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Upcoming Schedule & Course Registration

December 2024

Friday, December 13, 2024
First Aid CPR Certification

Event Details

Time: 08:00 am to 12:00 pm
Class Description:

Medic First Aid will be providing a First Aid / CPR certification class. The courses are sponsored by the Safety & Health Committee of the Construction Advancement Foundation.

Cost: $50
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January 2025

Friday, January 10, 2025
Safety Administration for Construction

Event Details

Time: 08:00 am to 04:30 pm
Class Description:

This course will provide an overview of OSHA Administrative requirements and an understanding of the OSHAct and standards

 Introduction to Safety Management

 OSHA Recordkeeping

SHA Inspections 

Proactive Safety Management

Cost: $100
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Monday, January 13, 2025
Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Train the Trainer

Event Details

Time: 08:00 am to 04:30 pm
Class Description:

* What we know about mental health and Suicide in the construction industry
* Perception of mental health and suicide in Northwest Indiana
* Empowering the Construction workforce
* Prevention of suicide in the Construction Industry

Cost: $0
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Friday, January 17, 2025
Risk Assessment and Accident Investigation

Event Details

Time: 08:00 am to 04:30 pm
Class Description:

This course is designed to provide information on assessing risks in the construction workplace. The intent of this class is to teach students how to mitigate risks & evaluate accident trends.

Cost: $100
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Friday, January 24, 2025
Planning & Scheduling for Construction Teams

Event Details

Time: 08:00 am to 12:00 pm
Class Description:

This course is free for attendees and was paid for by a READI Workforce Training grant through the Center of Workforce Innovations.

In this course, participants will learn key methods for scheduling projects, forecasting labor and cash flow, and effectively communicating with the project team and stakeholders. The course covers project management principles, techniques for creating realistic schedules, and tools for labor, safety, and cost predictions. Learners will engage in hands-on exercises to develop detailed, fact-based schedules and compare project data to industry benchmarks. By the end, participants will improve their ability to organize schedules, manage costs and timelines, and communicate critical project information.

Cost: $0
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Friday, January 31, 2025
Building a Successful Team for a Complicated Project

Event Details

Time: 08:00 am to 12:00 pm
Class Description:

This workshop focuses on developing the skills to lead diverse, multi-disciplinary construction teams and foster effective teamwork. Participants will learn best practices for kicking off projects, building trust, and creating a collaborative environment to improve communication and alignment. The techniques taught are applicable to managing relationships with contractors, architects, engineers, and clients, ensuring that teams work cohesively toward common goals.

Cost: $200
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Friday, January 31, 2025
Fall Protection Training

Event Details

Time: 08:00 am to 04:30 pm
Class Description:

Fall hazards are the leading cause of fatalities and serious injuries. The course will teach students to identify and resolve fall hazards.

Cost: $100
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February 2025

Friday, February 07, 2025
Field Supervision & Coordinating the Trades of Tomorrow

Event Details

Time: 08:00 am to 12:00 pm
Class Description:

This course focuses on the evolving role of the construction superintendent as companies adapt to new jobsite demands and technologies. Participants will learn how to manage modern jobsite coordination, handle increasing amounts of data, and improve collaboration with key stakeholders such as owners, engineers, and architects. The course also provides valuable insights into career development for field leaders, equipping superintendents to navigate the challenges of today’s construction environment.

Cost: $200
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Friday, February 07, 2025
Trenching and Excavating

Event Details

Time: 08:00 am to 04:30 pm
Class Description:

Excavation hazards have caused numerous fatalities in the construction industry. This class offers a review of the OSHA regulations and method of preventing fatalities.

Cost: $100
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Friday, February 14, 2025
Electrical Safety OSHA Subpart S

Event Details

Time: 08:00 am to 04:30 pm
Class Description:

Electrical exposures have caused numerous injuries and fatalities in the construction industry. This course will address the hazards that workers and electricians are exposed to in the workplace, as well as applicable standards.

Cost: $100
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Thursday, February 27, 2025
Personal Success & Time Management

Event Details

Time: 12:00 pm to 04:00 pm
Class Description:

This course equips construction leaders with practical strategies to manage time and resources more effectively amidst the increasing demands of the industry. Participants will learn proven time management techniques and personal success strategies to improve productivity and project management skills. The course focuses on prioritizing tasks, streamlining processes, and achieving a better work-life balance in a fast-paced construction environment.

Cost: $200
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Friday, February 28, 2025
Business Development for Project Management

Event Details

Time: 08:00 am to 12:00 pm
Class Description:

This course empowers all construction team members to play an active role in business development by building strong client relationships and fostering repeat business. Participants will learn best practices for identifying opportunities, promoting their company, and enhancing customer satisfaction through daily interactions. By equipping the entire team with these skills, companies can drive growth and ensure long-term success in a competitive market.

Cost: $200
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March 2025

Thursday, March 06, 2025
Dealing with Difficult People

Event Details

Time: 12:00 pm to 04:00 pm
Class Description:

This course equips participants with practical strategies for managing difficult interactions in the workplace, whether on the jobsite or in the office. Participants will learn to understand the root causes of conflict, improve communication, and use techniques to diffuse tension and foster collaboration. By exploring personal communication styles and adapting them to different situations, attendees will enhance team dynamics and promote a more productive work environment.

Cost: $200
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Friday, March 07, 2025
Controlling Costs on Construction Projects

Event Details

Time: 08:00 am to 12:00 pm
Class Description:

This course is free for attendees and was paid for by a READI Workforce Training grant through the Center of Workforce Innovations.

This course teaches participants how to effectively manage and control construction project costs, including labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors. Participants will learn to forecast costs accurately, identify risks, and implement strategies to mitigate them. Through interactive exercises, they will analyze job cost reports and use real-time data to make informed decisions, ultimately improving project profitability and performance.

Cost: $0
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Friday, March 07, 2025
Confined Space Training

Event Details

Time: 08:00 am to 04:30 pm
Class Description:

Confined spaces are dangerous and have resulted in death and serious physical harm to workers. This course will review the hazards associated with working in confined spaces and methods of controlling hazards.

Cost: $100
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Friday, March 14, 2025
Scope Control & Change Order Management

Event Details

Time: 08:00 am to 12:00 pm
Class Description:

This course teaches participants how to effectively manage project changes by recognizing why they occur, addressing them contractually, and implementing them in the field. Participants will learn to identify and define scope changes, align project goals with client objectives, and use tools to document and track changes. Through practical exercises, they will gain skills in developing change proposals, negotiating costs, and integrating new scopes of work, ensuring smooth project workflows and protecting both company and client interests.

Cost: $200
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Friday, March 14, 2025
Industrial Hygiene and Environmental

Event Details

Time: 08:00 am to 04:30 pm
Class Description:

Industrial Hygiene involves exposure to chemicals and toxins in the workplace. This course will provide an overview of health hazards in construction and methods to control these hazards.

Cost: $100
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Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Navigating Construction Law: A Guide for Project Leaders

Event Details

Time: 08:00 am to 12:00 pm
Class Description:

This course equips construction management leaders, both in the field and office, with essential knowledge of construction law to effectively manage project risks. Participants will learn how to navigate contract formation, scope changes, and dispute resolution to protect project timelines and budgets. The course provides practical strategies for mitigating legal pitfalls and resolving disputes before they escalate into costly litigation.

Cost: $200
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Friday, March 21, 2025
Process Safety Management

Event Details

Time: 08:00 am to 04:30 pm
Class Description:

OSHA created a higher standard of safety for chemical facilities including refineries & coke plants. This course offers a review of the OSHA process safety standard. This review also includes the requirement for contractors working in the facilities.

Cost: $100
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Friday, March 28, 2025
Advanced Scheduling for Success - Verify the Certainty of your Critical Path

Event Details

Time: 08:00 am to 12:00 pm
Class Description:

This course teaches project leaders essential skills for creating and analyzing critical path schedules, focusing on the impact of activity duration variability on project timelines. Participants will learn to apply statistical evaluation methods to test sequencing approaches and predict the likelihood of on-time project completion. Through hands-on exercises and computer tools, they will analyze critical paths, explore options for time and cost savings, and effectively communicate scheduling decisions to their teams.

Cost: $200
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April 2025

Friday, April 04, 2025
Construction Leadership 101

Event Details

Time: 08:00 am to 12:00 pm
Class Description:

This course is free for attendees and was paid for by a READI Workforce Training grant through the Center of Workforce Innovations.

This workshop provides construction professionals with foundational leadership techniques tailored to the industry. Participants will gain practical tools and insights to improve their leadership abilities and guide their teams through the challenges of modern job sites. The course encourages self-reflection and skill development, helping individuals become more effective leaders at every level of construction.

Cost: $0
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Online Safety Training

The CAF has partnered with ClickSafety! ClickSafety is an online training service that is authorized to deliver OSHA 10 cards, OSHA 30 hour cards, and other online training. There is a cost for this service but the CAF has discounted pricing for contributing contractors. To take advantage of the discounted training, click on the Icon below and create an account to get started.

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