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SUMMARY:Supervisors Bootcamp: Practical Leadership Tools for Front Line Supervisors - Kelowna
DESCRIPTION:The Supervisors Bootcamp is designed specifically for front-line supervisors and managers in all industries. It is open to individuals with all levels of experience\, but is most effective for those working for companies with an already established safety management system. \nParticipants will be given a leadership ‘tool kit’ comprised of the simplest but most effective leadership concepts\, from which they can effectively build and develop their own leadership style. They will also take self-assessment questionnaires and participate in exercises based on the actual work they do and the crews they lead. \nThe ideas covered in this course will assist employers to tackle important and emerging issues facing business operations today: \n·         Greater productivity and quality outcomes \n·         Greater safety program effectiveness \n·         Greater worker retention and engagement \nParticipants will leave the session with leadership baselines established\, reference materials and course content\, and practical and personalised leadership goals for them to work towards. \nParticipants will also be introduced to ‘safety-II’ or ‘safety differently’\, and the workshop includes strategies for putting these concepts into practical use. \nWhat previous participants said: \n\n“A lot of good new tools! I help train new guys all the time and a few methods from today will help a lot.” \n“Related to every day life – not just out of the book.” \n“Knowledgeable and personable instructor.” \n“I was impressed with the instructor’s passion and knowledge.” \n“A lot of information to take back to the site.” \nInstructor: Since beginning his career over 25 years ago\, Jeff Lyth has become recognized as an expert and innovator in workplace leadership and safety. He served as Director of Corporate Health and Safety with one of Western Canada’s leading high-rise contractors for nearly a decade during which time he was a facilitator of their leadership development program. He currently works in assisting organizations and safety departments to move beyond conventional views in both leadership and construction safety\, and to break through the performance plateaus associated with those views. \n Register Now!
URL:https://trainingnetwork.ca/event/supervisors-bootcamp-practical-leadership-tools-for-front-line-supervisors-kelowna/
LOCATION:Best Western Plus Kelowna Hotel & Suites\, 2402 Highway 97 North\, Kelowna\, British Columbia\, V1X 4J1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business,Construction,Management,Safety
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190910T163000
DTSTAMP:20260408T025948
CREATED:20190422T181836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190422T181836Z
UID:8570-1568102400-1568133000@trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:Responsibilities of Joint Health and Safety Committees - Burnaby
DESCRIPTION:On April 3\, 2017\, changes to the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation regarding joint health and safety committees and worker health and safety representatives took effect. All new joint committee members selected on or after April 3\, 2017 must receive eight hours of training. This course will help participants fulfill the new requirement. \n\nParticipants will: \n\nKnow how to use the OHS Regulation and WC Act to access health & safety requirements;\nExplain the roles and functions of the Joint Committee and the Worker Representatives;\nLearn how to perform an incident investigation;\nLearn how to perform a formal site inspection; and\nDevelop a foundation in knowledge to:\n\nPromote workplace health and safety\nAssist in ensuring the health and safety program elements are implemented;\nConduct and participate in Joint Committee Meetings; and\nWork cooperatively to address workers’ health and safety concerns.\n\n\n\nTopics covered: \n\nUse of WorkSafe OHS Regulation;\nJoint Health and Safety committee and workers representatives;\nOHS Program;\nSafety Inspections;\nIncident investigations;\nRefusal of unsafe work;\nHow to work as a committee;\nDifferent types of recommendations; and\nHazard management.\n\n Register Now!
URL:https://trainingnetwork.ca/event/responsibilities-of-joint-health-and-safety-committees-burnaby-12/
LOCATION:Universal Health and Safety\, 201-4199 Lougheed Hwy\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5C 3Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business,Legal,Safety
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190909T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190909T163000
DTSTAMP:20260408T025948
CREATED:20190529T144056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190529T144056Z
UID:8650-1568016000-1568046600@trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:Construction Industry Ethics - Kelowna
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://trainingnetwork.ca/event/construction-industry-ethics-kelowna/
LOCATION:Fairfield Inn and Suites Kelowna\, 1655 Powick Road\, Kelowna\, BC\, V1X 4L1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business,Construction
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190830T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190830T163000
DTSTAMP:20260408T025948
CREATED:20190422T175725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190821T175301Z
UID:8550-1567153800-1567182600@trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:SOLD OUT! Occupational First Aid Level 1 - Burnaby
DESCRIPTION:Occupational First Aid (OFA) Level 1 is a one-day course designed to cover all medical techniques considered to be within the responsibility of the Occupational First Aid Level 1 Attendant as required by WorkSafeBC. \nIn order to be successful\, participants must demonstrate practical skill competency and achieve 70% on a multiple choice exam. On successful completion of the course\, participants receive a 3-year certification. \nImportant: Photo ID is required to receive a certificate. \n Register Now!
URL:https://trainingnetwork.ca/event/occupational-first-aid-level-1-burnaby-16/
LOCATION:Universal Health and Safety\, 201-4199 Lougheed Hwy\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5C 3Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Safety
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190823T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190823T160000
DTSTAMP:20260408T025948
CREATED:20190329T161833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190329T161833Z
UID:8471-1566545400-1566576000@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://trainingnetwork.ca/event/how-to-be-a-better-foreman-burnaby-4/
LOCATION:Accent Inn\, 3777 Henning Drive\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5C 6N5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Construction,Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190822T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190822T163000
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SUMMARY:Sales Skills Workshop - Burnaby
DESCRIPTION:Today’s customers have more choice and power\, which means they are more demanding and less loyal. This new reality renders traditional selling strategies and techniques dangerously obsolete.  Do you want to be more competitive? Increase your margins? Keep your work flow steady and less cyclical? This seminar will help everyone in your company grasp the strategies and tactics required to meet your best potential clients and close the sale. In this powerful and practical one-day workshop participants will learn a new mind-set\, skill-set and tool-set essential for achieving sales cycle success in the new economy.\n\n\nParticipants will learn: \n\n\n\n\n\nA customer-centered and value-based approach to selling.\nStrategies and techniques on how to build and sustain relationships and create customer loyalty.\nHow to ensure you are having the right meeting with the right people at the right time in the right place for the right reasons.\nThe eight step customer buying/decision-making process and when to apply the appropriate selling strategies and skills.\n\n\n\n\nThe three types of buying decisions and how to conduct a stakeholder analysis to identify all buying influences and who has the real decision making power.\nHow to present solutions in a powerfully persuasive manner.\nHow to successfully secure commitment without using high pressure\, manipulative closing techniques.\nNegotiating strategies and tactics that create win-win margin-maintaining outcomes.\n\n \n\n\n\nInstructor: Greg Campeau has delivered over 2400 presentations and workshops throughout North America providing strategies and solutions that support both personal and organizational success. He has established a client list that includes organizations like Finning\, Lafarge\, NHL Coaches Association\, BC Hydro\, Rogers Wireless\, APEG BC\, SNC Lavalin\, Klohn Crippen Berger and many more. \n\nWhat previous participants said: \n“Very impressive! Complete eye opener and gives a new outlook on everything.” \n“Easy to follow\, very active.” \n“I thought it was great content. Lots of food for thought.” \n\n Register Now!
URL:https://trainingnetwork.ca/event/sales-skills-workshop-burnaby/
LOCATION:Accent Inn\, 3777 Henning Drive\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5C 6N5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190820T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190820T163000
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CREATED:20190313T183849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190313T183849Z
UID:8399-1566288000-1566318600@trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:Effective Management Skills - Victoria
DESCRIPTION:Everyone agrees that the most important asset of any organization is the human asset.  Thus\, the all important question becomes – How much untapped potential\, energy\, commitment and creativity currently exists within your organization\, team or department?  What would it mean to your culture and bottom-line if you could learn to unleash just 10% more of the latent human potential?\n\n\n\nThis course is for all managers\, supervisors\, team leaders or anyone who is responsible for achieving results through people and who want to bring the best out in people. \nParticipants will deepen their understanding of motivation\, engagement\, delegation / empowerment and practical feedback skills in this interactive (NO role plays)\, high energy and thought-provoking seminar. \nParticipants will learn proven\, powerful and practical strategies and techniques that will last a life-time and can be applied the next day. \nModule ONE – Creating a Culture of Engagement & Teamwork \n\n\n\nUnderstanding group dynamics and how to develop team synergy\nThe 11 characteristics of high performance teams (assessment tool)\nTeam meeting communications (assessment tool)\nDeveloping clear performance expectations for the team\nThe four core elements of a high performance team\nThe most common team pitfalls and how to avoid them\nThe seven roles of a highly effective team leader\n\nModule TWO – Delegation & Empowerment \n\nThe principles of effective delegation\nWhat empowerment really means and why it is so important\nThe complete 7 step delegation process\nThe risks and restrictions of empowering people\nHow to determine how much freedom and latitude to give an employee in terms of   “how” to do a task\nThe vital importance of developing clear “outcome-based” performance expectations whenever possible\nA tool to determine what performance feedback is appropriate to give each employee\nHow to teach and facilitate a process for employee problem solving to prevent reverse delegation\nThe essential difference between accountability and responsibility\n\nModule THREE – Core Communication Skills \n\nHow to create constructive coaching conversations (effective one-on-one communication)\nHow to listen so that people feel understood\nHow put  forth ones opinion or idea in manner most likely to gain acceptance and buy-in\nHow to say no to some without rupturing the relationship\nHow disagree someone without being disagreeable\nHow to confront someone who’s behavior is problematic to you in a manner that minimizes defensiveness and best produces desired behavior change\n\nModule FOUR – Coaching & Feedback Skills \n\nHow to ensure what you say “sticks” with people delivering your message in a manner that optimizes clarity of understanding\nThe essential difference between influence and persuasion\nHow to plan and prepare for delivering difficult Re-directive feedback\nHow to deliver Re-directive feedback in a manner that no one gets hurt\nThe four steps and four levels of Re-directive feedback\nHow to deliver Re-enforcing or positive feedback in a manner that makes it meaningful\n\n\nInstructor: Greg Campeau has delivered over 2400 presentations and workshops throughout North America providing strategies and solutions that support both personal and organizational success. He has established a client list that includes organizations like Finning\, Lafarge\, NHL Coaches Association\, BC Hydro\, Rogers Wireless\, APEG BC\, SNC Lavalin\, Klohn Crippen Berger and many more. \n\n\n\nWhat previous participants said: \n“This course was not good\, it was excellent!” \n“Overall\, this is honestly the best one day course I have ever attended.” \n“Comprehensive and valuable.” \n“Instructor has excellent communication skills – very engaging.” \n Register Now!
URL:https://trainingnetwork.ca/event/effective-management-skills-victoria/
LOCATION:Sandman Hotel Victoria\, 2852 Douglas Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8T 4M5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business,Human Resources,Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190817T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190817T163000
DTSTAMP:20260408T025948
CREATED:20190422T175642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190422T175642Z
UID:8548-1566030600-1566059400@trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:Occupational First Aid Level 1 - Burnaby
DESCRIPTION:Occupational First Aid (OFA) Level 1 is a one-day course designed to cover all medical techniques considered to be within the responsibility of the Occupational First Aid Level 1 Attendant as required by WorkSafeBC. \nIn order to be successful\, participants must demonstrate practical skill competency and achieve 70% on a multiple choice exam. On successful completion of the course\, participants receive a 3-year certification. \nImportant: Photo ID is required to receive a certificate. \n Register Now!
URL:https://trainingnetwork.ca/event/occupational-first-aid-level-1-burnaby-12/
LOCATION:Universal Health and Safety\, 201-4199 Lougheed Hwy\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5C 3Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Safety
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190816T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190816T163000
DTSTAMP:20260408T025948
CREATED:20190730T215630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190730T215630Z
UID:8756-1565958600-1565973000@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://trainingnetwork.ca/event/fall-protection-burnaby-4/
LOCATION:Universal Health and Safety\, 201-4199 Lougheed Hwy\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5C 3Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Construction,Safety
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190814T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190814T163000
DTSTAMP:20260408T025948
CREATED:20190422T181748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190422T181748Z
UID:8568-1565769600-1565800200@trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:Responsibilities of Joint Health and Safety Committees - Burnaby
DESCRIPTION:On April 3\, 2017\, changes to the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation regarding joint health and safety committees and worker health and safety representatives took effect. All new joint committee members selected on or after April 3\, 2017 must receive eight hours of training. This course will help participants fulfill the new requirement. \n\nParticipants will: \n\nKnow how to use the OHS Regulation and WC Act to access health & safety requirements;\nExplain the roles and functions of the Joint Committee and the Worker Representatives;\nLearn how to perform an incident investigation;\nLearn how to perform a formal site inspection; and\nDevelop a foundation in knowledge to:\n\nPromote workplace health and safety\nAssist in ensuring the health and safety program elements are implemented;\nConduct and participate in Joint Committee Meetings; and\nWork cooperatively to address workers’ health and safety concerns.\n\n\n\nTopics covered: \n\nUse of WorkSafe OHS Regulation;\nJoint Health and Safety committee and workers representatives;\nOHS Program;\nSafety Inspections;\nIncident investigations;\nRefusal of unsafe work;\nHow to work as a committee;\nDifferent types of recommendations; and\nHazard management.\n\n Register Now!
URL:https://trainingnetwork.ca/event/responsibilities-of-joint-health-and-safety-committees-burnaby-11/
LOCATION:Universal Health and Safety\, 201-4199 Lougheed Hwy\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5C 3Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business,Legal,Safety
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190812T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190812T163000
DTSTAMP:20260408T025948
CREATED:20190318T184839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190318T184839Z
UID:8415-1565596800-1565627400@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. To receive your CPD accredited certificate you must complete the online portion after the 2 day course. \n\n\n Register Now!
URL:https://trainingnetwork.ca/event/construction-estimating-burnaby-6/
LOCATION:Accent Inn\, 3777 Henning Drive\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5C 6N5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Construction
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190809T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190809T103000
DTSTAMP:20260408T025948
CREATED:20190314T170655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190314T170655Z
UID:8407-1565335800-1565346600@trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:An Overview of Tendering Law (Breakfast Session) - Burnaby
DESCRIPTION:As a method of procurement\, tendering can be fraught with risks. Errors in accepting or evaluating bids can result in legal liability on the part of the tendering authority.  Errors in the bid submitted in response to an Invitation to Tender can result in legal liability on the part of the bidder.  The law of tenders is complicated and constantly evolving as the courts and the construction industry adapt to new technology and evolving project delivery methods. \nCourse Outline: \n\nIntroduction to the law of tendering including an overview of:\n\n\nThe difference between tenders and RFPs and other procurement methods\nThe bidder’s obligations to the tendering authority\nThe tendering authority’s obligations to the bidder\n\n\nTendering case law update and discussion of recent decisions\nPractical tips and advice on key aspects of tendering\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 Register Now!
URL:https://trainingnetwork.ca/event/an-overview-of-tendering-law-breakfast-session-burnaby/
LOCATION:Accent Inn\, 3777 Henning Drive\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5C 6N5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business,Legal,Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190808T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190809T163000
DTSTAMP:20260408T025948
CREATED:20190305T233944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190305T233944Z
UID:8281-1565251200-1565368200@trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:Microsoft Project - Burnaby
DESCRIPTION:The main objective of this 2-day course is to introduce the commands\, functions\, and capabilities of Microsoft Project. It is designed for computer users who are new to Microsoft Project who want to gain a thorough understanding of one of the world’s most popular project management software packages. \n\n\nThe following list summarizes skills that participants will be comfortable with after this course. \n\n\nUnderstanding Views\, Screen Tips\, Ribbon\, and the Quick Access toolbar;\nCreate\, edit and outline a task list\, establish dependencies by linking tasks\nAdd and assign resources\, work with project calendars\, and enter project costs\nPrint project information and customize reports\nApply task type settings\, set task constraints\nApply preset and custom contours\, edit resource assignments and set and modify a baseline\nTrack and report on an active project and compare to baseline\nSort\, filter\, and group views\nFormat views and the Gantt chart\nCustomize Microsoft project elements including tables\, views\, and reports\nUse sample templates\, create custom templates\, and use the organizer to manage project elements\nDisplay progress lines\, apply earned value tables\, and conduct pert analysis\nCreate master projects\, insert and work with subprojects\, and create links to external tasks\nRunning multiple projects with a common resource pool\n\n\n\nThis hands-on course is taught by a certified Microsoft Master Instructor. Participants will receive authorized Microsoft manuals and Microsoft approved practice exercises. \nAll participants will be provided with laptops. \nMax participants: 12 \nWhat previous participants said: \n“Well instructed\, good pace.” \n“Very knowledgeable and good teacher!” \n“Course was laid out in a very logical and easy to follow manner.” \n“I have been involved in more than my share of industry education and training across the country and can say taking your course provided genuine value and added tools for advancement.” \n“Not only did you bring your in-depth knowledge of MS Project\, but provided a real benefit to learn under your personal approach and understanding of the audience\, both in their industry and skill sets.” \n Register Now!
URL:https://trainingnetwork.ca/event/microsoft-project-burnaby-6/
LOCATION:Accent Inn\, 3777 Henning Drive\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5C 6N5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business,Equipment Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190729T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190729T163000
DTSTAMP:20260408T025948
CREATED:20190521T153605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190725T162436Z
UID:8614-1564387200-1564417800@trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:SOLD OUT! Project Accounting and Cost Control - Burnaby
DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn how to design and read various construction financial reports and improve the business systems of their construction company. \nAt the end of the course participants will be able to: \n• Understand the various types of contracts within the construction industry and the implications to the design of project financial management and stakeholder satisfaction.\n• Understand the estimating process from bid to award to mobilization. Be able to read and understand a General Summary Sheet of the bid and the steps to producing a Project Budget.\n• Understand the various types of Change Order methods within the contract and the implications for Change Order reporting. Be able to link the site resources to a Daily Extra Report and the coding to the General Ledger.\n• Be able to read financial statements: income statement\, balance sheet\, cashflow\, job cost reports\, etc and make decisions on a timely basis.\n• Be able to forecast percentage of completion reports: projected income statements\, job costing and cashflow to satisfy internal and external stakeholders eg.\, banks\, bonding company.\n• Understand and calculate various financial ratios used to understand financial reports and create company dashboards.\n• Understand the holdback requirements of the Builder’s Lien Act and typical invoicing processes used at month end.\n• Be able to calculate aged accounts payable and receivables separate from holdback amounts.\n• Understand the importance of payroll reporting and being able to link this to the project schedule and labour productivity assumptions used by the estimating team.\n• Understand the importance of procurement internal controls and the normal process used for both accrual based accounting and committed cost accounting.\n• Understand the normal close out processes and the reports expected for project budget vs actual\, deficiencies and warranties.\nInstructor: Tim Williams\, B.Econ.\, MBA\, 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 on behalf of construction industry associations across Western Canada. \n Register Now!
URL:https://trainingnetwork.ca/event/project-accounting-and-cost-control-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:20190725T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190726T163000
DTSTAMP:20260408T025948
CREATED:20190318T185748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190318T185748Z
UID:8429-1564041600-1564158600@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://trainingnetwork.ca/event/construction-law-burnaby-5/
LOCATION:Accent Inn\, 3777 Henning Drive\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5C 6N5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Construction,Legal,Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190724T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190724T163000
DTSTAMP:20260408T025948
CREATED:20190308T220853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190416T160512Z
UID:8353-1563955200-1563985800@trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:Lean for Construction: A Practical Approach - Burnaby
DESCRIPTION:The application of Lean Construction principles within the industry has gained considerable traction over the last decade due to the need for productivity gains and shortened lead times. \nThe challenge is that traditional Lean is centered around manufacturing environments\, making some tools ineffective in the construction arena. In this session\, learn a simple and practical approach to implementing the Lean concepts within construction to boost productivity\, shorten lead times\, and heighten customer value.\n\nIn this fun and interactive full-day workshop\, participants will be introduced to key Lean tools:\n\nThe 8 types of waste negatively impacting cost\, lead time\, and quality\nHow to use Value Stream Maps to identify where waste is\nThe 5S system for maintaining a safe and organized work environment\nThe Last Planner® System for heightened collaboration and effective work plans\nThe Plan\, Do\, Check\, Act system for problem solving\n\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! \nInstructor: Christy Nikel\, President and Principal\, LeanU \nChristy is on a mission to help companies engage employees to solve problems. As a Master Lean Black Belt with 15 years of experience teaching and applying the tools\, her goal is to teach Lean in a practical\, effective and energizing way. She has experience across a multitude of industries and is currently leading a group Lean Construction program in the Okanagan\, helping 15 companies implement the tools within their organizations. Her energy and passion are contagious\, and she has gained a reputation for generating enthusiasm while obtaining results.\nWhat previous participants said: \n“This was one of the best courses that I have attended. The Last Planner Tool was eye opening.” \n“Great energy – clearly passionate and it does make a difference to have that kind of presenter.” \n“Relevant content to our business. Good execution!” \n Register Now!
URL:https://trainingnetwork.ca/event/lean-for-construction-a-practical-approach-burnaby-2/
LOCATION:Accent Inn\, 3777 Henning Drive\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5C 6N5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Construction
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190723T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190723T100000
DTSTAMP:20260408T025948
CREATED:20190529T172736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190529T172736Z
UID:8652-1563867000-1563876000@trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:Reasonable Suspicion for Supervisors (Breakfast Session) - Prince George
DESCRIPTION:Reasonable suspicion testing is performed when a Supervisor has evidence or reasonable cause to suspect an employee of drug or alcohol impairment while at work. Evidence is based upon direct observation\, either by a supervisor or another employee. \nThis session is designed to provide Supervisors in safety-sensitive environment in making objective decisions about reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing\, including: \n\nWhat is Reasonable Suspicion Testing\nDrug Use Stats\nEmployer & Employees Obligations Under the Policy & the Law\nThe 5 Steps to Testing\nSigns & Symptoms\nHow to Document\n\nThis session will also discuss the potential consequences for positive tests and look at some suggestions for updating your company policies. \nPresenter: Pamela Bragg \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. Her 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. \nDisclaimer: The content of this presentation is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice. \n Register Now!
URL:https://trainingnetwork.ca/event/reasonable-suspicion-for-supervisors-breakfast-session-prince-george/
LOCATION:Sandman Signature Prince George\, 2990 Recplace Drive\, Prince George\, BC\, V2N 0B2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business,Construction,Human Resources,Legal,Management,Safety
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190720T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190720T163000
DTSTAMP:20260408T025948
CREATED:20190527T191449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190527T191449Z
UID:8648-1563607800-1563640200@trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:Hazard Recognition and Control - Burnaby
DESCRIPTION:This session is designed to provide participants the required knowledge to understand the principle of hazard recognition and control as well as the methods used to ensure hazards are identified and adequately addressed in the workplace. At the end of the session participants will have an understanding of the requirements for identifying hazards\, the tools required to assess the identified hazards and score them by priority\, and methods to take the information gathered and develop Safe Work Procedures to mitigate the hazards. Participants will take part in reviewing a number of hazard scenarios as well as developing procedures to mitigate the identified hazards.\n\nTopics covered:\n\nThe regulatory requirements to identify and assess hazards.\nWho may do a hazard assessment?\nHow to gather information regarding the hazards of a process?\nHow to conduct interviews with persons familiar with the process being assessed?\nDeveloping appropriate conclusions and mitigating factors.\nCompleting the Hazard Assessment Form and develop Safe Work Procedures.\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\nWhat previous participants said:\n“Excellent course! More info than expected!”\n“Very interesting course and knowledgeable instructor.”\n“Instructor has lots of real world experience and examples.”\n Register Now!
URL:https://trainingnetwork.ca/event/hazard-recognition-and-control-burnaby-5/
LOCATION:Accent Inn\, 3777 Henning Drive\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5C 6N5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Construction,Management,Safety
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190718T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190719T163000
DTSTAMP:20260408T025948
CREATED:20190318T184732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190318T184732Z
UID:8413-1563436800-1563553800@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. \n Register Now!
URL:https://trainingnetwork.ca/event/construction-project-management-burnaby-8/
LOCATION:Accent Inn\, 3777 Henning Drive\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5C 6N5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Construction,Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190717T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190717T163000
DTSTAMP:20260408T025948
CREATED:20190318T185538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190318T185538Z
UID:8427-1563350400-1563381000@trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:Change Order Management - Burnaby
DESCRIPTION:Changes are an inevitable part of the construction process but if not managed well\, change orders can cause unnecessary project disruptions and lead to cost increases and schedule delays. This course will provide participants with best practices for successfully navigating this complex project management challenge. \nAt the end of the course participants will be able: \n\nIdentify changes from the original contract\nDocument the changes\nPrice changes fairly and realistically\nPresent and negotiate changes collaboratively\nUnderstand the importance of early detection of change orders\nNegotiate delay claims caused by changes\nUnderstand the wording within commonly used contracts eg.\, CCDC 2 and CCA 1\nDevelop a change order process for a construction company\nIssue a notice of dispute\nProactively negotiating fair time and material rates at the bidding stage of a project.\n\nInstructor: Tim Williams\, B.Econ.\, MBA\, 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 on behalf of construction industry associations across Western Canada. \nWhat previous participants said:\n“Completely satisfied. More information was presented than I was expecting.”\n“Instructor broke down information into tangible concepts.”\n“The instructor is great; I would like to take more courses with him.”\n Register Now!
URL:https://trainingnetwork.ca/event/change-order-management-burnaby-4/
LOCATION:Accent Inn\, 3777 Henning Drive\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5C 6N5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Construction,Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190716T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190716T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T025948
CREATED:20190416T223624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190416T223624Z
UID:8529-1563262200-1563278400@trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:Assertiveness - How to Set Boundaries and Avoid Conflict - Burnaby
DESCRIPTION:Assertiveness is often mistaken for aggression but this is not the case. \nThis workshop will allow workers and supervisors alike to understand the importance of being assertive and establishing workplace boundaries. When everyone in the workplace has a clear understanding of what is expected and how they will be treated\, there is no room for misunderstandings. \nLearn how to communicate with others and establish your own bill of rights. \nTopics covered: \n\nDefining assertiveness and boundaries\nAwareness of effective boundaries\nUnderstanding assertiveness role in a healthy workplace\nSteps to being assertive\n\nInstructor: Jeffrey Cartwright’s background includes 25 years experience working as a paramedic\, firefighter and in the field of trauma response. He joined the New Westminster Fire and Rescue Services in August of 1995 after 3 years with BC Ambulance Service. He was promoted to qualified officer in 2009\, and has since been confirmed to the ranks of Lieutenant\, Captain and acting Battalion Chief. He joined the Critical Incident Stress Management team in 2000.  He has developed many initiatives for the team members by introducing them to the latest techniques and training. Jeffrey has transferred his skills to the private sector to facilitate training in the prevention of\, and response to\, traumatic events that can occur in any workplace. \n Register Now!
URL:https://trainingnetwork.ca/event/assertiveness-how-to-set-boundaries-and-avoid-conflict-burnaby/
LOCATION:Accent Inn\, 3777 Henning Drive\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5C 6N5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business,Human Resources,Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190712T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190712T100000
DTSTAMP:20260408T025948
CREATED:20190529T185341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190529T185341Z
UID:8662-1562916600-1562925600@trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:Meaningful Performance & Development Conversations (Breakfast Session) - Burnaby
DESCRIPTION:Managing the performance of others is more than just an annual review. Meaningful performance management is an ongoing process that results in continuous improvement\, enhanced performance\, clear expectations and objective measurement.  However\, there are times when you need to hold employees accountable and having documented performance management processes is in your best interests. \nIn this session we will discuss: \n\nHow to prepare for the conversation\nHow to monitor performance\nHow to communicate feedback\nHow to be specific and hold employees accountable\n\nPresenter: Pamela Bragg \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. Her 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. \nDisclaimer: The content of this presentation is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice. \n Register Now!
URL:https://trainingnetwork.ca/event/meaningful-performance-development-conversations-breakfast-session-burnaby/
LOCATION:Accent Inn\, 3777 Henning Drive\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5C 6N5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business,Human Resources,Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190709T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190709T163000
DTSTAMP:20260408T025948
CREATED:20190422T181652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190422T181652Z
UID:8566-1562659200-1562689800@trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:Responsibilities of Joint Health and Safety Committees - Burnaby
DESCRIPTION:On April 3\, 2017\, changes to the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation regarding joint health and safety committees and worker health and safety representatives took effect. All new joint committee members selected on or after April 3\, 2017 must receive eight hours of training. This course will help participants fulfill the new requirement. \n\nParticipants will: \n\nKnow how to use the OHS Regulation and WC Act to access health & safety requirements;\nExplain the roles and functions of the Joint Committee and the Worker Representatives;\nLearn how to perform an incident investigation;\nLearn how to perform a formal site inspection; and\nDevelop a foundation in knowledge to:\n\nPromote workplace health and safety\nAssist in ensuring the health and safety program elements are implemented;\nConduct and participate in Joint Committee Meetings; and\nWork cooperatively to address workers’ health and safety concerns.\n\n\n\nTopics covered: \n\nUse of WorkSafe OHS Regulation;\nJoint Health and Safety committee and workers representatives;\nOHS Program;\nSafety Inspections;\nIncident investigations;\nRefusal of unsafe work;\nHow to work as a committee;\nDifferent types of recommendations; and\nHazard management.\n\n Register Now!
URL:https://trainingnetwork.ca/event/responsibilities-of-joint-health-and-safety-committees-burnaby-7/
LOCATION:Universal Health and Safety\, 201-4199 Lougheed Hwy\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5C 3Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Legal,Safety
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190627T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190627T163000
DTSTAMP:20260408T025948
CREATED:20190328T224441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190328T224441Z
UID:8457-1561622400-1561653000@trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:Supervisors Bootcamp - Practical Leadership Tools for Front Line Supervisors - Burnaby
DESCRIPTION:The Supervisors Bootcamp is designed specifically for front-line supervisors and managers in all industries. It is open to individuals with all levels of experience\, but is most effective for those working for companies with an already established safety management system. \nParticipants will be given a leadership ‘tool kit’ comprised of the simplest but most effective leadership concepts\, from which they can effectively build and develop their own leadership style. They will also take self-assessment questionnaires and participate in exercises based on the actual work they do and the crews they lead. \nThe ideas covered in this course will assist employers to tackle important and emerging issues facing business operations today: \n·         Greater productivity and quality outcomes \n·         Greater safety program effectiveness \n·         Greater worker retention and engagement \nParticipants will leave the session with leadership baselines established\, reference materials and course content\, and practical and personalised leadership goals for them to work towards. \nParticipants will also be introduced to ‘safety-II’ or ‘safety differently’\, and the workshop includes strategies for putting these concepts into practical use. \nWhat previous participants said: \n\n“A lot of good new tools! I help train new guys all the time and a few methods from today will help a lot.” \n“Related to every day life – not just out of the book.” \n“Knowledgeable and personable instructor.” \n“I was impressed with the instructor’s passion and knowledge.” \n“A lot of information to take back to the site.” \nInstructor: Since beginning his career over 25 years ago\, Jeff Lyth has become recognized as an expert and innovator in workplace leadership and safety. He served as Director of Corporate Health and Safety with one of Western Canada’s leading high-rise contractors for nearly a decade during which time he was a facilitator of their leadership development program. He currently works in assisting organizations and safety departments to move beyond conventional views in both leadership and construction safety\, and to break through the performance plateaus associated with those views. \n Register Now!
URL:https://trainingnetwork.ca/event/supervisors-bootcamp-practical-leadership-tools-for-front-line-supervisors-burnaby-3/
LOCATION:Accent Inn\, 3777 Henning Drive\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5C 6N5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business,Construction,Management,Safety
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190626T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190626T163000
DTSTAMP:20260408T025948
CREATED:20190403T170750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190403T170802Z
UID:8480-1561536000-1561566600@trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:Effective Implementation and Practical Applications of Infection Control During Construction\, Renovation and Maintenance of Healthcare Facilities - Burnaby
DESCRIPTION:Construction\, renovation\, and maintenance of health care facilities bring specific risks associated with potentially fatal infection and illness. The establishment of a thorough infection control system\, along with the necessary procedures to ensure that current\, relevant information is maintained\, is critical to protecting patients\, staff and visitors. Updated to include all the latest elements of the latest version of CSA Z317.13 – Infection Control During Construction\, Renovation\, and Maintenance of Health Care Facilities – this interactive and informative course features newly designed exercises and case studies. \nBuilding on the foundation established by Fundamentals of Infection Control During Construction\, Renovation and Maintenance of Health Care Facilities\, participants will gain insight into the latest developments and requirements of this critical field and acquire practical knowledge on how to apply the necessary measures to help control risk. \nCourse Outline \nSelection and Handling of Construction Materials \n\nConsiderations\nReview of new materials and equipment\nNew requirements for handling and storage of moisture susceptible materials and HVAC equipment\n\nDamage Control \n\nWater leaks and flooding\nContainment of dust and mould\nMaintenance of construction equipment\nWater system management\n\nInfection Prevention and Control Measures Levels I – IV \n\nIn-depth examination of the rewritten procedures for 2013 to be followed before\, during and after construction in each of the four levels identified in Table I of the standards\nExamination of real life case studies\nGreenfield construction issues\nQuality management requirements\nSelection of maintenance of construction equipment\n\nRecommended Practices \n\nReview of non-mandatory sections added to the standard in 2013\nExamples of construction details and surveillance\nReview of the roles and responsibilities of infection prevention and control professionals\n\nUpon successful completion of this course\, you will be able to: \n\nReview and understand all new components that have been added to the 2012 edition of the CSA Z317.13\nIdentify and learn to implement effective procedures during construction\, renovation and maintenance of health care facilities\nPractice real life application of the standard\nEngage in practical discussions around the appropriate actions to help mitigate risks and implement damage control procedures\nLearn how to apply innovative thinking in the field of infection prevention and control measure for new construction projects and/or significant additions\n\nWho should attend? \n\nContractors\nConstruction Managers\nArchitects and Design Engineers\nCommissioning Teams\n\nIncluded with registration: Z317.13-12 Standard – Infection Control During Construction\, Renovation and Maintenance of Health Care Facilities (A $150 value) \nInstructor: Mike Hickey – MF Hickey Consulting \nPresident\, Prince George Hospice Society\nDirector\, Canadian Centre for Healthcare Facilities\nMike Hickey was recently the Director; Facilities Management and Support Services for Northern Health Authority based in Prince George\, BC. Prior to moving to northern BC\, Mike served as an Assistant Director of Facilities Management with the Healthcare Corporation of St. John’s and has worked in both acute care and long term care. He has also completed the management programs of Modern Management\, Quality Management for Healthcare Professionals\, Health Services Management\, and Long Term Care Senior management (academic excellence award) through the Canadian Healthcare Association. He is currently past Chair of the BC Chapter of the Canadian Healthcare Engineering Society (CHES)\, as well as past National President of CHES.  Mike is also a Faculty member for the Canadian Healthcare Construction Program course\, a joint effort of CHES (Canadian Healthcare Engineering Society) and ASHE (American Society for Healthcare Engineering).  He is also a faculty member of the Canadian Standards Association for CSA Standard Z317.13-12\, Infection Control during Construction\, Renovation and Maintenance of Healthcare Facilities.\n*Note: This is Part 2 of an optional 2 Part course – Part 1: Fundamentals of Infection Control\, and Part 2: Effective Implementation and Practical Applications of Infection Control. Part 1 will take place right before this course\, on Tuesday\, June 25\, 2019. \nIf you would like to take both courses\, please register for each course individually. \n Register Now!
URL:https://trainingnetwork.ca/event/effective-implementation-and-practical-applications-of-infection-control-during-construction-renovation-and-maintenance-of-healthcare-facilities-burnaby/
LOCATION:Accent Inn\, 3777 Henning Drive\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5C 6N5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Construction,Safety
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190625T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190625T163000
DTSTAMP:20260408T025948
CREATED:20190403T170632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190403T170632Z
UID:8478-1561449600-1561480200@trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:Fundamentals of Infection Control During Construction\, Renovation and Maintenance of Healthcare Facilities - Burnaby
DESCRIPTION:Construction\, renovation\, and maintenance of health care facilities bring specific risks associated with potentially fatal infection and illness. Preventing and controlling infection while these activities take place requires the implementation and support of preventive measures intended to protect patients\, staff\, and visitors from potential harm. Focusing on the application of the CSA Z317.13 standard\, participants will learn how to address necessary measures and help control infection risk in health care facilities. \nCourse Outline \nBackground and Development of CSA Z317.13 \n\nHow and why the Standard was developed\nRisk factors and construction related infections\n\nInfection Prevention and Control Measures – Levels I – IV \n\nIn-Depth examination of proper procedures before\, during and after construction in each of the four levels identified in Table I of the Standard\nHypothetic case studies to test accuracy in identifying levels of control necessary for compliance and discussing outcomes\n\nProcedures \n\nInfection prevention and control measures\nMultidisciplinary teams\nPreventative measures analysis – tables I\, II\, III\n\nRecommended Practices \n\nBest practices in the industry that exceed current standard requirements\n\nUpon successful completion of this course\, you will be able to: \n\nGain a general understanding of CSA Z317.13\nIdentify the risk factors and sources of health care facility infections\nIdentify all staff who should be involved in infection prevention and control measures during any aspect of construction\, renovation and maintenance activities\nReview effective infection prevention and control procedures during construction\, renovation and maintenance\nUnderstand and effectively apply infection prevention and control measures for renovation and/or new construction projects\nLearn about industry best practices and how they can apply to your specific role\n\nWho should attend? \n\nContractors\nConstruction Managers\nArchitects and Design Engineers\nCommissioning Teams\n\nInstructor: Mike Hickey – MF Hickey Consulting \nPresident\, Prince George Hospice Society\nDirector\, Canadian Centre for Healthcare Facilities\nMike Hickey was recently the Director; Facilities Management and Support Services for Northern Health Authority based in Prince George\, BC. Prior to moving to northern BC\, Mike served as an Assistant Director of Facilities Management with the Healthcare Corporation of St. John’s and has worked in both acute care and long term care. He has also completed the management programs of Modern Management\, Quality Management for Healthcare Professionals\, Health Services Management\, and Long Term Care Senior management (academic excellence award) through the Canadian Healthcare Association. He is currently past Chair of the BC Chapter of the Canadian Healthcare Engineering Society (CHES)\, as well as past National President of CHES.  Mike is also a Faculty member for the Canadian Healthcare Construction Program course\, a joint effort of CHES (Canadian Healthcare Engineering Society) and ASHE (American Society for Healthcare Engineering).  He is also a faculty member of the Canadian Standards Association for CSA Standard Z317.13-12\, Infection Control during Construction\, Renovation and Maintenance of Healthcare Facilities.\n*Note: This is Part 1 of an optional 2 Part course – Part 1: Fundamentals of Infection Control\, and Part 2: Effective Implementation and Practical Applications of Infection Control. Part 2 will take place right after this course\, on Wednesday June 26. If you would like to take both courses\, please register for each course individually. \n Register Now!
URL:https://trainingnetwork.ca/event/fundamentals-of-infection-control-during-construction-renovation-and-maintenance-of-healthcare-facilities-burnaby/
LOCATION:Accent Inn\, 3777 Henning Drive\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5C 6N5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Construction,Safety
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190624T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190624T093000
DTSTAMP:20260408T025948
CREATED:20190412T195615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190412T195615Z
UID:8489-1561361400-1561368600@trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:Difficult Conversations in the Workplace (Breakfast Session) - Burnaby
DESCRIPTION:As a supervisor\, it can be stressful to think about and have difficult conversations at work. We tend to avoid such discussions\, putting them off and hoping the problem will go away. Maybe you tried and it went badly. Or maybe you fear that talking about an issue will only make things worse. But you can take a planned and thoughtful approach to having difficult conversations about workplace issues including employee performance\, corrective actions and letting people go. \nIn this session you will learn: \n\nWhy you should stop avoiding difficult discussions at work\nHow to prepare yourself for a difficult conversation\nHow\, when and where to have the conversation\nWhat to do after the discussion\n\nPresenter: Christian Codrington\, CPHR \nChristian has held senior management roles with a number of significant employers throughout his career prior to starting Forum HCM. In his current engagement\, Christian is building the human resource function at the Industry Training Authority. This has included updating and implementing a revised compensation framework\, marketing and updating the benefits plan and developing a performance management system.\n\nPrior to this role and while at the Chartered Professional in Human Resources – BC (CPHR)\, he led teams responsible for professional development\, metrics\, and the office of the registrar for the CHRP designation. Christian was also responsible for government relations\, starting the association down its path to become a self-regulated profession.\n\nBefore CPHR\, Christian was with Best Buy Canada\, leading a human resource team. He has also worked at Starbucks Coffee\, as an employee/labour relations specialist and coach to senior leaders and staff; the Children’s & Women’s Health Centre of BC (C&W)\, and Service Canada in various HR/LR roles. In his previous jobs he has been responsible to deliver many human resource related initiatives\, negotiated\, interpreted and managed within the parameters of numerous collective agreements\, as well as represented each organization at administrative tribunals\, such as the Labour Relations Board\, the Human Rights Tribunal and small claims courts.\n\nHe has appeared in dozens of radio\, print and television features including the Vancouver Sun/Province\, Globe & Mail\, Business in Vancouver\, Global News\, CBC News\, the Current\, the Early Edition providing expert commentary on human resource related subjects.\n\nChristian graduated from Simon Fraser University with an undergraduate degree in Business Administration concentrating in Organizational Behaviour. He also supplemented those learnings with two certificates from the Justice Institute of BC. One in Conflict Resolution and Third Party Negotiation and another in Mediation.\n Register Now!
URL:https://trainingnetwork.ca/event/difficult-conversations-in-the-workplace-breakfast-session-burnaby/
LOCATION:Accent Inn\, 3777 Henning Drive\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5C 6N5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business,Human Resources,Legal,Management
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190621T163000
DTSTAMP:20260408T025948
CREATED:20190417T213553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190417T213611Z
UID:8539-1561105800-1561134600@trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:Occupational First Aid Level 1 - Burnaby
DESCRIPTION:Occupational First Aid (OFA) Level 1 is a one-day course designed to cover all medical techniques considered to be within the responsibility of the Occupational First Aid Level 1 Attendant as required by WorkSafeBC. \nIn order to be successful\, participants must demonstrate practical skill competency and achieve 70% on a multiple choice exam. On successful completion of the course\, participants receive a 3-year certification. \nImportant: Photo ID is required to receive a certificate. \n\n Register Now!
URL:https://trainingnetwork.ca/event/8539/
LOCATION:Universal Health and Safety\, 201-4199 Lougheed Hwy\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5C 3Y6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190621T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190621T163000
DTSTAMP:20260408T025948
CREATED:20190521T202255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190521T202255Z
UID:8626-1561102200-1561134600@trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:Responsibilities of Joint Health and Safety Committees - Kamloops
DESCRIPTION:On April 3\, 2017\, changes to the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation regarding joint health and safety committees and worker health and safety representatives took effect. All new joint committee members selected on or after April 3\, 2017 must receive eight hours of training. This course will help participants fulfill the new requirement. \n\nParticipants will: \n\nKnow how to use the OHS Regulation and WC Act to access health & safety requirements;\nExplain the roles and functions of the Joint Committee and the Worker Representatives;\nLearn how to perform an incident investigation;\nLearn how to perform a formal site inspection; and\nDevelop a foundation in knowledge to:\n\nPromote workplace health and safety\nAssist in ensuring the health and safety program elements are implemented;\nConduct and participate in Joint Committee Meetings; and\nWork cooperatively to address workers’ health and safety concerns.\n\n\n\nTopics covered: \n\nUse of WorkSafe OHS Regulation;\nJoint Health and Safety committee and workers representatives;\nOHS Program;\nSafety Inspections;\nIncident investigations;\nRefusal of unsafe work;\nHow to work as a committee;\nDifferent types of recommendations; and\nHazard management.\n\n Register Now!
URL:https://trainingnetwork.ca/event/responsibilities-of-joint-health-and-safety-committees-kamloops/
LOCATION:Fairfield Inn and Suites\, 1475 Hugh Allen Drive\, Kamloops\, BC\, V1S 1J3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business,Safety
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190620T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190620T163000
DTSTAMP:20260408T025949
CREATED:20190521T202133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190521T202133Z
UID:8623-1561015800-1561048200@trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:Responsibilities of Joint Health and Safety Committees - Vernon
DESCRIPTION:On April 3\, 2017\, changes to the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation regarding joint health and safety committees and worker health and safety representatives took effect. All new joint committee members selected on or after April 3\, 2017 must receive eight hours of training. This course will help participants fulfill the new requirement. \n\nParticipants will: \n\nKnow how to use the OHS Regulation and WC Act to access health & safety requirements;\nExplain the roles and functions of the Joint Committee and the Worker Representatives;\nLearn how to perform an incident investigation;\nLearn how to perform a formal site inspection; and\nDevelop a foundation in knowledge to:\n\nPromote workplace health and safety\nAssist in ensuring the health and safety program elements are implemented;\nConduct and participate in Joint Committee Meetings; and\nWork cooperatively to address workers’ health and safety concerns.\n\n\n\nTopics covered: \n\nUse of WorkSafe OHS Regulation;\nJoint Health and Safety committee and workers representatives;\nOHS Program;\nSafety Inspections;\nIncident investigations;\nRefusal of unsafe work;\nHow to work as a committee;\nDifferent types of recommendations; and\nHazard management.\n\n Register Now!
URL:https://trainingnetwork.ca/event/responsibilities-of-joint-health-and-safety-committees-vernon/
LOCATION:Vernon (TBA)\, Vernon\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business,Safety
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