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ABC is closely monitoring the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and how the virus is impacting our workplaces and communities. ABC of Wisconsin staff members are actively cultivating new information and resources to help construction companies through this difficult time. In addition to these resources, members can find the latest scheduling changes for member events and apprenticeship classes here.
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july
Hosted by Littler Mendelson P.C. While COVID-19-related stay-at-home restrictions have been easing, new state and local requirements make clear that what businesses are “returning to" will look very different from
Hosted by Littler Mendelson P.C. While COVID-19-related stay-at-home restrictions have been easing, new state and local requirements make clear that what businesses are “returning to” will look very different from what they left. Employers in every industry must consider when, whether and how to make that return safely.
Join leaders of Littler’s Return to Work Task Force Devjani Mishra and Melissa Peters and our host, ComplianceHR CEO Lori Brown, as they discuss how to:
Speakers: Devjani H. Mishra, Melissa K. Peters and Lori Brown of Littler Mendelson P.C.
(Monday) 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
This is a TWO-DAY course is being held on July 17 & 24! Attendees successfully completing this two-day course will receive a wallet-sized card from the U.S. Department of Labor which
This is a TWO-DAY course is being held on July 17 & 24!
Attendees successfully completing this two-day course will receive a wallet-sized card from the U.S. Department of Labor which certifies completion of this course and a large reference binder for future use. This program is Department of Commerce approved for 10 hours of Continuing Education Units for Dwelling Contractor Qualifier Certification, and 1 unit for Plumbers, Sprinkler Fitters and Electricians.
A facility will be secured once the minimum number of registrants is reached. Event Confirmations will be emailed and/or mailed out at that time.
Classes can be canceled up to 2 weeks prior due to low registration numbers.
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(Friday) 7:00 am - 12:30 pm CST
Wildwood Lodge Pewaukee
N14 W24121 Tower Place
The Construction Classroom
Mike is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point with a degree in Business Management. He has over 30 years construction experience as Owner and Manager of construction businesses in Wisconsin. Mike has served on the ABC Wisconsin Board of Directors and was the driving force behind the creation of the ABC Heavy Equipment Operator Apprenticeship program, having taught the program for several years. Currently, Mike teaches several Construction leadership and management courses for ABC Wisconsin. In addition, he continues to travel throughout the United States and Canada teaching construction professionals and sharing a lifetime of “real experiences” in and personal enthusiasm for construction.
The Construction Classroom
Great craftspeople can become great crew leaders, foremen, and supervisors, with proper support, guidance, and educational opportunities. Format ABC of Wisconsin uses the GoToWebinar format for online classes. The Construction Foreman online
Great craftspeople can become great crew leaders, foremen, and supervisors, with proper support, guidance, and educational opportunities.
Format
ABC of Wisconsin uses the GoToWebinar format for online classes. The Construction Foreman online series is $169 and consists of 90-minute to 2- hour live online modules that provides participants with the knowledge they need to build their supervisory skills. Once a person has registered and is approved, an invitation will be sent. Click on the link at the appropriate time and follow the prompts.
Before each module starts, a PDF of the workbook will be sent to download. Note: the workbook will be in an editable format, but we recommend you work from a hard copy if possible.
The instructor for this class is Michael Somers of The Construction Classroom.
Who Should Enroll?
This program is for those with little or no formal supervisory training who supervise others in some capacity. This includes new crew leaders, foreman, and supervisors with anywhere from a few months to a few years’ experience. Company owners, project managers, and experienced supervisors are welcome to attend.
Online Schedule
(Tuesday) 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm CST
Learn from seasoned surety industry leaders how contractors should protect themselves contractually during the pandemic and pitfalls to avoid. Find out how the current construction market compares to the market
Learn from seasoned surety industry leaders how contractors should protect themselves contractually during the pandemic and pitfalls to avoid. Find out how the current construction market compares to the market following the 2008 financial crisis; how the surety market could be impacted based on anticipated changes in the construction industry and how the surety industry will perform. Panelists will also discuss bonding capacity and/or the ability to get bonding, the ability to call on a bond of a contractor impacted by the pandemic and insights into current and anticipated claim patterns due to the pandemic.
Speakers: Julie Alleyne, The Surety & Fidelity Association of America; Michael Gross, CNA Surety; Thomas O. McClellan, Zurich Surety; Steve Nelson, Markel Surety
Moderator: Mike Bellaman, ABC National
(Tuesday) 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Join us in an online presentation and discussion on “Firing Without Fear” presented by Mark Johnson, attorney with ABC member Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. The easiest lawsuit to
Join us in an online presentation and discussion on “Firing Without Fear” presented by Mark Johnson, attorney with ABC member Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.
The easiest lawsuit to defend is the lawsuit that is never filed. This webinar will discuss best practices before and during employment terminations, and will prepare you for the unexpected. Topics will include: the questions you should ask before discharge, good and bad evidence of the reason to terminate, the termination meeting, the effects of not firing a problem employee, and post-employment issues. If you must make the decision or provide final input into a termination decision, this session will provide you with valuable information to eliminate the fear of firing when it is appropriate and to handle terminations lawfully and effectively.
This session is free and only open to ABC members!
(Wednesday) 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
This is a TWO-DAY course on July 23 & 30! Attendees successfully completing this two-day course will receive a wallet-sized card from the U.S. Department of Labor which certifies completion of
This is a TWO-DAY course on July 23 & 30!
Attendees successfully completing this two-day course will receive a wallet-sized card from the U.S. Department of Labor which certifies completion of this course and a large reference binder for future use. This program is Department of Commerce approved for 10 hours of Continuing Education Units for Dwelling Contractor Qualifier Certification, and 1 unit for Plumbers, Sprinkler Fitters and Electricians.
A facility will be secured once the minimum number of registrants is reached. Event Confirmations will be emailed and/or mailed out at that time.
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(Thursday) 9:00 am - 2:30 pm CST
Holiday Inn Eau Claire
4751 Owen Ayres Court, Eau Claire, Wisconsin 54701
Join fellow ABC members at this beautiful par 71 course just east of Madison for fun, socializing and prizes. Lunch - 11 to 11:45 a.m. | Shotgun Start - Noon |
Join fellow ABC members at this beautiful par 71 course just east of Madison for fun, socializing and prizes.
Lunch – 11 to 11:45 a.m. | Shotgun Start – Noon | Dinner and Prizes – 5 p.m.
Registration is limited to 144 golfers.
Sold Out!
(Wednesday) 11:00 am
The Oaks Golf Course
4740 Pierceville Rd, Cottage Grove, WI 53527
A seminar for all field personnel, management personnel, safety directors, and owners. Confined Spaces require special training and equipment in order to safely complete work. Confined Spaces kill construction workers every
A seminar for all field personnel, management personnel, safety directors, and owners.
Confined Spaces require special training and equipment in order to safely complete work. Confined Spaces kill construction workers every month in this country – let’s make sure you make it out alive!
This 4-hour interactive course will cover –
• Identify what types of areas are confined spaces (permit-required confined spaces vs. non-permit spaces)
• Analyze the hazards found in confined spaces
• Assess which confined spaces can be reclassified
• Evaluate various fall hazards
• Understand the operation, use, and limitations of air monitoring equipment
• Identify proper ventilation techniques
• Identify proper non-entry rescue techniques and equipment
• Understand the permitting procedures
• Roles of the permit space entrant(s), attendant, and supervisor
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(Friday) 7:00 am - 11:00 am CST
ABC of Wisconsin
5330 Wall St., Madison, WI 53718
august
Join ABC Members outside at the pavillion for networking, appetizers, and drinks at The Rock Bar and Grill in Beloit! While this event is free to members, we still need to
Join ABC Members outside at the pavillion for networking, appetizers, and drinks at The Rock Bar and Grill in Beloit!
While this event is free to members, we still need to know how many individuals will attend at least 48 hours in advance.
**If you are feeling ill or have any symptoms related to COVID-19 (such as cough, shortness of breath or fever), please stay home to keep everybody safe.**
Event Sponsors:
(Wednesday) 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm CST
The Rock Bar and Grill
101 Maple Ave., Beloit, WI 53511
thu06aug7:00 am11:00 amConfined Space Awareness-Pewaukee7:00 am - 11:00 am CST Pewaukee Area
A seminar for all field personnel, management personnel, safety directors, and owners. Confined Spaces require special training and equipment in order to safely complete work. Confined Spaces kill construction workers every
A seminar for all field personnel, management personnel, safety directors, and owners.
Confined Spaces require special training and equipment in order to safely complete work. Confined Spaces kill construction workers every month in this country – let’s make sure you make it out alive!
This 4-hour interactive course will cover –
• Identify what types of areas are confined spaces (permit-required confined spaces vs. non-permit spaces)
• Analyze the hazards found in confined spaces
• Assess which confined spaces can be reclassified
• Evaluate various fall hazards
• Understand the operation, use, and limitations of air monitoring equipment
• Identify proper ventilation techniques
• Identify proper non-entry rescue techniques and equipment
• Understand the permitting procedures
• Roles of the permit space entrant(s), attendant, and supervisor
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(Thursday) 7:00 am - 11:00 am CST
Pewaukee Area
This is a TWO-DAY course on August 13 & 14 from 7 am - 12:30 pm! Attendees successfully completing this two-day course will receive a wallet-sized card from the U.S. Department
This is a TWO-DAY course on August 13 & 14 from 7 am – 12:30 pm!
Attendees successfully completing this two-day course will receive a wallet-sized card from the U.S. Department of Labor which certifies completion of this course and a large reference binder for future use. This program is Department of Commerce approved for 10 hours of Continuing Education Units for Dwelling Contractor Qualifier Certification, and 1 unit for Plumbers, Sprinkler Fitters and Electricians.
Classes can be canceled up to 2 weeks prior due to low registration numbers.
Facilities will not be secured until we have enough attendees to hold each training.
Confirmations will be sent with full location details.
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(Thursday) 7:00 am - 12:30 pm CST
Appleton Area
Join ABC Members downstairs in the outdoor biergarten for networking, appetizers, and drinks at the Great Dane Pub & Brewing Co. in Wausau! While this event is free to members, we still
Join ABC Members downstairs in the outdoor biergarten for networking, appetizers, and drinks at the Great Dane Pub & Brewing Co. in Wausau!
While this event is free to members, we still need to know how many individuals will attend at least 48 hours in advance.
**If you are feeling ill or have any symptoms related to COVID-19 (such as cough, shortness of breath or fever), please stay home to keep everybody safe.**
Event Sponsors:
(Wednesday) 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm CST
Great Dane Pub & Brewing Co.
2305 Sherman St., Wausau, WI 54401
This 6-hour class: - Meets OSHA qualification standard for rigging and signal person - Includes written and practical training and testing - Qualification compliance card issued upon successful completion Detailed Flyer
This 6-hour class:
– Meets OSHA qualification standard for rigging and signal person
– Includes written and practical training and testing
– Qualification compliance card issued upon successful completion
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(Friday) 7:00 am - 1:00 pm CST
ABC of Wisconsin
5330 Wall St., Madison, WI 53718
This is a TWO-DAY course on August 27 & 28 from 7 am - 12:30 pm! Attendees successfully completing this two-day course will receive a wallet-sized card from the U.S. Department
This is a TWO-DAY course on August 27 & 28 from 7 am – 12:30 pm!
Attendees successfully completing this two-day course will receive a wallet-sized card from the U.S. Department of Labor which certifies completion of this course and a large reference binder for future use. This program is Department of Commerce approved for 10 hours of Continuing Education Units for Dwelling Contractor Qualifier Certification, and 1 unit for Plumbers, Sprinkler Fitters and Electricians.
Classes can be canceled up to 2 weeks prior due to low registration numbers.
Facilities will not be secured until we have enough attendees to hold each training.
Confirmations will be sent with full location details.
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(Thursday) 7:00 am - 12:30 pm CST
Green Bay Area
Green Bay, WI
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Chapter News & Updates
Associated Builders and Contractors of Wisconsin launched the 2020 Projects of Distinction Excellence In Construction Awards Program today. Now in its 27th year, the Projects of Distinction [...]
We believe Congress should make significant infrastructure investments that will be vital to the safety and security of our country and help restore our economy to its pre-pandemic might. This is [...]
Associated Builders and Contractors recently launched the Safe and Healthy Construction Pledge, an industry-wide call to action to redouble construction jobsite safety commitments under new [...]
The Training Network has added another a new "Protecting Yourself Against COVID-19" educational video to the video subscription for ABC of Wisconsin members.
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