Construction Industry Training Network

WEBINAR: Progressive Disicipline
2020-10-28 11:00 - 12:30 (America/Vancouver) | Online
The majority of employees conform to rules and regulations and have a genuine desire to do a good job. On occasion though, even good employees make mistakes, and need to be given direction before those mistakes repeat and the behaviour gets to the dismissal stage.
Progressive discipline allows supervisors and managers to build on the skills of their workers and to make clear what their job expectations are by holding them accountable- and providing them the opportunity to improve. This includes setting expectations of the job and the consequences of what will happen if those expectations are not met.
In this 1.5-hour live instructor lead webinar, we will introduce participants to these basic progressive discipline concepts:
What is “Performance Management”
What is “Progressive Discipline”
Management’s “People” Responsibilities
Sample Policy
Incompetence vs. Misconduct
The Steps to Progressive Discipline
Putting it into Practice
Presenter: Pamela Bragg – Sarkany Management Inc.
Pamela Bragg is the owner of Sarkany Management Inc., a Human Resources Consulting firm, which offers a broad range of HR services.
Pamela has a comprehensive background in executive level human resources and holds a Masters Certificate in Strategic Human Resources & Organizational Change.
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Fall Protection (Comprehensive) - Chilliwack
2020-11-02 08:00 - 16:30, 2020-11-16 08:00 - 16:30, 2020-11-23 08:00 - 16:30, 2020-12-01 08:00 - 16:30, 2020-12-07 08:00 - 16:30 | R.A. MacRae Training, 12-45787 Yale Road, Chilliwack, BC, V2P 4G7, Canada
This full day end user program will allow you to understand the use of fall protection, as it relates to what you do at height. Various fall protection options exist, this course will identify which options may best meet your needs and give you the tools and knowledge to work at height safely.
The course material is energetically delivered and includes hands-on activities, video analysis, and focuses on student participation. This course meets or exceeds the provincial regulatory requirement and industry standards.
This course will cover:

Hazard identification
Regulatory bodies
Fall safety systems and planning
Shared and personal systems
Anchor points
Body holding devices
Connectors
Descent/Rescue – overview
Equipment care
Hands-on workshop
Fall arrest system evaluation (video analysis)

Important: Photo ID is required to receive a certificate.
Participants will receive a certification good for three years after passing a written and practical assessment.
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WEBINAR: Navigating a Multi-Generational Workplace
2020-11-06 11:00 - 12:30 | Online
We are at the generational crossroads of workplace composition in Canada. For the first time in modern history there are 4 generations in the average Canadian workplace, and it is estimated that by 2020, at least 50% of the workforce in Canada will be Millennials.
This workshop will explore some of the challenges and opportunities businesses face as the generational balance tips as the Boomers continue to retire and the Millennials and Gen Z take their place. What will this mean for your managers and supervisors? What will be the impact on your organizational culture, trends, social norms and recruitment and retention strategies?
In this 1.5 hour webinar session, we will:

Gain insight into the generations represented in today’s workplace
Look at the generational difference & similarities in the workplace (myths and facts?)
Explore how to manage a multi-generational workforce
Discuss options on how to reward and motivate all generations
Discuss how to remove generational barriers and stereotypes
Examine how the baby boomer’s retirement will create leadership opportunities for Millennials
Talk about work life balance and is it really just the Millennials who care?
AND, explore the concept of managing individuals, not generations

While this session is part of a series, participants are not required to attend all sessions in the series or attend in any sequence. Each session can be attended independently.
Who Should Attend This Session?
Anyone who works with, or leads cross generational teams, as well as Senior Management and HR Professionals who lead recruitment, retention and engagement activities.
Presenter: Pamela Bragg
Pamela is the owner of Sarkany Management Inc., a Human Resources Consulting firm which offers a broad range of HR services, including customized training options. Pamela has a comprehensive background in human resources including being Senior HR Director for Lafarge Construction Materials. She holds a Masters Certificate in Strategic Human Resources and in Organizational Change.
Disclaimer: The content of this presentation is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice.

Webinar time: 11:00am – 12:30pm Pacific Standard Time (PST)
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Electrical Estimating - Vancouver
2020-11-09 08:00 - 2020-11-10 16:30 | Vancouver Regional Construction Association, 3636 E 4th Avenue, Vancouver, BC, V5M 1M3, Canada
Participants will develop skills and knowledge to estimate electrical construction projects and prepare a successful bid.

At the end of the course participants will be able to:

• Calculate work quantities from engineering drawings
• Adjust for material swell and shrink factors
• Assemble efficient crews and determine productivity
• Put into practice effective methods for determining job costs.
• Use essential formats for clearly estimating equipment, labor, material and other service costs related to completing a project.
• Assess and decide how a variety of physical site complexities may affect the estimated cost of a project and use methods to counteract these variances.
• Better identify and interpret general site conditions, special conditions and technical specifications associated with electrical projects.
• Analyze potential projects and decide on which ones to bid • Understand risk analysis and how to price this into a bid
• Do competitor analysis and understand how this impacts the bid
• Do client risk analysis and how to price this into bids
• Record material and other prices and maintain contact lists
• Formulate a bid strategy
• Understand how to prepare an estimate and the estimating process
• Become familiar with Construction Division Codes
• Understand how to present a bid
• Be familiar with how to use the bid depository
• Understand the requirements for bonding and insurance
• Understand the post-bidding process
• Communicate with project managers to pass on knowledge of the bid prior to mobilization

Audience: The course is designed for those interested in becoming electrical estimators and for workers with experience in construction that desire to improve their knowledge of electrical estimating.

Course fee includes: All books and materials, lunch, certificate upon completion and parking.

The course includes: Two 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. Please note you only have one attempt at passing the online portion.

Upon successful completion of the 2 days and the online portion for this course, eligible for 32 CPD points with BC Housing Licensing and Consumer Services.

If you successfully complete the 2-day component and did not pass the online portion, eligible for 16 CPD points with BC Housing Licensing and Consumer Services.

Instructors: Charles Baverstock, GSC & Tim Williams, B.Econ., MBA, CPA, GSC

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Municipal Map Reading & Utility Safety Workshop - Cloverdale
2020-11-10 07:30 - 16:30 | Kwantlen Polytechnic University Cloverdale campus, 5500 180 Street, Surrey, BC, V3S 6R1, Canada
This course is designed to give participants an understanding on how to interpret and read documentation that relates to the Municipal Infrastructure.

Participants will learn the related Regulations, Acts and Master Municipal Construction Documents as well as blueprint reading symbols, legend and design specifications for local cities, municipalities and townships.
Participants will review BC One Call documentation, utility owner’s roles & responsibilities, ground disturbers’ roles & responsibilities and safe utility locate practices.
After completing this course students will get a better understanding of how to read and interpret municipal Construction Drawings.
Course Objectives;

Reviewing Utility information and hazards
Understanding Workers Compensation Act & WorksafeBC Regulations
Utility Safety Awareness
Review BC One Call Documentation
Blue Print Map Reading Group Activities
Review on Locating Underground infrastructure
Understanding Safety Procedures and Practices
Knowing the Emergency Response for Utility Owners

What previous participants said:
“Instructor has wealth of experience on the field.”
“Right amount of material and right delivery.”
“Experienced instructor with excellent demeanour, presented material very well.”
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WEBINAR: Wellness Series: Understanding Anger in the Workplace & Healthy Responses
2020-11-10 10:00 - 11:30 | Online
We all experience anger, either our own or that of others. Controlling and limiting anger is important as it can damage professional and personal relationships. Learn the tools to understand and manage anger constructively.
Topics covered:
Understanding Anger (Consequences, Purpose, Payoffs)
Early Warning Signs, Concept of Balance (Perspective, Reframing, Life balance)
Anger Plan & Healthy Responses
Self Intervention – Challenge Anger Causing Beliefs
Understanding Emotions & Grounding
Conflict De-escalation
Building Resilience
This session is designed to be an interactive experience, similar to our in-person workshops. Participants should expect to interact with the instructor and other participants. It is advised to have access to a desktop/laptop/tablet with a webcam and microphone, as well as reliable internet connection.
Instructor: 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.
What previous participants said:
“Instructor is very good at engaging the class.”
“Coping skills were presented very well.”
“Excellent instructor!”
Webinar time: 10:00am – 11:30am Pacific Standard Time (PST)
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BC Ground Disturbance Level II® - Cloverdale
2020-11-12 07:30 - 16:30 | KPU Cloverdale Campus, 5500 180th Street, Cloverdale, BC, V3S 6R1, Canada
This one-day BC specific program is designed for any party that is supervising a ground disturbance, independently performing a ground disturbance, or issuing and receiving ground disturbance permits in British Columbia. The program ensures that Level II® personnel are familiar with, and fully understand, all the regulations and variances involved when a ground disturbance takes place. The course is presented in a logical sequence – from the pre-planning stage to the actual dig – and highlights the ‘musts’ compared to the ‘shoulds’.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Clarify the sources when searching for underground facilities
Providing notification to facility owner
Receiving owner notification
Approvals/Crossing Agreements
Regulations
Creating the Plot Plan/Site Drawing
Line locating
Exposure
Back-fill inspections
Permits and pre-job meetings
Emergency Response Plans
Contacting an underground facility

COMPETENCIES

The competencies of this program are tested and measured through 100% participation of the learning objectives. Participants must achieve a minimum 80% pass mark on a written competency exam.

Global Training Centre has been assessed to the BCCGA Ground Disturbance 201 Standard and is endorsed by the BCCGA & ABCGA.

Level II® is the standardized program recognized by industry regulators. Certification is valid for 3 years.
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Construction Business Management - Kelowna
2020-11-12 08:00 - 2020-11-13 16:30 | Fairfield Inn and Suites Kelowna, 1655 Powick Road, Kelowna, BC, V1X 4L1, Canada
Participants will learn how to improve the management and business systems of their construction company.
At the end of the course participants will be able to:
• Understand the strategic planning process and how to implement it within their context
• Understand the importance of a business plan and how to prepare one
• Understand the participants within the construction industry – their roles, responsibilities and limitations
• Understand the benefits of a participatory management culture
• Formulate a marketing plan and understand the marketing mix
• Develop a human resource management plan
• Understand the employment cycle/process
• Develop an employee performance evaluation system
• Increase staff morale and engagement
• Understand operational planning for construction companies
• Formulate a financial plan, budgets, ratios and break-even analysis
• Understand the importance of financial internal controls
• Develop benchmarks and key performance indicators
• Understand bonding and insurance for construction companies
• Use risk management tools to identify risk and how to mitigate risk
Two 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.
What previous participants have said:
“Provided great insight into business planning. Provided a better understanding of financial planning and how to understand balance sheets”
“Terrific content for start up companies”
“Well explained. Enjoyed the group discussions and class input”
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WEBINAR: Meaningful Performance & Development Conversations
2020-11-13 08:00 - 16:30 | Online
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.

In this 1.5 hour interactive session we will discuss:

How to prepare for the conversation
How to monitor performance
How to communicate feedback
How to be specific and hold employees accountable

While this session is part of a series, participants are not required to attend all sessions in the series or attend in any sequence. Each session can be attended independently.

Presenter: Pamela Bragg

Pamela Bragg is the owner of Sarkany Management Inc., a Human Resources Consulting firm, which offers a broad range of HR services. Pamela has a comprehensive background in executive level human resources and holds a Masters Certificate in Strategic Human Resources & Organizational Change.

Webinar time: 11:00am – 12:30pm Pacific Standard Time (PST)

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WEBINAR: Writing Effective Letters, Scope Documents, Reports and Proposals
2020-11-17 08:30 - 2020-11-18 12:30 | Online
Set up in 2 – 1/2-day live instructor lead online training sessions (8:30am – 12:30pm each day) this seminar will cover the same content as the in-person seminar. There is no opportunity to re-schedule or request for a partial refund if a student cannot attend both sessions. Please plan to be fully engaged in the class and clear your work schedule just as you would for the in-class program
What are key elements of an effectively written document? What should I focus on in my letters, bids, proposals, work plans, reports, and documentation?
Potential clients often judge you based on whether you can clearly articulate the services you provide. Clients may skim your documents, so you need to ensure that your content is organized and that your key points stand out. Your writing ability is important.
This seminar is focused on helping you to do exactly that: to write more effectively. You’ll learn to tailor your writing for your audience and purpose. You’ll apply the strategies required for effective scope documents, letters, and reports. In addition, you’ll also incorporate key principles for editing and revising your documents.
We’ll cover multiple topics, including:
1. Planning your scope documents
2. Writing effective letters
3. Responding to bids and proposals
4. Structuring your reports and project documentation
Instructor: Eric Tung is a Business Communications Instructor at SFU’s Beedie School of Business, and an English Instructor at UBC’s Extended Learning, where he teaches business and technical writing courses. Eric also designs and delivers customized workshops to engineering, construction, and consulting firms. In addition to teaching and coaching, Eric is a business transformation and change management consultant, where he advises firms on large-scale organizational-wide changes. Eric’s clients range from smaller consulting firms to larger organizations such as the City of Vancouver, District of North Vancouver, Metro Vancouver, BC Hydro, TELUS, BC Pension Corporation, BC Safety Authority, and Marshall Aerospace and Defence Group.
Webinar times:
November 17, 2020 8:30am – 12:30pm Pacific Standard Time (PST)
November 18, 2020 8:30am – 12:30pm Pacific Standard Time (PST)

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Get the PST Right! PST Issues for the Construction Industry (Breakfast Session) - Burnaby
2020-11-18 07:00 - 09:30 | Accent Inn, 3777 Henning Drive, Burnaby, British Columbia, V5C 6N5, Canada
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:
» When to pay PST on your goods and supplies
» How PST applies to goods for resale vs. those you install
» How PST applies to goods used to fulfill a contract outside B.C.
» When you need to be registered to collect PST
» When to charge your customers PST
» How PST applies to goods bought outside B.C.
» When you may be eligible for a PST refund and how to apply

What previous participants have said:
“Clear and concise. Wish all my interactions were with trained and knowledgeable professionals like him”
“He was great and very thorough. Keeps the audience engaged and answers questions to the best of his ability. Thank you!”
“Very articulate. He explains it so you can understand individual situations”

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Frame Scaffold Competent Person Training (SAIA) - Richmond
2020-11-18 08:00 - 16:30, 2020-11-25 08:00 - 16:30, 2020-12-09 08:00 - 16:30 | Canada Scaffold University, 11331 Twigg Place, Richmond, BC, V6V 3C9, Canada
Frame scaffolding is one of the most common types of scaffolding seen on construction sites worldwide. Typically manufactured from round tubing, the frame scaffolding is available in several different configurations, from a section that contains both a ladder and a walk-through portal to sections that are totally walk-through and sections that resemble a ladder.
Canada Scaffold University’s SAIA accredited Frame Scaffold course will provide demonstration and practice with the typical methods of constructing frame scaffolding, including:

Identifying types and components of Frame Scaffold
Identify standard usage of Frame Scaffold
How Frame Scaffolds are erected using Code of Safe Practice
Determining equipment list and erect a multi-lift tower
Work orders
Identify and understand Rolling Tower Frame Scaffold
Erect and dismantle a Rolling Frame Scaffold using Code of Safe Practice
Identify scaffold configuration

Participants who score 70% or higher on the Competent Person written exam and display competency building frame scaffolding will receive a certificate of completion and wallet card from the SAIA Training Program, certifying completion of Competent Person Training in the erection of frame scaffolds.

Certification: Participation in the practical component and passing a final exam is required to qualify for the 3-year SAIA Competent Person certification.

Who should attend: Anyone working on scaffolds, those who supervise work on and near scaffolds, and those who supervise the erecting, altering, and dismantling of scaffolds.

No prerequisites required

Please note: All participants will be required wear a non-medical face-mask whilst in the classroom environment. Physical distancing will be maintained for the course duration, however, certain class exercises may involve participants and the instructor being physically closer than 6-feet. This is why participants and instructors are required to wear a non-medical face-mask. When strict physical distancing is not possible, instructors will also ask all participants to sanitize their hands immediately before and after such exercises.

Instructor: Kelly Clancy is the Construction Safety Officer at Canada Scaffold Supply. He started his career at Canada Scaffold in 1998 as a Foreman and has worked as a Scaffold Installer, progressing to his current position. Kelly acquired his CSO Certification in 2018 and is focused on safety and compliance in scaffold installation. He manages the Scaffold Install crew as well as overseeing site safety plans, and performing hazard and risk assessments.

Kelly received his Competent Person Training (System Scaffold) from the Scaffold & Access Industry Association. He also successfully completed the Train the Trainer Facilitator Skills Workshop at SAIA. Kelly teaches the Supported Scaffold Competent Person Training (1-day) course at Canada Scaffold University (CSU).

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WEBINAR - Public Speaking: Presentation Survival School
2020-11-19 11:00 - 13:00 | Online
A great presenter has two notable qualities: appropriate skills and personal confidence. Confidence comes from knowing what you want to say and being comfortable with your communication skills. In this two-hour webinar, you will be introduced to the skills that will make you a better speaker and presenter.
What Will Participants Learn?

How to establish rapport with their audience
Techniques to reduce nervousness and fear
How to understand their strengths as a presenter and how to appeal to different types of people
How to recognize how visual aids can create impact and attention
How to develop techniques to create a professional presence
Different ways to prepare and organize information
How to prepare, practice, and deliver a short presentation

Presenter: Pamela Bragg – Sarkany Management Inc.
Pamela Bragg is the owner of Sarkany Management Inc., a Human Resources Consulting firm, which offers a broad range of HR services. Pamela has a comprehensive background in executive level human resources and holds a Masters Certificate in Strategic Human Resources & Organizational Change.
Disclaimer: The content of this presentation is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice.
Webinar Time: 11:00am – 1:00pm Pacific Standard Time (PST)
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Fall Protection - Burnaby
2020-11-20 08:30 - 12:30 | Universal Health and Safety, 201-4199 Lougheed Hwy, Burnaby, British Columbia, V5C 3Y6, Canada
This is a 4 hour course that introduces workers to Fall Protection methods. Upon completion of this course participants will be able to:

Explain when Fall Protection is required
Identify and describe major Fall Protection methods and the key associated FP equipment
Explain and apply the Fall Protection hierarchy
Determine when a Fall Protection Plan is required and describe the main components
Develop a Fall Protection Plan based on a given scenario

Important: Photo ID is required to receive a certificate.
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WEBINAR: Conflict Resolution: Getting Alone in the Workplace
2020-11-20 11:00 - 12:30 | Online
Many people see conflict as a negative experience. In fact, conflict is a necessary part of personal growth and development. However, conflict becomes an issue when the people involved cannot work through it. They become engaged in a battle that does not result in growth.
In this 1.5 hour live online session session we explore:

What conflict is and how it can escalate.
The types of conflict and the stages of conflict.
The most common conflict resolution styles and when to use them.
Effective techniques for intervention strategies.
Ways to manage conflicts to enhance productivity and performance.

While this session is part of a series, participants are not required to attend all sessions in the series or attend in any sequence. Each session can be attended independently.
Presenter: Pamela Bragg
Pamela Bragg is the owner of Sarkany Management Inc., a Human Resources Consulting firm, which offers a broad range of HR services. Pamela has a comprehensive background in executive level human resources and holds a Masters Certificate in Strategic Human Resources & Organizational Change.
Disclaimer: The content of this presentation is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice.
Webinar time: 11:00am – 12:30pm Pacific Standard Time (PST)
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WEBINAR: Employment Standards Act Refresher
2020-11-27 09:00 - 11:00 | Online
The Employment Standards Act sets the rules for employment practices in your office and in the field. Your current work rules may fall short of your statutory obligations even though they are well accepted by your staff. You usually find out you are not in compliance too late and are faced with months of back pay owed.
This two-hour online seminar will give you a review of Employment Standards Act requirements that are particularly relevant to construction industry employers, including:

Employment contracts
Who is a “manager”
Hours of work and overtime
Averaging agreements for hours of work
Termination of employment
Vacation and statutory holidays
Independent contractors vs. employees
Impact of the common law

Presenter: Kimberly A. Pavao is a partner at HSJ Lawyers LLP
Kimberly was born and raised in Vancouver, British Columbia, and now calls Prince George Home. Kimberly is a Partner at HSJ Lawyers LLP and has been practicing law with HSJ Lawyers LLP since 2013, focusing on litigation and advising employers on employment matters. Kimberly represents clients matters for the both the employer and the employee before the BC Supreme Court, the BC Provincial Court, and administrative tribunals such as the Employment Standards Branch, the BC Human Rights Tribunal, and WorkSafe BC.
Disclaimer: The content of this presentation is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice.
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WEBINAR: Self-Leadership
2020-12-01 11:00 - 13:00 | Online
Self-leadership puts together taking responsibility for our outcomes, setting direction for our lives, and having tools to manage priorities. Self-leaders work at all levels of an organization. They are front-line workers in every possible role, middle managers, and CEOs.
Self-leadership requires a commitment from individuals to decide what they want from life and to do what’s necessary to get the results they want. This two-hour webinar will help participants internalize the four pillars of self-leadership and to make meaningful, empowered choices while taking action to get where they want to go.
What Will Participants Learn?

Define self-leadership and what it means on an individual level
Assume responsibility for their results by understanding who they are, what they want, and how to reach they goals
Describe the four pillars of self-leadership
Use techniques related to adjusting to change, cultivating optimism, and developing good habits to build self-leadership

Presenter: Pamela Bragg – Sarkany Management Inc.
Pamela Bragg is the owner of Sarkany Management Inc., a Human Resources Consulting firm, which offers a broad range of HR services. Pamela has a comprehensive background in executive level human resources and holds a Masters Certificate in Strategic Human Resources & Organizational Change.
Disclaimer: The content of this presentation is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice.
Webinar Time: 11:00am – 1:00pm Pacific Standard Time (PST)
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Negotiation & Conflict Management Skills - Abbotsford
2020-12-04 08:00 - 16:30 | BGC Partners Inc. Office, 200-2296 McCallum Road, Abbotsford, BC, V2S 3P4, Canada
Participants will improve their skills in communication and negotiation. Participants will learn skills to enhance their ability to de-escalate conflict, listen effectively, build mutual respect with others in a construction context and negotiate effectively.
At the end of the course participants will be able to:
• Understand the basic elements of communication and demonstrate effective communication skills with constructors.
• Understand motivation theory and apply motivational techniques to win trust and engage individuals/teams you work with.
• Identify different personality styles and how to communicate appropriately and negotiate effectively with each one.
• Understand the basics of negotiating, de-escalating conflict and setting the groundwork for effective negotiation.
• Ask effective questions and listen to others in order to get to the issues behind various negotiation intentions.
• Getting to a “yes” and closing a negotiation well.
Audience:
The course is designed for construction owners, project managers, estimators, supervisors, and those involved in construction disputes.
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WEBINAR: Dealing with Difficult People (Live Online Training)
2020-12-04 11:00 - 13:00 | Online
Success in dealing with conflict comes from understanding how we behave, as well as how we can influence others. If we approach difficulties as needing to take place in one or a series of conversations, and we approach those conversations with a plan, we will find that we have less difficult people to deal with. More often than not, we will also have more meaningful and significant conversations. In this one-day workshop, you will learn how to turn difficult situations into opportunities for growth.
In this 1.5 hour live online session we will explore strategies on:

How your own attitudes and actions impact others.
New and effective techniques for dealing with difficult people.
Techniques for managing and dealing with anger.
Dealing with difficult people and difficult situations.

While this session is part of a series, participants are not required to attend all sessions in the series or attend in any sequence. Each session can be attended independently.
Presenter: Pamela Bragg
Pamela Bragg is the owner of Sarkany Management Inc., a Human Resources Consulting firm, which offers a broad range of HR services. Pamela has a comprehensive background in executive level human resources and holds a Masters Certificate in Strategic Human Resources & Organizational Change.
Disclaimer: The content of this presentation is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice.
Webinar time: 11:00am – 12:30pm Pacific Standard Time (PST)
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WEBINAR: Holiday Debt Hangover
2020-12-08 12:00 - 13:30 | Online
The party’s over, the damage is done, and it is hard to remember exactly what happened. This is normally what happens at the beginning of every year. This webinar is designed to get rid of the holiday debt and encourage positive action, so it is never an issue again. We’re taking preventive measures, so you’ll be all ready to take action for the upcoming year starting in January 2021.
In this webinar we’ll discuss

How to save for the holidays, instead of going into debt for them.
The cost of using credit, do you really understand it?
The fastest way to pay down debt.

Instructor: Anita Moore
Anita joined the Credit Counselling Society as a Credit Counsellor in 2005 and joined the Education Department January of 2019. Anita has worked in the financial industry for over two decades, and to this position she brings extensive knowledge, facilitation experience and a keen ability to build lasting relationships. Anita’s knowledge is well supported by her positive attitude and strength in building connections and establishing relationships with employers and financial institutions.
Webinar Time: 12:00PM to 1:15PM Pacific Standard Time (PST)
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WEBINAR: An Overview of CCDC Contract Documents
2020-12-10 11:00 - 12:30 | Online
The standard form Canadian Construction Documents Committee (CCDC) construction contracts are used across Canada in connection with general contract, construction management and trade contract arrangements. This course will provide an overview of the most commonly used CCDC documents, and of the standard CCA 1 subcontract, with specific focus on the concepts and procedures of the provisions relating to the following significant concerns, among others:
1. The definition of the Contract Documents;
2. The role of the Consultant;
3. Payment;
4. Extra work;
5. Delays;
6. Deficiencies;
7. Dispute resolution; and
8. Default and termination.
Related issues such as the effect of supplementary conditions and the interaction of the contracts with the operation of the Builders Lien Act will also be addressed.
Who should attend?
Owners, contractors, construction managers, subcontractors and design professionals.
Presenter: An Associate Counsel with SHK Law Corp., Marc MacEwing has practiced extensively as a construction lawyer in all aspects of the practice for over 30 years. He has particular expertise as a builders lien lawyer, as well as in tendering disputes and preparing and analyzing contract documents. Marc advises owners, contractors, subcontractors, material suppliers and design professionals.
Marc has been listed in the Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory as a “repeatedly recommended” leading practitioner in construction law in BC. He has been Peer Review Rated for General Ethical Standards and Legal Ability by LexisNexis Martindale-Hubbell® and included in The Best Lawyers in Canada®.

In addition to authoring more than 175 published articles on construction law topics, Marc is a member of the editorial board and a contributor to the Continuing Legal Education Society’s British Columbia Builders Liens Practice Manual. Marc is a frequent lecturer to design professional and construction trade bodies, businesses, and educational institutions.

Marc is also a Fellow of the Canadian College of Construction Lawyers.
Disclaimer: The content of this presentation is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice.
What previous participants said:
“Marc is very knowledgeable and communicates the subject very well.”
“Very informative!”
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Construction Estimating - Abbotsford
2020-12-14 08:00 - 2020-12-15 16:30 | BGC Partners Inc. Office, 200-2296 McCallum Road, Abbotsford, BC, V2S 3P4, Canada
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:

Analyze projects and decide on which ones to bid
Understand risk analysis and how to price this into a bid
Do competitor analysis and understand how this impacts the bid
Do client risk analysis and how to price this into bids
Record material and other prices and maintain contact lists
Formulate a bid strategy
Understand how to prepare an estimate and the estimating process
Use Construction Division Codes
Understand how to present a bid
Be familiar with how to use the bid depository
Understand the requirements for bonding and insurance
Understand the post-bidding process
Work with project managers to pass on knowledge of the bid

Topics to be covered:

Project analysis
Risk analysis
Competitor analysis
Client risk analysis
Record keeping
Bid strategies
Preparing estimates and the estimating process
Construction Division Codes
Presenting bids
Bid depository
Bonding and insurance
Post-bidding process

Two 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.

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WEBINAR: Time Management Workshop
2020-12-15 08:30 - 2020-12-16 12:30 | Online
Set up in 2 – 1/2-day live, instructor lead online training sessions (8:30am – 12:30pm each day) this seminar will cover the same content as the in-person seminar.

What is the one thing everyone needs more of? Time! If time is money, how much is lost to the bottom line simply because hard-working employees “don’t have the time”? When working on a project, timing is essential. If you get behind on one part of the project, the entire thing can be set back hours, or even days.

In this leading edge Time Management Workshop you will gain a new mindset, skillset and toolset that will optimize your personal productivity learning how to produce greater results in less time. Improved time management skills mean increased productivity, met deadlines, and a positive impact on all aspects of your business.

Benefits of Attending

Participants learn how to gain and keep control of competing priorities, concurrent projects and critical deadlines.
Participants will learn powerful lessons about themselves, enhancing self-understanding so they can leverage their personal strengths and develop strategies to minimize the impact of their weakness.
The focus on practicality means that people walk out with ideas and techniques they can apply the next day.

Instructor: 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.

What previous participants said:
“Good eye opening information. Real focus on how to change and not what you are doing wrong.”
“Great speaker – very dynamic.”
“Thought provoking.”
“I found things to change and reinforcement of things already in place.”
“Excellent instruction, very interactive, and lots of collaborative discussions. Very thought provoking!”

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Swing Stage Awareness Training - Richmond
2020-12-18 08:00 - 16:30 | Canada Scaffold University, 11331 Twigg Place, Richmond, BC, V6V 3C9, Canada
This 1-day course is designed for anyone with little or no working knowledge of operating and working from a swing stage. It is also beneficial for for experienced operators who would like a refresher. After completing this course, participants will know the basics required to safely use suspended work platforms.
Topics covered:

Equipment
Support Systems
Inspections
Set Up
Pre-operational Check List
SIAC Code of Safe Practice
Weather
OHS Regulations

In 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.
Who should attend: Anyone who operate and work from a swing stage as part of their day-to-day job activities or supervises these activities.
Please note: All participants will be required wear a non-medical face-mask whilst in the classroom environment. Physical distancing will be maintained for the course duration, however, certain class exercises may involve participants and the instructor being physically closer than 6-feet. This is why participants and instructors are required to wear a non-medical face-mask. When strict physical distancing is not possible, instructors will also ask all participants to sanitize their hands immediately before and after such exercises.
Instructor: Stewart Liddell is the Swing Stage Division Manager at Canada Scaffold Supply since 1997, with a career in Swing Stage (Suspended Scaffold) starting in 1979 and spanning the past 41 years.
Stewart is certified for the Safety Training for Suspended Scaffolds and the Lift & Access Education Training from the SIA (now known as SAIA). His focus is on safety and he works closely with the governing bodies of WorkSafeBC and CSA Standards, as well as following OHSA principles and practices to ensure rules and regulations are always met. Since 2002, Stewart has been training individuals throughout British Columbia.
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