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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 8 hours of Unpaid Related Instruction (URI)!

Course Session Time: 7:30 – 4:00 p.m.

Instructor(s): Bill Rozga, Trade Talk LLC

Refreshments and lunch will be provided at each location.

Registration Fee:  $200 Members & Apprentices

This is a 4-part class taking place on December 7 & 8, 2023 and January 4 & 5, 2024 from 7 am – 3:30 pm.

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.

Lunch will be included.

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

W.O.W Web Series – Words of Wisdom from Women in Construction
This web series is designed for anyone in construction interested in expanding their knowledge base from people who have unique experiences in the industry. Expert leaders share knowledge across a variety of topics based on years of work in construction. 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

NOTE: Registration fee(s) are for one registration only.

December 7 – Holly Jones, Chief Culture Officer, Dave Jones | Steg Plumbing
Creating the BEST Merit Shop Culture (3 of 3 sessions)
Company culture can be one of the reasons people are attracted to your company and why they stay. Being able to communicate and actively promote the merit shop culture can be difficult. Holly will discuss how she and her team have cultivated a culture that creates a sense of belonging and community. She will share how her organization protects this culture by encouraging feedback from her staff through routine check-ins and providing opportunities that truly support and foster the team environment.

Construction U – Workforce

Transition to Trainer

Course: $50

Dates: December 12, and December 14, 2023 (Attendance is required at BOTH classes)

Times: 3:30 – 7:30 p.m.

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

Refreshments and snacks will be provided. Dinner is not included.

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.

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

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

This is a TWO-DAY course is being held on December 26 & 27, 2023

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.
Facilities will not be secured until we have enough attendees to hold each training.
Confirmations will be sent with full location details.