OSHA 3115 - FALL PROTECTION REGISTER HERE Offered by Mid Atlantic OTI Education Center, this course will be held at ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility, Host Training Organization November 30 - December 2, 2026 | 8:00AM - 4:00PM This 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. OSHA 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. Please note, you must […]
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OSHA 510 – OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH STANDARDS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY REGISTER HERE Offered by Mid Atlantic OTI Education Center, this course will be held at ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility, Host Training Organization November 30 - December 3, 2026 | 8:00AM - 4:00PM This course covers OSHA Standards, policies, and procedures in the construction industry. Topics include scope and application of the OSHA Construction Standards, construction safety and health principles, and special emphasis on those areas in construction which are most hazardous. Upon course completion students will have the ability to define construction terms found in the OSHA Construction Standards, identify hazards which occur in the construction industry, locate and determine appropriate OSHA Construction Standards, policies, and procedures, and describe the use of the OSHA Construction Standards and regulations to supplement an ongoing safety and health program. Prerequisites: None Course Includes: Student binder, OSHA CFR 1926 Construction Regulations Book, Lunch and Refreshments for in person classes LOCATION ABC-VA Central VA Training Facility 1600 E Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23228 COST $845 SCHEDULE Please visit CRSC registration link above |
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ABOUT THIS COURSE Safety 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. Training materials provided. SCHEDULE 2-Session Course: Tuesday, December 1, 2026, 7:00AM - 3:00PM (Breakfast, pre-packaged snacks, coffee/water and boxed lunch provided) Tuesday, December 8, 2026, 7:00AM - 9:30AM (Pre-packaged snacks and coffee/water provided) LOCATION ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility 42680 Trade West Drive, Dulles, VA 20166 COST Member - $210 Non-Member - $315 CANCELLATION POLICY Please note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance. Questions? Contact Shaye Currie
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ABOUT THIS COURSE Would you like to learn how OSHA regulations affect your jobsite? Enroll in our OSHA 30-Hour course and prepare yourself for the OSHA inspection you are not expecting. Safety training is a necessity in this industry and knowing OSHA regulations ensures jobsite safety and prevents mishaps and OSHA fines. The OSHA 30 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 30-Hour completion card. Training materials provided. SCHEDULE 4-Session Course: December 1, 8, 15 & 22, 2026 (Tuesdays) 7:00AM - 3:00PM (Pre-packaged snacks, coffee/water and boxed lunch provided) LOCATION ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility 42680 Trade West Drive, Dulles, VA 20166 COST Member - $495 Non-Member - $695 CANCELLATION POLICY Please note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance. Questions? Contact Shaye Currie
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YOUNG PROFESSIONALS: HOLIDAYS AT OZZIE'S Wednesday, December 2, 2026 | 4:00PM - 6:00PM Join us for our final YP meetup of the year! We’re raising a glass to everything we accomplished in 2026, dropping a first look at our 2027 event lineup, and looking for fresh energy to join the Young Professionals Committee. Whether you’re looking to expand your network, shape our programming for next year, or just grab a drink with great people before the holiday madness kicks in, we’d love to see you there. This event is for Young Professionals 40 & under. SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Event $150 - includes one (1) ticket, signage at event, logo/name on marketing materials Select during registration or email Jess Gillette, CPSM to sponsor! LOCATION Ozzie's Good Eats 11880 Grand Commons Ave, Fairfax, VA 22030 COST (Members Only) ABC-VA Young Professionals — $50 Walk-ins welcome — $60 Includes appetizers and two (2) drink tickets SUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATIONS POLICY Substitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Cancellations must be made within 48 hours of event. Questions? Contact Jess Gillette, CPSM
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HOLIDAY HIDEAWAY AT THE HIPPODROME: A PROPER FAREWELL TO 2026 Thursday, December 3, 2026 | 6:00PM - 8:00PM Your invitation to something extraordinary is waiting…Cocktails, celebration, and a proper farewell to the year! Tucked away in the Hippodrome Mansion is an elegant speakeasy where we'll gather for a night of toasting to good cheer, giving back to the community, and a few surprises. Consider this your insider tip: you'll want to be on the list! In the spirit of the season, we’ll also be collecting new children's athletic shoes, sizes 11-6, and children's sizes of new underwear and socks for Mercy Mall of Virginia to support their mission to serve individuals and families experiencing crisis by providing essential items, practical support, and compassionate care. Dress Code: Business, Cocktail, or Festive Attire PLEASE NOTE: Registration will close at 12:00PM on Wednesday, December 2, 2026. SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Commitments needed by November 25 COB Event Sponsor $1,450 – three (3) registrations, 2-minute welcome address at event, signage, recognition in event emails Bar Sponsor $950 – two (2) registrations, signage, recognition in event emails Hors D'oeuvres Sponsor $650 – one (1) registration, signage, recognition in event emails Prize Sponsor $350 – signage, recognition in event […]
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NORTHERN VA LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE Session 5 — What Makes A Leader? Thursday, December 3, 2026 | 3:30PM – 5:30PM | Northern VA Training Facility Instructor: Patrick Dean, ABC-VA 2026-2027 Leadership Institute is closed to new applicants. The next session will begin in Fall 2027. Sessions Program Kickoff & the ABCs of ABC (Instructor: Patrick Dean, ABC-VA | September 17) Behavior Profile Workshop & Emotional Intelligence (Instructor: Karen Cotton, CPSM, Timmons Group | October 8) The Purpose Driven Life (Instructor: Spencer Teel, TEEL Construction | October 22) Situational Leadership (Instructor: Andrew George & Brian Fish, Hensel Phelps | November 12) What Makes a Leader? (Instructor: Patrick Dean, ABC-VA | December 3) Identifying Ideal Team Players (Instructor: Steve Skinner, WCS Construction | December 17) Stephen Covey’s Speed of Trust (Instructor: Mike Bellaman, ABC National | January 14) Effective Communication (Instructor: Zeena Fangman, HITT Contracting | February 18) Corporate Culture and Ethics (Instructor: Steve Daves, Dimensional Consulting Co. | March 18) Career Development (Instructor: Mark Bailey, TMG Construction | April 15) End of Year Celebration (April 29) LOCATION ABC-VA Northern Virginia Headquarters 42680 Trade West Drive, Dulles, VA 20166 COURSE CONTACT Ashley Richey |
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FALL PROTECTION TRAINER Friday, December 4, 2026 | 8:00AM – 4:00PM REGISTER HERE Falls 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. Objective: This program provides the elements to develop a good Fall Protection Training Program to include: Determine fall protection training needs Identify goals and objectives Identify materials and information necessary to train employees Develop learning activities (i.e., lecture, on-the-job, hands-on, discussion, or a combination of all of these) Conduct 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. Evaluate the Program Prerequisite: 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. Upon 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 […] |
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CPR, AED & FIRST AID CERTIFICATION Saturday, December 5, 2026 | 8:00AM - 12:00PM ABC Virginia certifies hundreds of individuals each year in First-Aid and CPR/AED using the American Safety and Health Institute’s training content. ABC-VA’s primary goal is to create confidence in its students' abilities to handle emergency situations. Our instructors provide clear explanations of the subject matter in a relaxed environment. Instructors focus on the importance of controlling, with confidence, medical emergencies and providing life support for victims of sudden illness or injury. The certification issued to each participant is valid for two years. LOCATION ABC-VA Northern VA Training Facility 42680 Trade West Drive, Dulles, VA 20166 COST Member: $98 Non-Member: $125 SUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATION POLICY Substitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual can no longer attend. Cancellations must be made with 48 hours. CLASS CONTACT Shaye Currie
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OSHA 502 - UPDATE FOR CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY OUTREACH TRAINERS REGISTER HERE Offered by Mid Atlantic OTI Education Center, this course will be held at ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility, Host Training Organization December 7 - 9, 2026 | 8:00AM - 4:00PM This course is designed for Outreach Training Program trainers who have completed OSHA #500 Trainer Course in Occupational Safety and Health Standards for the Construction Industry and are authorized trainers in the OSHA Outreach Training Program. The course provides an update on OSHA Construction Standards, policies, and regulations. Upon course completion students will have the ability to demonstrate continued professional development in their field by applying effective adult learning principles and interactive training techniques to clearly identify, define, and explain construction industry hazards and acceptable corrective measures as they continue to teach the 10- and 30-hour Construction Outreach Training Program classes. Course Includes: Student binder OSHA CFR 1926 Construction Regulations Book, Lunch and refreshments for in-person classes, Electronic Resources including:PowerPoint Presentation Video clips Test Questions Additional resource information Prerequisite Information: OSHA #500 Trainer Course in OSHA Standards for the Construction Industry authorized Outreach Training Program trainers are required to attend this course once every four years (4) to maintain their […] |
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CONSTRUCTION QUALITY MANAGEMENT (CQM) Tuesday, December 8, 2026 | 7:30AM - 5:00PM Do you want to become more competitive handling government contracts? Do you want to deliver quality, increase repeat business, and maintain your reputation, all while making a profit? If these things are important to you then enroll in Construction Quality Management (CQM) for Contractors, brought to you by ABC-Virginia, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), and the Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC). This required training recognizes that the mutual goal of contractors and the government is a quality end product. This program encourages proactive leadership and emphasizes getting it right the first time. Attendees develop an understanding of how to integrate quality into every aspect of the project from the pre-construction planning to project close-out. Enroll in Construction Quality Management and satisfy the government's requirements. Your certification is issued by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and is valid for five years. SCHEDULE Tuesday, December 8, 2026 7:30AM - 5:00PM Continental breakfast and lunch provided LOCATION ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility 530 Independence Parkway, Suite 500, Chesapeake, VA 23320 *Student parking and entrance is in the back of the building.* COST Member - $295 Non-Member - $395 CANCELLATION POLICY […]
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AI ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION: REAL-WORLD AI SOLUTIONS FOR CONSTRUCTION Tuesday, December 8, 2026 | 8:00AM - 10:00AM AI IN ACTION: Power Automate & Claude Code: Turning Everyday Challenges into Smarter Solutions Discover how AI can simplify workflows, eliminate repetitive tasks, and transform the way we work. Join us for an engaging, real-world look at how AI-powered tools are helping businesses work more efficiently, improve processes, and build solutions tailored to their needs. Power Automate: Automate the Work and Improve the Process Presented by Constance Hovermale, TMG Construction • Discover how AI and Microsoft Power Automate can streamline repetitive tasks and everyday workflows. • Explore real-world applications for administrative, compliance, and operational processes. • See how automation can save time, reduce manual effort, and improve consistency. • Learn from real experiences, including successes, challenges, and practical tips for getting started. Claude Code: Building Solutions Around Your Business Presented by Randy Funk, S.W. Funk • Explore how AI development tools like Claude Code can help create custom internal applications. • Discover how to build solutions that fit your business processes instead of forcing your processes to fit existing software. • See examples of internally developed applications and the business value they deliver. • […]
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NORTHERN VIRGINIA ANNUAL HOLIDAY PARTY + CASINO NIGHT Thursday, December 10, 2026 | Chantilly National Golf & Country Club | 5:30PM – 8:30PM Let’s celebrate another successful year for our members and the ABC-VA chapter! On Thursday, December 10, join us for a fun evening of networking, casino games, toasting to a great 2026, snapping some great shots on the 360 Photo Booth, and giving back to the community. An abundant and delicious buffet dinner will be provided. This year’s charity drive will benefit BetterALife of Loudoun County. BetterALife’s mission is to feed anyone who says “I am hungry” and to disrupt generational patterns by providing children and families with food, educational assistance, and life-skill services. We are collecting new, unwrapped coats to support BetterALife; elementary and middle school sizes are needed most. Dress Code: Business or Festive Attire COST (Members Only) Members — $180 Includes open bar, buffet dinner, raffle ticket for drawing SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Commitments needed by 5PM on December 3 Dinner Sponsor $1,200 – includes three (3) registrations, signage at event and recognition in event emails Bar Sponsor $875 – includes two (2) registrations, signage at event and recognition in event emails Centerpiece Sponsor $875 – includes two (2) registrations, logo on centerpieces at […]
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RIGGER & SIGNAL PERSON TRAINER REGISTER HERE Offered by Mid Atlantic OTI Education Center, this course will be held at ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility, Host Training Organization December 10 - 11, 2026 | 8:00AM - 4:00PM Participants will learn to prevent incidents that result in property damage, injury, and death, related to the rigging and signal-person duties of operation of cranes when used in construction, demolition, and maintenance. This 2 day training is for individuals who work under the supervision of a competent person and on a routine basis perform rigging work engaged in lifting loads other than rigging for special lifts, or the erection, dismantling, jumping or reconfiguring of cranes or all of these. This person is also trained to communicate guidance and direction to a crane operator in lifting, hoisting, moving, or releasing a load. Upon completion of this course, employees shall be able to demonstrate specific knowledge of the following: Hand, voice and radio communications Proficiency in hand and verbal signals, including the standard method for hand signals as required by ASME B30.3-2004, ASME B30.5-2007 and ASME B30.6-2003 Rigging hardware, including hooks and similar attaching devices, shackles, clips, clamps and taglines Synthetic/wire rope slings Common load […] |
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2026 HOLIDAY CELEBRATION IN HAMPTON ROADS 🥳 Friday, December 11, 2026 | Norfolk Waterside Marriott | 6:30PM – 11:00PM Come mix and mingle with ABC-VA members and staff during our annual holiday party! One of the biggest bashes in Hampton Roads, we pull out all the stops with a casino display (we provide fun money!), a caricature artist, photo booth keepsakes, door prizes you won't want to regift, dessert you'll be dreaming about well into 2027 - and MORE! Dress: Cocktail Attire / Festive Toy Drive: Make sure no child is left without a gift this holiday season. Please bring a new, unwrapped toy for Adipsy. Adipsy is a Chesapeake, VA-based nonprofit that provides restorative getaways, support events, and community connections for cancer patients and their families. Registration and Sponsorship Deadline: Friday, November 27, 2026, by 3:00PM The venue has changed, but the incredible company has not! View photos from last year's holiday party SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES (all include name/logo on marketing materials) Event Sponsor: $2,500 – includes (4) tickets, signage at the event Entertainment Sponsor: $1,750 – includes (2) tickets, signage at the event (4 AVAIL) Bar Sponsor: $1,250 – includes (2) tickets, signage at bar Photo Booth Sponsor: $750 – includes […]
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OSHA 500 - TRAINER COURSE IN OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH STANDARDS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY REGISTER HERE Offered by Mid Atlantic OTI Education Center, this course will be held at ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility, Host Training Organization December 14 - 17, 2026 | 8:00AM - 4:00PM This 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. Topics include: […]
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ABOUT THIS COURSE Begins Monday, December 14, 2026 As 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). This 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. * 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. SCHEDULE (5-day class) December 14 - 18, 2026 8:00AM – 5:00PM Online registration will close Friday, December 11, at 1:00PM Please note: lunch is NOT included. LOCATION ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility 1600 E Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23228 COST Member – $995 Non-Member – $995 **Please note: cost includes instruction only.** CANCELLATION/SUBSTITUTION POLICY Please 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. Questions? Contact […]
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CPR, AED & FIRST AID CERTIFICATION Wednesday, December 16, 2026 | 4:00PM - 8:00PM ABC Virginia certifies hundreds of individuals each year in First-Aid and CPR/AED using the American Safety and Health Institute’s training content. ABC-VA’s primary goal is to create confidence in its students' abilities to handle emergency situations. Our instructors provide clear explanations of the subject matter in a relaxed environment. Instructors focus on the importance of controlling, with confidence, medical emergencies and providing life support for victims of sudden illness or injury. The certification issued to each participant is valid for two years. LOCATION ABC-VA Northern VA Training Facility 42680 Trade West Drive, Dulles, VA 20166 COST Member: $98 Non-Member: $125 SUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATION POLICY Substitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual can no longer attend. Cancellations must be made with 48 hours. CLASS CONTACT Shaye Currie
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NORTHERN VA LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE Session 6 — Identifying Ideal Team Players Thursday, December 17, 2026 | 3:30PM – 5:30PM | Northern VA Training Facility Instructor: Steve Skinner, WCS Construction 2026-2027 Leadership Institute is closed to new applicants. The next session will begin in Fall 2027. Sessions Program Kickoff & the ABCs of ABC (Instructor: Patrick Dean, ABC-VA | September 17) Behavior Profile Workshop & Emotional Intelligence (Instructor: Karen Cotton, CPSM, Timmons Group | October 8) The Purpose Driven Life (Instructor: Spencer Teel, TEEL Construction | October 22) Situational Leadership (Instructor: Andrew George & Brian Fish, Hensel Phelps | November 12) What Makes a Leader? (Instructor: Patrick Dean, ABC-VA | December 3) Identifying Ideal Team Players (Instructor: Steve Skinner, WCS Construction | December 17) Stephen Covey’s Speed of Trust (Instructor: Mike Bellaman, ABC National | January 14) Effective Communication (Instructor: Zeena Fangman, HITT Contracting | February 18) Corporate Culture and Ethics (Instructor: Steve Daves, Dimensional Consulting Co. | March 18) Career Development (Instructor: Mark Bailey, TMG Construction | April 15) End of Year Celebration (April 29) LOCATION ABC-VA Northern Virginia Headquarters 42680 Trade West Drive, Dulles, VA 20166 COURSE CONTACT Ashley Richey |
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CPR, AED & FIRST AID CERTIFICATION Friday, December 18, 2026 | 8:00AM - 12:00PM ABC 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. LOCATION ABC-VA Central VA Training Facility 1600 E Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23228 COST Member: $98 Non-Member: $125 Includes training materials, lunch, and snacks. SUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATION POLICY Substitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Cancellations must be made within 48 hours. CLASS CONTACT Sherrie Dickerson
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