Associated Builders and Contractors Inc. - MN/ND Chapter Events Newswire

Standard Heating HVAC course 2023-2024 8/17/2023 8:00 AM - 4/12/2024 5:30 PM

Tue, 27 Jun 2023 12:17:48 GMT

This is the general registration page for Standard Heating's 2023-2024 HVAC training sessions with levels 1 and 4, plus an office/intro class . Training calendars will be available through Standard Heating, contact Shirli Racine for details. Rough schedule is as follows:

Intro/office class: 8/17/23-11/9/23, 1:00-3:00pm
HVAC level 1: 12/7/23-4/11/24, 9:30am-5:00 pm
HVAC level 4: 12/8/23-4/12/24, 8:00am-4:30pm

Meet the General - Sponsorship 2024 1/1/2024 3:30 PM - 3/1/2024 6:00 PM

Thu, 26 Oct 2023 10:07:33 GMT

Sponsorship for Meet the Generals in 2024

Sponsorship and attend all 3 Meet the Generals

Fargo 2/13/2024

Waite Park 2/15/2024

Shakopee 2/22/2024

All events are 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM

NCCER Virtual Certification - 02/2024 2/1/2024 - 3/2/2024

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 08:32:05 GMT

In these courses, you will learn the history of NCCER and how the curriculum was developed, become certified to train, evaluate, or proctor in the craft(s) that you have significant level of experience (i.e. journey-level of experience or greater, 4+ years), ensure that you are using the proper evaluation techniques for your training program and improve upon the ones currently in place, learn the skills needed to successfully manage a training program before, during and after the class, determine what makes a good communicator, a good leader and how to incorporate those qualities into your classroom. Note: Proctor certification does not require 4+ years of experience in the trade/craft for which you will proctor exams.

Depending on which certification you will be earning, these courses may consist of as many as two live-online six-hour sessions, one live-online three-hour session, and four self-guided modules. All sessions are accessed through the NCCER LMS. If you have trouble accessing any of the sessions, please contact ABC's Tom Kennedy at tom.kennedy@mnabc.com or 952-208-4935

NCCER Virtual Certification - 03/2024 3/1/2024 - 3/31/2024

Fri, 23 Feb 2024 14:06:31 GMT

Pipelayer Certification - 3/5/24 - ND 3/5/2024 8:00 AM - 3/5/2024 12:00 Noon

Wed, 31 Jan 2024 14:01:01 GMT

MN state law requires that at least one laborer in an “active” building sewer or water worksite must have a pipelayers card. In this class, you will learn about the certification origin/the decree, review MN state plumbing code pertaining to site/Off - R.O.W./Yard piping projects, pipe laying procedures, code terminology, materials needed, inspection/testing procedures. The certification is valid for three years.

The presenter will be Blayne Vonasek from RJ Zavoral & Sons, Inc

Attendees who register by 2/27/24 will receive their pipelayer cards at the end of the class session upon successfully passing the exam. Those registered after 2/27/24 will receive their cards in the mail following the class. All attendees can receive a digital copy of their card via email by contacting ABC's Education Director: tom.kennedy@mnabc.com

All cancellation must be made in writing 72 hours prior to the start date and are subject to a processing fee. No refunds will be given if cancellations are made after the deadline. Most events and programs have space limitations and reservations are taken on first come, first serve basis. It is important to reserve early for an event or program that you wish to attend. ABC reserves the right to cancel the class for any reason and will do so at least 48 hours before the beginning of the course. This session will be postponed and/or cancelled if the class minimum is not met.

ASHE Health Care Construction Workshop Fargo ND 3/5/2024 8:00 AM - 3/6/2024 4:00 PM

Fri, 22 Dec 2023 09:35:16 GMT

Registration has closed, but please contact Dale Larson at dale.larson@ndabc.com, or call 701-238-8853 if you have any questions.

ASHE Education

Health Care Construction Workshop

Two-Day Course:
Tuesday, March 5, 2024 | 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Wednesday, March 6, 2024 | 8:00 am – 4:00 pm

Hosted by ABC Minnesota / North Dakota

Location:

NDSCS Skills & Tech Center

1305 19^th Ave N

Fargo, ND 58102

Please note: The HC Construction Workshop (Part 1) e-learning is required to be completed before attending the 2-day HC Construction Workshop in person. This e-learning will help you prepare for the face-to-face course. Completing ONLY the Part 1 e-learning portion DOES NOT constitute as completion of the Health Care Construction Workshop.
You will need to Register to create your account and begin the Health Care Construction Workshop (Part 1) prerequisite e-learning after registering for the workshop.

Latest Rulings & Compliance Issues in Health Care Construction

Interactive, high-quality, in-person instruction providing you dynamic exchanges with instructors and attendees
Share best practices, engage in situational discussions to gain clarification and real-world examples
Learn directly from ASHE instructors and participate in question and answer sessions to enhance your understanding

Limited seats available – Register early!
This training is required by most health care systems to work on site.

Please Register Early! Their is Prerequisite work to complete ahead of the workshop.

Hotels near by. Please contact the hotel directly to make your hotel reservation.

Candlewood Suites 1831 NDSU Research Park Drive, Fargo ND 58102 701-235-8200 Link to Hotel: Candlewood Suites Fargo

Homewood Suites 2021 16th St N, Fargo, ND 58102 701-235-3150 Link to Hotel: Homewood Suites Fargo

Workshop Overview:

Validate your knowledge of working in a health care environment!

Completely updated to include the latest ruling from CMS, the Health Care Construction Workshop combines an e-learning course and a two-day seminar. The program offers education with a comprehensive risk management approach to critical topics in health care construction, including:

The health care planning, design, and construction process;
Life Safety Code® compliance;
Construction risk assessment (including general risks and a special focus on infection risks);
Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems (MEP);
Medical gas systems;
Medical technology;
Project expectations.

You will gain an understanding of the latest compliance issues in health care construction, and learn what owners, staff, and patients expect of constructors working in the health care environment.

Valid for 17.5 CECs (equivalent to 17.5 contact hours)!

12.5 CECs for the 2-day HCC Workshop
5 CECs for the HCC e-Learning prerequisite

Learning Outcomes:

Articulate factors that are unique to the planning, design, construction, and renovation of health care facilities and implement best practices based on those factors.
Identify codes and standards compliance issues that are impacted during planning, design, construction and renovation, and implement measures to ensure compliance.
Understand how to assess construction risks, develop mitigating strategies, monitor the effectiveness of those strategies, and determine documentation requirements.
Prepare a sample comprehensive risk mitigation plan based on a real life project that can be used to form the foundation of your next health care construction project.
Facilitate and effectively participate in communication with the health care construction or renovation project team and stakeholders.

Who Should Attend:

This educational program will be valuable to field leaders, facility managers and project managers – as well as:

General contractors
Subcontractors
Health care equipment providers
Health care facility managers
Construction project managers
Infection preventionists wanting to learn more about construction

Refund & Substitution Policy:

No refunds after 2/2/2024 at 4 pm. Only substitutions.

Substitutions allowed up until 2/9/2024. Name and payment must be submitted in advance.

Registration Details:

Price includes: Access to the e-learning program, earn 17.5 CEC’s (equivalent to 17.5 contact hours), two day seminar, onsite course materials, certificate of completion, Light breakfast and lunch both days, Contact ND ABC for more information.

ABC and ASHE Members receive discounted pricing.

PLEASE NOTE: Invoicing is only available to ABC Members. Non-members will need to please pay at time of registration either via credit card payment online or by calling the Chapter office: (701) 238-8853. We apologize for any inconvenience. Thank you!

This is an official ASHE program being hosted by ABC MN/ND. Pricing, registration, and coordination of these events are determined by ABC MN/ND. Registrations for this program are not transferable to other ASHE courses.

Hotels near by. Please contact the hotel directly to make your hotel reservation.

Candlewood Suites 1831 NDSU Research Park Drive, Fargo ND 58102 701-235-8200 Link to Hotel: Candlewood Suites Fargo

Homewood Suites 2021 16th St N, Fargo, ND 58102 701-235-3150 Link to Hotel: Homewood Suites Fargo

2024 Legislative Day at the Capitol 3/6/2024 8:00 AM - 3/6/2024 1:00 PM

Mon, 15 Jan 2024 10:00:34 GMT

The 2024 Legislative Session begins on Monday, February 12th, and our legislators need to hear from you! Join us for our annual ABC Legislative Day at the Capitol on March 6th to meet with your legislators and fellow contractors to share how legislation being debated in St. Paul will have a dramatic impact on your businesses, employees, in your community, and for the state.

8:00 a.m. - ABC will kick off the day at the capitol with opening remarks and an update on the legislative session so far at the Radisson Hotel St. Paul Downtown. Breakfast and refreshments will be provided.
8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. - Meetings with your local senator and representative. This is your chance to meet one on one with your legislators, tell them about your company and current projects, and explain how legislation in St. Paul directly affects the merit shop construction industry! ABC staff will schedule the meetings for you and provide you with details on when and where the meetings will take place - either at the State Capitol or the Minnesota Senate Office Building.
11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. - We return to the Radisson Hotel St. Paul Downtown for lunch and a Q&A with key lawmakers from the House and Senate.

If you have attended our Day at the Capitol in the past, sign up again and encourage a co-worker or family member to join us as well. For those who have not attended in the past, this is a great way to talk with your elected representatives and be a part of ABC's grassroots legislative advocacy efforts!

Pipelayer Certification - 3/7/24 - Ada, MN 3/7/2024 8:00 AM - 3/7/2024 12:00 Noon

Fri, 23 Feb 2024 11:03:06 GMT

The presenter will be Blayne Vonasek from RJ Zavoral & Sons, Inc

March Madness at Top Golf 3/21/24 3/21/2024 12:00 Noon - 3/21/2024 4:00 PM

Wed, 08 Nov 2023 12:28:51 GMT

March Madness at Top Golf

March 21st from 12-4pm

ABC members and guests are invited to attend the ABC March Madness event at Top Golf in Brooklyn Center from 12-4pm. Of course we will TVs with the Sweet 16, but will also have 17 bays for golf, food and drinks! Take a break from the office or jobsite and join us for a day of golf and networking. Register as a team of 6, or as an individual. Sponsorships are also available. See you at Top Golf!

Questions? Call or email Jeni.ankeny@mnabc.com or 952-941-8693x102

SOLD OUT - Frontline Supervisor Training March 26 & 27, 2024 3/26/2024 8:00 AM - 3/27/2024 5:00 PM

Thu, 16 Nov 2023 10:21:29 GMT

Give Your Field Leaders the Tools to Succeed

Industry-Leading Frontline Supervisor Training

High-performing craft workers often receive “battlefield” promotions to field leadership roles but lack the training and skills to effectively manage their crew. Associated Builders and Contractors of MN and ND is offering a 2-day frontline supervisor training program in partnership with Trestles, a group of construction and technology experts. Join us and empower your valued leaders to succeed. Click here to view the syllabus for this course

What will my supervisors learn?

Attendees will learn how to effectively manage their field crews to maximize performance. Our NCCER Certified Master Trainer incorporates industry best practices and 30 years of construction experience into the comprehensive, 16-hour training course. Topics include:

• Short interval scheduling

• Work breakdown structure

• Labor cost management

• Constraint removal

• Productivity management

• Lean implementation

• Continuous improvement

• Effective leadership

Who should attend?

We strongly encourage participation from support groups with roles such as:

• Future Leaders

• Frontline Supervisors (Foremen, crew leads)

• Field Engineers

• Project Control Managers

• Project Engineers

• Superintendents

• Project Managers

• Construction Managers

Hear what others are saying

“It’s a perfect breakdown of the fundamentals of being a great frontline supervisor.”

Ben Davis, Superintendent

The class had many tools that supervisors could use immediately to improve their crews and themselves.”

Ryan Zapata, Project Manager