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SUMMARY:OSHA 3115 - Fall Protection 8/31 NV
DESCRIPTION:OSHA 3115 – FALL PROTECTION\nREGISTER HERE\nOffered by Mid Atlantic OTI Education Center\, this course will be held at ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, Host Training Organization\nAugust 31 – September 2\, 2026  |  8:00AM – 4:00PM\nThis course covers the OSHA Fall Protection Standard for construction and an overview of fall protection methods.  Course topics include principles of fall protection\, components and limitations of fall arrest systems\, and OSHA Standards and policies regarding fall protection.  Students will participate in workshops demonstrating the inspection and use of fall protection equipment\, residential construction fall protection\, training requirements\, and developing a fall protection program.  Upon course completion students will have the ability to assess compliance with the OSHA Fall Protection Standard\, evaluate installed passive systems and fall arrest systems\, and develop and implement fall protection plans. \nOSHA 3115 and the FALL PROTECTION TRAIN-THE-TRAINER Courses Combined Presented by the Chesapeake Region Safety Council\, meet the Competent Person (CP) 24 hour training requirement in Section 21.C.04 of the new EM 385-1-1 USACE Safety and Health Requirements Manual. The OSHA 3115 (3 day course) and the Fall Protection Train the Trainer course (1 day) are independent and must be registered for separately. \nPlease note\, you must pass the exam with an 80% or higher to attend the following Trainer Course \nStudent Contact Hours:  18\nPrerequisites:  None\nCourse Includes: Student materials\, lunch and refreshments \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\n42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\, VA 20166 \nCOST\n$795 \nSCHEDULE\nPlease visit CRSC registration link above
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/osha-3115-fall-protection-8-31-nv/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, 42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\,\, VA\, 20166\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northern Virginia
ORGANIZER;CN="Jenny Tashjian":MAILTO:jenny@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260831T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260831T170000
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SUMMARY:Virginia Cross-Connection Device Worker Certification Course 8/31 CV
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT THIS COURSE\nBegins Monday\, August 31\, 2026\nAs of January 1\, 2023\, persons testing and repairing backflow prevention assemblies and backflow prevention devices shall be certified by a Commonwealth of Virginia tradesman certification program (identified by DPOR as backflow prevention device workers). \nThis 40-hour course is designed to help participants understand backflow and recognize cross-connections\, placing special emphasis on preparing individuals to test\, inspect\, and provide in-line maintenance of reduced pressure principle backflow prevention devices\, double check valve assemblies\, and pressure vacuum breakers. \n* This course has been approved by the Board for Contractors\, Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation in accordance with the provisions of 12 VAC5-590-630. \nSCHEDULE (4-day class)\nAugust 31\, 2026 – September 4\, 2026\n8:00AM – 5:00PM\nOnline registration will close Friday\, August 28 at 1:00PM\nPlease note: lunch is NOT included. \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\n1600 E Parham Road\, Richmond\, VA 23228 \nCOST\nMember – $995\nNon-Member – $995\n**Please note: cost includes instruction only.** \nCANCELLATION/SUBSTITUTION POLICY\nPlease note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made within 48 hours of class start. Substitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. \nQuestions?\nContact Sherrie Dickerson
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/virginia-cross-connection-device-worker-certification-course-8-31-cv/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\, ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\, 1600 E Parham Road\, Richmond\, VA\, 23228\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia
ORGANIZER;CN="Sherrie Dickerson":MAILTO:sherrie@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260831T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260831T193000
DTSTAMP:20260825T172525Z
CREATED:20260626T153440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T172525Z
UID:10002484-1788192000-1788204600@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:Young Professionals: Annual 9-Hole Golf Classic 8/31 NV
DESCRIPTION:YOUNG PROFESSIONALS: ANNUAL 9-HOLE GOLF CLASSIC\nMonday\, August 31\, 2026  |  4:00PM – 7:30PM\n**Please contact Katie Gregg for availability.**\nYoung Professionals (40 & under) are invited to play in our third annual Northern Virginia YP 9-hole Golf Classic at Dominion Valley Country Club on August 31st! Enjoy a quick round of golf followed by networking over dinner and drinks. 4PM shotgun start. \nPlease note: this event is for Young Professionals (40 & under). \nSPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Commitments needed by Aug 24 COB\n🍔 Dinner Sponsor: $450 – includes two (2) complimentary tickets\, logo on golf carts\, signage at reception\, logo/name on marketing materials SOLD OUT!!\n🥤 Beverage Cart Sponsor: $350 – includes one (1) complimentary ticket\, logo on beverage and golf carts\, logo/name on marketing materials SOLD OUT!!\n🍹 Bar Sponsor: $350 – includes one (1) complimentary ticket\, logo on beverage and golf carts\, logo/name on marketing materials\n⛳ Hole Sponsor: $250 – includes one (1) complimentary ticket\, tee signage at event\, logo/name on marketing materials \nSPONSORS – THANK YOU!\n                                                         \nLOCATION\nDominion Valley Country Club\n15200 Arnold Palmer Drive\, Haymarket\, VA 20169 \nCOST\nABC-VA Members — $199 per player / $796 per Foursome\nNon-Members — $249 per player / $996 per Foursome\nIncludes golf\, beverage cart items during round\, dinner + two (2) drink tickets with dinner \nSUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Cancellations must be made by 5PM on August 26\, 2026. \nQuestions?\nContact Katie Gregg
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/ypclassic26/
LOCATION:Dominion Valley Country Club\, 15200 Arnold Palmer Dr\, Haymarket\, 20169\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northern Virginia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Katie Gregg":MAILTO:katieg@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T190000
DTSTAMP:20260107T232634Z
CREATED:20260107T232633Z
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UID:10002327-1788278400-1788289200@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:Blueprint Reading 102 9/1 NV
DESCRIPTION:BLUEPRINT READING 102\nBegins Tuesday\, September 1\, 2026  |  4:00PM – 7:00PM\nThis course is designed to advance those with the fundamental skills and theories from the basic blueprint reading class (Blueprint 101) that is essential for print reading experience in heavy commercial construction. The textbook and actual project drawings used for this course present and reinforce the concepts of elements commonly found on prints of large structures. \nThe topics to be covered in these sessions include\, but are not limited to\, the following:\n• Working Drawings and Drawing Concepts\n• Types of Construction\n• Specifications\n• Sitework\n• Structural Steel Construction\n• Reinforced Concrete Construction\n• Mechanical and Electrical Systems\n• Finish Construction\n• Trade Competency Tests and Review Questions \nSCHEDULE\nEight-Day Program:\nSept 1\, 8\, 15\, 22\, 29\nOct 6\, 13\, 20\n4:00PM – 7:00PM \nCOST\nMember – $370\nNon-Member – $540\nIncludes textbooks and blueprints \nSUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual can no longer attend. Please note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance. \nQuestions?\nContact Shaye Currie
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/blueprint-reading-102-9-1-nv/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, 42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\,\, VA\, 20166\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northern Virginia
ORGANIZER;CN="Shaye Currie":MAILTO:shaye@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T160000
DTSTAMP:20260219T164141Z
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UID:10002382-1788422400-1788451200@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:Fall Protection Trainer 9/3 NV
DESCRIPTION:FALL PROTECTION TRAINER\nThursday\, September 3\, 2026  |  8:00AM – 4:00PM\nREGISTER HERE\n\nFalls are the Leading Cause of Death in Construction. In 2021\, there were 390 fatal falls out of the 951 construction fatalities (BLS data). These deaths are preventable. This course will help you plan\, prepare and deliver fall protection training to your workers to prevent injuries and fatalities from falls. \n\nObjective: This program provides the elements to develop a good Fall Protection Training Program to include: \n\nDetermine fall protection training needs\nIdentify goals and objectives\nIdentify materials and information necessary to train employees\nDevelop learning activities (i.e.\, lecture\, on-the-job\, hands-on\, discussion\, or a combination of all of these)\nConduct the training each student will be responsible to develop and present an assigned topic on fall protection to the class and be evaluated on that presentation.\nEvaluate the Program\n\nPrerequisite: In order to attend this course you must have completed the OSHA 3115 FALL PROTECTION course within the last 12 months and provide the CRSC with a copy of your course completion certificate. \nUpon completion of both the OSHA 3115 and the Fall Protection Train the Trainer Course\, as presented by the Chesapeake Region Safety Council\, meet the Competent Person (CP) 24 hour training requirement in Section 21.C.04 of the new EM 385-1-1 USACE Safety and Health Requirements Manual. The OSHA 3115 (3 day course) and the Fall Protection Train the Trainer course (1 day) are independent and must be registered for separately. \nCourse Includes: A student binder and a USB which includes: \n\nPowerPoint Presentations\nVideo clips\nTest questions\nAdditional resource information for fall protection\n\n\nPlease note\, to register for this course you must have completed the OSHA 3115 FALL PROTECTION and pass the course exam with an 80% or higher. \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\n42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\, VA 20166 \nCOST\nMember – $275\nNon-Member – $375 \nCANCELLATION POLICY\nPlease note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 72 hours in advance. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/fall-protection-trainer-9-3-nv/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, 42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\,\, VA\, 20166\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northern Virginia
ORGANIZER;CN="Jenny Tashjian":MAILTO:jenny@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T120000
DTSTAMP:20260810T124026Z
CREATED:20251212T220141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T124026Z
UID:10002261-1789200000-1789214400@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:CPR\, AED & First Aid Certification 9/12 NV
DESCRIPTION:CPR\, AED & FIRST AID CERTIFICATION\n**FULL. Please email Shaye Currie to be put on waitlist.**\nSaturday\, September 12\, 2026  |  8:00AM – 12:00PM \nABC 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. \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Northern VA Training Facility\n42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\, VA 20166 \nCOST\nMember: $98\nNon-Member: $125 \nSUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual can no longer attend. Cancellations must be made with 48 hours. \nCLASS CONTACT\nShaye Currie
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/cpr-aed-first-aid-certification-9-12-nv/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, 42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\,\, VA\, 20166\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northern Virginia
ORGANIZER;CN="Shaye Currie":MAILTO:shaye@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T071500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T170000
DTSTAMP:20260512T135501Z
CREATED:20251202T172749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T135501Z
UID:10002241-1789370100-1789405200@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:Construction Quality Management 9/14 CV
DESCRIPTION:CONSTRUCTION QUALITY MANAGEMENT (CQM)\nMonday\, September 14\, 2026  |  7:15AM – 5:00PM\nDo 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). \nThis 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. \nEnroll 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. \nCOST\nMember – $295\nNon-Member – $395\nIncludes breakfast\, lunch and course materials \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Central VA Training Facility\n1600 E Parham Road\, Richmond\, VA 23228 \nSUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATIONS\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Cancellations must be made by 5PM on Wednesday\, September 9\, 2026. \nCONTACT Kristen Altermatt
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/construction-quality-management-9-14-cv/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\, ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\, 1600 E Parham Road\, Richmond\, VA\, 23228\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia
ORGANIZER;CN="Kristen Altermatt":MAILTO:kristen@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T160000
DTSTAMP:20260720T192455Z
CREATED:20260720T192455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T192455Z
UID:10002497-1789372800-1789401600@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:OSHA 501 - Trainer Course in OSHA Standards for General Industry 9/14 NV
DESCRIPTION:OSHA 501 – TRAINER COURSE IN OSHA STANDARDS FOR GENERAL INDUSTRY\nREGISTER HERE\nOffered by Mid Atlantic OTI Education Center\, this course will be held at ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, Host Training Organization\nSeptember 14 – 17\, 2026  |  8:00AM – 4:00PM\nThis course is designed for individuals interested in teaching the 10 and 30-hour general industry safety and health Outreach training program to their employees and other interested groups. Using the OSHA General Industry Standards as a guide\, special emphasis is placed on those topics required in the 10- and 30-hour programs as well as those which are most hazardous. Students are briefed on effective instructional approaches and use of visual aids and handouts. This course allows the student to become a trainer in the OSHA Outreach Training Program\, to conduct both 10- and 30-hour General Industry Outreach classes\, and to issue cards to participants after verifying course completion. Students who wish to participate as authorized trainers in the OSHA Outreach Training Program must prepare a presentation on an assigned OSHA General Industry Outreach Training Program topic individually or as part of a group and successfully pass a written exam at the end of the course. \n\nClass Topics: \n\nOSH Act\, and OSHA Standards\nRecordkeeping\nWalking & Working Surfaces\nMeans of Egress & Fire Protection\nPersonal Protective Equipment\nLockout / Tagout\nWelding\, Cutting & Brazing\nElectrical Standards & Work Practices\nHazard Communication\nConfined Space\nSafety & Health Problems\nHand & Power Tools\nOutreach Training Program Requirements\nTraining Techniques\n\nStudent Contact Hours: 26 \nPrerequisites: Students must successfully complete the OSHA #511 Occupational Safety and Health Standards for General Industry and have five (5) years of safety and health work experience in general industry. A degree in occupational safety and health\, a Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or a Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) designation may be substituted for two (2) years of work related experience. Students should obtain guidance on whether they meet this requirement from the OSHA Training Institute Education Center where they intend to receive the training. Authorized OSHA General Industry Outreach Training Program trainers are required to attend OSHA #503 Update for General Industry Outreach Trainers at least once every four (4) years to maintain their trainer status. \nIndustry OSHA Standards courses (#510\, #511\, and #5410) must be completed not later than seven (7) years prior to completing the relevant Industry Trainer course (#500\, #501\, and #5400). \nThe Prerequisite Verification Form is required to complete the registration process. Click this link Prerequisite Verification Form\, or print and send the documentation to our office via email to info@oshamidatlantic.org or fax 410-281-1350 \nCourse Includes: Student binder\, OSHA CFR 1910\, USB which includes: \n\nPowerPoint Presentation\nVideo clips\nTest Questions\nAdditional resource information\n\n\nLOCATION\nABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\n42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\, VA 20166 \nCOST\n$845 \nSCHEDULE\nPlease visit CRSC registration link above
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/osha-501-trainer-course-in-osha-standards-for-general-industry-9-14-nv/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, 42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\,\, VA\, 20166\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northern Virginia
ORGANIZER;CN="Shaye Currie":MAILTO:shaye@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T160000
DTSTAMP:20260805T143407Z
CREATED:20260805T143407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T143407Z
UID:10002504-1789372800-1789401600@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:OSHA 3115 - Fall Protection 9/14 CV
DESCRIPTION:OSHA 3115 – FALL PROTECTION\nREGISTER HERE\nOffered by Mid Atlantic OTI Education Center\, this course will be held at ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\, Host Training Organization\nSeptember 14 – 16\, 2026  |  8:00AM – 4:00PM\nThis course covers the OSHA Fall Protection Standard for construction and an overview of fall protection methods.  Course topics include principles of fall protection\, components and limitations of fall arrest systems\, and OSHA Standards and policies regarding fall protection.  Students will participate in workshops demonstrating the inspection and use of fall protection equipment\, residential construction fall protection\, training requirements\, and developing a fall protection program.  Upon course completion students will have the ability to assess compliance with the OSHA Fall Protection Standard\, evaluate installed passive systems and fall arrest systems\, and develop and implement fall protection plans. \nOSHA 3115 and the FALL PROTECTION TRAIN-THE-TRAINER Courses Combined Presented by the Chesapeake Region Safety Council\, meet the Competent Person (CP) 24 hour training requirement in Section 21.C.04 of the new EM 385-1-1 USACE Safety and Health Requirements Manual. The OSHA 3115 (3 day course) and the Fall Protection Train the Trainer course (1 day) are independent and must be registered for separately. \nPlease note\, you must pass the exam with an 80% or higher to attend the following Trainer Course \nStudent Contact Hours:  18\nPrerequisites:  None\nCourse Includes: Student materials\, lunch and refreshments \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Central VA Training Facility\n1600 E Parham Road\, Richmond\, VA 23228 \nCOST\n$795 \nSCHEDULE\nPlease visit CRSC registration link above
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/osha-3115-fall-protection-9-14-cv/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\, ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\, 1600 E Parham Road\, Richmond\, VA\, 23228\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia
ORGANIZER;CN="Sherrie Dickerson":MAILTO:sherrie@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T170000
DTSTAMP:20251209T185746Z
CREATED:20251209T185746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T185746Z
UID:10002249-1789543800-1789578000@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:Construction Quality Management 9/16 NV
DESCRIPTION:CONSTRUCTION QUALITY MANAGEMENT\nWednesday\, September 16\, 2026  |  7:30AM – 5:00PM  |  ABC-VA Dulles\nThe Construction Quality Management course offers prospective QC Managers and Administrators the opportunity to satisfy the CQM-C training requirements specified in most USACE and NAVFAC construction contracts. This course must be taken and the final test must be passed by any person aspiring to be the QC Manager/Administrator or alternate. The Contractors Quality Control (CQC) requirements and the Governments Quality Assurance (QA) roles are reviewed. Training materials provided. \nA course certificate\, valid for a five-year period from the date of the class\, will be awarded to those who satisfactory complete the training and pass the final exam. At this time\, any person that needs to recertify must attend a class. \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\n42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\, VA 20166 \nCOST\nMember – $305\nNon-Member – $405\nContinental breakfast\, lunch & refreshments provided \nCANCELLATION POLICY\nPlease note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made by 9/12/2026 EOD. \nQuestions?\nContact Jenny Tashjian
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/construction-quality-management-9-16-nv/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, 42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\,\, VA\, 20166\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northern Virginia
ORGANIZER;CN="Shaye Currie":MAILTO:shaye@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T133000
DTSTAMP:20260714T154213Z
CREATED:20260713T155150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T154213Z
UID:10002495-1789558200-1789565400@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:Procore Analytics: Turning Construction Data Into Actionable Insights 9/16 CV
DESCRIPTION:PROCORE ANALYTICS: TURNING CONSTRUCTION DATA INTO ACTIONABLE INSIGHTS\nWednesday\, September 16\, 2026  |  11:30AM – 1:30PM\nUnlock the power of your Procore data. Your projects generate valuable data every day—but are you using it to drive better decisions\, reduce risk\, and improve performance? \nProcore Analytics equips construction professionals with the tools to transform project data into meaningful business intelligence. Learn how to leverage Procore Analytics 2.0 and Power BI to gain visibility into project performance\, track key metrics\, and create customized reporting solutions that support operational excellence. \nWhat you’ll learn:\nConstruction Analytics Through Procore\n• Understand what Procore Analytics is and how it works\n• Discover the benefits of data-driven decision making\n• Improve data quality and integrity across projects\n• Establish confidence in your project reporting\n\nIntroduction to Procore Analytics 2.0\n• The Data Source\n• Connecting data through Power BI\n• Navigate pre-built Procore reporting templates: (Project Management\, Quality\, Safety\, Issues)\n• How to interpret KPIs in Power BI templates \nCustomizing Reports for Your Organization\n• Integrate data from other systems into Power BI\n• Embed analytics directly within the Procore platform\n• Adding Procore to a Data Lake environment\n\nApplications\n• Scheduling and Drawing Management\n• RFI and Submittal Tracking\n• Coordination and Quality \nEnhance your data-driven decision making capabilities. Spots are limited – register today! \nWho should attend: Project Managers\, Operations Leaders\, BIM Managers\, Project Engineers\, Quality and Safety Professionals\, Data and Technology Managers\, and anyone responsible for project performance and reporting  \nLunch provided\nSPEAKERS\nBrad Mohler\, Virtual Construction Manager\, ColonialWebb\n \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\n1600 E Parham Road\, Richmond\, VA 23228 \nCOST \nMembers – $67\nNon-Members – $97 \nSUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are always welcome if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Written notice to cancel and receive a refund must be received by 5PM on Monday\, September 14\, 2026. \nQuestions?\nContact Kristen Altermatt
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/procore26/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\, ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\, 1600 E Parham Road\, Richmond\, VA\, 23228\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rebeca Reyes":MAILTO:rebeca@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T200000
DTSTAMP:20251215T175211Z
CREATED:20251212T225017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T175211Z
UID:10002273-1789574400-1789588800@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:CPR\, AED & First Aid Certification 9/16 NV
DESCRIPTION:CPR\, AED & FIRST AID CERTIFICATION\nWednesday\, September 16\, 2026  |  4:00PM – 8:00PM \nABC 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. \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Northern VA Training Facility\n42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\, VA 20166 \nCOST\nMember: $98\nNon-Member: $125 \nSUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual can no longer attend. Cancellations must be made with 48 hours. \nCLASS CONTACT\nShaye Currie
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/cpr-aed-first-aid-certification-9-16-nv/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, 42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\,\, VA\, 20166\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northern Virginia
ORGANIZER;CN="Shaye Currie":MAILTO:shaye@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T190000
DTSTAMP:20260821T135734Z
CREATED:20260818T183742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T135734Z
UID:10002517-1789576200-1789585200@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:Young Professionals — Trash Talk: Behind the Build and Happy Hour 9/16 NV
DESCRIPTION:YOUNG PROFESSIONALS — TRASH TALK: BEHIND THE BUILD AND HAPPY HOUR\nWednesday\, September 16\, 2026  |  4:30PM – 7:00PM\nDo you know where your construction waste goes? Let’s talk trash! \nJoin ABC-VA Young Professionals for a behind-the-scenes tour of Industrial Disposal Services (IDS)/Broad Run Recycling in Manassas and follow the journey of construction waste after it leaves the jobsite. ♻️ Get an up-close look at a working recycling operation where 700+ tons of construction and demolition material are processed each day. See how materials are received\, sorted and recycled\, and learn how the waste generated on our jobsites can be diverted from landfills and put to better use. \nAlong the way\, the IDS and Broad Run Recycling teams will give us an inside look at the role waste management plays in today’s construction industry\, including recycling and diversion reporting\, LEED requirements\, sustainability goals and the importance of accurate waste data. From material collection at the jobsite through final diversion reporting\, you’ll see a side of the construction process most of us never get to experience. \nAfter the tour\, trade trash talk for shop talk and join us for a happy hour at 2 Silos. Make new connections and unwind after a one-of-a-kind look behind the scenes of our industry. Please note: this event is for Young Professionals (40 & under). \nBefore We Talk Trash…\nThis is an active\, working facility\, so please come prepared! Closed-toe shoes are required for all tour participants. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own PPE\, including safety glasses/goggles. Don’t have PPE? No problem – necessary safety equipment will be available on-site. \nCome dressed for the tour\, then stick around for the happy hour! \nSPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES\nEvent Sponsor $150 – includes one (1) registration\, signage during happy hour\, logo/name on marketing materials \nLOCATION\nIDS/Broad Run Site Tour — 9120 Developers Drive\, Manassas\, VA 20109\n2 Silos Brewing — 9925 Discovery Boulevard\, Manassas\, VA 20109 \nCOST\nABC-VA Young Professionals — $50\nProspective Young Professionals — $75\nIncludes guided tour\, light apps & two (2) drink tickets \nSUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual can no longer attend. Please note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance. \nQuestions?\nContact Katie Gregg
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/trashtalk/
LOCATION:Industrial Disposal Services/Broad Run Recycling Facility\, 9120 Developers Drive\, Manassas\, 20109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northern Virginia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Katie Gregg":MAILTO:katieg@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T100000
DTSTAMP:20260701T151323Z
CREATED:20260701T144317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T151323Z
UID:10002485-1789632000-1789639200@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:From Bid to Buyout: Negotiating Smarter Subcontracts with Industry-Leading General Contractors on Large-Scale Construction Projects 9/17 HR
DESCRIPTION:From Bid to Buyout: Negotiating Smarter Subcontracts with Industry-Leading General Contractors on Large-Scale Construction Projects\nThursday\, September 17\, 2026 |  8:00AM – 10:00AM\nIn this session\, the presenters offer practical\, real-world strategies for negotiating subcontracts on large-scale construction projects\, drawing on both legal and purchasing perspectives and industry experience working with leading general contractors and subcontractors.  \nThe program focuses on negotiating subcontracts to manage risk\, align expectations\, collaborate with stakeholders\, preserve working relationships\, and avoid disputes in the field. Attendees will gain practical guidance on key issues from the bid phase through contract execution\, including bid-phase strategy\, post-award contract review\, high-risk contract clauses\, contract modification approaches\, and efficient negotiation techniques.  \nAttendees will leave with actionable takeaways they can immediately apply in real-world subcontract negotiations. \nSPEAKERS –\nJimmy Jones\, MBA\, DSL\, Director of Purchasing\, Allan Myers — Jimmy is a procurement and supply-chain leader with extensive experience in construction purchasing\, strategic sourcing\, and subcontract negotiation. Jimmy leads the company’s Purchasing Department\, overseeing large-scale supplier\, subcontractor\, and professional services procurements for public\, private\, and design-build projects. His responsibilities include bid package management\, vendor selection\, subcontract and purchase order negotiations\, and inclusion planning for DBE/SWaM and small business participation. In addition to his construction purchasing experience\, Jimmy brings substantial logistics and supply-chain leadership from his service in the United States Marine Corps\, as well as prior experience with Virginia Commonwealth University. He holds an MBA from The Citadel and a B.S. from Old Dominion University. \nRodolfo R. “Rudy” Remigio\, Esq.\, Attorney\, Reaves GovCon Law Group — In Rudy’s role\, he is focused on representing construction contractors and government contractors. Before entering private practice\, he served as in-house Corporate Counsel for one of the largest heavy civil contractors in the Mid-Atlantic. There\, he negotiated high-dollar subcontract agreements with top ENR-ranked general contractors on major infrastructure and site development projects. Rudy also supported the company’s Purchasing Department\, helping negotiate agreements with lower-tier subcontractors\, suppliers\, and professional service providers to execute large-scale construction projects. Rudy is a former Assistant Attorney General with the Virginia Attorney General’s Office\, where he served in multiple roles\, including representing VDOT in the Construction Litigation Section. He is also a frequent speaker and published author on construction law topics. \nRudy and Jimmy’s Joint Experience\nRudy and Jimmy previously worked together negotiating agreements with lower-tier subcontractors\, suppliers\, and professional service providers on major construction projects. \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\n530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, VA 23320 \nCOST\nMembers — $37\nNon-members — $67\nContinental breakfast provided \nCANCELLATION POLICY\nPlease note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance. Substitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) are no longer available. \nCOURSE CONTACT\nContact Meredith Strahan
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/from-bid-to-buyout-sep17/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\, Chesapeake\, 530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hampton Roads
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ORGANIZER;CN="Maddy Goulden":MAILTO:maddy@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T160000
DTSTAMP:20260805T143617Z
CREATED:20260805T143617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T143617Z
UID:10002505-1789632000-1789660800@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:Fall Protection Trainer 9/17 CV
DESCRIPTION:FALL PROTECTION TRAINER\nThursday\, September 17\, 2026  |  8:00AM – 4:00PM\nREGISTER HERE\n\nFalls are the Leading Cause of Death in Construction. In 2021\, there were 390 fatal falls out of the 951 construction fatalities (BLS data). These deaths are preventable. This course will help you plan\, prepare and deliver fall protection training to your workers to prevent injuries and fatalities from falls. \n\nObjective: This program provides the elements to develop a good Fall Protection Training Program to include: \n\nDetermine fall protection training needs\nIdentify goals and objectives\nIdentify materials and information necessary to train employees\nDevelop learning activities (i.e.\, lecture\, on-the-job\, hands-on\, discussion\, or a combination of all of these)\nConduct the training each student will be responsible to develop and present an assigned topic on fall protection to the class and be evaluated on that presentation.\nEvaluate the Program\n\nPrerequisite: In order to attend this course you must have completed the OSHA 3115 FALL PROTECTION course within the last 12 months and provide the CRSC with a copy of your course completion certificate. \nUpon completion of both the OSHA 3115 and the Fall Protection Train the Trainer Course\, as presented by the Chesapeake Region Safety Council\, meet the Competent Person (CP) 24 hour training requirement in Section 21.C.04 of the new EM 385-1-1 USACE Safety and Health Requirements Manual. The OSHA 3115 (3 day course) and the Fall Protection Train the Trainer course (1 day) are independent and must be registered for separately. \nCourse Includes: A student binder and a USB which includes: \n\nPowerPoint Presentations\nVideo clips\nTest questions\nAdditional resource information for fall protection\n\n\nPlease note\, to register for this course you must have completed the OSHA 3115 FALL PROTECTION and pass the course exam with an 80% or higher. \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\n1600 E Parham Road\, Richmond\, VA 23228 \nCOST\nMember – $275\nNon-Member – $375 \nCANCELLATION POLICY\nPlease note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 72 hours in advance. \nQuestions?\nContact Sherrie Dickerson
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/fall-protection-trainer-9-17-cv/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\, ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\, 1600 E Parham Road\, Richmond\, VA\, 23228\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia
ORGANIZER;CN="Sherrie Dickerson":MAILTO:sherrie@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T123000
DTSTAMP:20260618T202130Z
CREATED:20260618T201031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T202130Z
UID:10002477-1789642800-1789648200@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:Employment Law for Construction Leaders: What Every Manager\, Supervisor and HR Professional Needs to Know [Virtual Series - Session 4]
DESCRIPTION:EMPLOYMENT LAW FOR CONSTRUCTION LEADERS: WHAT EVERY MANAGER\, SUPERVISOR AND HR PROFESSIONAL NEEDS TO KNOW\nSESSION FOUR — WORKPLACE VIOLENCE\, SAFETY\, NEGLIGENCE\nThursday\, September 17\, 2026 |  11:00AM – 12:30PM  |  Virtual\nFederal and state laws provide employees with important workplace rights and protections\, making it essential for managers to understand\, uphold\, and champion those rights every day. \nThis comprehensive course offers a clear and practical overview of the legal principles that guide managers in supporting employees while maintaining compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements. Brought to you by Woods Rogers\, one of the largest\, dedicated employment practices in Virginia\, this course will incorporate real-world scenarios and cases that apply directly to the construction industry.  Intended for human resource professionals\, managers\, supervisors\, and team leads\, this course emphasizes real-world application rather than legal theory. \nSession 1 (7/28): HARASSMENT\, DISCRIMINATION AND RETALIATION\n• The basis of state and federal anti-discrimination and anti-harassment laws\n• Addresses harassment beyond sexual harassment\, including harassment or discrimination on the basis of disability\, race\, national origin\, etc.\n• Covers a supervisor’s legal obligation to engage in prompt and effective remedial action to address offensive conduct in the workplace\n• Why a supervisor’s actions can create liability for the company\nClick here to register for Session One only (if date has not passed) \nSession 2 (8/13): ACCOMMODATIONS AND MEDICAL LEAVE\n• Navigating employees with disabilities\, pregnancies\, and serious health conditions\n• Process for accommodations (the interactive process)\n• FMLA and appropriate documentation/certifications\n• Navigating intermittent FMLA\n• Disciplining employees with medical leave and accommodations\nClick here to register for Session Two only (if date has not passed) \nSession 3 (8/26): DOCUMENTATION AND PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT TO DEFEND EMPLOYMENT LAWSUITS\n• How an employment lawsuit works\n• What is legally sufficient documentation for performance related issues to defend lawsuits\n• What to document\, when\, and how\n• How to do PIPs and reviews accurately\n• Why following company policies and applying them fairly matters\nClick here to register for Session Three only (if date has not passed) \nSession 4 (9/17): WORKPLACE VIOLENCE\, SAFETY\, NEGLIGENCE\n• Dos and Don’ts of safety\n• OSHA’s general duty clause for employers to respond to recognized workplace hazards in the form of workplace violence\n• Negligent retention\, hiring\, and premises liability\n• A supervisor’s legal obligation to address employee threatening and/or violent behavior\n• A supervisor’s legal obligation to address third party threats of violence\, including handling employees with protective orders against third parties\n• Red flags for violence \nSession 5 (9/23): WAGE AND HOUR LAWS\n• The basics of the state and federal laws covering overtime\, minimum wage\, and child labor\n• Working off-the-clock\n• Breaks time laws\n• Employees’ rights to complain about wages\n• Class actions and wage lawsuits\nClick here to register for Session Five only \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND?\n• Human resource professionals\n• Managers\, supervisors\, and team leaders\n• Business owners\n• General managers and operations professionals\n• Anyone looking to enhance their knowledge of employment law \nEquip your team with the knowledge to reduce risk and create a culture of compliance – register today! \nSPEAKERS\nLeah Stiegler\, Principal\, Woods Rogers — Leah can walk employers through any workplace situation. From complex personnel matters\, to implementing client-specific performance management practices\, Leah advises employers to navigate these issues to keep them out of court. Her counseling covers the entire employment spectrum: recruitment\, onboarding\, workplace culture\, pay equity audits\, RIFs\, terminations and severance packages. View Leah’s full biography and professional credentials here \nFred Schutt\, Principal\, Woods Rogers — Focused on helping employers avoid costly litigation and regulatory violation\, Fred routinely defends employers before federal and state agencies\, including the EEOC\, DOL\, and OSHA. Fred also has extensive experience defending employers in state and federal court in a variety of employment related cases alleging violation of the ADA\, ADEA\, Title VII\, Title IX\, Equal Pay Act\, FMLA\, and the FLSA\, breach of contract\, and violation of restrictive covenants. View Fred’s full biography and professional credentials here \nLOCATION\nVirtual\nLink to be sent to attendees within 12 hours of webinar \nCOST \nMembers — Individual (per session) — $95\nNon-Members — Individual (per session) — $145 \nTo register for sessions individually\, please visit each event page to register using the links above.\nQuestions?\nContact Kristen Altermatt
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/employment-series-4/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia,Hampton Roads,Northern Virginia,Statewide
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kristen Altermatt":MAILTO:kristen@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T173000
DTSTAMP:20260819T213129Z
CREATED:20260707T195001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T213129Z
UID:10002492-1789659000-1789666200@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:Northern VA 2026 Leadership Institute Kickoff 9/17
DESCRIPTION:LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE PROGRAM KICKOFF\nThursday\, September 17\, 2026  |  3:30PM – 5:30PM  |  Northern VA Training Facility\nThe 2026 Leadership Institute kicks off on September 17 with a program overview and the ABCs of ABC. Applications for the Leadership Institute are due Friday\, September 4\, 2026. \nDownload application\n\n\n\nThe Leadership Institute brings together aspiring leaders that have three or more years in the AEC industry. Our program is designed to enhance the potential of our industry’s rising leaders by helping them to develop a greater self-awareness of their unique leadership style. Current industry leaders will facilitate discussions that encourage active participation. \nThe curriculum requires reading assignments\, an emotional intelligence/personality assessment with a professionally facilitated workshop\, social outings and a community service project. \nEligibility \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNominee must have worked in the Architecture\, Engineering & Construction (AEC) industry for a minimum of three (3) years\nNominee must be employed by a member in good standing of the ABC Virginia Chapter\nNominee must be able and willing to attend at least nine out of ten sessions to graduate\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSessions (beginning September 17) \n\nProgram Kickoff & the ABCs of ABC (Instructor: Patrick Dean\, ABC-VA  |  September 17)\nBehavior Profile Workshop & Emotional Intelligence (Instructor: Karen Cotton\, CPSM\, Timmons Group  |  October 8)\nThe Purpose Driven Life (Instructor: Spencer Teel\, TEEL Construction  | October 22)\nSituational Leadership (Instructor: Andrew George & Brian Fish\, Hensel Phelps  | November 12)\nWhat Makes a Leader? (Instructor: Patrick Dean\, ABC-VA  |  December 3)\nIdentifying Ideal Team Players (Instructor: Steve Skinner\, WCS Construction  |  December 17)\nStephen Covey’s Speed of Trust (Instructor: Mike Bellaman\, ABC National  |  January 14)\nEffective Communication (Instructor: Zeena Fangman\, HITT Contracting  |  February 18)\nCorporate Culture and Ethics (Instructor: Steve Daves\, Dimensional Consulting Co.  |  March 18)\nCareer Development (Instructor: Mark Bailey\, TMG Construction  |  April 15)\nEnd of Year Celebration (April 29)\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nLOCATION\nABC-VA Northern Virginia Headquarters\n42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\, VA 20166 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCOST\n$625 per Participant\nPlease note: registration is not available online. Please submit your application with all required documents to Ashley Richey. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCOURSE CONTACT\nAshley Richey
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/li-kickoff-sep17/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, 42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\,\, VA\, 20166\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northern Virginia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Shaye Currie":MAILTO:shaye@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T200000
DTSTAMP:20260827T183007Z
CREATED:20260813T144043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T183007Z
UID:10002513-1789666200-1789675200@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:Back to Business Fall Mixer 9/17 HR
DESCRIPTION:BACK TO BUSINESS FALL NETWORKING MIXER\nThursday\, September 17\, 2026  |  5:30PM – 8:00PM\nJoin ABC-VA for a Membership Mixer at New Realm Brewing Co.! Enjoy an evening of craft beer\, delicious food\, and friendly competition outside. \nWhether you’re looking to meet new members\, reconnect with familiar faces\, or expand your professional network\, this is the perfect opportunity to mix\, mingle\, and make connections. And\, of course\, a little cornhole to keep things fun! We can’t wait to see you there! \nPROSPECTIVE MEMBER PRE-MIXER! Considering ABC-VA membership? Head over early for a pre-mixer to learn more about membership benefits\, meet current Board and committee members\, and ask us anything you want to know before joining our chapter. Email Maddy Goulden to attend the pre-mixer (4:00 – 5:00PM). \nSPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Commitments needed by September 14 COB\nEvent Sponsor $500 – includes two (2) registrations\, large signage at event\, logo/name on marketing materials\nBar Sponsor $300 – includes one (1) registration\, sign at the bar during event\, logo/name on marketing materials\nSelect during registration or contact Maddy Goulden (757-855-8220) to register as a sponsor! \nSPONSORS – THANK YOU!                \n       \nLOCATION\nNew Realm Brewing Co.\n1209 Craft Lane\, Virginia Beach\, VA 23454 \nCOST\nMember – $65\nNon-Member – $100\nIncludes heavy appetizers and two (2) drink tickets \nCANCELLATION/SUBSTITUTION POLICY\nPlease note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance. Substitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. \nQuestions?\nContact Maddy Goulden
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/fallmix26/
LOCATION:New Realm Brewing Co.\, 1209 Craft Lane\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, 23454\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hampton Roads
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ORGANIZER;CN="Maddy Goulden":MAILTO:maddy@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260918T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260918T120000
DTSTAMP:20260217T221429Z
CREATED:20260116T195736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T221429Z
UID:10002337-1789718400-1789732800@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:CPR\, AED & First Aid Certification 9/18 CV
DESCRIPTION:CPR\, AED & FIRST AID CERTIFICATION\nFriday\, September 18\, 2026  |  8:00AM – 12:00PM \nABC Virginia certifies hundreds of individuals each year in First-Aid and CPR/AED using the Health Safety Institute’s (HSI) 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. \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Central VA Training Facility\n1600 E Parham Road\, Richmond\, VA 23228 \nCOST\nMember: $98\nNon-Member: $125\nIncludes training materials\, lunch\, and snacks. \nSUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Cancellations must be made within 48 hours. \nCLASS CONTACT\nSherrie Dickerson
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/cpr-aed-first-aid-certification-9-17-cv/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\, ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\, 1600 E Parham Road\, Richmond\, VA\, 23228\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia
ORGANIZER;CN="Sherrie Dickerson":MAILTO:sherrie@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260921T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260921T190000
DTSTAMP:20260806T201753Z
CREATED:20260720T182748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T201753Z
UID:10002496-1789988400-1790017200@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:Central VA Fall Golf Tournament 9/21
DESCRIPTION:CENTRAL VIRGINIA FALL GOLF TOURNAMENT\n**SOLD OUT! Please email Kristen Altermatt to be put on waitlist.**\nMonday\, September 21\, 2026  |  11:00AM – 7:00PM\nTee up for an incredible day of golf at Hermitage Country Club! \nThe countdown is on for our Fall Golf Tournament\, and we’re heading back to the beautiful Hermitage Country Club for a day packed with great golf\, great connections\, and some friendly competition! Whether you’re chasing birdies\, networking on the course\, or just enjoying a day outdoors with colleagues\, this is one construction industry event you won’t want to miss! \nLooking to showcase your company? Sponsorship opportunities are available\, giving your brand high visibility exposure to more than 200 construction industry professionals. Don’t miss your chance to be seen where business and golf come together! \nRegistration deadline is September 14\, but we always sell out\, so register early! \nSPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES\nHole: $300 (limited availability)\nPutting Contest: $300\nLongest Drive: $300\nClosest-to-the-Pin: $300\nHole w/ (BYO) Tent: $400 (two company representatives may greet golfers at the hole)\nDriving Range: $600\nBeverage Carts: $700\nGolf Carts: $800\nScore Sheet: $950 **EXCLUSIVE**\nRaffle Prize: $950\nBar: $950\nLunch: $1\,250\nAfternoon Reception: $1\,250\nGolf Balls: $1\,500 SOLD OUT!!\nSelect during registration or email Kristen Altermatt to register as a sponsor! \nSPONSORS – THANK YOU!       \n                                                                               \nSCHEDULE\n11:00AM Registration\, Lunch\n12:30PM Shotgun start\n5:00PM Networking reception with dinner\, awards and door prize giveaways \nLOCATION\nHermitage Country Club\n1248 Hermitage Road\, Manakin-Sabot\, VA 23103 \nCOST  **SOLD OUT**\nMembers Only event: $1\,435 per foursome (no individual registrations)\nIncludes golf fees\, boxed lunch\, refreshments\, golf gift\, raffle ticket\, post-golf networking reception \nSUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Cancellations must be made by 5PM on September 14\, 2026. \nQuestions?\nContact Kristen Altermatt
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/cvfallgolf26/
LOCATION:Hermitage Country Club\, 1248 Hermitage Road\, Manakin-Sabot\, VA\, 23103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kristen Altermatt":MAILTO:kristen@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T120000
DTSTAMP:20260805T135854Z
CREATED:20260805T135853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T135854Z
UID:10002501-1790064000-1790078400@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:Construction 101: Foundations for a Career in the Modern Built Environment 9/22 NV
DESCRIPTION:CONSTRUCTION 101: FOUNDATIONS FOR A CAREER IN THE MODERN BUILT ENVIRONMENT\nTuesday\, September 22\, 2026  |  8:00AM – 12:00PM\nLearn to Speak Construction. Whether you’re new to the industry or work in a non-technical role\, Construction 101 is designed to help you build a strong foundation. In just four hours\, you’ll gain a better understanding of the construction process\, industry terminology\, project delivery methods\, key stakeholders\, and the essential components of a building\, so you can confidently navigate and excel in the industry. \nTopics include: \n\nTypes of construction companies and organizational structures\nContract documents\nEstimating fundamentals\nProject timelines and delivery methods\nConstruction systems\nBasic safety\nConstruction financials\nLegal documents\n\nLOCATION\nABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\n42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\, VA 20166 \nCOST\nMembers: $95\nNon-Member: $125\nLunch provided \nSUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. A reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance. \nQUESTIONS?\nAshley Richey
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/construction-101-sep-22/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, 42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\,\, VA\, 20166\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northern Virginia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Shaye Currie":MAILTO:shaye@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T153000
DTSTAMP:20260527T172231Z
CREATED:20260527T170747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T172231Z
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SUMMARY:Beginner Excel for Construction Professionals 9/22 HR
DESCRIPTION:BEGINNER EXCEL FOR CONSTRUCTION PROFESSIONALS\nTuesday\, September 22\, 2026 |  1:30PM – 3:30PM\nMaximize the power of an Excel spreadsheet to assist you with every day construction tasks like workforce scheduling\, estimating\, and data analysis. We’ll be demonstrating: \n– Basic functions (addition\, subtraction\, multiplication\, and division)\n– Conditional functions (IF\, AND\, OR\, NOT)\n– Lookup and calculate functions using tables of data\n– Spreadsheet collaboration – sharing files with multiple users\n– Protecting formulas from inadvertent changes or edits – defining\, locking\, and unlocking cells\n– Linking spreadsheets together to combine data from multiple sources\n– How to create basic charts and graphs \nThis is a hands-on learning class – bring your laptop (with a copy of Excel pre-loaded)\, a mouse\, and a power cord to class. \nINSTRUCTOR – Eric Rash\, Submittal Manager\, Heartland Construction\, Inc.\nAs Submittal Manager\, Eric is responsible for overseeing the submission and approval process of technical documents\, including shop drawings\, product data\, and samples for construction projects. This role involves ensuring all submittals comply with project specifications and contract requirements\, coordinating with architects\, engineers\, contractors\, and suppliers to facilitate effective communication and timely approvals. \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\n530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, VA 23320 \nCOST\nMembers — $67\nNon-members — $97\nLunch provided \nCANCELLATION POLICY\nPlease note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance. Substitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) are no longer available. \nCOURSE CONTACT\nContact Meredith Strahan
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/beginner-excel-for-construction-professionals-9-22-hr/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\, Chesapeake\, 530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hampton Roads
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ORGANIZER;CN="Meredith Strahan":MAILTO:meredith@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T123000
DTSTAMP:20260618T202239Z
CREATED:20260618T201527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T202239Z
UID:10002478-1790161200-1790166600@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:Employment Law for Construction Leaders: What Every Manager\, Supervisor and HR Professional Needs to Know [Virtual Series - Session 5]
DESCRIPTION:EMPLOYMENT LAW FOR CONSTRUCTION LEADERS: WHAT EVERY MANAGER\, SUPERVISOR AND HR PROFESSIONAL NEEDS TO KNOW\nSESSION FIVE — WAGE AND HOUR LAWS\nWednesday\, September 23\, 2026 |  11:00AM – 12:30PM  |  Virtual\nFederal and state laws provide employees with important workplace rights and protections\, making it essential for managers to understand\, uphold\, and champion those rights every day. \nThis comprehensive course offers a clear and practical overview of the legal principles that guide managers in supporting employees while maintaining compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements. Brought to you by Woods Rogers\, one of the largest\, dedicated employment practices in Virginia\, this course will incorporate real-world scenarios and cases that apply directly to the construction industry.  Intended for human resource professionals\, managers\, supervisors\, and team leads\, this course emphasizes real-world application rather than legal theory. \nSession 1 (7/28): HARASSMENT\, DISCRIMINATION AND RETALIATION\n• The basis of state and federal anti-discrimination and anti-harassment laws\n• Addresses harassment beyond sexual harassment\, including harassment or discrimination on the basis of disability\, race\, national origin\, etc.\n• Covers a supervisor’s legal obligation to engage in prompt and effective remedial action to address offensive conduct in the workplace\n• Why a supervisor’s actions can create liability for the company\nClick here to register for Session One only (if date has not passed) \nSession 2 (8/13): ACCOMMODATIONS AND MEDICAL LEAVE\n• Navigating employees with disabilities\, pregnancies\, and serious health conditions\n• Process for accommodations (the interactive process)\n• FMLA and appropriate documentation/certifications\n• Navigating intermittent FMLA\n• Disciplining employees with medical leave and accommodations\nClick here to register for Session Two only (if date has not passed) \nSession 3 (8/26): DOCUMENTATION AND PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT TO DEFEND EMPLOYMENT LAWSUITS\n• How an employment lawsuit works\n• What is legally sufficient documentation for performance related issues to defend lawsuits\n• What to document\, when\, and how\n• How to do PIPs and reviews accurately\n• Why following company policies and applying them fairly matters\nClick here to register for Session Three only (if date has not passed) \nSession 4 (9/17): WORKPLACE VIOLENCE\, SAFETY\, NEGLIGENCE\n• Dos and Don’ts of safety\n• OSHA’s general duty clause for employers to respond to recognized workplace hazards in the form of workplace violence\n• Negligent retention\, hiring\, and premises liability\n• A supervisor’s legal obligation to address employee threatening and/or violent behavior\n• A supervisor’s legal obligation to address third party threats of violence\, including handling employees with protective orders against third parties\n• Red flags for violence\nClick here to register for Session Four only (if date has not passed) \nSession 5 (9/23): WAGE AND HOUR LAWS\n• The basics of the state and federal laws covering overtime\, minimum wage\, and child labor\n• Working off-the-clock\n• Breaks time laws\n• Employees’ rights to complain about wages\n• Class actions and wage lawsuits \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND?\n• Human resource professionals\n• Managers\, supervisors\, and team leaders\n• Business owners\n• General managers and operations professionals\n• Anyone looking to enhance their knowledge of employment law \nEquip your team with the knowledge to reduce risk and create a culture of compliance – register today! \nSPEAKERS\nLeah Stiegler\, Principal\, Woods Rogers — Leah can walk employers through any workplace situation. From complex personnel matters\, to implementing client-specific performance management practices\, Leah advises employers to navigate these issues to keep them out of court. Her counseling covers the entire employment spectrum: recruitment\, onboarding\, workplace culture\, pay equity audits\, RIFs\, terminations and severance packages. View Leah’s full biography and professional credentials here \nFred Schutt\, Principal\, Woods Rogers — Focused on helping employers avoid costly litigation and regulatory violation\, Fred routinely defends employers before federal and state agencies\, including the EEOC\, DOL\, and OSHA. Fred also has extensive experience defending employers in state and federal court in a variety of employment related cases alleging violation of the ADA\, ADEA\, Title VII\, Title IX\, Equal Pay Act\, FMLA\, and the FLSA\, breach of contract\, and violation of restrictive covenants. View Fred’s full biography and professional credentials here \nLOCATION\nVirtual\nLink to be sent to attendees within 12 hours of webinar \nCOST \nMembers — Individual (per session) — $95\nNon-Members — Individual (per session) — $145 \nTo register for sessions individually\, please visit each event page to register using the links above.\nQuestions?\nContact Kristen Altermatt
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/employment-series-5/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia,Hampton Roads,Northern Virginia,Statewide
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kristen Altermatt":MAILTO:kristen@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T130000
DTSTAMP:20260827T174055Z
CREATED:20260827T163958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T174055Z
UID:10002533-1790163000-1790168400@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:More Than a Name Badge: PAC 101 for Young Professionals 9/23 HR
DESCRIPTION:MORE THAN A NAME BADGE: PAC 101 FOR YOUNG PROFESSIONALS\nWednesday\, September 23\, 2026  |  11:30AM – 1:00PM\nEver come to an ABC mixer and notice members sporting sparkly\, colorful name badges? Ever wonder what those are about? We’re pulling back the curtain at this PAC Lunch & Learn hosted by the Hampton Roads Young Professionals Council. \nGet a quick\, approachable overview of how ABC advocates for the construction industry through legislative and political engagement—including ABC’s federal priorities\, what ABC PAC does\, and why member participation matters. \nCome feed your curiosity… and your stomach (and maybe walk away with a sparkly badge of your own)! \nPlease note: Young Professionals events are for ABC-VA members age 40 and under\, offering a space to connect with industry peers. \nSPEAKER\nVance Walter\, Senior Director of Legislative and Political Affairs\, ABC National — Vance Walter helps lead the federal affairs team at ABC in a legislative and political capacity\, serving as the ABC National staff liaison for both ABC PAC and the ABC Legislative Committee. Vance also helps direct the political operations for ABC National and is dedicated to maintaining and growing a merit shop-friendly majority in Congress. Since joining ABC\, ABC PAC has more than doubled its annual fundraising\, growing to more than $1.5 million per year. \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\n530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, VA 23320 \nCOST (Members Only)\nYoung Professionals: $20\nInterested in joining ABC-VA? Email Rob Camlin \nQuestions?\nContact Maddy Goulden
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/pacitup2026/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\, Chesapeake\, 530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hampton Roads
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ORGANIZER;CN="Maddy Goulden":MAILTO:maddy@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T163000
DTSTAMP:20260701T155619Z
CREATED:20260701T152832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T155619Z
UID:10002486-1790177400-1790181000@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:Building Efficiency: How Microsoft Copilot Streamlines Construction Workflows 9/23 [Virtual]
DESCRIPTION:BUILDING EFFICIENCY: HOW MICROSOFT COPILOT STREAMLINES CONSTRUCTION WORKFLOWS\nWednesday\, September 23\, 2026  |  3:30PM – 4:30PM\nMicrosoft Copilot is an AI-powered tool integrated into Microsoft 365 applications like Word\, Excel\, PowerPoint\, and more. It uses advanced language models to assist users with tasks such as drafting text\, creating presentations\, analyzing data\, and managing workflows. \nWhat You’ll Learn:\n1. Integration Across Microsoft 365: Copilot is embedded within popular Microsoft applications\, allowing users to leverage AI without leaving their familiar environments. This includes apps like Word\, Excel\, PowerPoint\, Outlook\, Teams\, and others.\n2. Productivity Enhancement: In Word\, Copilot can help draft documents\, generate summaries\, and suggest edits. In Excel\, it assists with data analysis\, generating insights\, and automating repetitive tasks. In PowerPoint\, it aids in creating presentations by generating slides\, formatting content\, and suggesting design improvements.\n3. Natural Language Processing: Copilot allows users to interact with Microsoft applications using natural language. Users can type or speak commands\, and Copilot will execute them\, such as generating a chart in Excel or summarizing an email thread in Outlook.\n4. Customization and Learning: Copilot learns from user interactions\, becoming more tailored to individual preferences over time. It can adapt to specific tasks and provide personalized suggestions based on user behavior and the content of documents or emails.\n5. Collaboration Features: In Teams\, Copilot can help manage meetings\, generate meeting summaries\, and suggest follow-up actions\, making collaboration more efficient.\n6. Security and Compliance: Microsoft emphasizes that Copilot adheres to the same security\, compliance\, and privacy commitments as the rest of Microsoft 365\, ensuring that data is handled securely.\n7. Business Applications: Copilot is also integrated into Microsoft’s business applications like Dynamics 365\, where it can assist with customer relationship management (CRM)\, enterprise resource planning (ERP)\, and other business processes. \nOverall\, Microsoft Copilot is designed to enhance productivity by automating tasks\, providing intelligent insights\, and enabling more natural interactions with Microsoft’s suite of tools. \nSPEAKERS\nElliott Eliason\, Principal Microsoft Solutions Consultant\, Pax8\nBenny Sayasithsena\, Vice President of Sales and Marketing\, M3 Technology Consultants\, Inc.\n \nCOST\nMembers/Non-Members – $35 \nVIRTUAL PROGRAM\nAttendees will receive a meeting link within 12 hours of program start. Online registration closes 5PM on September 22\, 2026. \nSUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual can no longer attend. Please note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance. \nQuestions?\nContact Meredith Strahan
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/copilot-for-construction/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia,Hampton Roads,Northern Virginia,Statewide
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ORGANIZER;CN="Maddy Goulden":MAILTO:maddy@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T160000
DTSTAMP:20260625T171407Z
CREATED:20260625T143935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T171407Z
UID:10002481-1790233200-1790265600@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:OSHA 10 Hour for Construction 9/24 HR
DESCRIPTION:OSHA 10 HOUR COURSE FOR CONSTRUCTION\nSeptember 24 & 25\, 2026  |  See schedule below\nSafety training is a necessity in this industry and knowing OSHA regulations ensures jobsite safety and prevents mishaps and OSHA fines. The OSHA 10-Hour Course combines important textual information with relevant\, real-life examples from the field and video presentations. Enroll and learn OSHA regulations and receive your OSHA 10-Hour completion card. All training materials provided by ABC-VA. \nSCHEDULE\n2-Session Course:\nThursday\, September 24 / 7:00AM – 4:00PM (includes training materials\, continental breakfast and lunch)\nFriday\, September 25 / 7:00AM -12:00PM (includes training materials\, continental breakfast)\nCoffee/water and light snacks provided throughout the day \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\n530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, VA 23320 \nCOST\nMember – $190\nNon-Member – $310\nAll training materials provided \nCANCELLATION POLICY\nPlease note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance. \nQuestions?\nContact Meredith Strahan
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/osha-10-hour-for-construction-9-24-hr/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\, Chesapeake\, 530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hampton Roads
ORGANIZER;CN="Maddy Goulden":MAILTO:maddy@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T210000
DTSTAMP:20260827T155941Z
CREATED:20260224T144800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T155941Z
UID:10002387-1790272800-1790283600@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:Excellence in Construction Awards Ceremony 9/24 NV
DESCRIPTION:2026 EXCELLENCE IN CONSTRUCTION (EIC) AWARDS CEREMONY\n(ABC-VA NORTHERN VA & ABC METRO WASHINGTON)\nThursday\, September 24\, 2026  |  6:00PM – 9:00PM \nRegister through ABC Metro Washington here\nThe Excellence in Construction (EIC) Awards recognize and celebrate outstanding projects built by Washington-area ABC members annually. The awards competition serves to raise the level of construction standards throughout the industry by recognizing the workmanship of those who contribute and by showcasing the results of their dedication. \nABC-VA (Northern VA) and ABC Metro Washington are proud to host the Excellence in Construction Awards to honor the exceptional work created in the metropolitan Washington area each year. Come and celebrate the winning projects and teams! \nSponsorship Opportunities – Download sponsorship flyer \n\n\n\nPLATINUM SPONSOR $5\,600\n• Ten complimentary registrations\n• Corporate logo in video presentation\n• 1/2 page color ad in banquet program\n• Recognition in Building Washington Magazine\n• Individual acknowledgment at banquet\n• Signage displayed at banquet\nGOLD SPONSOR $4\,100\n• Four complimentary registrations\n• Corporate logo in video presentation\n• 1/4 page color ad in banquet program\n• Recognition in Building Washington Magazine\n• Individual acknowledgment at banquet\n• Signage displayed at banquet\nGOLD+ SPONSOR $4\,600 [EXCLUSIVE]\n• Four complimentary registrations\n• Corporate logo in video presentation\n• Full page color ad in banquet program\n• Recognition in Building Washington Magazine\n• Individual acknowledgment at banquet\n• Signage displayed at banquet\n\n\nCOCKTAIL RECEPTION $3\,600\n• Corporate logo printed on cocktail napkins\n• Signage displayed at each bar\n• Recognition in the program\n\nDINNER WINE $3\,600\n• Corporate logo printed on wine tag for\neach bottle of wine placed on tables\nduring dinner\n• Recognition in the program\nDESSERT $3\,600\n• Corporate logo printed on edible\nchocolate placed on desserts\n• Recognition in the program\n\n\nAWARDS $2\,500\n• Corporate logo on signage\n• Recognition in the program\nPROGRAMS $2\,500\n• Corporate logo printed on Awards program\n• Signage placed at registration area\n• Recognition in the program\n\nDOOR PRIZE $1\,500\n• Sponsor items raffled off during event\nprogram\n• Corporate logo printed on signage\nplaced near the stage\n• Recognition in the program\n\n\n\nEmail Maureen Nanna to register as a sponsor! \nLOCATION\nThe Ritz Carlton\, Tysons\n1700 Tysons Boulevard\, McLean\, VA 22102 \nCOST\nABC-VA Member — $299\nTable of 10 — $2990 \nQuestions?\nContact Maureen Nanna
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/eic26-nv/
LOCATION:The Ritz-Carlton\, Tysons\, 1700 Tysons Blvd\, McLean\, 22102
CATEGORIES:Northern Virginia
ORGANIZER;CN="Maureen Nanna":MAILTO:maureen@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T145324Z
CREATED:20260422T145324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T145324Z
UID:10002445-1790582400-1790611200@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:OSHA 500 Trainer Course in OSHA Standards for the Construction Industry 9/28 HR
DESCRIPTION:OSHA 500 TRAINER COURSE IN OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH STANDARDS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY\nREGISTER HERE\nOffered by Mid Atlantic OTI Education Center\, this course will be held at ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\, Host Training Organization\nSeptember 28 – October 1\, 2026  |  8:00AM – 4:00PM\nThis course is designed for individuals interested in teaching the 10- and 30-hour construction safety and health Outreach Training Program to their employees and other interested groups. Using OSHA Construction Standards as a guide\, special emphasis is placed on those topics required in the 10- and 30-hour programs as well as those which are most hazardous. Students are briefed on effective instructional approaches and use of visual aids and handouts. This course allows the student to become a trainer in the OSHA Outreach Training Program\, to conduct both 10- and 30-hour Construction Outreach classes\, and to issue cards to participants after verifying course completion. Students who wish to participate as authorized Outreach trainers in the OSHA Outreach Training Program must prepare a presentation on an assigned OSHA Construction Outreach Training Program topic individually or as part of a group and successfully pass a written exam at the end of the course. \n\nTopics include: \n\nSafety and Health Programs\nFall Protection\nStairways/Ladders\nScaffolds\nFire Protection\nMotor Vehicles\nWelding & Cutting\nHealth Hazards\nPPE\nElectrical Standards\nHand and Power Tools\nConcrete and Masonry\nCranes\, Derricks\, Hoists\nMaterial Handling\nExcavation\nConfined Spaces\nGeneral Safety and Health Provisions\nDemolition\nSteel Erection\nOutreach Training Program Requirements\nTraining Techniques\n\nStudent Contact Hours: 26 \nPrerequisites: Students must successfully complete the OSHA #510 Occupational Safety and Health Standards for Construction and have five (5) years of safety and health work experience in the construction industry. A degree in occupational safety and health\, a Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or a Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) designation may be substituted for two (2) years of work related experience. Students should obtain guidance on whether they meet this requirement from the OSHA Training Institute Education Center where they intend to receive the training. Authorized OSHA Outreach Training Program trainers are required to attend OSHA #502 Update for Construction Industry Outreach Trainers at least once every four (4) years to maintain their trainer status. \nIndustry OSHA Standards courses (#510\, #511\, and #5410) must be completed not later than seven (7) years prior to completing the relevant Industry Trainer course (#500\, #501\, and #5400). \nThe Prerequisite Verification Form is required to complete the registration process. Click this link Prerequisite Verification Form print and send the documentation to our office via email to info@oshamidatlantic.org or fax 410-281-1350. \nCourse Includes: Student binder\, OSHA CFR 1926\, USB which includes: \n\nPowerPoint Presentation\nVideo clips\nTest Questions\nAdditional resource information\n\n\nLOCATION \nABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\n530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, VA 23320 \nCOST\n$845 \nSCHEDULE\nPlease visit CRSC registration link above
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/osha-500-trainer-course-in-osha-standards-for-the-construction-industry-9-28-hr/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\, Chesapeake\, 530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hampton Roads
ORGANIZER;CN="Meredith Strahan":MAILTO:meredith@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T183000
DTSTAMP:20260813T151148Z
CREATED:20260416T194434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T151148Z
UID:10002440-1790593200-1790620200@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:Northern VA Fall Golf Tournament 9/28 NV
DESCRIPTION:NORTHERN VIRGINIA FALL GOLF TOURNAMENT\n**SOLD OUT! Sponsorship opportunities remain open.**\nMonday\, September 28\, 2026  |  11:00AM – 6:30PM\nJoin ABC-VA members at the beautiful Belle Haven Country Club for our annual Fall Golf tournament. Establish and build relationships with members new and old while enjoying a great day on the golf course! \nSPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Commitments needed by COB September 16\nHole: $400 – includes signage and recognition in event program and promotion materials SOLD OUT!!\nDriving Range: $500 – includes signage and recognition in event program and promotion materials SOLD OUT!!\nClosest-to-the-Pin: $500 – includes signage and recognition in event program and promotion materials\nBeverage Stations: $800 – includes signage\, recognition in event program and promotion materials SOLD OUT!!\nLunch: $1\,000 – includes signage and recognition in event program and promotion materials\nReception: $1\,000 – includes signage and recognition in event program and promotion materials SOLD OUT!!\nGolf Carts: $1\,000 – includes signage and recognition in event program and promotion materials SOLD OUT!!\nTee Gifts: $1\,000 – includes signage and recognition in event program and promotion materials\nGolf Balls: $1\,500 – includes logo displayed on golf balls\, signage at event\, recognition in event program and promotion materials SOLD OUT!!\nSelect during registration or email Maureen Nanna to register as a sponsor! \nSPONSORS – THANK YOU!                  \n           \nSCHEDULE\n11:00AM Registration and Lunch\n12:00PM Tee Time/Shotgun Start\nDinner and reception follow game play \nLOCATION\nBelle Haven Country Club\n6023 Fort Hunt Road\, Alexandria\, VA 22307 \nCOST (Members Only) **SOLD OUT**\nFoursome — $1\,900\nIncludes green fee\, cart\, tee prize\, door prizes\, raffle ticket for drawing\, lunch\, refreshments on the course and dinner reception \nSUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Cancellations must be made in writing by 5PM on September 18\, 2026\, in order to receive a refund. \nQuestions?\nContact Maureen Nanna
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/nvfallgolf-2026/
LOCATION:Belle Haven Country Club\, 6023 Fort Hunt Rd\, Alexandria\, 22307
CATEGORIES:Northern Virginia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Maureen Nanna":MAILTO:maureen@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T150000
DTSTAMP:20260602T132140Z
CREATED:20260602T132139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T132140Z
UID:10002469-1790668800-1790694000@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:How to Collaborate in the Pull Planning Process 9/29 NV
DESCRIPTION:How to Collaborate in the Pull Planning Process\nTuesday\, September 29\, 2026  |  8:00AM – 3:00PM\n \n“Awesome class\, outstanding all around. Best I’ve been to at ABC-VA to date!” -Colin Miller\, General Superintendent\, TEEL Construction \nLearn how to use the Collaborative Pull Planning Process that has proven to yield better and more reliable schedules. No computers are used in this very “hands-on” workshop. Participants learning it by doing it. \nThis valuable planning and managing technique is used around the world\, and it is rapidly being adopted in all types of projects from very large to very small. From the overall master planner\, to the foreman in the field – these schedules are more than just wallpaper. The foremen actually help create and follow the plan. \nParticipants will learn how to the integrate the Master Schedule\, the Phase Pull\, the Look Ahead\, Constraints\, and the Weekly work plan. Additionally\, participants will learn to monitor and measure how well the teams follow the plan through PPC tracking – altogether on the wall with sticky notes – no computer required! \nThis workshop is perfect for executives\, project managers\, superintendents and foremen. \nINSTRUCTOR\nTom Patton\, Project Management Services Bureau \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\n42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\, VA 20166 \nCOST\nMembers: $275\nNon-Member: $375\nBreakfast and lunch provided \nSUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. A reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance. \nQUESTIONS?\nJenny Tashjian
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/pullplan-sep29/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, 42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\,\, VA\, 20166\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northern Virginia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Shaye Currie":MAILTO:shaye@abcva.org
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