSHA. In addition to Outreach training, the modules can also be used as support material in other classes.