Installation & Applications Using PVC/CPVC

ABC Wisconsin is proud to partner with Spears Manufacturing Company to offer education and training on basic installation techniques and specific applications using PVC/CPVC materials.

This course is approved by DPSC and will qualify for 3 CEU’s for licensed plumbers.  This course will qualify for 3 apprenticeship unpaid related instruction hours.  

Wallet training cards provided by Spears® upon completion of training.

What you will learn:

• PVC properties, incompatible materials and substances, chemical resistance, proper hangers and supports.
• Recommended safety precautions.
• Solvent cements, primers, accessories and proper solvent cementing techniques.
• Proper threaded transitions.
• Proper tools for use with PVC/CPVC, including installation tips.

Instructor: Jamie Heinz, Technical Service Representative, Spears® Manufacturing.

W.O.W Web Series – Words of Wisdom from Women in Construction
This four-part web series was designed for anyone in the construction industry interested in expanding their knowledge base from people who have unique experiences in the industry. Expert leaders share knowledge across a variety of topics from leadership and work-life balance to tips on success on impacting safety and business ownership. This is an education series not just for women but for all those who want to make change within the industry environment to support the current workers, and recruit and retain the next generation.
Cost: $30 per session; $100 if you register for all 4

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• June 8 – Amanda Kurt, Vice President & Managing Partner, Kurk Concrete, Inc.
  Secrets of a Working Mom in Construction (1 of 4 sessions)
  Being a mom in the construction industry can often make you feel as if you can’t. This session will provide you information on how you CAN! Spoken from the experience of a working mom in construction, Amanda will discuss how she balances the demands of site and family. Attendees will learn how to cope with the demands of being a working mother in a male-dominated field, along with finding support amongst our shared experiences through group discussion.

• June 22 – Jessie Cannizzaro, President, Milestone Plumbing, Inc.
  From Apprentice to Owner: Lessons Learned Along the Way
  Some of the most important lessons in life are the lessons we learned while leading our lives and building our career.  Jess Cannizzaro will share her experiences, mistakes, and lessons learned along the way on her journey to becoming a successful business owner of a plumbing company.
• July 13 – Sarah Fecht, Best Self Leadership
  Becoming a Person of Influence
  Whatever your vocation or aspiration, you can increase your impact on others by becoming a person of influence and building deeper connections. Learn simple, insightful ways to interact more positively with others, and become the unifier and connector at your organization. Creating positive influence will not only be a catalyst to your own success, but it will also become the legacy you will leave behind. During this session you will be lead through the principles of influence:
  • Faith in people
  • Listening to people
  • Navigating for people
  • Connecting with people
  • Empowering people

• July 27 – Kelly Stacionis, Safety Manager, Holtz Builders, Inc.; Kayla Fonseca, Regional Safety Manager, Faith Technologies, Inc.
  The Soft Skills of Safety
  Whether educating workers about potential hazards on the job site, explaining safety procedures to new employees, or directing people during an emergency, safety professionals need to know how to communicate clearly and persuade people to change their behaviors. Utilizing soft skills that recognize the human aspect deliver more results when it comes to changing safety behaviors. This session will discuss the impact soft skills have on influencing safety decisions that drive positive results through examples and situational scenarios.

Reading Construction Documents (6 hours)

This  two-day, online program is for entry-level architectural or engineering designers, apprentices, entry-level tradespersons, project coordinators, assistant project managers, new project managers, estimators, specialty sales representatives, or anyone in career transition looking for a refresher.

Designed to quickly familiarize students with the basics of reading and understanding construction documents. From navigating title block information to combing through specification documents, participants will learn how to navigate a project and understand the material and construction requirements.

Learning Objectives:

• Introduction to Construction Documents
• Understanding Industry Document Standards
• Drawing Navigation
• The Importance of Specialty Plans

This course is offered on June 12 and June 14, 2023 from 9 -12 p.m. 

Course Requirements (Technology & Participation) 

Please ensure you meet the following requirements:

• Have Bluebeam 2018 or newer installed, and ready to go before class. If you don’t currently have a license of Bluebeam Revu, you can download a free trial here.
• Attendance via tablet or phone is not recommended. You should have a mouse with a scroll wheel when attending this class. In Bluebeam there are several right-click shortcuts, and the wheel will help you zoom in/out on documents.
• 2-screen computer set-up is recommended. This will allow you to watch the instructor on one screen while practicing on the other.

This is a TWO-DAY course is being held on June 15 & 16, 2023 in the Appleton area.

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 due to low registration numbers.

Construction U – Workforce

Transition to Trainer

Course: $65

Time: 8:00am – 4:00pm

Where: ABC Wisconsin, 5330 Wall St., Madison, WI | Professional Development Center

*Refreshments and lunch will be provided

Course Description:
As an experienced professional, you have learned how to use the tools of your trade and master your skills. Transition to Trainer will help you understand how you can share your knowledge and experience with others in your field.
Course Objectives:
– Understand your role as a job site trainer
– Learn how to be a coach and mentor
– Explore how to maintain a positive work environment
– Examine the process for giving useful feedback

This 8-hour course was developed by the Bureau of Apprenticeship Standards and is required for all final year apprentices prior to graduation.

Construction Estimating Principles and Application (8 hours)

Great Estimators know that to be competitive and competent in the current market, their companies must continually be in search of an edge. “How can we approach this project differently than our competition?” This virtual interactive training workshop is scheduled in two half-day sessions. 

Viewpoint 1 – The Estimating Principles Behind Every Bid:

This open forum discussion led by a panel of experienced construction estimators explores advanced elements of construction estimating. Experienced estimators will be challenged to evaluate their own systems within the framework of current trends and models with an emphasis on Bluebeam. Every topic will be discussed from various perspectives to allow Estimators from across the spectrum to benefit.

Learning Objectives:

• Cost/Price analysis
• Pricing project constraints
• How to build flexibility into your system
• Optimum time to complete
• Escalation
• Managing risk within the estimate
• Danger zones to avoid

Viewpoint 2 – How Technology Can Produce Faster, More Accurate Estimates:

Oftentimes simply being more visual in your bid scope can put you ahead of the competition by showing you truly understand the project. Each day we’ll spend some time demonstrating how technology can not only replace your highlighters, scales, and calculator, but fluid company standards for you and your team. With an emphasis on Bluebeam Revu, these digital tools and workflows will produce clear, visual markups that are accurate, predictable, and consistent no matter who on the team uses them. 

Learning Objectives:

• Working with PDF drawings
• Calibrating drawings
• Measurement tools
• Custom measurement tools
• Displaying and exporting data

Part 1 is scheduled on July 6; Part 2 is scheduled on July 7: Times: 12 – 4 p.m. 

Course Requirements (Technology & Participation) 

Please ensure you meet the following requirements:

• Have Bluebeam 2018 or newer installed, and ready to go before class. If you don’t currently have a license of Bluebeam Revu, you can download a free trial here.
• Attendance via tablet or phone is not recommended. You should have a mouse with a scroll wheel when attending this class. In Bluebeam there are several right-click shortcuts, and the wheel will help you zoom in/out on documents.
• 2-screen computer set-up is recommended. This will allow you to watch the instructor on one screen while practicing on the other.

Gold Cross FA/CPR 

This course combines CPR and First Aid training. It was designed for the occupational first aid provider, this extremely flexible program can help employers meet OSHA and other federal and state regulatory requirements for training employees how to respond and care for medical emergencies at work.

Classes are limited to 14 participants!

BASELINE BASICS 2 hours

Whether you’re opening Bluebeam Revu for the first time, or you’ve used it for years, this class will ensure a higher baseline knowledge. Attendees will learn interface navigation including menu dropdowns, toolbars, various tool panels, keyboard shortcuts and a few recommended settings. While learning various markup and measurement tools, several tips & tricks will be shared to increase speed and accuracy. 

Learning Objectives:

• Interface Navigation
• Calibration & Measurements
• Introduction to the Markups List

Course Requirements (Technology & Participation) 

Please ensure you meet the following requirements:

• Have Bluebeam 2018 or newer installed, and ready to go before class. If you don’t currently have a license of Bluebeam Revu, you can download a free trial here.
• Attendance via tablet or phone is not recommended. You should have a mouse with a scroll wheel when attending this class. In Bluebeam there are several right-click shortcuts, and the wheel will help you zoom in/out on documents.
• 2-screen computer set-up is recommended. This will allow you to watch the instructor on one screen while practicing on the other.

W.O.W Web Series – Words of Wisdom from Women in Construction
This four-part web series was designed for anyone in the construction industry interested in expanding their knowledge base from people who have unique experiences in the industry. Expert leaders share knowledge across a variety of topics from leadership and work-life balance to tips on success on impacting safety and business ownership. This is an education series not just for women but for all those who want to make change within the industry environment to support the current workers, and recruit and retain the next generation.

• July 13 – Sarah Fecht, Best Self Leadership
  Becoming a Person of Influence (Part 3 of 4 sessions)
  Whatever your vocation or aspiration, you can increase your impact on others by becoming a person of influence and building deeper connections. Learn simple, insightful ways to interact more positively with others, and become the unifier and connector at your organization. Creating positive influence will not only be a catalyst to your own success, but it will also become the legacy you will leave behind. During this session you will be lead through the principles of influence:
  • Faith in people
  • Listening to people
  • Navigating for people
  • Connecting with people
  • Empowering people