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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:20260831T080000
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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:20260615T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T160000
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SUMMARY:OSHA 500 – Trainer Course in OSHA Standards for the Construction Industry 6/15 NV
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 Northern Virginia Training Facility\, Host Training Organization\nJune 15 – 18\, 2026  |  8:00AM – 4:00PM\n \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\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. \nRegistration for courses requiring a Prerequisite Verification Form (PVF)—including OSHA #500\, #501\, #502\, #503\, #5400\, and #5402—is not confirmed until the PVF is approved. Forms must be submitted by the close of business on the Tuesday one week before the course starts. Late submissions may be accepted at MAOTIEC’s discretion. \nThose currently enrolled in or who have completed OSHA #510\, #511\, or #5410 are encouraged to submit their PVF promptly. \nCourse Includes: Student binder\, OSHA CFR 1926\, USB which includes: \n\nPowerPoint Presentation\nVideo clips\nTest Questions\nAdditional resource information\n\nContact Hours: 26 \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-500-trainer-course-in-osha-standards-for-the-construction-industry-6-15-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:20260518T080000
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SUMMARY:OSHA 510 - OSHA Standards for the Construction Industry 5/18 NV
DESCRIPTION:OSHA 510 – 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 Northern Virginia Training Facility\, Host Training Organization\nMay 18 – 21\, 2026  |  8:00AM – 4:00PM\nThis 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. \n\nStudent Contact Hours:  26\nPrerequisites:  None\nCourse Includes: Student binder\, OSHA CFR 1926\, Lunch and Refreshments \n\nThis course is a prerequisite to the OSHA #500 Trainer Course in Occupational Safety and Health Standards for the Construction Industry\nThis course is a required courses for the Public Sector Safety & Health Fundamentals Certificate Program for Construction\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-510-osha-standards-for-the-construction-industry-5-18-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:20260422T073000
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SUMMARY:2026 Superintendents Academy (Northern VA) 4/22
DESCRIPTION:SUPERINTENDENTS ACADEMY 2026\n**FULL. Please email Shaye Currie to be put on waitlist.**\nApril 22 – 24\, 2026  |  See detailed schedule below\nJoin us for ABC-VA’s annual Superintendents Academy to learn firsthand from industry professionals. This training features interactive sessions on the following topics with all subjects geared toward the modern Superintendent: \n\nProject Administration and Processes\nSafety and Risk Management\nQuality and Quality Control\nContracts and Jobsite Documentation\nBudgeting and Estimating\nConstruction Practices on the Jobsite\nConstruction Planning and Productivity\nJobsite Technology\nPersonal Skills and Habits\nGoal Setting\nTime Management\nCommunication\nJobsite Leadership\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND?\nThe academy is designed for superintendents of all experience levels. \nSPEAKERS\nAndrew George\, Hensel Phelps\nAnthony Simco\, DPR Construction\nCody Chace\, Balfour Beatty\nBrian Fish\, Hensel Phelps\nSaurabh Chandarana\, DPR Construction\nJorge Castro\, E.E. Reed East Coast\nMichael Bellaman\, ABC President & CEO\nThomas Hern\, Retired (DAVIS Construction) \nSCHEDULE\nApril 22 7:30AM-5:00PM Breakfast & Lunch included\nApril 23 7:30AM-5:00PM Breakfast\, Lunch\, Dinner & Networking included\nApril 24 7:30AM-12:00PM Breakfast & Certificate Ceremony included \nCOST\nMember – $825\nNon-Member – $1\,250 \nSUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Please note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made by April 15\, 2026. \nQuestions?\nContact Jenny Tashjian
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/supers26/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, 42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\,\, VA\, 20166\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia,Hampton Roads,Northern Virginia,Statewide
ORGANIZER;CN="Jenny Tashjian":MAILTO:jenny@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T170000
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SUMMARY:Best Practices: Start-Up & Close-Out 5/22 NV
DESCRIPTION:BEST PRACTICES: START-UP & CLOSE-OUT\nThursday\, May 22\, 2025  |  3:00PM – 5:00PM\nAre you a project manager or assistant PM looking to enhance your skills in commercial construction? Join us for an engaging and interactive class where we dive into the essential steps for successfully starting up and closing out projects. \nLearn from industry experts as they share valuable tips and practices for the critical phases of project management—from the moment a project is awarded to the final turnover. Discover what has worked well in our experiences\, and be aware of common pitfalls to avoid. \nThis class is designed to be highly interactive\, encouraging questions and discussions to ensure you gain practical insights and knowledge. Don’t miss this opportunity to boost your project management expertise and connect with fellow professionals! \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\n42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\, VA 20166 \nCOST \nMembers – $55\nNon-Members – $75 \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 Jenny Tashjian
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/best-practices-start-up-close-out-may22/
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="Jenny Tashjian":MAILTO:jenny@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T170000
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UID:10002067-1745393400-1745427600@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:Superintendents Academy 4/23
DESCRIPTION:SUPERINTENDENTS ACADEMY 2025\nApril 23 – 25\, 2025  |  See detailed schedule below\nJoin us for ABC-VA’s annual Superintendents Academy to learn firsthand from industry professionals. This training features interactive sessions on the following topics with all subjects geared toward the modern Superintendent: \n\nProject Administration and Processes\nSafety and Risk Management\nQuality and Quality Control\nContracts and Jobsite Documentation\nBudgeting and Estimating\nConstruction Practices on the Jobsite\nConstruction Planning and Productivity\nJobsite Technology\nPersonal Skills and Habits\nGoal Setting\nTime Management\nCommunication\nJobsite Leadership\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND?\nThe academy is designed for superintendents of all experience levels. \nSPEAKERS\nAndrew George\, Hensel Phelps\nAnthony Simco\, DPR Construction\nAtul Chandak\, Balfour Beatty\nBrian Fish\, Hensel Phelps\nDavid Stone\, DPR Construction\nFrank Trujillo\, Coakley & Williams Construction\nMichael Bellaman\, ABC President & CEO\nThomas Hern\, Retired (DAVIS Construction) \nSCHEDULE\nApril 23 7:30AM-5:00PM Breakfast & Lunch included\nApril 24 7:30AM-5:00PM Breakfast\, Lunch\, Dinner & Networking included\nApril 25 7:30AM-12:00PM Breakfast & Certificate Ceremony included \nCOST\nMember – $800\nNon-Member – $1\,250 \nSUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Please note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made by April 16\, 2025. \nQuestions?\nContact Jenny Tashjian
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/supers25/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, 42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\,\, VA\, 20166\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia,Hampton Roads,Northern Virginia,Statewide
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jenny Tashjian":MAILTO:jenny@abcva.org
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