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  • No Date Baseline Basics
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    Bluebeam Baseline Basics (Option 2) 8/12

    Virtual

    Bluebeam Baseline Basics (Virtual) – Option 2 Tuesday, August 12, 2025  |  12:00PM-2:00PM **This class is a mandatory pre-requisite for Bluebeam Basics Materials Takeoffs & Estimates and Bluebeam Advanced Materials Takeoffs & Estimates.** Regardless of your experience with Bluebeam, we highly recommend taking the full course of Baseline Basics, Basics Materials Takeoffs & Estimates and Advanced Materials Takeoffs & Estimates to ensure you get the most value out of your training and time with expert Troy DeGroot. Attendees will learn interface navigation including menu dropdowns, toolbars, various tool panels, keyboard shortcuts and a few recommended settings. While learning various markup and measurement tools, several tips & tricks will be shared to increase speed and accuracy. Learning Objectives: Interface Navigation Calibration & Measurements Introduction to the Markups List Instructor: Troy DeGroot, Bluebeam Certified Instructor, UChapter2 | Owner As a Bluebeam Certified Consultant, Bluebeam Certified Instructor, and Implementation Specialist, Troy travels the country training over 2,000 students annually with customized tools and workflows. It is these extensive and diverse training opportunities that have led to Troy being a requested annual presenter at AIA meetings, Bluebeam Academy and Bluebeam’s very own eXtreme Conference (XCON). With over 20 years in the industry, Troy has cultivated a deep understanding […]

    $110.00 – $426.00
  • No Date Basics Materials Takeoffs
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    Bluebeam Basics Materials Takeoffs & Estimates 8/13

    Virtual

    Bluebeam Basics Materials Takeoffs & Estimates (Virtual) Wednesday, August 13, 2025  |  12:00PM-2:00PM *Mandatory Pre-requisite – Baseline Basics (Option 1 – August 11) / Baseline Basics (Option 2 – August 12) With Revu’s intuitive measurement tools and customizable interface, we can turn your highlighters into a data rich takeoff tools. We’ll start out going through the standard measurement tools and settings, then move into various customization options and discuss the results in the Markups List. Learning Objectives: Introduction to Viewports Measurement Tips & Tricks Custom Estimating Tools Instructor: Troy DeGroot, Bluebeam Certified Instructor, UChapter2 | Owner As a Bluebeam Certified Consultant, Bluebeam Certified Instructor, and Implementation Specialist, Troy travels the country training over 2,000 students annually with customized tools and workflows. It is these extensive and diverse training opportunities that have led to Troy being a requested annual presenter at AIA meetings, Bluebeam Academy and Bluebeam’s very own eXtreme Conference (XCON). With over 20 years in the industry, Troy has cultivated a deep understanding of the requirements of customers, the needs of end users, common goals of management, and the capacities of the technology. He has led many companies through successful software implementations and training. Having served as the BIM Manager for a […]

  • No Date Advanced Materials Takeoffs
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    Bluebeam Advanced Materials Takeoffs & Estimates 8/14

    Virtual

    Bluebeam Advanced Materials Takeoffs & Estimates (Virtual) Thursday, August 14, 2025  |  12:00PM - 2:00PM *Mandatory Pre-requisite – Baseline Basics (Option 1 – August 11) / Baseline Basics (Option 2 – August 12) & Basics Materials Takeoffs & Estimates (August 13) After finishing the Bluebeam Takeoffs & Estimates – Basics course we’ll move into creating custom columns, embedding formulas, and information organization. Did you know you can export to an Excel spreadsheet, or even link directly to that Excel template file full of formulas you’ve been using for years? Learning Objectives: Custom Estimating Tools (Continued from “Material Takeoffs & Estimates-Basics”) Collecting Rich Data with Custom Columns Reports and Exporting Data Instructor: Troy DeGroot, Bluebeam Certified Instructor, UChapter2 | Owner As a Bluebeam Certified Consultant, Bluebeam Certified Instructor, and Implementation Specialist, Troy travels the country training over 2,000 students annually with customized tools and workflows. It is these extensive and diverse training opportunities that have led to Troy being a requested annual presenter at AIA meetings, Bluebeam Academy and Bluebeam’s very own eXtreme Conference (XCON). With over 20 years in the industry, Troy has cultivated a deep understanding of the requirements of customers, the needs of end users, common goals of management, and the capacities […]

  • No Date Bluebeam For Admin Professionals
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    Bluebeam for Administrative Professionals 8/19

    Virtual

    Bluebeam for Administrative Professionals (Virtual) Tuesday, August 19, 2025  |  12:00PM-2:00PM Administrative teams have unique document workflows that demand a different set of tools compared to design and construction teams. A typical Bluebeam class concentrates on design markups, estimating and collecting field data, but this class is very different! In just two hours you’ll be ready to combine documents, mark for redaction, apply digital signatures and several other important administrative tasks. Learning Objectives: Extracting pages from existing documents Use Redaction to quickly clean sensitive information from documents Creating and applying digital signatures Updating Page Labels Applying headers and footers Search document text and visual symbols Apply stamps Flag important content in documents Instructor: Troy DeGroot, Bluebeam Certified Instructor, UChapter2 | Owner As a Bluebeam Certified Consultant, Bluebeam Certified Instructor, and Implementation Specialist, Troy travels the country training over 2,000 students annually with customized tools and workflows. It is these extensive and diverse training opportunities that have led to Troy being a requested annual presenter at AIA meetings, Bluebeam Academy and Bluebeam’s very own eXtreme Conference (XCON). With over 20 years in the industry, Troy has cultivated a deep understanding of the requirements of customers, the needs of end users, common goals of management, […]

    $110.00 – $165.00

  • First Aid, CPR and AED Instructor Training 9/3 HR

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

    FIRST AID, CPR & AED INSTRUCTOR TRAINING REGISTER HERE Wednesday, September 3 - Friday, September 5, 2025  |  8:00AM – 4:00PM National Safety Council’s First Aid Institute is an internationally recognized authority on first aid procedures and CPR & AED Instruction. Both programs are recognized by Federal OSHA and Maryland Occupational Safety & Health (MOSH). CPR programs comply with the latest guidelines as outlined by the American Heart Association. When we updated our programs to cover the latest CPR and Emergency Cardiac Care Guidelines and techniques, we improved every aspect of the program. This includes the Instructor Manuals, Instructor Portal access, electronic resources, and Student Workbooks! With NEW Materials, NSC Instructors get more nationally recognized completion cards, have minimal paperwork and administrative duties (NSC maintains student renewal records), have preferred product pricing on all materials, and access to our exclusive, secure NSC Instructor website! National Safety Council’s First Aid and CPR programs meet OSHA requirements for training. Instructor candidates are certified in First Aid. CPR and AED as part of class training. Certification is valid for 2 years. Requirements: Instructors are required to purchase a student guide for each student they teach Instructor credentials must be renewed every two years […]

  • Virginia Cross-Connection Device Worker Certification Course 9/15 CV

    ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility, 1600 E Parham Road, Richmond, VA, United States

    ABOUT THIS COURSE Begins September 15, 2025 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. **LIMITED TO 12 PARTICIPANTS** SCHEDULE September 15 - 19, 2025 8:00AM – 5:00PM Online registration will close Friday, September 12 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 by 5:00PM on Monday, September 8, 2025. Substitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. […]

    $995.00

  • 24-Hour Competent Person Fall Protection Training 9/17 HR

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

    24-HOUR COMPETENT PERSON FALL PROTECTION TRAINING September 17, 18 & 19, 2025  |  7:00AM – 4:00PM In Accordance with ANSI Standard Z359.2 (Conforms to the 24-Hour Training Requirements of the EM-385-1-1 2014 Edition) EM385-1-1 requires all Competent Persons who have employees who work at height, to attend a 24-hour class. Federal enforcement of training requirements began September 1, 2016. Section 21 is significantly different from the current OSHA Subpart M and ANSI A10.32 requirements. This 24-hour training is in accordance with 29CFR 1926 and EM-385-1-1, introducing students to the USACE EM385-1-1 Safety & Health Standards, as well as Virginia and Federal Construction Safety Standards and Regulations covering Fall Protection. This course includes classroom instruction in addition to the required 8-hours of practical hands-on training. Topics Include: – An integrated study of hazard recognition and abatement principles related to falls on construction worksites. – Available equipment, equipment use, maintenance, storage and inspection requirements to maintain compliance – Basic rescue techniques and emergency action procedures – The study of compliance issues and challenges facing safety professionals including mishap and case study analysis, Virginia and Federal general safety standards, worksite inspections, interfacing with compliance officials, vertical and horizontal standards, and common construction industry […]

    $595.00 – $800.00
  • CV Blueprint Reading 101 Sep 30 Web
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    Reading Construction Documents: Blueprint Reading 101 9/30 CV

    ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility, 1600 E Parham Road, Richmond, VA, United States

    READING CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS: BLUEPRINT READING 101 Begins Tuesday, September 30, 2025 | Please see detailed schedule below Crack the Code: Blueprint Reading Made Easy! Unlock the language of construction and boost your career! This comprehensive beginner-friendly course covers all phases of a construction project. Using real-world examples, participants will discuss the phases of construction including site, landscape, architectural, structural, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical. All employees in the construction industry can benefit from this course. Knowing and understanding the blueprint language is a highly marketable skill and makes you an invaluable asset to your company. SCHEDULE Six-Day Course: September 30 October 1, 7, 8, 14 & 15 2:00PM - 5:00PM COST Member - $370 Non-Member - $540 LOCATION ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility 1600 E Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23228 SUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY Substitutions 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 by 5PM on September 23, 2025. Questions? Contact Kristen Altermatt

    $370.00 – $540.00

  • OSHA 500 Trainer Course in OSHA Standards for the Construction Industry 10/6 HR

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

    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 Hampton Roads Training Facility, Host Training Organization October 6 - 9, 2025  |  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: Safety […]

  • OSHA 510 – OSHA Standards for the Construction Industry 10/14 NV

    ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility, 42680 Trade West Drive, Dulles,, VA, United States

    OSHA 510 - OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH STANDARDS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY REGISTER HERE Offered by Mid Atlantic OTI Education Center, this course will be held at ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility, Host Training Organization October 14 - 17, 2025  |  8:00AM - 4:00PM This course covers OSHA Standards, policies, and procedures in the construction industry.  Topics include scope and application of the OSHA Construction Standards, construction safety and health principles, and special emphasis on those areas in construction which are most hazardous.  Upon course completion students will have the ability to define construction terms found in the OSHA Construction Standards, identify hazards which occur in the construction industry, locate and determine appropriate OSHA Construction Standards, policies, and procedures, and describe the use of the OSHA Construction Standards and regulations to supplement an ongoing safety and health program. Student Contact Hours:  26 Prerequisites:  None Course Includes: Student binder, OSHA CFR 1926, Lunch and Refreshments This course is a prerequisite to the OSHA #500 Trainer Course in Occupational Safety and Health Standards for the Construction Industry This course is a required courses for the Public Sector Safety & Health Fundamentals Certificate Program for Construction LOCATION ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility 42680 Trade […]

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    2025 Project Managers Academy 10/15 NV

    ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility, 42680 Trade West Drive, Dulles,, VA, United States

    2025 PROJECT MANAGERS ACADEMY October 15 - 17, 2025  |  8:00AM – 6:00PM  |  See detailed schedule below **SOLD OUT!!** This three-day intensive program is geared toward Project Managers who are looking to improve their skills in the day-to-day management of successful construction projects and the leadership of today’s construction team. Students will sharpen their estimating, resource control, contract administration, scheduling and management skills through case studies and group exercises facilitated by three of our industry’s most talented instructors and construction leaders. Participants of this program will dramatically accelerate their growth and overall performance, thus increasing their value to their company and clients. This program is limited to 25 participants. Register early! Registration deadline is 5PM on Wednesday, October 8. WHO SHOULD ATTEND? The academy is designed for project managers and estimators with at least two years of on-the-job experience. SPEAKERS Patrick Dean, ABC Virginia Brooke Johnson, Hensel Phelps Nick Giambra, Aegis Consultants Shannon Kualii, E.E. Reed Construction East Coast, L.P. Rich Ruckman, S-Works Construction Corp. Mike Quadros, E.E. Reed Construction East Coast, L.P. SCHEDULE October 15 8:00AM-6:00PM Dinner and networking after class October 16 8:00AM-6:00PM Dinner and networking after class October 17 8:00AM-12:00PM Certificate Ceremony takes place on last day COST Member – $825 Non-Member […]

    $825.00 – $1,175.00

  • OSHA 10 Hour for Construction 10/16 HR

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

    OSHA 10 HOUR COURSE FOR CONSTRUCTION October 16 & 17, 2025  |  See schedule below 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. All training materials provided by ABC-VA. SCHEDULE 2-Session Course: Thursday, October 16 / 7:00AM - 4:00PM (includes training materials, continental breakfast and lunch) Friday, October 17 / 7:00AM -12:00PM (includes training materials, continental breakfast) Coffee/water and light snacks provided throughout the day LOCATION ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility 530 Independence Parkway, Suite 500, Chesapeake, VA 23320 COST Member - $205 Non-Member - $310 All training materials provided CANCELLATION POLICY Please note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance. Questions? Contact Jamie Carrow

    $205.00 – $310.00

  • Effective Project Scheduling – Do’s, Don’ts & Critical Insights • VIRTUAL 10/22

    Virtual

    EFFECTIVE PROJECT SCHEDULING - DO'S, DON'TS & CRITICAL INSIGHTS • VIRTUAL Wednesday, October 22, 2025  |  10:00AM – 11:00AM  |  Webinar Baselines, Updates, and Change Order Requests for Additional Time — The How, What, When, and Why of Having to Do It The tools, inputs, and best practices of project scheduling will be reviewed, from baselines, to updates, to change order requests for additional time. The presentation will emphasize typical interests and motivations from different project parties, and how those shape the requirements, development, and review of different project scheduling outputs. The presentation will improve attendee’s understanding of what to do, what not to do, and what to look out for through the process, using lessons learned in the presenters’ 55+ years of project scheduling experience. PRESENTATION BY Kelly Consulting Services, LLC Pat Kelly, PSP, CPE and Rob Kelly, PSP, CFCC Project Schedule services provided on more than $12b in construction. www.KellyConsultingServices.org SHOULD I ATTEND? This webinar is geared towards contractor executives, managers, schedulers, owners, architects/engineers LOCATION Virtual A link will be sent to all attendees within 24 hours of webinar COST Members $25 Non-members $55 CANCELLATION POLICY Please note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are […]

    $25.00 – $55.00
  • Bluebeam Launch Webinar 22DEC22
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    Bluebeam Intro from the Experts 10/22

    Virtual

    Bluebeam Intro from the Experts (Virtual) Wednesday, October 22, 2025  |  2:00PM-3:00PM When it comes to AEC industry software, Bluebeam Revu is one of the most popular, quickly growing to over 2 million users worldwide. With functionality for Design Review, Estimating, Collecting Field Data, and others, Bluebeam is not your average PDF software. ABC-VA has partnered with Troy DeGroot with UChapter2.com to provide the best quality Bluebeam training in the industry. Don’t miss this opportunity to see an introduction to each upcoming course and learning objectives. Get your questions answered to assure you’re in the appropriate courses for your skillset and workflows. Be sure to register right away as seats are limited, and share with your industry peers! Registration: REGISTRATION LINK. This intro course hosted by UChapter2. Visit our Bluebeam page for more information on the entire program. Contact us if you have any questions.

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    RVA & Hampton Roads Project Managers Academy 10/29

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

    2025 RICHMOND & HAMPTON ROADS PROJECT MANAGERS ACADEMY October 29 - 31, 2025  |  8:00AM – 6:00PM  |  See detailed schedule below **BRAND NEW ACADEMY to these regions! We expect to sell out - register early!** This three-day intensive program is geared toward Project Managers who are looking to improve their skills in the day-to-day management of successful construction projects and the leadership of today’s construction team. Students will sharpen their estimating, resource control, contract administration, scheduling and management skills through case studies and group exercises facilitated by three of our industry’s most talented instructors and construction leaders. Participants of this program will dramatically accelerate their growth and overall performance, thus increasing their value to their company and clients. This program is limited to 25 participants. Register early! Registration deadline is 5PM on Wednesday, October 22. WHO SHOULD ATTEND? The academy is designed for project managers and estimators with at least two years of on-the-job experience. SPEAKERS Patrick Dean, ABC Virginia Nicole Anderson, Clancy & Theys Eric Stichler, Heartland Construction Erik Mills, W.M. Jordan Company SCHEDULE October 29 8:00AM-6:30PM Breakfast, lunch and dinner/networking included October 30 8:00AM-6:15PM Breakfast, lunch and dinner/networking included October 31 8:00AM-12:00PM Breakfast, Certificate Ceremony with lunch […]

    $825.00 – $1,175.00

  • OSHA 2264 – Permit-Required Confined Space Entry 11/3 NV

    ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility, 42680 Trade West Drive, Dulles,, VA, United States

    OSHA 2264 - PERMIT-REQUIRED CONFINED SPACE ENTRY This is a Chesapeake Region Safety Council course - REGISTER HERE Offered by Mid Atlantic OTI Education Center, this course will be held at ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility, Host Training Organization November 3 - 5, 2025  |  8:00AM-4:00PM This course covers the safety and health hazards associated with permit-required confined space entry.  Course topics include recognition of confined space hazards, identification of permit and non-permit required confined spaces, use of instrumentation to evaluate atmospheric hazards, ventilation techniques, development and implementation of a confined space program, proper signage, and training requirements.  This course features workshops on permit entry classification, instrumentation, and program development.  Upon course completion students will have the ability to identify permit and non-permit required confined spaces, reference the OSHA Permit-Required Confined Spaces Standard, conduct atmospheric testing, and implement a permit-required confined space program. OSHA 2264 and the CONFINED SPACE TRAIN-THE-TRAINER Course Combined Presented by the Chesapeake Region Safety Council, is recommended for inspectors, auditors, safety and health professionals and those personnel responsible for writing, auditing, or training employees with an active role in permit space entry. This course was developed and designed to educate participants to train about all aspects of 29 CFR 1910.146 […]

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    Sell Smarter: Spot These 10 Mistakes Before They Cost You 11/5 CV

    ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility, 1600 E Parham Road, Richmond, VA, United States

    SELL SMARTER: SPOT THESE 10 MISTAKES BEFORE THEY COST YOU Wednesday, November 5, 2025  |  3:00PM - 5:00PM Business development isn’t just about knowing your trade - it’s about knowing how to win business. Too many contractors lose out on jobs because they make common but costly sales mistakes. In this fast-paced and practical session, we’ll break down The 10 Mistakes Salespeople Make: from bidding too soon to struggling with pricing conversations. You’ll walk away with actionable strategies to stand out, close more deals, and keep your pipeline full. If you’re tired of competing on price and ready to sell with confidence, this talk is for you. Who should attend: Sales/business development professionals, business owners, sales support staff, anyone looking to level up their sales or partnership skills. SPEAKER Robin Green, Owner/President, Ascend Performance, Inc., powered by Sandler Robin works with companies in a variety of industries develop proven and reliable methodologies to grow revenue. Serving clients from across the United States, the United Kingdom, and India, he is a frequent speaker at industry events and trade organizations on the topics of sales, communication, and leadership topics. LOCATION ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility 1600 E Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23228 […]

    $55.00 – $85.00

  • Confined Space Trainer Course 11/6 NV

    ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility, 42680 Trade West Drive, Dulles,, VA, United States

    CONFINED SPACE TRAINER COURSE This is a Chesapeake Region Safety Council course hosted at ABC-VA's Northern Virginia Training Facility REGISTER HERE Thursday, November 6, 2025  |  8:00AM - 4:00PM This Trainer Course in Permit-Required Confined Spaces is recommended for inspectors, auditors, safety and health professionals and those personnel responsible for writing, auditing, or training employees with an active role in permit space entry. This course was developed and designed to educate participants to train about all aspects of 29 CFR 1910.146. Prerequisite: In order to attend this course you must have completed the OSHA 2264 PERMIT-REQUIRED CONFINED SPACE ENTRY course within the last 12 months and provide the CRSC with a copy of your course completion certificate. Objective – this program provides the elements to develop a good Confined Spaces Training Program to include: Determine Confined Spaces training needs Identify goals and objectives 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 Confined Spaces to the class and be evaluated on that presentation. Evaluate the Training Program Course Includes: A student binder and a USB which includes: PowerPoint Presentations Video clips Test questions Additional resource information for Confined Spaces Lunch and Refreshments LOCATION ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility 42680 Trade West Drive, […]

  • No Date Construction Estimating Principles
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    Bluebeam Construction Estimating Principles and Application 11/11

    Virtual

    Bluebeam Construction Estimating Principles and Application (Virtual) Tuesday, November 11, 2025  |  1:00PM-5:00PM Great Estimators know that to be competitive and competent in the current market, their companies must continually be in search of an edge. “How can we approach this project differently than our competition?” Track 1 – The Estimating Principles Behind Every Bid: This open forum discussion led by a panel of experienced construction estimators explores advanced elements of construction estimating. Experienced estimators will be challenged to evaluate their own systems within the framework of current trends and models with an emphasis on Bluebeam. Every topic will be discussed from various perspectives to allow Estimators from across the spectrum to benefit. Learning Objectives: Cost/Price analysis Pricing project constraints How to build flexibility into your system Optimum time to complete Escalation Managing risk within the estimate Danger zones to avoid Track 2 – How Technology Can Produce Faster, More Accurate Estimates: Oftentimes simply being more visual in your bid scope can put you ahead of the competition by showing you truly understand the project. Each day we’ll spend some time demonstrating how technology can not only replace your highlighters, scales, and calculator, but fluid company standards for you and […]

    $350.00 – $490.00
  • No Date Reading Construction Documents
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    Bluebeam Reading Construction Documents 11/12

    Virtual

    Bluebeam Reading Construction Documents (Virtual) November 12 & 13, 2025  |  1:00PM – 5:00PM This two-part online program is for entry-level architectural or engineering designers, apprentices, entry-level tradespersons, project coordinators, assistant project managers, new project managers, estimators, specialty sales representatives, or anyone in career transition looking for a refresher. Designed to quickly familiarize students with the basics of reading and understanding construction documents. From navigating title block information to combing through specification documents, participants will learn how to navigate a project and understand the material and construction requirements. Instructor: Troy DeGroot, Bluebeam Certified Instructor, UChapter2 | Owner As a Bluebeam Certified Consultant, Bluebeam Certified Instructor, and Implementation Specialist, Troy travels the country training over 2,000 students annually with customized tools and workflows. It is these extensive and diverse training opportunities that have led to Troy being a requested annual presenter at AIA meetings, Bluebeam Academy and Bluebeam’s very own eXtreme Conference (XCON). With over 20 years in the industry, Troy has cultivated a deep understanding of the requirements of customers, the needs of end users, common goals of management, and the capacities of the technology. He has led many companies through successful software implementations and training. Having served as the BIM Manager for […]

    $329.00 – $460.00