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SUMMARY:Fall Protection (Morning Session) - Chilliwack
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-morning-session-chilliwack-3/
LOCATION:R.A. MacRae Training\, 12-45787 Yale Road\, Chilliwack\, BC\, V2P 4G7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Construction,Safety
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200707T170000
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SUMMARY:Fall Protection (Afternoon Session) - Chilliwack
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-afternoon-session-chilliwack-3/
LOCATION:R.A. MacRae Training\, 12-45787 Yale Road\, Chilliwack\, BC\, V2P 4G7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Construction,Safety
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200710T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200710T123000
DTSTAMP:20260407T154028
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SUMMARY:WEBINAR: The HR Series: Navigating a Multi-Generational Workplace
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis 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? \nIn this 1.5-hour webinar\, we will: \n\nGain insight into the generations represented in today’s workplace\nLook at the generational difference & similarities in the workplace (myths and facts?)\nExplore how to manage a multi-generational workforce\nDiscuss options on how to reward and motivate all generations\nDiscuss how to remove generational barriers and stereotypes\nExamine how the baby boomer’s retirement will create leadership opportunities for Millennials\nTalk about work life balance and is it really just the Millennials who care?\nAND\, explore the concept of managing individuals\, not generations\n\nWho Should Attend This Session? \nAnyone who works with\, or leads cross generational teams\, as well as Senior Management and HR Professionals who lead recruitment\, retention and engagement activities. \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/webinar-the-hr-series-navigating-a-multi-generational-workplace/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business,Human Resources,Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200714T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200714T123000
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SUMMARY:WEBINAR: Managing Risk and Disputes in Construction Projects
DESCRIPTION:Risk is a key feature of every construction project. The essence of the ability to reduce the frequency and severity of claims is the identification of these construction project risk factors and dealing with them and/or providing for them in the construction and design contracts and in the administration of these contracts. Having contractual provisions and strategies in place for how to handle risks and/or disputes if they do arise\, is a key component of a successful project. \nThis seminar will provide some practical advice on how to manage risks and strategies for dealing with disputes. \nCourse Outline: \nAn overview of the most frequently encountered construction claims/disputes\nTips for avoiding claims before they happen\nTips for keeping the situation from escalating too far\nWays to minimize exposure if claims are made\nA discussion of alternative dispute resolution methods \nPresenter: 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. \nMarc 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®. \nIn 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. \nMarc is also a Fellow of the Canadian College of Construction Lawyers. \nWebinar time: 11:00am – 12:30pm Pacific Standard Time (PST) \n Register Now!
URL:https://trainingnetwork.ca/event/webinar-managing-risk-and-disputes-in-construction-projects/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Construction,Legal
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200715T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200716T123000
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CREATED:20200602T171428Z
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SUMMARY:WEBINAR: Writing Effective Letters\, Scope Documents\, Reports\, and Proposals
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nWhat are key elements of an effectively written document? What should I focus on in my letters\, bids\, proposals\, work plans\, reports\, and documentation?\n\nPotential 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.\n\nThis 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.\n\nWe’ll cover multiple topics\, including:\n\n1. Planning your scope documents\n\n2. Writing effective letters\n\n3. Responding to bids and proposals\n\n4. Structuring your reports and project documentation\n\nInstructor: 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.\n\nIn 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.\n\nWebinar times:\n\nJuly 15\, 2020    8:30am – 12:30pm Pacific Standard Time (PST)\n\nJuly 16\, 2020    8:30am – 12:30pm Pacific Standard Time (PST)\n\n\n Register Now!
URL:https://trainingnetwork.ca/event/webinar-writing-effective-letters-scope-documents-reports-and-proposals/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200716T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200717T163000
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CREATED:20191209T185821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191209T185821Z
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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-9/
LOCATION:Accent Inn\, 3777 Henning Drive\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5C 6N5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Construction,Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200718T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200718T163000
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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-14/
LOCATION:Universal Health and Safety\, 201-4199 Lougheed Hwy\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5C 3Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Health,Safety
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200722T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200722T163000
DTSTAMP:20260407T154028
CREATED:20200624T185749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200624T185829Z
UID:9670-1595406600-1595435400@trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:WEBINAR: Microsoft Word
DESCRIPTION:This interactive\, live instructor-led online training course will cover the same content as the in-person course.  All live online courses will be recorded\, and participants will have access to the recorded session for 3 months. \nLearn to get the most out of Microsoft Word. Learn time saving shortcuts for selecting\, navigating\, and formatting and create professional looking business documents such as letters\, forms\, and newsletters in a fraction of the time. Participants will learn key functions for using documents to manage project notes\, details of jobs\, notices\, contracts\, and other administrative requirements. \nAfter this course\, students will be able to: \n\nCreate and format documents\nCustomize options and views\nConfigure documents for printing or saving\nInsert and format objects such as Shapes\, Images or SmartArt\nCreate multi-level and bulleted lists\nUtilize page and section breaks\nCreate\, edit\, and format tables\nApply references such as endnotes\, footnotes\, and citations\nUse captions for pictures\nGenerate table of contents and index\nCreate QuickParts and manage building blocks\n\nCourse Length: 8 Hours \nThis hands-on course is taught by a certified Microsoft Master Instructor. \nIn order to participate in this course\, you will require either two monitors or a second device (tablet) or computer so that you are able to watch the instructor while at the same time practicing and applying the new skills.  \nWebinar time: 8:30am – 4:30pm Pacific Standard Time (PST) \n Register Now!
URL:https://trainingnetwork.ca/event/webinar-microsoft-word2/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200723T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200724T163000
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CREATED:20191209T185316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200522T221209Z
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SUMMARY:Construction Estimating - Langley
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-langley/
LOCATION:BGC Partners Inc. Office\, 200-2296 McCallum Road\, Abbotsford\, BC\, V2S 3P4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Construction
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200723T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200723T163000
DTSTAMP:20260407T154028
CREATED:20200624T184901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200624T184901Z
UID:9663-1595493000-1595521800@trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:WEBINAR: Microsoft Excel for Business
DESCRIPTION:This interactive\, live instructor-led online training course will cover the same content as the in-person course. All live online courses will be recorded\, and participants will have access to the recorded session for 3 months. \nLearn to use Excel to create budgets\, track costs and generate quotes. Learn tools and ideas that will save time and create professional looking proposals and plans. Participants with only a very basic knowledge of Excel will quickly progress to create basic databases\, budgets\, graphs\, reports and the fundamentals of building equations. \nThe following list summarizes skills that participants will be comfortable with after this course: \n– Customize Excel options and views\n– Create and manipulate tables\n– Filter and sort data\n– Apply formulas\n– Use the correct syntax to insert functions\n– Create and format cells and ranges\n– Order and group cells and ranges\n– Apply cell ranges and references in formulas and functions\n– Summarize data with functions\n– Apply conditional logic in functions\n– Format and modify text with functions\n– Create and format charts and objects \nCourse Length: 7 Hours \nThis hands-on course is taught by a certified Microsoft Master Instructor. \nIn order to participate in this course\, you will require either two monitors or a second device (tablet) or computer so that you are able to watch the instructor while at the same time practicing and applying the new skills. \n Register Now!
URL:https://trainingnetwork.ca/event/webinar-microsoft-excel-for-business/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business,Equipment Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200724T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200724T123000
DTSTAMP:20260407T154028
CREATED:20200624T174514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200624T174514Z
UID:9644-1595588400-1595593800@trainingnetwork.ca
SUMMARY:WEBINAR: The HR Series: Meaningful Performance & Development Conversations
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 1.5 hour interactive session we will discuss: \nHow to prepare for the conversation\nHow to monitor performance\nHow to communicate feedback\nHow to be specific and hold employees accountable \nPresenter: Pamela Bragg \nPamela 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. \n Register Now!
URL:https://trainingnetwork.ca/event/webinar-the-hr-series-meaningful-performance-development-conversations/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business,Human Resources,Management
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