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In the evolving world of construction, transitioning and ensuring communication remains fluid may require a new set of skills. ABC of WI has developed a course that will help those in this transitioning world to be able to thoroughly understand what is causing employee reactions, rationale and logic, and appropriate ways to navigate difficult conversations. Emotional Intelligence (EI) is a critical skill in the construction industry due to its significant impact on team dynamics, communication, and overall project success.

What You Will Learn:

• Improve self-awareness within leader to peer conversations
• Develop an understanding in the 4 competencies of emotional intelligence
• Improve communication with everyone on the job
• Develop an understanding of the modern-day workers value and reward system
• Integrate communication and value systems to deliver employee development plans

Who Should Attend:

• Field workers
• Foreman / Team Leaders
• Rising leaders & key personnel in team culture
• People recognized as “influencers” in the organization

This course counts for 7 hours of Unpaid Related Instruction (URI)!

Course Session Time: 8 – 3:00 p.m.

Instructor(s): Lee Hill, Koppers Railroad, Inc.

Refreshments and lunch will be provided.

Registration Fee:  $225 Members & Apprentices

This is a 4-part class taking place on December 4 & 5, 2025 and January 8 & 9, 2026 from 7:00am – 3:30pm.

This course is designed specifically for the professional craft person, supervisor, manager, and owner in the construction industry who wants to gain hands-on skills to better meet OSHA regulations, build programs that fulfill OSHA requirements, and qualify for 30 hours of OSHA compliance training. Using OSHA standards as a guide, special emphasis is placed on becoming knowledgeable about hazards in the construction industry.

See flyer for course topics.

Lunch will be included.

Class can be canceled up to 2 weeks prior due to low registration numbers.

Construction foremen play a critical role in successful construction sites. They act as leaders and managers on complex construction sites; provide communications between the field and the home office and are often on the front line with the customers. Being a successful foreman requires skill. This person is an individual who not only produces a high-quality final product, but also one who is profitable, productive, and personable.

Who Should Attend:

• Field workers looking to explore and grow in the role of a foreman
• Foreman looking to improve skills sets and enhance the function of a team
• Small – midsize construction company owners wanting to improve his or her leadership abilities

What You Will Learn:

• Understand the role of a foreman
• Explore your leadership style and understand it’s impact
• Discuss why delegation is critical to your success and how to do it effectively
• The steps to building an engaged team and establishing a positive workplace culture

This course counts for 7 hours of Unpaid Related Instruction (URI)!

Course Session Time: 7:30 – 3:00 p.m.

Instructor(s): Bill Rozga, Trade Talk LLC

Refreshments and lunch will be provided.

Registration Fee:  $200 Members & Apprentices

MSHA ANNUAL REFRESHER TRAINING

Course Details:

Our 30 CFR MSHA Part 46 Annual Refresher Training Course keeps experienced miners up to date on a wide range of topics that are critical to mine safety and worker health. This eight-hour course satisfies MSHA’s annual retraining requirements for current surface miners who previously completed Part 46 New Miner training.

Note: Your company must have a MSHA training plan.

Location will be secured once minimum attendance number is reached. Confirmations will be sent out at that time to all registered attendees.