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SUMMARY:Civil Blueprint Reading - Burnaby
DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn how to read a set of civil construction blueprints\, drawing specifications and general notes. Using various samples of civil blueprints\, participants will gain experience and practical knowledge for their day-to-day work on construction projects. \nAt the end of the course participants will be able to:\n• Have an elementary knowledge of civil blueprint reading as it relates to building construction projects\n• Understand in general terms the design process and the role of design professionals\n• Understand how Building Codes and Bylaws impact blueprints\n• Understand specifications and the contractual hierarchy\n• Be able to find trade information using blueprints\n• Be able to answer basic construction questions related to the layout and installation of materials\n• Be able to identify elementary problems or short comings of the blueprints you are using\n• Be familiar with civil\, architectural and structural drawings\, and how they fit together\n• Understand and be able to use architectural & metric scale rules\n• Understand how to convert metric dimensions to architectural (imperial) dimensions\n• Know what a floor plan\, section\, detail\, profile and elevation are\n• Understand symbols\, notations\, abbreviations and material schedules\n• Be able to work with the drawings to obtain basic information on dimensions\, finishes\, details\, area calculations\, and the ability to do simple materialtakeoffs \nAudience: Ideal for those who have little or no background in civil blueprint reading. \nThe instructor: Mark Waters\, CTech.\, GSC has worked in the civil and environmental construction industry for the past 30 years and is an experienced project manager and\nestimator. He graduated from the BCIT Geomatics Technician program with honours in 1996 and joined the Applied Science Technologists and Technicians Association of BC (ASTTBC) in 1997. Mark spent many of his earlier civil construction years as a project superintendent\nand engineering surveyor. \n Register Now!
URL:https://concept.trainingnetwork.ca/event/civil-blueprint-reading-burnaby/
LOCATION:Accent Inn\, 3777 Henning Drive\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5C 6N5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business,Construction,Equipment Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181214T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181214T163000
DTSTAMP:20180718T193253Z
CREATED:20180718T193253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180718T193253Z
UID:7822-1544790600-1544805000@concept.trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:Fall Protection - Burnaby
DESCRIPTION:This is a 4 hour course that introduces workers to Fall Protection methods. Upon completion of this course participants will be able to: \n\nExplain when Fall Protection is required\nIdentify and describe major Fall Protection methods and the key associated FP equipment\nExplain and apply the Fall Protection hierarchy\nDetermine when a Fall Protection Plan is required and describe the main components\nDevelop a Fall Protection Plan based on a given scenario\n\nImportant: Photo ID is required to receive a certificate. \n Register Now!
URL:https://concept.trainingnetwork.ca/event/fall-protection-burnaby-10/
LOCATION:TraumaTech\, 110-2250 Boundary Road\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5M 3Z3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Construction,Equipment Training,Safety
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181213T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181213T163000
DTSTAMP:20180813T165453Z
CREATED:20180813T165453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180813T165453Z
UID:7896-1544688000-1544718600@concept.trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:Incident Investigations - Burnaby
DESCRIPTION:WorkSafeBC’s amendment to Bill 9 includes two major changes to the requirements for employer incident investigations. First\, section 175 of the Act has been amended to require an employer to undertake a preliminary investigation within 48 hours of the incident. Second\, section 176 of the Act is amended to require an employer to submit a full investigation report to WorkSafeBC within 30 days of an incident. \nThis course is designed to provide participants the required knowledge to understand the principle of incident investigations and the methods used to ensure an adequate investigation is completed. At the end of the session participants will have an understanding of the requirements for investigating incidents\, the tools required to undertake an adequate investigation\, methods involved in successful interviews\, identifying incident causes and completing incident reports. \n\n\nThe program uses a classroom component with video and a multimedia PowerPoint presentation during the session. Participants will take part in a simulated investigation with witnesses to interview\, a scene to evaluate and documentation to complete. This one day session is designed to provide participants with the tools to understand:\n\nThe regulatory requirements to investigate Accidents/Incidents\nWhy are we investigating Accidents/Incidents\nWho makes a good investigator\nHow to gather evidence and information\nHow to photograph a scene\nHow to measure and diagram a scene\nHow to conduct interviews\nWhat is the principle of Root Cause Analysis\nDeveloping recommendations for prevention\nCompleting the Incident Report\n\nInstructor: Terry Duncan is an independent safety specialist with over 30 years of experience in occupational safety. Past roles include safety coordinator for Dominion Bridge of Western Canada\, and safety coordinator/industrial engineer for Freightliner Canada. Terry was also directly involved in the development of the City of Vancouver’s TSC/CSO training program. He has worked in construction\, manufacturing\, forestry\, pulp and paper\, and municipal and provincial governments. In 1998\, Terry was voted Senior Safety Professional of the Year by the Canadian Society of Safety Engineering.\n Register Now!
URL:https://concept.trainingnetwork.ca/event/incident-investigations-burnaby-2/
LOCATION:Accent Inn\, 3777 Henning Drive\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5C 6N5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business,Construction,Legal,Management,Safety
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181212T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181212T163000
DTSTAMP:20181022T172015Z
CREATED:20181022T172015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181022T172015Z
UID:8032-1544601600-1544632200@concept.trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:Lean for Construction - A Practical Approach - Burnaby
DESCRIPTION:Lack of materials brings construction to a halt. Excessive rework causes budget overruns. An unplanned equipment break-down causes critical delays. A contractor hunts for the most up to date drawings. \nEach of these situations represent wasted effort and time that directly impacts a project’s cost\, lead time\, and quality. CITN is excited offer a full-day workshop aimed at introducing key Lean concepts and how they can be applied to improve these key metrics and create a culture of continuous improvement. \nParticipants will learn: \nA practical\, jargon-free approach to Lean\nImplement a culture of problem solving in 4 simple steps: \n\nDefine value from your customer’s perspective\nCapture the current state: visually capture all activities required to bring the project from initiation to completion\n\nThe importance of value-adding work\nHow to capture the 8 types of waste\n\n\nDevelop the plan: prioritize wastes for elimination\nImprove using Plan\, Do\, Check\, Act: design and implement effective solutions\n\nThe resulting impact on costs\, lead-time\, quality\, and culture  \nThe importance of team work and collaboration \nJoin us for this fun and interactive workshop that will highlight how simple\, continuous change can have a big impact on project efficiency and team morale! \n Register Now!
URL:https://concept.trainingnetwork.ca/event/lean-for-construction-a-practical-approach-burnaby/
LOCATION:Elements Hotel Metrotown\, 5988 Willingdon Avenue\, Burnaby\, BC\, V5H 2A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business,Construction,Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181212T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181212T163000
DTSTAMP:20180420T170303Z
CREATED:20180420T170303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180420T170303Z
UID:7642-1544601600-1544632200@concept.trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:Introduction to Blueprint Reading - Abbotsford
DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn how to read a set of construction blueprints and specifications. Using both residential and commercial samples of blueprints\, participants will gain experience and practical knowledge for their day-to-day work in construction companies. This course is ideal for those who have little or no background in blueprint reading. At the end of the course participants will be able to:\n\nHave an elementary knowledge of blueprint reading as it relates to building construction projects\nUnderstand in general terms the design process and the role of design professionals\nUnderstand how Building Codes and Bylaws impact blueprints\nUnderstand specifications and the contractual hierarchy\nBe able to find trade information using blueprints\nBe able to answer basic construction questions related to the layout and installation of materials\nBe able to identify elementary problems or short comings of the blueprints you are using\nBe familiar with architectural\, civil\, electrical and mechanical drawings\, and how they fit together\nUnderstand and be able to use architectural & engineering scales\nUnderstand how to convert engineering dimensions to architectural\nKnow what a floor plan\, section and elevation are\nUnderstand symbols\, notation\, abbreviations and material schedules\nBe able to work with the drawings to obtain basic information on dimension\, finishes\, details\, area calculations\, and the ability to do simple material take offs\nBe familiar with both commercial and residential blueprints\n\nTopics to be covered:\n\nBlueprint reading basics\nDesign process and the role of design professionals\nBuilding Codes\, bylaws and building permits\nFind trade information using blueprints\nLayout basics\nArchitectural\, civil\, electrical and mechanical drawings\, and how they fit together\nArchitectural & engineering scales\nFloor plans\, sections and elevations\nSymbols\, notation\, abbreviations and material schedules\nDimension\, finishes\, details\, area calculations\, and material take offs\nUnderstanding specifications\nCommercial and residential blueprints\n\n Register Now!
URL:https://concept.trainingnetwork.ca/event/introduction-to-blueprint-reading-abbotsford-2/
LOCATION:Abbotsford (TBA)\, Abbotsford\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business,Construction,Equipment Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181210T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181211T163000
DTSTAMP:20180821T222908Z
CREATED:20180821T222908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180821T222908Z
UID:7927-1544430600-1544545800@concept.trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:Supervisory and Management Skills - Prince George
DESCRIPTION:Participants will improve their skills in leadership\, management and supervision of staff. Participants will learn skills to enhance their ability to build a collaborative team culture with their staff and on job sites. \nAt the end of the course participants will be able to: \n• Understand the differences between leadership\, management and supervision \n• Identify different leadership styles and approaches \n• Apply different leadership styles to deal with various situations \n• Knowledge of motivational theories – Mazlow\, Herzberg\, MARS \n• Ability to enhance individual and group performance and engagement \n• Understand different personality styles and how to communicate appropriately \n• Effectively manage time \n• Understanding stress and how to manage it at work \n• Knowledge of substance abuse\, recognition and prevention \n• Conduct a successful toolbox talk \n• Appropriately discipline and/or terminate staff \n• Apply various negotiating skills \n• Deal with difficult people\, conflict and confrontation \n• Use collaborative decision making skills \n• Understand a systems approach to management of construction companies \nWhat previous participants said: \n“Great Class!  Instructor was able to hold our attention for long periods of time.” \n“Excellent course layoutand and presentation.” \n Register Now!
URL:https://concept.trainingnetwork.ca/event/supervisory-and-management-skills-prince-george/
LOCATION:Community Futures Fraser Fort George\, 1566 7th Avenue\, Prince George\, BC\, V2L 3P4
CATEGORIES:Business,Construction,Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181210T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181211T163000
DTSTAMP:20180522T175317Z
CREATED:20180420T170804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180522T175317Z
UID:7649-1544428800-1544545800@concept.trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:Construction Business Management - Burnaby
DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn how to improve the management and business systems of their construction company. \nAt the end of the course participants will be able to: \n• Understand the strategic planning process and how to implement it within their context \n• Understand the importance of a business plan and how to prepare one \n• Understand the participants within the construction industry – their roles\, responsibilities and limitations \n• Understand the benefits of a participatory management culture \n• Formulate a marketing plan and understand the marketing mix \n• Develop a human resource management plan \n• Understand the employment cycle/process \n• Develop an employee performance evaluation system \n• Increase staff morale and engagement \n• Understand operational planning for construction companies \n• Formulate a financial plan\, budgets\, ratios and break-even analysis \n• Understand the importance of financial internal controls \n• Develop benchmarks and key performance indicators \n• Understand bonding and insurance for construction companies \n• Use risk management tools to identify risk and how to mitigate risk \n Register Now!
URL:https://concept.trainingnetwork.ca/event/construction-business-management-burnaby-2/
LOCATION:Accent Inn\, 3777 Henning Drive\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5C 6N5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business,Construction,Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181207T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181207T093000
DTSTAMP:20180816T152353Z
CREATED:20180816T152353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180816T152353Z
UID:7901-1544167800-1544175000@concept.trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:FREE Breakfast: Building Your One-Page Strategic Plan - Burnaby
DESCRIPTION:Are you finding yourself too busy to plan the next big moves in your business? If you have been working so hard that you have no time to think ahead\, this session is for you.\n\nEvery year your business has an opportunity to learn from the past and make strategic moves to evolve into the vision you initially set out to create. Without a disciplined approach to strategic planning\, your company can often lead you down a challenging path.\n\nWe’ll walk you through a step-by-step approach to create a simple\, yet effective annual strategic plan. In this session\, you will:\n\nEstablish your goals\nLearn how to put the company’s strategic plan on one simple to understand page\nBreak the year-end goal down to 3-5 key initiatives you need to focus on\nBe given systems to break initiatives down into a weekly focused routine that keeps you on track for the year\n\nThis is a complimentary breakfast session\, but registration is required. \n Register Now!
URL:https://concept.trainingnetwork.ca/event/free-breakfast-building-your-one-page-strategic-plan-burnaby/
LOCATION:Accent Inn\, 3777 Henning Drive\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5C 6N5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business,Construction,Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181206T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181206T093000
DTSTAMP:20180918T215258Z
CREATED:20180918T215258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180918T215258Z
UID:7958-1544079600-1544088600@concept.trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:Get the PST Right! PST Issues for the Construction Industry (Breakfast Session) - Prince George
DESCRIPTION:This breakfast seminar helps home builders\, renovators and trade contractors understand how PST applies to their business. It will provide critical understanding of who pays PST\, how to pay PST as well as: \n» When to pay PST on your goods and supplies\n» How PST applies to goods for resale vs. those you install\n» How PST applies to goods used to fulfill a contract outside B.C.\n» When you need to be registered to collect PST\n» When to charge your customers PST\n» How PST applies to goods bought outside B.C.\n» When you may be eligible for a PST refund and how to apply\n\n\n Register Now!
URL:https://concept.trainingnetwork.ca/event/get-the-pst-right-pst-issues-for-the-construction-industry-breakfast-session-prince-george/
LOCATION:Courtyard by Marriott Prince George\, 900 Brunswick Street\, Prince George\, BC\, V2L 2C3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business,Construction,Legal,Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181130T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181130T160000
DTSTAMP:20180808T150931Z
CREATED:20180808T150931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180808T150931Z
UID:7885-1543563000-1543593600@concept.trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:How To Be A Better Foreman - Burnaby
DESCRIPTION:Many great trades people take a foreman position and fail. Not for lack of skills or drive but simply for lack of guidance on how to be a great foreman. This 1-day course gives participants the fundamentals of field leadership\, organization\, crew morale\, efficiency\, and productivity. \n\nIssues covered:\n\nUnderstanding why and how many foremen fail\nHow the foreman’s role has changed\nDealing with workplace conflict without being a jerk\nLearning how to anticipate production and jobsite issues\nUnderstanding general and subcontractor dynamics\nUnderstanding your role as a leader\nUnderstand how you play a major role in increasing jobsite productivity\n\nInstructor: Paul Simpson is a Gold Seal certified superintendent with over 15 years of trade experience. He holds a Red Seal for Plumbing and Pipefitting and has his Gasfitting certification as well. He is currently teaching the piping trades at Thompson Rivers University.\n\nWhat previous participants said: \n“Well structured\, informative course.” \n“Nice to hear different perspectives.” \n“Valuable: Learning to communicate with other people on the job site.” \n\n\n Register Now!
URL:https://concept.trainingnetwork.ca/event/how-to-be-a-better-foreman-burnaby-3/
LOCATION:Accent Inn\, 3777 Henning Drive\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5C 6N5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business,Construction,Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181128T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181128T163000
DTSTAMP:20180709T171124Z
CREATED:20180709T171124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180709T171124Z
UID:7787-1543393800-1543422600@concept.trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:Construction Industry Ethics - Vancouver
DESCRIPTION:By maintaining high ethical standards\, and being consistent in our practices\, we thrive both personally and professionally. This course will help you navigate the ethical grey areas you face every day. \nEffective 2017\, the online ethics course PLUS a full day classroom ethics course will be mandatory to receive Gold Seal Certification. Gold Seal has allocated a total of 3 credits to this course (2 for the online portion and 1 for the classroom portion). \nNote: Participants are required to complete the Construction Industry Ethics online course prior to enrolling in the classroom course.  \nInstructor: Tim Williams\, MBA\, B.Econ.\, CPA\, GSC\, is the President of BGC Partners Inc. BGC Partners provides training services tailor made for the construction industry. Tim has worked with numerous construction companies for over twenty years. He is a Gold Seal Certified project manager. He is an experienced and sought after trainer who has trained construction owners and managers across the on behalf of construction industry associations across Western Canada. \n Register Now!
URL:https://concept.trainingnetwork.ca/event/construction-industry-ethics-vancouver-3/
LOCATION:Vancouver Regional Construction Association\, 3636 E 4th Avenue\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5M 1M3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business,Construction,Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181123T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181123T123000
DTSTAMP:20180718T193203Z
CREATED:20180718T193203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180718T193203Z
UID:7820-1542961800-1542976200@concept.trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:Fall Protection - Burnaby
DESCRIPTION:This is a 4 hour course that introduces workers to Fall Protection methods. Upon completion of this course participants will be able to: \n\nExplain when Fall Protection is required\nIdentify and describe major Fall Protection methods and the key associated FP equipment\nExplain and apply the Fall Protection hierarchy\nDetermine when a Fall Protection Plan is required and describe the main components\nDevelop a Fall Protection Plan based on a given scenario\n\nImportant: Photo ID is required to receive a certificate. \n Register Now!
URL:https://concept.trainingnetwork.ca/event/fall-protection-burnaby-9/
LOCATION:TraumaTech\, 110-2250 Boundary Road\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5M 3Z3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Construction,Equipment Training,Safety
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181123T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181123T103000
DTSTAMP:20181106T170206Z
CREATED:20180815T212004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181106T170206Z
UID:7899-1542958200-1542969000@concept.trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:The Nuts and Bolts of Builders' Liens (Breakfast Session) - Burnaby
DESCRIPTION:It is essential for anyone working in or closely with the construction industry to have a basic understanding of builders liens as they are increasingly being used as a form of security to contractors\, subcontractors\, workers and suppliers who supply labour and/or materials in relation to the construction of an improvement on or to land.  However\, builders’ liens do not necessarily guarantee recovery in full or at all. Understanding this complex area of law and applying recommended best practices will help you to maximize your potential recovery and reduce your liabilities. \nCourse Outline: \n\n An overview of the Builders Lien Act\, including a review of the holdback provisions\nThe process for filing a claim of lien (who\, what\, where\, when and how)\nThe process for cancelling a claim of lien\nThe process for enforcing a claim of lien\nBest practices and tips for maximizing potential recovery\n\nPresenter: Seema Lal is a principal of SHK Law Corporation with particular expertise in the areas of builders liens and construction law.  As a construction lawyer practicing in Vancouver for over 15 years\, Seema’s clients include owners\, developers\, general contractors\, subtrades\, suppliers and design professionals. \nSeema regularly lectures and provide seminars to industry groups both in-house and at various CLEs\, including the Affinity Institute\, the Pacific Business & Law Institute\, the Canadian Construction Institute and the Canadian Credit Institute. She also is an adjunct lecturer in the Engineering Law and Contracts in Civil Engineering course for Civil Engineering students at UBC. \nDisclaimer: The content of this presentation is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice. \n\nWhat previous participants have said: \n“Easy to understand\, very clear!” \n  \n Register Now!
URL:https://concept.trainingnetwork.ca/event/the-nuts-and-bolts-of-builders-liens-breakfast-session-burnaby-2/
LOCATION:Accent Inn\, 3777 Henning Drive\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5C 6N5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business,Construction,Legal,Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181122T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181123T163000
DTSTAMP:20180711T174712Z
CREATED:20180711T174712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180711T174712Z
UID:7793-1542873600-1542990600@concept.trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:Construction Estimating - Kamloops
DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn skills and knowledge to estimate construction projects and prepare a successful bid. The course is designed for construction estimators and those with experience in construction that desire to be estimators or improve their knowledge of estimating. At the end of the course participants will be able to:\n\n\n\n\nAnalyze projects and decide on which ones to bid\nUnderstand risk analysis and how to price this into a bid\nDo competitor analysis and understand how this impacts the bid\nDo client risk analysis and how to price this into bids\nRecord material and other prices and maintain contact lists\nFormulate a bid strategy\nUnderstand how to prepare an estimate and the estimating process\nUse Construction Division Codes\nUnderstand how to present a bid\nBe familiar with how to use the bid depository\nUnderstand the requirements for bonding and insurance\nUnderstand the post-bidding process\nWork with project managers to pass on knowledge of the bid\n\nTopics to be covered:\n\nProject analysis\nRisk analysis\nCompetitor analysis\nClient risk analysis\nRecord keeping\nBid strategies\nPreparing estimates and the estimating process\nConstruction Division Codes\nPresenting bids\nBid depository\nBonding and insurance\nPost-bidding process\n\nTwo days (16 hours) of lessons with instructors plus an online portion involving research\, reading and answering questions (7-8 hours) that will be marked by the instructors. \n\n\n Register Now!
URL:https://concept.trainingnetwork.ca/event/construction-estimating-kamloops/
LOCATION:Kamloops (TBA)\, Kamloops\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business,Construction
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181121T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181121T163000
DTSTAMP:20180420T170210Z
CREATED:20180420T170210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180420T170210Z
UID:7640-1542787200-1542817800@concept.trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:Introduction to Blueprint Reading - Burnaby
DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn how to read a set of construction blueprints and specifications. Using both residential and commercial samples of blueprints\, participants will gain experience and practical knowledge for their day-to-day work in construction companies. This course is ideal for those who have little or no background in blueprint reading. At the end of the course participants will be able to:\n\nHave an elementary knowledge of blueprint reading as it relates to building construction projects\nUnderstand in general terms the design process and the role of design professionals\nUnderstand how Building Codes and Bylaws impact blueprints\nUnderstand specifications and the contractual hierarchy\nBe able to find trade information using blueprints\nBe able to answer basic construction questions related to the layout and installation of materials\nBe able to identify elementary problems or short comings of the blueprints you are using\nBe familiar with architectural\, civil\, electrical and mechanical drawings\, and how they fit together\nUnderstand and be able to use architectural & engineering scales\nUnderstand how to convert engineering dimensions to architectural\nKnow what a floor plan\, section and elevation are\nUnderstand symbols\, notation\, abbreviations and material schedules\nBe able to work with the drawings to obtain basic information on dimension\, finishes\, details\, area calculations\, and the ability to do simple material take offs\nBe familiar with both commercial and residential blueprints\n\nTopics to be covered:\n\nBlueprint reading basics\nDesign process and the role of design professionals\nBuilding Codes\, bylaws and building permits\nFind trade information using blueprints\nLayout basics\nArchitectural\, civil\, electrical and mechanical drawings\, and how they fit together\nArchitectural & engineering scales\nFloor plans\, sections and elevations\nSymbols\, notation\, abbreviations and material schedules\nDimension\, finishes\, details\, area calculations\, and material take offs\nUnderstanding specifications\nCommercial and residential blueprints\n\n Register Now!
URL:https://concept.trainingnetwork.ca/event/introduction-to-blueprint-reading-burnaby-4/
LOCATION:Accent Inn\, 3777 Henning Drive\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5C 6N5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business,Construction,Equipment Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181120T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181121T163000
DTSTAMP:20180830T191738Z
CREATED:20180214T205213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180830T191738Z
UID:7459-1542700800-1542817800@concept.trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:Construction Law - Whitehorse
DESCRIPTION:Participants will develop an understanding of contract law as it relates to construction and the various CCDC/CCA and other contracts used within the industry. Participants will also learn the other legal means to resolve construction disputes and avoid litigation. At the end of the course participants will be able to:\n\nUnderstand the basics of contract law –intention\, offer\, acceptance\, consideration\, capacity and legality\nBe familiar with various CCDC/CCA contracts -how and why they are used\nBe familiar with various legal terms used in contracts\nUnderstand the contract responsibilities of various parties\nUnderstand the bidding process and contractual obligations\nDefine back charges and how to avoid them\nAvoid construction disputes and claims from the site level\nWrite RFIs and Change Orders\nUnderstand the dispute resolution process – negotiation\, mediation\, arbitration\, and litigation\nUse the Builder’s Lien Act to obtain security\nUse the small claims process to collect debts\nUnderstand environmental law and how it impacts projects\nUnderstand safety law and it impacts construction companies\nUnderstand how specifications and drawings fit within the contractual hierarchy\nUnderstand the contractual relationship between contractor and sub-contractor\nCompile and submit proper extras and claims\n\nTopics to be covered:\n\nThe basic concepts of contract law\nCCA\, CCDC and other contracts\nLegal terms used in contracts\nBidding process and contractual obligations\nSpecifications\, drawings and the contractual hierarchy\nContractual relationships between contractor and sub-contractor\nCompiling and submitting proper extras and claims\nDefining back charges and how to avoid them\nAvoiding construction disputes and claims from the site level\nWriting RFIs and Change Orders\nThe dispute resolution process\nThe Builder’s Lien Act\nThe Small Claims process\nEnvironmental law\nSafety legislation and regulations\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTwo days (16 hours) of lessons with instructors plus an online portion involving research\, reading and answering questions (7-8 hours) that will be marked by the instructors. \n Register Now!
URL:https://concept.trainingnetwork.ca/event/construction-law-whitehorse/
LOCATION:Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre\, 1171 Front Street\, Whitehorse\, Yukon\, V1A 0G9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Construction,Legal
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181120T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181122T160000
DTSTAMP:20180605T171435Z
CREATED:20180605T171435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180605T171435Z
UID:7733-1542699000-1542902400@concept.trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:Utility Locator Specialist - Surrey
DESCRIPTION:This is a technical training program for individuals wanting to obtain introductory level training in underground utility locating.  The program was developed & supported by BC Construction Safety Alliance\, WorkSafeBC\, BC Safety Authority\, BC Common Ground Alliance and BC Municipal Safety Association who saw the need to set a standard in utility locating instruction\, and to provide the province with training that is tailored to BC workers. \nThis Utility Locator Specialist Course involves three (3) days of in-class and practical instruction and successful students must complete a written test and a site-based practical evaluation. \nStudents require CSA certified steel toe boots and high vis safety vest and bring your own Utility Locating Device if possible. Led by experienced hands on Instructor. \n*Note: There are no prerequisites for this course. \nParticipants in this course will gain the knowledge and skills to be able to: \n\nLocate underground utilities safely and effectively\nApply skills in accordance with regulation and best practice\nSeek certification as a Registered Utility Locator Technician (Through the ASTTBC)\n\nModules and Learning Objectives \n\nModule 1: Introduction to Damage Prevention in British Columbia\nModule 2: The Locating System in BC\nModule 3: Utilities Infrastructure\nModule 4: Fundamentals of Electromagnetic Locating\nModule 5: Safety and Professionalism\nModule 6: Records\, Maps and Documentation\nModule 7: Solving Problems\n\n Register Now!
URL:https://concept.trainingnetwork.ca/event/utility-locator-specialist-surrey-4/
LOCATION:Kwantlen Polytechnic University Cloverdale campus\, 5500 180 Street\, Surrey\, BC\, V3S 6R1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Construction,Equipment Training,Safety
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181115T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181115T163000
DTSTAMP:20180906T162546Z
CREATED:20180906T162546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180906T162546Z
UID:7945-1542268800-1542299400@concept.trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:Introduction to Blueprint Reading - Fort St John
DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn how to read a set of construction blueprints and specifications. Using both residential and commercial samples of blueprints\, participants will gain experience and practical knowledge for their day-to-day work in construction companies. This course is ideal for those who have little or no background in blueprint reading. At the end of the course participants will be able to:\n\nHave an elementary knowledge of blueprint reading as it relates to building construction projects\nUnderstand in general terms the design process and the role of design professionals\nUnderstand how Building Codes and Bylaws impact blueprints\nUnderstand specifications and the contractual hierarchy\nBe able to find trade information using blueprints\nBe able to answer basic construction questions related to the layout and installation of materials\nBe able to identify elementary problems or short comings of the blueprints you are using\nBe familiar with architectural\, civil\, electrical and mechanical drawings\, and how they fit together\nUnderstand and be able to use architectural & engineering scales\nUnderstand how to convert engineering dimensions to architectural\nKnow what a floor plan\, section and elevation are\nUnderstand symbols\, notation\, abbreviations and material schedules\nBe able to work with the drawings to obtain basic information on dimension\, finishes\, details\, area calculations\, and the ability to do simple material take offs\nBe familiar with both commercial and residential blueprints\n\nTopics to be covered:\n\nBlueprint reading basics\nDesign process and the role of design professionals\nBuilding Codes\, bylaws and building permits\nFind trade information using blueprints\nLayout basics\nArchitectural\, civil\, electrical and mechanical drawings\, and how they fit together\nArchitectural & engineering scales\nFloor plans\, sections and elevations\nSymbols\, notation\, abbreviations and material schedules\nDimension\, finishes\, details\, area calculations\, and material take offs\nUnderstanding specifications\nCommercial and residential blueprints\n\n Register Now!
URL:https://concept.trainingnetwork.ca/event/introduction-to-blueprint-reading-fort-st-john/
LOCATION:Quality Inn Northern Grand\, 9830 100th Avenue\, Fort St John\, British Columbia\, V1J 1Y5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business,Construction,Equipment Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181114T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181114T100000
DTSTAMP:20180927T183647Z
CREATED:20180927T183647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180927T183647Z
UID:7985-1542180600-1542189600@concept.trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:Cannabis in the Workplace (Breakfast Session) - Burnaby
DESCRIPTION:What are the rights\, responsibilities and risks to employers regarding cannabis in the workplace? What is the impact of recreational or medical use of this drug on your organization and for those in safety-sensitive positions? For medical use\, how do you manage the duty to accommodate process? Do you have the appropriate policy framework in place to face related challenges? \n\nLearn more about the federal “Access to Cannabis for Medical Purposes Regulations”.\nUnderstand that a “prescription” for cannabis does not give an employee the absolute right to use it in the workplace.\nUnderstand your rights when it comes to those in Safety-Sensitive positions.\nDiscuss employee and employer obligations with regard to the use of cannabis.\nRecognize the rights\, responsibilities and risks for both employers and employees to avoid unnecessary litigation.\nIdentify the various ways the use of cannabis impacts the employer-employee relationship\, and what you can do about it.\nIdentify what employers should be doing now to prepare for the pending legalization by reviewing their workplace drug and alcohol policies.\n\nThe pending and significant changes to the legal status of cannabis raise many questions and challenges for B.C. employers and line managers. This fast paced two-hour program is aimed to help you meet some of those challenges and answer questions around the use of cannabis in the workplace. \nPresenter: Pamela Bragg\n\nPamela is a professional consultant\, trainer and coach with over 25 years’ experience in Organizational and Leadership Performance within multi-national environments\, both union and non-union. \nHer professional background includes work as a senior HR Director with Lafarge North America where she was the key HR business partner for the Product Line General Managers (ready mix concrete\, aggregates\, cement manufacturing\, asphalt\, pave and construction) and leadership teams across Western Canada and the PNW US. \nPamela is proudly involved with the BC Trucking Association of which she is an Associate Board Member\, the Canadian Fuels Association\, Concrete BC\, Concrete Alberta\, Roofing Contractors Association\, Canadian Association of Fleet Supervisors and the CEO & Executive Forums. Therefore being quite at home working with clients in the construction materials and road transportation sectors. \nSarkany is a Management and Human Resource Consulting firm dedicated to providing customized solutions for their business clients. \n\nDisclaimer: The content of this presentation is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice.\n Register Now!
URL:https://concept.trainingnetwork.ca/event/cannabis-in-the-workplace-breakfast-session-burnaby-2/
LOCATION:Accent Inn\, 3777 Henning Drive\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5C 6N5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business,Construction,Human Resources,Legal,Management,Safety
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181108T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181109T163000
DTSTAMP:20180420T170701Z
CREATED:20180420T170701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180420T170701Z
UID:7647-1541664000-1541781000@concept.trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:Construction Law - Burnaby
DESCRIPTION:Participants will develop an understanding of contract law as it relates to construction and the various CCDC/CCA and other contracts used within the industry. Participants will also learn the other legal means to resolve construction disputes and avoid litigation. At the end of the course participants will be able to:\n\nUnderstand the basics of contract law –intention\, offer\, acceptance\, consideration\, capacity and legality\nBe familiar with various CCDC/CCA contracts -how and why they are used\nBe familiar with various legal terms used in contracts\nUnderstand the contract responsibilities of various parties\nUnderstand the bidding process and contractual obligations\nDefine back charges and how to avoid them\nAvoid construction disputes and claims from the site level\nWrite RFIs and Change Orders\nUnderstand the dispute resolution process – negotiation\, mediation\, arbitration\, and litigation\nUse the Builder’s Lien Act to obtain security\nUse the small claims process to collect debts\nUnderstand environmental law and how it impacts projects\nUnderstand safety law and it impacts construction companies\nUnderstand how specifications and drawings fit within the contractual hierarchy\nUnderstand the contractual relationship between contractor and sub-contractor\nCompile and submit proper extras and claims\n\nTopics to be covered:\n\nThe basic concepts of contract law\nCCA\, CCDC and other contracts\nLegal terms used in contracts\nBidding process and contractual obligations\nSpecifications\, drawings and the contractual hierarchy\nContractual relationships between contractor and sub-contractor\nCompiling and submitting proper extras and claims\nDefining back charges and how to avoid them\nAvoiding construction disputes and claims from the site level\nWriting RFIs and Change Orders\nThe dispute resolution process\nThe Builder’s Lien Act\nThe Small Claims process\nEnvironmental law\nSafety legislation and regulations\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTwo days (16 hours) of lessons with instructors plus an online portion involving research\, reading and answering questions (7-8 hours) that will be marked by the instructors. \n Register Now!
URL:https://concept.trainingnetwork.ca/event/construction-law-burnaby/
LOCATION:Accent Inn\, 3777 Henning Drive\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5C 6N5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business,Construction,Legal
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181106T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181107T163000
DTSTAMP:20180613T212013Z
CREATED:20180613T212013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180613T212013Z
UID:7747-1541491200-1541608200@concept.trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:Project Planning and Cost Control - Burnaby
DESCRIPTION:The course is designed to provide owners\, managers\, estimators\, and field personnel with a general knowledge of the process of planning and controlling a project from beginning to end utilizing ways and means of monitoring\, saving and controlling costs. \nTopics covered: \n\nUnderstanding the impact and methodology of construction cost control.\nWays and means of minimizing and controlling costs on site.\nProject cost forecasting and accounting functions on site.\nProject planning and its purpose and effect on project cost control.\nHow to communicate & assist management re: cost methods and control.\nGain additional insight into the process of work and cost analysis.\nCost reporting systems – new technology in monitoring costs and reports.\nUnderstanding the effect improper field reporting has on cost control. Maintaining and managing documents\, material\, tools and equipment.\nUnderstanding the Contract process from bidding to project close-out.\nReview of 100 companies and their methods in controlling & saving costs.\n\nInstructor: Gerald Cree is a Gold-Seal certified construction management professional with over 30 years’ experience managing large-scale residential\, commercial\, industrial and environmental projects throughout Western Canada and the United States. His experience covers all aspects of construction management including ; design\, development\, estimation\, project planning\, tendering and procurement with additional expertise in civil\, structural\, electrical and mechanical disciplines. Throughout his career\, Gerald has demonstrated an ongoing commitment to professional development and has successfully achieved certification in many areas\, notably: Project Management Professional (PMP)\, Master of Project planning and Construction Law and is presently working towards his Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEEDS) certification. \n Register Now!
URL:https://concept.trainingnetwork.ca/event/project-planning-and-cost-control-burnaby-2/
LOCATION:Accent Inn\, 3777 Henning Drive\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5C 6N5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business,Construction,Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181029T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181030T163000
DTSTAMP:20180419T223852Z
CREATED:20180419T223852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180419T223852Z
UID:7626-1540800000-1540917000@concept.trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:Construction Estimating - Burnaby
DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn skills and knowledge to estimate construction projects and prepare a successful bid. The course is designed for construction estimators and those with experience in construction that desire to be estimators or improve their knowledge of estimating. At the end of the course participants will be able to:\n\n\n\n\nAnalyze projects and decide on which ones to bid\nUnderstand risk analysis and how to price this into a bid\nDo competitor analysis and understand how this impacts the bid\nDo client risk analysis and how to price this into bids\nRecord material and other prices and maintain contact lists\nFormulate a bid strategy\nUnderstand how to prepare an estimate and the estimating process\nUse Construction Division Codes\nUnderstand how to present a bid\nBe familiar with how to use the bid depository\nUnderstand the requirements for bonding and insurance\nUnderstand the post-bidding process\nWork with project managers to pass on knowledge of the bid\n\nTopics to be covered:\n\nProject analysis\nRisk analysis\nCompetitor analysis\nClient risk analysis\nRecord keeping\nBid strategies\nPreparing estimates and the estimating process\nConstruction Division Codes\nPresenting bids\nBid depository\nBonding and insurance\nPost-bidding process\n\nTwo days (16 hours) of lessons with instructors plus an online portion involving research\, reading and answering questions (7-8 hours) that will be marked by the instructors. \n\n\n Register Now!
URL:https://concept.trainingnetwork.ca/event/construction-estimating-burnaby-2/
LOCATION:Accent Inn\, 3777 Henning Drive\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5C 6N5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business,Construction
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181027T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181027T163000
DTSTAMP:20180924T201551Z
CREATED:20180920T225636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180924T201551Z
UID:7965-1540627200-1540657800@concept.trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:Incident Investigations - Surrey
DESCRIPTION:WorkSafeBC’s amendment to Bill 9 includes two major changes to the requirements for employer incident investigations. First\, section 175 of the Act has been amended to require an employer to undertake a preliminary investigation within 48 hours of the incident. Second\, section 176 of the Act is amended to require an employer to submit a full investigation report to WorkSafeBC within 30 days of an incident. \nThis course is designed to provide participants the required knowledge to understand the principle of incident investigations and the methods used to ensure an adequate investigation is completed. At the end of the session participants will have an understanding of the requirements for investigating incidents\, the tools required to undertake an adequate investigation\, methods involved in successful interviews\, identifying incident causes and completing incident reports. \n\n\nThe program uses a classroom component with video and a multimedia PowerPoint presentation during the session. Participants will take part in a simulated investigation with witnesses to interview\, a scene to evaluate and documentation to complete. This one day session is designed to provide participants with the tools to understand:\n\nThe regulatory requirements to investigate Accidents/Incidents\nWhy are we investigating Accidents/Incidents\nWho makes a good investigator\nHow to gather evidence and information\nHow to photograph a scene\nHow to measure and diagram a scene\nHow to conduct interviews\nWhat is the principle of Root Cause Analysis\nDeveloping recommendations for prevention\nCompleting the Incident Report\n\nInstructor: Terry Duncan is an independent safety specialist with over 30 years of experience in occupational safety. Past roles include safety coordinator for Dominion Bridge of Western Canada\, and safety coordinator/industrial engineer for Freightliner Canada. Terry was also directly involved in the development of the City of Vancouver’s TSC/CSO training program. He has worked in construction\, manufacturing\, forestry\, pulp and paper\, and municipal and provincial governments. In 1998\, Terry was voted Senior Safety Professional of the Year by the Canadian Society of Safety Engineering.\n Register Now!
URL:https://concept.trainingnetwork.ca/event/incident-investigations-surrey/
LOCATION:Ramada Langley & Surrey\, 19225 Hwy 10\, Surrey\, BC\, V3S 8V9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business,Construction,Legal,Safety
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181025T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181026T163000
DTSTAMP:20180710T232600Z
CREATED:20180710T232600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180710T232600Z
UID:7791-1540454400-1540571400@concept.trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:Construction Project Management - Kelowna
DESCRIPTION:Participants will develop skills and knowledge of how to manage a construction project. Participants will gain an understanding of the project processes and constraints encountered by project managers and how to successfully manage a complex project. \nAt the end of the course participants will be able to: \n• Understand the importance of project planning \n• Understand the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBoK 5th Ed) \n• Use the appropriate CCDC/CCA contract and/or Purchase Orders for the project \n• Use risk management tools and mitigate for risk \n• Understand the estimating process \n• Understand the importance of scheduling and use appropriate scheduling tools \n• Understand expectations management and adapt communication accordingly \n• Understand the components of projects – labour\, materials and overheads – and use of techniques to maximize job profitability and minimize costs \n• Do post-mortem analysis after project completion \n• Understand the impact and methodology of construction cost control \n• Use of site and office project cost control methods \n• Use Construction Industry Codes to analyse costs vs budget \n• Adapt the project estimate to a project budget \n• Understand how job costing fits within the overall accounting systems \n• Understand Return on Investment (ROI) and how this impacts required project profit margins \n• Understand the contract process from bidding to project close-out \n• Use of job profit forecasting methods to integrate into company forecasting systems \n• Understand the importance of cash flow projections for construction companies \nTwo days (16 hours) of lessons with instructors plus an online portion involving research\, reading and answering questions (7-8 hours) that will be marked by the instructors. \nTo receive your CPD accredited certificate you must complete the online portion after the 2 day course.\nWhat previous participants have said: \n“Mark is filled with knowledge and experience\, and shares them seamlessly with the course students.” \n“There was lots of info to get through in two days and he kept me interested throughout.” \n“Course was very thorough\, good breakdown of the theory and practical applications.” \n Register Now!
URL:https://concept.trainingnetwork.ca/event/construction-project-management-kelowna/
LOCATION:Kelowna (TBA)\, Kelowna\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business,Construction,Management
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181024T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181024T163000
DTSTAMP:20180913T182939Z
CREATED:20180913T182939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180913T182939Z
UID:7951-1540368000-1540398600@concept.trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:Introduction to Blueprint Reading - Victoria
DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn how to read a set of construction blueprints and specifications. Using both residential and commercial samples of blueprints\, participants will gain experience and practical knowledge for their day-to-day work in construction companies. This course is ideal for those who have little or no background in blueprint reading. At the end of the course participants will be able to:\n\nHave an elementary knowledge of blueprint reading as it relates to building construction projects\nUnderstand in general terms the design process and the role of design professionals\nUnderstand how Building Codes and Bylaws impact blueprints\nUnderstand specifications and the contractual hierarchy\nBe able to find trade information using blueprints\nBe able to answer basic construction questions related to the layout and installation of materials\nBe able to identify elementary problems or short comings of the blueprints you are using\nBe familiar with architectural\, civil\, electrical and mechanical drawings\, and how they fit together\nUnderstand and be able to use architectural & engineering scales\nUnderstand how to convert engineering dimensions to architectural\nKnow what a floor plan\, section and elevation are\nUnderstand symbols\, notation\, abbreviations and material schedules\nBe able to work with the drawings to obtain basic information on dimension\, finishes\, details\, area calculations\, and the ability to do simple material take offs\nBe familiar with both commercial and residential blueprints\n\nTopics to be covered:\n\nBlueprint reading basics\nDesign process and the role of design professionals\nBuilding Codes\, bylaws and building permits\nFind trade information using blueprints\nLayout basics\nArchitectural\, civil\, electrical and mechanical drawings\, and how they fit together\nArchitectural & engineering scales\nFloor plans\, sections and elevations\nSymbols\, notation\, abbreviations and material schedules\nDimension\, finishes\, details\, area calculations\, and material take offs\nUnderstanding specifications\nCommercial and residential blueprints\n\n Register Now!
URL:https://concept.trainingnetwork.ca/event/introduction-to-blueprint-reading-victoria/
LOCATION:Sandman Hotel Victoria\, 2852 Douglas Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8T 4M5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business,Construction,Equipment Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181018T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181019T163000
DTSTAMP:20180419T222450Z
CREATED:20180419T222450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180419T222450Z
UID:7624-1539849600-1539966600@concept.trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:Construction Project Management - Burnaby
DESCRIPTION:Participants will develop skills and knowledge of how to manage a construction project. Participants will gain an understanding of the project processes and constraints encountered by project managers and how to successfully manage a complex project. \nAt the end of the course participants will be able to: \n• Understand the importance of project planning \n• Understand the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBoK 5th Ed) \n• Use the appropriate CCDC/CCA contract and/or Purchase Orders for the project \n• Use risk management tools and mitigate for risk \n• Understand the estimating process \n• Understand the importance of scheduling and use appropriate scheduling tools \n• Understand expectations management and adapt communication accordingly \n• Understand the components of projects – labour\, materials and overheads – and use of techniques to maximize job profitability and minimize costs \n• Do post-mortem analysis after project completion \n• Understand the impact and methodology of construction cost control \n• Use of site and office project cost control methods \n• Use Construction Industry Codes to analyse costs vs budget \n• Adapt the project estimate to a project budget \n• Understand how job costing fits within the overall accounting systems \n• Understand Return on Investment (ROI) and how this impacts required project profit margins \n• Understand the contract process from bidding to project close-out \n• Use of job profit forecasting methods to integrate into company forecasting systems \n• Understand the importance of cash flow projections for construction companies \nTwo days (16 hours) of lessons with instructors plus an online portion involving research\, reading and answering questions (7-8 hours) that will be marked by the instructors. \nTo receive your CPD accredited certificate you must complete the online portion after the 2 day course.  \nWhat previous participants have said: \n“Mark is filled with knowledge and experience\, and shares them seamlessly with the course students.” \n“There was lots of info to get through in two days and he kept me interested throughout.” \n“Course was very thorough\, good breakdown of the theory and practical applications.” \n Register Now!
URL:https://concept.trainingnetwork.ca/event/construction-project-management-burnaby-3/
LOCATION:Accent Inn\, 3777 Henning Drive\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5C 6N5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business,Construction,Management
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180925T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180925T100000
DTSTAMP:20180810T190825Z
CREATED:20180810T190825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180810T190825Z
UID:7893-1537860600-1537869600@concept.trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:Cannabis in the Workplace (Breakfast session) - Burnaby
DESCRIPTION:What are the rights\, responsibilities and risks to employers regarding cannabis in the workplace? What is the impact of recreational or medical use of this drug on your organization and for those in safety-sensitive positions? For medical use\, how do you manage the duty to accommodate process? Do you have the appropriate policy framework in place to face related challenges? \n\nLearn more about the federal “Access to Cannabis for Medical Purposes Regulations”.\nUnderstand that a “prescription” for cannabis does not give an employee the absolute right to use it in the workplace.\nUnderstand your rights when it comes to those in Safety-Sensitive positions.\nDiscuss employee and employer obligations with regard to the use of cannabis.\nRecognize the rights\, responsibilities and risks for both employers and employees to avoid unnecessary litigation.\nIdentify the various ways the use of cannabis impacts the employer-employee relationship\, and what you can do about it.\nIdentify what employers should be doing now to prepare for the pending legalization by reviewing their workplace drug and alcohol policies.\n\nThe pending and significant changes to the legal status of cannabis raise many questions and challenges for B.C. employers and line managers. This fast paced two-hour program is aimed to help you meet some of those challenges and answer questions around the use of cannabis in the workplace. \nPresenter: Pamela Bragg\n\nPamela is a professional consultant\, trainer and coach with over 25 years’ experience in Organizational and Leadership Performance within multi-national environments\, both union and non-union. \nHer professional background includes work as a senior HR Director with Lafarge North America where she was the key HR business partner for the Product Line General Managers (ready mix concrete\, aggregates\, cement manufacturing\, asphalt\, pave and construction) and leadership teams across Western Canada and the PNW US. \nPamela is proudly involved with the BC Trucking Association of which she is an Associate Board Member\, the Canadian Fuels Association\, Concrete BC\, Concrete Alberta\, Roofing Contractors Association\, Canadian Association of Fleet Supervisors and the CEO & Executive Forums. Therefore being quite at home working with clients in the construction materials and road transportation sectors. \nSarkany is a Management and Human Resource Consulting firm dedicated to providing customized solutions for their business clients. \n\nDisclaimer: The content of this presentation is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice.\n Register Now!
URL:https://concept.trainingnetwork.ca/event/cannabis-in-the-workplace-breakfast-session-burnaby/
LOCATION:Accent Inn\, 3777 Henning Drive\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5C 6N5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business,Construction,Human Resources,Legal,Management,Safety
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180924T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180924T163000
DTSTAMP:20180611T165524Z
CREATED:20180611T165524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180611T165524Z
UID:7740-1537774200-1537806600@concept.trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:Trenching and Excavation Safety Workshop - Victoria
DESCRIPTION:The workshop walks participants through a comprehensive program that includes what the WorkSafeBC Regulations & Guidelines state\, safe work procedures and what to do if something goes wrong.\n\nIt covers shoring\, benching\, sloping and shielding systems. It also includes a section on location of underground utilities and the geotechnical and structural engineered documentation requirements.\nUpon completion of this course participants will be able to: \n\nIdentify hazards around trenches and excavations\nBe able to locate underground utilities\nUnderstand soil types\, soil collapse patterns\, and warning signs\nGain familiarity with WorkSafeBC regulations\nUnderstand geotechnical and structural engineered documentation\nUnderstand sloping and benching\nUnderstand shoring and shielding systems\nDescribe and demonstrate where possible safe installation and removal processes\nIdentify emergency procedures for a trench collapse\n\nUpon successful completion\, participants will receive a wallet certificate. \nWhat previous participants said: \n“Course was on point and informative.” \n“Instructor has hands on experience!’ \n“Excellent presentation and explaining.” \n“Very well done. I will hold a company wide meeting to talk about the information provided today.” \n\n Register Now!
URL:https://concept.trainingnetwork.ca/event/trenching-and-excavation-safety-workshop-victoria/
LOCATION:Sandman Hotel Victoria\, 2852 Douglas Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8T 4M5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Construction,Safety
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180924T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180924T083000
DTSTAMP:20180821T183416Z
CREATED:20180821T183248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180821T183416Z
UID:7920-1537770600-1537777800@concept.trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:FREE BREAKFAST - Helpful Aids for Cabinet Installation - Burnaby
DESCRIPTION:Do you work on site installing cabinets and other built-ins? Make a strong first impression by arriving on-site organized for efficient unpacking so you can start work sooner. Smart tools\, jigs and accessories make fitting and installing easier and more precise with less time and effort\, and less mess to clean up later. \nSee how to create a simple organizational system with a place for everything so you know exactly where to find what you need and check that you have everything before leaving. Watch demonstrations from Festool\, Kreg Tools\, and Ultimate Tools staff on tools and accessories for scribing\, installing cabinets and hardware\, and on-site repair. \nIn this seminar\, you’ll learn to: \n\nCreate a simple organizational system to ensure you have the tools and parts you need\nMark\, scribe\, and fit cabinets and mouldings\nUse smart jigs to install cabinet hardware easily and accurately\nLimit and contain the amount of dust produced\nPerform on-site repairs\nAnd much more!\n\nThere is no fee to attend but as space is limited\, please register in advance. \n Register Now!
URL:https://concept.trainingnetwork.ca/event/free-breakfast-helpful-aids-for-cabinet-installation/
LOCATION:Ultimate Tools\, 3847 1st Avenue\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5C 3V6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Construction
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180921T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180921T123000
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UID:7816-1537518600-1537533000@concept.trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:Fall Protection - Burnaby
DESCRIPTION:This is a 4 hour course that introduces workers to Fall Protection methods. Upon completion of this course participants will be able to: \n\nExplain when Fall Protection is required\nIdentify and describe major Fall Protection methods and the key associated FP equipment\nExplain and apply the Fall Protection hierarchy\nDetermine when a Fall Protection Plan is required and describe the main components\nDevelop a Fall Protection Plan based on a given scenario\n\nImportant: Photo ID is required to receive a certificate. \n Register Now!
URL:https://concept.trainingnetwork.ca/event/fall-protection-burnaby-3/
LOCATION:TraumaTech\, 110-2250 Boundary Road\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5M 3Z3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Construction,Equipment Training,Safety
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