NCA EDUCATIONAL & TRAINING COURSES

Working at Heights • Elevated Work Platform Forklift • Joint Health & Safety • First Aid / CPR

Please note: Classes of 12 are available until further increases are permitted. To register: We have simplified this procedure in our partnership with Langlois Safety Training and Consulting Services. Here are the instructions to follow: First time registrants need to register through the Account link for Langlois Safety, which can be found in the footer of our website https://langloissafety.com/ or users can use the link below: https://langloissafety.com/account/    Users need to sign up (one time only), and then they will be prompted to activate their account by clicking the link automatically sent to their email.   Once they click that link, they will be redirected to the account dashboard page, where they will now see a link to the NCA Members Store - https://langloissafety.com/nca-members-store/    They can now register for any course at the reduced NCA member price.   Credit card is the preferred payment method on our secure site. If a business does not want to pay via credit card, they must register over the phone (289-271-8623) and ask to be invoiced but they must mention they are an NCA member to qualify for reduced pricing. Once they have registered an account, they can purchase any course simply by logging in.  Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions. Email office@niagaraconstruction.org or call 905-682-6661.

MICROSOFT TRAINING COURSES ONLINE

Microsoft Project for Construction online course (4 parts) Sept 22, 24, 29, Oct 1 - Read more Microsoft Project for Construction Part 1 - Scheduling September 22 - Read more Microsoft Project for Construction Part 2 - Resources September 24 - Read more Microsoft Project for Construction Part 3 - Tracking Changes September 15 OR September 29 - Read more Microsoft Project for Construction Part 4 - Cost Control September 17 OR October 1 - Read more Microsoft Excel for Construction (Basic) online course (2 Parts) Part 1 Read more/ Part 2 Read more - September 16 & 23 Microsoft Excel for Construction (Advanced) online course (2 Parts) Part 1 & 2 Read more - September 30 & October 7 Creating a Risk Management Plan for Construction - October 7 Read more You can find pricing and full description of the courses at https://escomputertraining.com/courses/list/industry/9.    Each course date is three hours in duration and runs from 1:00 to 4:00 pm.The class size is restricted to six participants.

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Construction 101 and Beyond ONLINE

(4 morning sessions) Thursday, September 24, Friday, September 25, Thursday, October 1 & Friday, October 2, 2020 - 8:30 am to 12:00 pm OR (4 evening sessions) Tuesday, November 3, Wednesday, November 4, Tuesday, November 10 & Wednesday, November 11, 2020 - 6:30 to 10:00 pm Fee: $550 (+HST) Members / $650 (+HST) Non-members *Two Gold Seal Credits Instructor: Derek Smith, ConstructionLab *Pre-payment is needed for this registration. We require 48 business hour advance notice for cancellation. No shows will be billed. Content: This course will outline the basics of construction including procedures, laws and processes which focus on: ·   Introduction to the Construction Industry ·   Tendering, Bidding and Award of Contracts ·   Format of Contracts ·   Laws, Standards and Procedures in Construction ·   Risk Management in Construction ·   Construction Project Management & Administration   This course aims to breakdown the complexity of the Construction Industry by showing how various stakeholders – owners, consultants, contractors, sub-contractors, manufacturers, suppliers and service providers fit into the Industry. Participants will engage in learning activities that will enable them to appreciate project delivery from concept to closeout. This course is ideal for administrative staff or anyone who is new to the Construction Industry. This course is ideal for administrative staff or anyone who is new to the Construction Industry.   Learning Outcomes: Upon successful completion of this course participants will be able to: Summarize the role of various parties within the construction industry. Compare types of contractors and key players involved in the Industrial, Commercial, Institutional, Civil (ICIC) sector construction process. Identify applicable laws, standards, and procedures in construction projects. Describe contractual methods for project delivery. Name elements of risk management in the construction industry. Discuss construction management administration. Explain the role of various professional and trade industry associations

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2-Day Supervisor Course ONLINE

Thursday, November 12 & Thursday, November 19 8:30 am to 4:30 pm *2 Gold Seal Credits Fee: $475 (+HST) Members / $550 (+HST) Non-members Instructor: Ellaline Davies, Safety Works *Pre-payment is needed for this registration. We require 48 business hour advance notice for cancellation. No shows will be billed. Do you meet the tender obligation of having your supervisors complete a 2-day course?  When was last time they took it?  Are they doing what they need to to limit their and your liability?  You are liable NOW...TODAY, for your actions. Learn the latest on legislation, MLTSD Guidelines, roles and responsibilities of all workplace parties and the tools that our supervisors need to be compliant with the law. WHY YOU NEED TO TAKE THIS COURSE: You are a new Supervisor You haven’t done any training for a while and aren’t sure of your legal obligations You need to know the tools that are available to you on the job You want to be successful and limit your liability! WHO SHOULD ATTEND? Supervisors, Foremen and anyone who acts in a supervisory role. Limited space available. We limit our class sizes to 8 to ensure that each participant has individual attention.

What they're saying: "Real life stories give a good perspective of our jobs." "Really put into perspective my responsibilities / consequences." "I enjoyed the way Ella presented everything. Easy to learn and understand." "Love the visual displays that accompany the text. The course was very thorough and eye opening. Great day!"  "Awesome!"

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Closeout of a Construction Project ONLINE

Monday, September 21 & Tuesday, September 22 1:00 - 4:00 pm OR Tuesday, October 13 & Wednesday, October 14, 2020 1:00 - 4:00 pm OR Monday, October 26 & Tuesday, October 27, 2020 1:00 - 4:00 pm OR Wednesday, November 18 & Thursday, November 19, 2020 1:00 - 4:00 pm *1 Gold Seal Credit Fee: $300 (+HST) Members / $400 (+HST) Non-members Instructor: Lee Kelly, M.A.A.T.O, P.GSC, Constructing Minds Pre-payment is needed for this registration. We require 48 business hour advance notice for cancellation. No shows will be billed. Click here for full course description. Lee knows construction because she has built it. Content: This two-day session will discuss how the principles of organizing early, teamwork and communication work together to achieve a successful project close out. Construction Project Close Out is organized into 5 basic phases: Pre-Construction Close Out, Construction Close Out, Post Construction Close Out, Organizational Close Out, Subcontractor Close Out and Financial Close Out. Each phase has its own processes and procedures that must be organized, put into place and executed. Using a manual, which includes spreadsheets, checklists and how to's, participants will learn all of the steps in setting up a project to close it out successfully. Topics discussed will include: O&M manual development and tracking, pre-construction meetings, commissioning planning, permits, deficiency, QA/QC management, Substantial Completion, Final Completion etc.

Lee has boots-on-the-ground experience. With over 30 years of construction management experience under her belt, Lee has gained extensive knowledge and a solid foundation in construction practices, processes and procedures. Lee has successfully delivered projects valued from $1.5mil to $305mil under a variety of contract delivery methods.

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Project Planning for Success ONLINE

Tuesday, October 6 & Wednesday, October 7, 2020 1:00 - 4:00 pm OR Tuesday, October 20 & Wednesday, October 21, 2020 8:00 - 11:00 am OR Monday, November 23 & Tuesday, November 24, 2020 1:00 - 4:00 pm *1 Gold Seal Credit Fee: $300 (+HST) Members / $400 (+HST) Non-members Instructor: Lee Kelly, M.A.A.T.O, P.GSC, Constructing Minds Pre-payment is needed for this registration. We require 48 business hour advance notice for cancellation. No shows will be billed. Click here for full course description. “If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail.” Benjamin Franklin Effective and thorough project planning prior to commencement of work on a new site is essential to the overall success of any construction project. Often focus is mainly directed at winning the work and a rush to start the job, rarely is there adequate time given to taking the time and planning the work in advance. In general, the Construction Execution Plan answers these questions: • What must be done? • Who will do it? • How will it be done? • How long will it take? • How much will it cost? • What are the deliverables? • How will quality be maintained? • What is the schedule?

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Responding Successfully to a Request for Proposal (3 sessions) ONLINE

Wednesday, October 14, Thursday, October 15 & Friday, October 16, 2020 8:00 - 11:00 am OR Monday, November 2, Tuesday, November 3 & Wednesday, November 4, 2020 1:00 - 4:00 pm *2 Gold Seal Credits Fee: $475 (+HST) Members / $575 (+HST) Non-members Instructor: Lee Kelly, M.A.A.T.O, P.GSC, Constructing Minds Pre-payment is needed for this registration. We require 48 business hour advance notice for cancellation. No shows will be billed. This is an INTERACTIVE Online course, a 3-part series taking place over 3 days. All portions of the course must be completed for Gold Seal credit. The price and registration are for ALL days What is Virtual Instructor-Led Training? Our courses will be ONLINE, in that they will happen in an online forum as opposed to in-class or face-to-face. The format of the course is Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT). This means you're not signing up for another boring Online meeting. Our instructors encourage participation, and have structured their courses to include group discussions, breakout rooms and/or demonstrations. ALL courses are interactive, so it's much more than someone just talking for 3+ hours. Course Description: More and more frequently private sector companies and government organizations are releasing Requests for Proposals (RFP's) as part of their procurement process and moving away from the traditional bid process. Construction companies will win or lose contracts based on their responses to these RFP's. Responding to a Request for Proposal (RFP) successfully requires knowledge, understanding and a proposed solution of the subject, while convincing the potential Owner that your company is the best suited to build their project. Your response must not just be compliant, it must be compelling as well! Through case study this 3-DAY Workshop will cover: -Understand the differences between a Request for Quotation (RFQ) and the typical prequalification in the bid process and how to respond to that RFQ. Your company must first pass the "RFQ" test before being invited to participate in the RFP process. -Learn the fundamental differences between an RFP and the traditional bid process. -Learn to analyze your companies' SWOT and how to leverage these for the RFP response. -Learn how to analyze the RFP to: -Understand the Owner's requirements both for the RFP response and the project -Demonstrate knowledge of the Owner -Understand how your company can best suit the solution -Create a successful strategy for developing a winning response. -Develop "win strategies". -Understand and create "differentiators" to set your company above the competition -Learn to prepare your written response effectively while following the guidelines set out in the RFP. -Learn how responses to RFP's are evaluated and how best to address the criteria. -Learn engaging and effective presentation techniques. -Create an RFP response to the Case Study – both written and presentation. -Write an Executive Summary -Present your Team's RFP proposal.  Who Should Attend:   General Contractors, Trade Contractors, Architects, Designers, Engineers, Consultants, Bid/Proposal Managers and allied professionals in the construction industry. Click here for full course description.

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Trade Contracts: A Double-Edged Sword ONLINE

Wednesday, September 23 & Thursday, September 24, 2020 1:00 - 4:00 pm OR Thursday, October 8 1:00 - 4:00 pm & Wednesday, October 9, 2020 8:00 - 11:00 am OR Thursday, November 5, 2020 & Friday, November 6, 2020 8:00 - 11:00 am *1 Gold Seal Credit Fee: $300 (+HST) Members / $400 (+HST) Non-members Instructor: Lee Kelly, M.A.A.T.O, P.GSC, Constructing Minds Pre-payment is needed for this registration. We require 48 business hour advance notice for cancellation. No shows will be billed. Click here for full course description. This is an INTERACTIVE Online course, a 2-part series taking place over 2 days. Both portions of the course must be completed for Gold Seal credit. The price and registration are for BOTH days What is Virtual Instructor-Led Training? Our courses will be ONLINE, in that they will happen in an online forum as opposed to in-class or face-to-face. The format of the course is Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT). This means you're not signing up for another boring Online meeting. Our instructors encourage participation, and have structured their courses to include group discussions, breakout rooms and/or demonstrations. ALL courses are interactive, so it's much more than someone just talking for 3+ hours. Course Description: Today subcontracts are becoming more and more confusing and onerous with the General Contractors pushing more and more risk, responsibility and liability onto the Trade Contractor, so it behooves the Trade Contractor to have a greater understanding of the contract before a problem threatens their business rather than after.  The Canadian Construction Association Trade Contractors Council published a new "CCA 53 – A Trade Contractor's Guide and Checklist to Construction Contracts" in 2016. The document was created to "draw the attention of Trade Contractors to certain clauses that frequently appear in construction contracts or subcontracts which can adversely affect the rights and obligations of trade contractors." and forms part of the discussion.  Using a manual filled with spreadsheets and checklists this workshop will discuss the Trade Contractor's contractual responsibilities and will examine clauses regarding design responsibility, performance specifications, conduit or flow-down provisions, scope of subcontract work, payment, insurance, protection of work, warranties and temporary site facilities. Contract law, contract terms and conditions, incorporation by reference as well as many other terms will be reviewed and discussed.   A "Subcontract Handbook" will be developed by the participants so that the Subcontractor will better understand the contract requirements.  In addition, and using a green, amber and red-light system using actual subcontracts, participants will review and analyze actual subcontract clauses to identify those clauses to be on the look-out for when reviewing and attempting to understand the construction contracts they are asked to bid upon and sign.  Who Should Attend:  Trade Contractors, General Contractors, Contract Administrators

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Confined Space Awareness ONLINE

Wednesday, September 23 - 8:30 am - 12:30 pm OR 4:00 - 8:00 PM Fee: $95 (+HST) Member/$120 (+HST) Non-Member  Instructor: Ellaline Davies, Safety Works Consulting Inc. Content: A basic level introduction to confined spaces which will cover: Types of hazards Types of confined spaces Identifying, assessing and controlling hazards Forms Legislation - 11 areas Work with Forms and scenarios NOTE: If members have specific scenarios that they would like to work on, please inform instructor ahead of time so that customized training can be done

WHMIS 2015 ONLINE

Tuesday, September 29 - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm OR 4:00 - 8:00 pm Fee: $95 (+HST) Member/$120 (+HST) Non-Member  Instructor: Ellaline Davies, Safety Works Consulting Inc. *Pre-payment is needed for this registration. We require 48 business hour advance notice for cancellation. No shows will be billed. WHMIS 2015: This course is different from the old WHMIS! This course covers: Legislation Responsibilities Pictograms Labels SDS Health and Physical Hazards Discussion of Controls Participants MUST bring: 1 SDS from their OWN company to review during training! If not, then we will discuss the SDS for gasoline.

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Construction Industry ETHICS ONLINE *MANDATORY FOR GOLD SEAL CERTIFICATION*

Wednesday, November 4 (must apply for Gold Seal certification by December 11th) - 8:30 am to 4:30 pm 3 Gold Seal Credits (this component of course is two credits) $200 (+HST) Members/$200 (+HST) Non-members Instructor: Ellaline Davies, Safety Works Consulting Inc. *Pre-payment is needed for this registration. We require 48 business hour advance notice for cancellation. No shows will be billed. Ethical behaviour is paramount in the construction industry. Click here to see video!   By maintaining high ethical standards, and being consistent in our practices, we thrive both personally and professionally. The Construction Industry Ethics course can help your employees navigate the ethical grey areas they face every day. This course has been designed to help you understand ethics as it relates to the construction industry. The course contains interactive elements, case studies, practical examples, videos, and a course glossary. Objectives: Upon completing this course, you will: Understand what is included in "ethical behaviour" Be aware of the importance of ethics in business Know how to make ethical decisions Recognize ethics in the context of the law Understand the direct link between ethics and a company's success Who Should Attend: senior management, clients, contractors, supervisors, project managers, estimators, and employers It is recommended that learners complete the online course as a prerequisite for the classroom training. The online course ($200 +HST) duration is approximately 4 hours and available in English and French. Contact the office at 905-682-6661 to obtain a pin number. Please click here for more detailed information.

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Injured Worker Course ONLINE

Wednesday, November 11 from 8:30 am - 4:30 pm *1 Gold Seal Credit Fee: $250 (+HST) Members / $300 (+HST) Non-members Instructor: Ellaline Davies, Safety Works Consulting Inc. *Pre-payment is needed for this registration. We require 48 business hour advance notice for cancellation. No shows will be billed. INJURED WORKER? SUCCESSFUL WSIB OUTCOMES FOR CONSTRUCTION WORKPLACE INDUSTRY CLAIMS There have been significant changes to the WSIB in Ontario in recent years and how injuries are to be managed by employers. This course delivers information on managing workplace injuries to prevent financial impacts on the company. It combines a review of the WSIB protocols and a practical component in the completion of forms. You'll also learn how to manage the case of the injured worker and how to use the WSIB help that is available to you. The course has a lecture format followed by small group participation and large group discussion. Who Should Attend: Anyone who completes the WSIB forms – Office Managers, HR Managers Anyone who oversees the case of an injured worker – H & S Coordinators, Managers Anyone who works with the injured worker – Supervisors, Employers

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"HOW TO" Series for Small Businesses ONLINE Exclusive to NCA Members available on demand

Available on demand - 3 hour sessions, all forms included. Essential knowledge for due diligence. Created for small businesses.  Fee: $125 (+HST) Member Instructor: Ellaline Davies, Safety Works Consulting Inc. ‘How to’….. FILL OUT A FORM 7 PROPERLY AND OTHER WSIB PAPERWORK DO AN INSPECTION DO AN INVESTIGATION UNDERSTAND MANDATORY POSTINGS CONTACT THE MLTSD AND WHEN DO A REPORT FOR THE MLTSD Q: Why do members need it? A: Compliance/Due Diligence Q: What are the members saying about the trainer? A: "I enjoyed the way Ella presented everything. Easy to learn and understand."  Q: How can it save members money? A: Reduced fines/charges   Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions. Email office@niagaraconstruction.org or call 905-682-6661.

MANAGEMENT ONLINE TRAINING COURSES

The following courses have been created for estimators, superintendents and project managers who must deal effectively and professionally with employees, sub-trades, owners, clients, engineers and their employees.

Construction Industry Ethics The Construction Industry Ethics course (*mandatory for gold seal certification) has been designed to help you understand ethics as it relates to the construction industry through practical examples of ethical decision making. The course contains interactive elements, case studies, practical examples, videos, and a course glossary. Cost: $200 +HST Learn more

Applying Essential Skills in the Classroom This course will help instructors gain an understanding of the Essential Skills levels and how they apply to the Reading, Document Use and Numeracy skills of apprentices. Activities provide instructional ideas on how to address skills gaps and improve the ability of apprentices to succeed at technical training. Cost: $150 + HST Learn more

Communication, Negotiation, Conflict Resolution The information presented in this course will help you to improve your communication skills both written and oral, your negotiating skills and conflict resolution abilities alongside co-workers and on the job site every day. Cost: $150 + HST Learn more

Construction Law Construction Law is designed to teach and familiarize owners, managers, supervisors and project managers with construction contracts and contract law; liabilities and responsibilities of all parties to a Contract, compiling and submitting proper extras and claims, and ways and means for leaders to avoid conflict with contracts, owners, trades, and labour. Cost: $150 +HST Learn more

Construction Project Management The information presented in this course will help you to understand what you can do to successfully administer projects and will provide you with the necessary tools to help manage a project from start to finish. Cost: $150 + HST Learn more

Developing Worksheets for Technical Training Developing Worksheets for Technical Training will show instructors how to build worksheets to optimize learning opportunities for apprentices. Instructional ideas include how to use examples and answer steps to teach apprentices strategies for solving numeracy problems, and how to teach apprentices about document structure so they understand how to locate information in drawings, tables, and diagrams. Cost: $150 + HST Learn more

First Level Supervisor Training Program Strong supervision skills are key to any construction project. This comprehensive online training program offers the critical skills and concepts needed to supervise a work team in the residential and non-residential construction sectors. The course uses scenarios, videos, quizzes and tests to reinforce the learning. Cost: $400 +HST Learn more

Introduction to Building Information Modeling As an emerging technology, Building Information Modeling (BIM) is generating a lot of buzz in the construction industry. This course provides an overview of how this technology positively impacts the construction process. Cost: $150 + HST Learn more

Introduction to Construction Estimating Accurate and precise estimating is critical to the financial viability of a construction firm. This course provides an introduction to the field of construction estimating and covers all aspects of the production of an accurate estimate. Cost: $150 + HST Learn more

Working in a Respectful and Inclusive Workplace This course is intended to equip you to be successful and participate in creating a respectful and inclusive workplace. Cost: $150 + HST Learn more

SAFETY ONLINE TRAINING COURSES

Safety courses created to enhance health and safety awareness and help prevent injures to workers.

Confined Space Safety Awareness Confined spaces can be hazardous if not approached with an understanding of how to prepare for entry, how to enter and work safely, and what to do if an incidence occurs. Cost: $100 +HST Learn more Pipeline Construction Safety Training This course has been designed to help the pipeline worker know how to respond to worksite health and safety issues by taking the worker through the entire pipeline construction process from beginning to end.  Cost: $100 +HST Learn more

Download a registration form and e-mail to office@niagaraconstruction.org or fax (905) 688-5029

NCA has made safety awareness a primary initiative for our Association. ​ With our PATHS program, Partners Aligned Together for Health and Safety, we formally make a stronger commitment to safety awareness and training every day.

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