by Jessica Gillette | Aug 19, 2024
OSHA 511 – OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH STANDARDS FOR GENERAL 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
August 26 – 29, 2024 | 8:00AM – 4:00PM
This course covers OSHA Standards, policies, and procedures in general industry. Topics include scope and application of the OSHA General Industry Standards, general industry principles and special emphasis on those areas in general industry which are most hazardous. Upon course completion students will have the ability to define general industry terms found in the OSHA General Industry Standards, identify hazards which occur in general industry, locate and determine appropriate OSHA General Industry Standards, policies, and procedures, and describe the use of OSHA General Industry Standards and regulations to supplement an ongoing safety and health program.
Student Contact Hours: 26
Prerequisites: None
Course Includes: Student binder, OSHA CFR 1910, Lunch and Refreshments for in-person classes
LOCATION
ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility
42680 Trade West Drive, Dulles, VA 20166
COST
$845
SCHEDULE
Please visit CRSC registration link above
by Jessica Gillette | Aug 7, 2024
24-HOUR COMPETENT PERSON FALL PROTECTION TRAINING
November 19, 20 & 21, 2024 | 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 compliance issues are also discussed.
Additional Topics Include:
– Equipment selection, Inspection and Donning
– Fall Prevention/Restraint/Arrest
– Fall Hazard Elimination
– Passive v. Active Systems
– Fall arrest rescue systems
– Selection and usage on non-certified anchorages
– Authorized persons’ duties and responsibilities
– Competent persons’ duties and responsibilities
– Testing of fall protection equipment
– “Hands-On” scenario of fall protection systems
– OSHA and ANSI Standards of Fall Protection
Who Should Attend:
Anyone required to manage a safety program or who is responsible to be the on-site Competent Person, including Safety Managers, Safety Directors, Onsite Managers, Supervisors, Section Leads and Responsible Persons.
What To Bring:
Bring your personal fall protection harness with you to class. Doing so will provide the opportunity to learn how to properly wear your personal equipment you’d like to bring to class, it can be inspected as well (i.e. lifelines, lanyards, anchorages, etc.) Bringing in some of your own gear to class will provide you with practical experience suing your own equipment in addition to the equipment provided in class.
**Class is limited to 15 students.**
LOCATION **PLEASE NOTE OUR NEW ADDRESS**
ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility
530 Independence Parkway, Suite 500 Chesapeake, VA 23320
*Attendee parking and entrance is located in the back of the building.*
COST
Member – $595
Non-Member – $800
SCHEDULE
3-Day Course
November 19, 20 & 21
7:00AM – 4:00PM
Continental breakfast, pre-packaged snacks, coffee/water and boxed lunch provided
CANCELLATION POLICY
Please note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance.
Questions?
Contact Jamie Carrow
by Jessica Gillette | Jul 29, 2024
STEP UP: ALL ABOUT STEP + REAL-TIME APPLICATION ASSISTANCE
Thursday, September 5, 2024 | 2:00PM – 3:00PM
Discover why holding a STEP certification is crucial for contractors aiming for excellence in safety standards. After an insightful presentation with ABC’s Senior Director of Safety, benefit from personalized guidance through the online application process with a dedicated mentor, ensuring all your questions are answered in real-time. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your safety credentials and gain a competitive edge.
Two ways to participate!
(1) In person – all ABC-VA regions will host the webinar and have mentors available in their respective offices
(2) Online – a GoTo meeting link will be sent to you; a mentor will assist you virtually
This event is highly encouraged for firms submitting to STEP for the first time.
DATE & TIME
Thursday, September 5, 2024
2:00PM – 3:00PM
LOCATION
ABC-VA Northern Virginia: 42680 Trade West Drive, Dulles, VA 20166
ABC-VA Central Virginia: 1600 E Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23228
ABC-VA Hampton Roads: 530 Independence Parkway, Suite 500, Chesapeake, VA 23320
OR Virtual
A GoTo Meeting link will be sent to attendees the day prior to the webinar
COST
Free for ABC members
Questions?
Contact Rob Camlin
by Jessica Gillette | Jun 18, 2024
SAFETY STRONG: A LUNCHEON ON CONSTRUCTION, MENTAL HEALTH & SUICIDE PREVENTION WITH ABC NATIONAL’S GREG SIZEMORE
Plus mega check presentation to American Foundation for Suicide Prevention – VA Chapter
Thursday, October 24, 2024 | 10:45AM – 1:30PM
Join us for an impactful luncheon focused on safety in construction, featuring Greg Sizemore, ABC National’s Vice President of Health, Safety & Environment. As Vice Chair of the Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention and a member of the OSHA Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health, Greg will lead an essential conversation on mental health in the construction industry and suicide awareness.
This event will also spotlight total human health, the latest industry safety initiatives, honor STEP recipients, and include a heartfelt presentation of a mega check to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention – VA Chapter. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a crucial dialogue for the industry’s future!
Important: please register a maximum of two (2) guests per company. If space is available, we will open to more guests per company on October 18.
Don’t miss this opportunity to engage in critical discussions and support a worthy cause! Register early – price will increase on October 18!
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Lunch Sponsor $500 – includes signage at event, logo/name on marketing materials
Select during online registration or email Rachel Fronius to sponsor!
SCHEDULE
10:45AM – 11:30AM Check-in and networking
11:30AM Lunch
12:00PM – 1:30PM Presentation
LOCATION
ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility
530 Independence Parkway, Suite 500, Chesapeake, VA 23320
COST (Members Only)
Members Early Bird – $50
Members (starting 10/18) – $70
SUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY
Substitutions 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 48 hours in advance.
Questions?
Contact Jamie Carrow
by Jessica Gillette | Mar 7, 2024
CPR, AED & FIRST AID CERTIFICATION
**FULL. Please email Rachel Fronius for waitlist.**
Thursday, December 5, 2024 | 8:30AM-12:30PM
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.
INSTRUCTOR
Jamie Carrow, ABC-VA
LOCATION **PLEASE NOTE OUR NEW ADDRESS**
ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility
530 Independence Parkway, Suite 500, Chesapeake, VA 23320 (behind the Home Depot and Lowes on Battlefield Boulevard)
*Student parking and entrance is in the back of the building.*
COST
Member: $87
Non-Member: $100
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
Rachel Fronius
