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SUMMARY:Construction Quality Management 7/8 CV
DESCRIPTION:CONSTRUCTION QUALITY MANAGEMENT (CQM)\nWednesday\, July 8\, 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 Friday\, July 3\, 2026. \nCONTACT Kristen Altermatt
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/construction-quality-management-7-8-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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SUMMARY:Young Professionals: Bring Your Boss to Network 7/14 CV
DESCRIPTION:YOUNG PROFESSIONALS: BRING YOUR BOSS TO NETWORK\nTuesday\, July 14\, 2026  |  4:00PM – 6:00PM (subject to change)\n \nSAVE THE DATE!\nPlease note: this event is for Young Professionals (40 & under) \nLOCATION\nTBA \nSUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATIONS\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Please note: a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made within 48 hours of event start. \nQUESTIONS?\nLoren Muster
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/bringyourboss/
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia
ORGANIZER;CN="Loren Muster":MAILTO:loren@abcva.org
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SUMMARY:CPR\, AED & First Aid Certification 7/17 CV
DESCRIPTION:CPR\, AED & FIRST AID CERTIFICATION\nFriday\, July 17\, 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-7-23-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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SUMMARY:MED Gas Installer Training and Certification 7/28 CV
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT THIS COURSE\nBegins Tuesday\, July 28\, 2026\nThis 32-hour course is designed to take the seasoned plumber/fitter and teach them the information necessary to install medical gas and vacuum pipeline systems in human health care occupancies\, including hospitals\, office-based occupancies\, nursing homes\, and outpatient care facilities. Topics include all facets of equipment\, such as air compressors\, vacuum pumps\, valving and hangers\, and testing as well as a section on the special brazing requirements for medical gas and vacuum tubing. \nPractical training is included\, including student coupons that are sent to outside laboratories for independent examinations. Topics also include the requirements of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). NFPA 99 is the textbook. \nThis course is mandatory in over forty states prior to working on any medical gas or vacuum system. The student shall be at the journeyman level or active in an apprentice program for at least four years. \nAt the completion of the course\, there is a standardized written examination as well as a brazing practical in which students will be required to braze vertical and horizontal full-penetration joints on 1-1/2″ tubing. The brazing coupons will be tested by C.W.I. at an independent laboratory. This course follows the requirements of the American Society of Sanitary Engineering ASSE 6010 professional qualification standard for medical gas system installers. \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND?\nThis class is intended for plumbers\, med gas workers\, hospital and healthcare facilities personnel \nSCHEDULE (4-day class)\nJuly 28 – 31\, 2026\n9:00AM – 12:00PM\nOnline registration will close Tuesday\, July 21\, at 1:00PM\nPlease note: lunch is included \nINSTRUCTOR\nJeffery McBride has over 35 years of experience in the medical industry. He received certification as an ASSE 6020 Medical Gas Inspector and ASSE 6030 Medical Gas Verifier in 1996—six years before it was required by code. Since then\, he has earned additional certifications including ASSE 6010 Medical Gas Installer\, ASSE 6035 Bulk Gas Verifier\, ASSE 6040 Medical Gas Maintenance\, and ASSE 6050 Medical Gas Instructor. Jeffery is a voting member of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 99 PIP Technical Committee and the CGA-M1 Standard for Medical Gas Development Task Force\, as well as a voting member of the ASSE 6000 Technical Committee. He is also a member of the Medical Gas Professional Healthcare Organization (MGPHO) and holds the designation of CMGV #85\, Credentialed Medical Gas Verifier. \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\n1600 E Parham Road\, Richmond\, VA 23228 \nCOST\nMember – $1\,450\nNon-Member – $1\,875\nIncludes class and lunch every day \nCANCELLATION/SUBSTITUTION POLICY\nPlease note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made in writing within 72 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/med-gas-installer-training-and-certification-7-28-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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