by Jessica Gillette | Nov 12, 2025
FALL PROTECTION TRAINER
Thursday, January 15, 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 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.
Course Includes: A student binder and a USB which includes:
- PowerPoint Presentations
- Video clips
- Test questions
- Additional resource information for fall protection
Please 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.
LOCATION
ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility
1600 E Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23228
COST
Member – $265
Non-Member – $345
CANCELLATION POLICY
Please note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 72 hours in advance.
Questions?
Contact Sherrie Dickerson
by Jessica Gillette | Nov 11, 2025
BUILDING LEADERS: CREW MANAGEMENT
Begins Tuesday, February 17, 2026 | 5:00PM – 8:00PM
Embark on a journey to redefine the landscape of construction leadership! Whether you refer to them as crew leaders, foremen, or field supervisors, their role is the heartbeat of project success. Join us for an immersive experience that transcends traditional training, shaping front-line supervisors into strategic project maestros.
You’ll Learn How To…
• Refine leadership skills that go beyond the ordinary
• Master the art of effective communication, both within the team and with clients
• Ignite motivation that fuels exceptional project outcomes
• Immerse yourself in safety regulations and learn how crew leaders can champion safety on-site
• Demystify cost estimating, budgeting, and resource control for optimized project success
• Equip yourself with problem-solving prowess and decision-making finesse
Recommended for Crew Leaders, Foremen, Field Supervisors, Front Line Supervisors, and the like.
Topics Covered
• Leadership Skills
• Communications
• Motivation
• Team Building
• Problem Solving and Decision Making
• Safety Regulations
• Crew Leader Involvement in Safety
• Promoting Safety
• Project Control and Delivery Systems
• Cost Estimating and Budgeting
• Planning Process and Resources
• Scheduling
• Cost Control
• Resource Control
• Production and Productivity
Please register by Tuesday, February 10.
SCHEDULE
Five-session Course (Tuesdays)
February 17, 24, March 3, 10, 17
5:00PM – 8:00PM
LOCATION
ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility
1600 East Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23228
COST
Members: $350
Non-Members: $475
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 before the training.
Questions?
Contact Sherrie Dickerson
by Jessica Gillette | Oct 24, 2025
ABOUT THIS COURSE
Begins Monday, January 29, 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.
**LIMITED TO 12 PARTICIPANTS**
SCHEDULE
January 26, 2026 – January 30, 2026
8:00AM – 5:00PM
Online registration will close Friday, January 23 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, January 19, 2026. Substitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend.
Questions?
Contact Sherrie Dickerson
by Jessica Gillette | Oct 24, 2025
CPR, AED & FIRST AID CERTIFICATION
Thursday, December 4, 2025 | 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
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: $88
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
Maddy Goulden
by Jessica Gillette | Sep 29, 2025
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
