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SUMMARY:Construction Executive's 2026 Mid-Year Construction Economic Forecast
DESCRIPTION:Construction Executive is a trusted national construction industry publication providing contractors and industry professionals with timely business insights\, industry trends\, and educational resources. Through webinars and online learning opportunities\, Construction Executive delivers practical content designed to support the success of today’s construction leaders and merit shop contractors. \nABC Eastern Pennsylvania has highlighted select Construction Executive webinars that we believe offer strong value and relevance to our members and local construction community. \nTo view additional webinars and industry resources from Construction Executive\, please visit www.constructionexec.com. \n  \nWebinar Description:\nAnirban Basu\, chief economist for Associated Builders and Contractors\, will present “Construction Executive‘s 2026 Mid-Year Construction Economic Update and Forecast” on July 8\, 2026 at 2 p.m. ET (11 a.m. PT). \nTurmoil has engulfed the economy. War in Iran is disrupting global supply chains\, causing gas prices to skyrocket. Tariffs were ruled unconstitutional\, but quickly replaced with new ones. Unemployment has ticked up\, and stubbornly high interest rates are suppressing project starts. \nBasu will provide contractors with metrics and perspective to simplify the state of the economy and offer insights contractors should be aware of for their strategic planning. \nBasu’s presentations are designed to inform commercial construction contractors on general economic conditions affecting the current construction landscape as well as construction-specific economic indicators\, including the hottest regions and market sectors\, the latest on materials and labor costs\, and predictive indicators such as the AIA’s Architecture Billings Index and ABC’s Construction Confidence Index and Construction Backlog Indicator. \nSign up for this 60-minute presentation followed by 30 minutes of live Q&A. You may submit questions in advance while registering for this webinar. \nSpeaker:\n \nAnirban Basu\, Chief Economist for Associated Builders and Contractors\nFREE VIRTUAL EVENT: Register for this webinar through the ABC National website using the link provided. Click here to register.
URL:https://abceastpa.org/event/construction-executives-2026-mid-year-construction-economic-forecast/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Accounting/Financial Classes,Classes,Management Education,Online Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Kristen Griffin":MAILTO:kgriffin@abceastpa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260707T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260707T130000
DTSTAMP:20260716T181849
CREATED:20260505T163853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T164547Z
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SUMMARY:Simple Quantity Takeoffs with Bluebeam II - 2 Day Session
DESCRIPTION:Building on basic takeoff skills\, this course dives deeper into the measurement properties and advanced markup tools that make Bluebeam Revu a powerful QTO platform. You’ll learn how to refine measurements\, manage complex quantities\, and control how takeoff data is displayed and edited. Designed for estimators and project teams\, this course focuses on improving accuracy\, consistency\, and efficiency in real-world quantity takeoff workflows. \nSession 1: Measurement Properties (7/7/2026)\n• Segment Lengths and Drop/Riser Values\n• Applying Slopes to Areas\n• Split\, Merge and Continue Counts\n• Using Multiple Viewports at Differing Scales\n• Editing Actions for a Measurement \nSession 2: Beyond Basic Markups (7/8/2026)\n• Working with Layers and Display Controls\n• Adding Hyperlinks and Images\n• Controlling Markup Status\n• Cutting/Erasing PDF Content\n• Flattening Markups \n  \nVIRTUAL EVENT: Register today. A link to join the webinar will be emailed to you before the event. \n 
URL:https://abceastpa.org/event/simple-quantity-takeoffs-with-bluebeam-ii-2-day-session/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Classes,Online Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Kristen Griffin":MAILTO:kgriffin@abceastpa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T160000
DTSTAMP:20260716T181849
CREATED:20260529T120337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T120514Z
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SUMMARY:Employee Advocacy as a Talent Strategy: Attracting\, Retaining and Developing Employees Through Social Media
DESCRIPTION:ABC National regularly delivers webinars designed to support construction professionals\, business leaders\, and industry stakeholders through timely education and practical insight. These webinars are available to ABC members\, chapter staff\, and occasionally prospective members. \nAs a member of the Associated Builders and Contractors Eastern Pennsylvania Chapter\, you have access to many of these national learning opportunities. To help connect our members with high-value content\, ABC Eastern Pennsylvania has hand-selected webinars that we believe are especially beneficial to our local construction community and merit shop contractors. \nFor a full listing of upcoming ABC National webinars and educational programs\, please visit www.abc.org. \n  \nWebinar Description: \nDiscover how employee social media advocacy can become a powerful talent recruitment and retention strategy. Learn how to build a strategy that benefits both your organization and your employees while elevating culture\, credibility\, engagement and employer brand. \nAttendees will gain: \n\nA clearer understanding of how advocacy supports recruitment and retention through examples from ABC member companies\nInsight into the connection between advocacy and a strong employee value proposition\nIdeas for empowering employees to lead and shape advocacy efforts\nPractical steps for building an authentic\, sustainable advocacy strategy\n\n  \nVIRTUAL EVENT: Register for this webinar through the ABC National website using the link provided. Click here to register.
URL:https://abceastpa.org/event/employee-advocacy-as-a-talent-strategy-attracting-retaining-and-developing-employees-through-social-media/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Classes,Leadership and Management Development,Management Education,Online Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Kristen Griffin":MAILTO:kgriffin@abceastpa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T130000
DTSTAMP:20260716T181849
CREATED:20260505T162914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T164630Z
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SUMMARY:Simple Quantity Takeoffs with Bluebeam I - 2 Day Session
DESCRIPTION:Bluebeam Revu is a powerful and flexible quantity takeoff tool\, but accuracy and efficiency depend on understanding how to use it correctly. This course introduces the core Bluebeam features estimators and project teams rely on for everyday quantity takeoff work. You’ll learn how to navigate Bluebeam Revu efficiently\, properly scale and calibrate drawings\, and use measurement tools to produce reliable quantities that support faster\, more confident estimates. \nSession 1: Understanding Bluebeam (6/30/2026) \n\nTabs\, Palettes\, and Toolbars\nMultiview Tools\nRunning Multiple Sessions of Bluebeam Revu\nNavigation and File Access\n\nSession 2: Measurement and Takeoff Tools (7/1/2026) \n\nPDF Scaling and Calibration\nLinear Measurement Tools\nArea and Volume Tools\nItem Counts and Search Tools\n\nVIRTUAL EVENT: Register today. A link to join the webinars will be emailed to you before the event.
URL:https://abceastpa.org/event/simple-quantity-takeoffs-with-bluebeam-i/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Classes,Online Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Kristen Griffin":MAILTO:kgriffin@abceastpa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T140000
DTSTAMP:20260716T181849
CREATED:20260507T182912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T183022Z
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SUMMARY:Meet GoCanvas: Your All-in-One Digital Solution for Field Work
DESCRIPTION:ZenTek Consultants\, ABC Member\, is partnering with GoCanvas to bring you an exclusive webinar designed specifically for construction professionals like you. If your team is still relying on paper forms\, manual inspections\, or disconnected workflows\, this is the session you don’t want to miss. \nWhat to expect: \n\nGo paperless on the jobsite – Learn how GoCanvas lets your crews fill out forms\, inspections\, and reports from any mobile device — no signal required.\nCut admin time dramatically – See how automated workflows eliminate double-entry\, reduce errors\, and get data from the field to the office instantly.\nStay compliant without the headache – Discover how to digitize safety checklists\, toolbox talks\, incident reports\, and more to keep your projects audit-ready.\nReal-world construction use cases – We’ll walk through examples relevant to your work: daily logs\, equipment inspections\, subcontractor sign-offs\, and punch lists.\n\nPlus\, you’ll get the opportunity to ask live questions! \nCan’t make the live webinar. Register anyway and we’ll send you the recording. \nFREE VIRTUAL EVENT: Register today! Follow the link below to register straight from ZenTek’s website. \nMicrosoft Virtual Events Powered by Teams
URL:https://abceastpa.org/event/meet-gocanvas-your-all-in-one-digital-solution-for-field-work/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Classes,Management Education,Online Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Kristen Griffin":MAILTO:kgriffin@abceastpa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T093000
DTSTAMP:20260716T181849
CREATED:20260505T123501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T140508Z
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SUMMARY:The 5 Biggest Mistakes Contractors Make to Kill their Own Claims
DESCRIPTION:You did the work. You deserve to get paid. So why are so many contractors leaving money on the table? \nThe mistakes that kill contractor claims aren’t made in the courtroom — they’re made on the jobsite\, every day\, by good contractors who just didn’t know better. This seminar is your chance to change that. \nJoin construction attorney J.T. Gallagher of Hendrick\, Phillips\, Salzman & Siegel\, P.C. as he breaks down the five most common — and costly — mistakes contractors make during a project that can sink an otherwise winning claim. Better yet\, he’ll show you exactly how to fix them. \nAnd this isn’t some attorney who only knows construction from a conference room. J.T. started out as a plumber’s helper in the Lehigh Valley\, earned his degree in Building Construction\, spent years in construction project management\, and then took his industry knowledge into the courtroom. He knows your world because he lived it. \nYou’ll walk away knowing how to protect yourself on: \n• Change orders and scope disputes\n• Differing site conditions\n• Delay and impact claims\n• Inefficiency claims \nThis is practical\, real-world advice you can put to work on your next project immediately. \nDon’t wait until you’re in a dispute to learn this. Register today. \nIn-person and virtual registration options available—select your preferred format when registering.\n\nPresenter:\n \nJ.T. Gallagher\, Esq.\, PartnerHendrick Phillips Salzman & Siegel\, P.C.
URL:https://abceastpa.org/event/the-5-biggest-mistakes-contractors-make-to-kill-their-own-claims-3/
LOCATION:ABC Lehigh Valley\, 894 Marcon Blvd\, Allentown PA\, PA\, 18109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accounting/Financial Classes,Classes,Legal Classes,Management Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Kristen Griffin":MAILTO:kgriffin@abceastpa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T093000
DTSTAMP:20260716T181849
CREATED:20260505T140727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T133033Z
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SUMMARY:Don't Get Locked Out: What ABC Contractors Must Know About PLAs and RCOs
DESCRIPTION:Think a PLA automatically shuts you out of a project? Think again. \nProject Labor Agreements and Responsible Contractor Ordinances are reshaping the competitive landscape for contractors across Pennsylvania — and the rules are not what most people think. Misunderstanding them could mean leaving money on the table\, or worse\, walking away from projects you were fully entitled to bid. \nThis is the seminar you can’t afford to miss. \nJoin our ABC Eastern PA Chapter Attorney\, Jonathan Landesman\, Esquire\, for a fast-paced\, interactive deep dive into everything ABC contractors need to know about PLAs and RCOs. Jon and his team just scored a major\, precedent-setting courtroom victory challenging a PLA right here in Bucks County — and he’s bringing those hard-won insights straight to you. \nYou’ll walk away knowing: \n• What a PLA actually means for your ability to bid — and when it doesn’t mean “union only”\n• When a PLA crosses the legal line and can be challenged under Pennsylvania’s public bidding laws\n• The real-world impact of RCOs\, including apprenticeship program requirements that could affect your workforce \nThis isn’t theory. This is the freshest\, most actionable intelligence available — straight from the attorney who’s fighting these battles in court right now. \nDon’t let a misconception cost you your next contract. Register today. \nEDIT: This class is only being offered virtually now. Contact Kristen with any questions 484-926-4755. See you there! \n\nPresenter:\n\nJonathan Landesman\, Partner\nCohen Seglias Pallas Greenhall & Furman PC \nJon serves as General Counsel and Chair of the Labor & Employment Group\, representing businesses across a wide range of industries in all aspects of labor and employment law. His practice focuses on employment litigation\, workplace compliance\, labor relations\, and proactive strategies that help employers reduce risk and protect their businesses. Jon regularly advises clients on workplace policies\, employee handbooks\, wage and hour compliance\, FMLA matters\, restrictive covenant agreements\, and employment-related disputes\, including discrimination\, harassment\, wrongful termination\, and non-compete litigation.
URL:https://abceastpa.org/event/dont-get-locked-out-what-abc-contractors-must-know-about-plas-and-rcos/
LOCATION:ABC E. Norriton Office\, 430 W Germantown Pike\, Norristown\, PA\, 19403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Legal Classes,Management Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Kristen Griffin":MAILTO:kgriffin@abceastpa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T140000
DTSTAMP:20260716T181849
CREATED:20260528T153040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T154003Z
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SUMMARY:Why Becoming a Top Performer Matters: How AQC Strengthens Your Company and Supports Growth
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is for ABC members and chapter staff only. \nABC National regularly delivers webinars designed to support construction professionals\, business leaders\, and industry stakeholders through timely education and practical insight. These webinars are available to ABC members\, chapter staff\, and occasionally prospective members. \nAs a member of the Associated Builders and Contractors Eastern Pennsylvania Chapter\, you have access to many of these national learning opportunities. To help connect our members with high-value content\, ABC Eastern Pennsylvania has hand-selected webinars that we believe are especially beneficial to our local construction community and merit shop contractors. \nFor a full listing of upcoming ABC National webinars and educational programs\, please visit www.abc.org. \n  \nWebinar Description: \nABC’s Accredited Quality Contractor credential is for member companies ready to raise the bar—no matter their size. If you want to stand out in a tough hiring market\, keep great people\, strengthen your culture and build greater credibility with clients\, AQC can help you. Learn how AQC can help position your company for growth and discover the support ABC National provides to help guide you through the application process.\nKey takeaways: \n\nWhy AQC matters for companies of any size\nHow becoming an AQC delivers ROI through enhanced national and local exposure\nThe path to becoming an ABC Top Performer\nHow AQC helps support hiring\, retention and culture\nThe role AQC plays in building trust and winning work\nWhat AQC signals to clients\, partners and prospective employees\nWhat to expect from the application process\nHow ABC National can support your company along the way\n\nVIRTUAL EVENT: Register for this webinar through the ABC National website using the link provided. Click here to register.
URL:https://abceastpa.org/event/why-becoming-a-top-performer-matters-how-aqc-strengthens-your-company-and-supports-growth/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Classes,Leadership and Management Development,Management Education,Online Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Kristen Griffin":MAILTO:kgriffin@abceastpa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T160000
DTSTAMP:20260716T181849
CREATED:20260520T155836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T160837Z
UID:40173-1779867000-1779897600@abceastpa.org
SUMMARY:Fall Protection Competent Person (2 Day Training)
DESCRIPTION:This comprehensive course is designed to equip individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to become a competent person in fall protection. Participants will gain a deep understanding of fall hazards\, prevention methods\, and regulatory requirements. Upon completion\, participants will be able to identify potential fall hazards\, select appropriate fall protection equipment\, and implement effective fall prevention programs. \n  \nCOURSE OBJECTIVES:\n• Recognize common fall hazards and sources in the workplace  \n• Differentiate suitable applications of various connectors \n• Identify OSHA and ANSI fall protection requirements \n• Determine fall clearance requirements and free fall distances \n• Understand the fall hazard assessment and planning process \n• Understand the function of vertical and horizontal systems \n• Appreciate the proper order of fall protection system selection \n• Comprehend fall protection rescue requirements and planning \n• Identify key components of a personal fall protection system \n• Conduct competent person-level equipment inspections  \n• Assess anchor point suitability for restraint or arrest systems \n• Apply fall protection knowledge to work-at-height scenarios  \n• Demonstrate proper harness donning and fit check procedures \n  \nTARGET AUDIENCE:\nThis course is designed for individuals working in industries where fall hazards are a significant concern\, including construction\, manufacturing\, oil and gas\, and utilities. It is particularly valuable for safety professionals\, supervisors\, and managers responsible for maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to fall protection standards. Participants who oversee worksite safety\, conduct hazard assessments\, or manage fall protection programs will benefit from the in-depth knowledge and practical applications covered in this course. \n  \nCOURSE FORMAT:\nThe course combines classroom instruction\, workbook exercises\, and hands-on activities to engage participants and build a solid understanding of fall protection concepts. Interactive methods encourage critical thinking about safety principles\, helping participants apply their knowledge effectively in real-world situations. \n\nCERTIFICATION:\nUpon successful completion of the course\, participants will receive a certificate of completion that demonstrates their competency in fall protection. The certification remains valid for a two-year period\, after which recertification is required. \n  \nPLAN AHEAD. PROTECT LIVES. WORK SAFE. GO HOME.\n\n  \n\nINSTRUCTOR: \n\n \nMed-Tex Services\, Inc. has been providing Safety\, Health and Rescue Services for over 30 years and a proud ABC Eastern PA Member for over a decade.  As a valued partner\, they have successfully addressed the strategic and day-to-day needs of facilities and contractors. Med-Tex is a highly dependable source for fully trained and certified professionals that provide a wide range of services 24 hours a day\, 7 days a week.
URL:https://abceastpa.org/event/fall-protection-competent-person-2-day-training/
LOCATION:ABC Member Location\, 6940 State Road\, Unit E\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19135\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Craft Training Classes/Certifications,Safety Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Kristen Griffin":MAILTO:kgriffin@abceastpa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T110000
DTSTAMP:20260716T181849
CREATED:20260417T141603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T144748Z
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SUMMARY:Deep Dive into Certified Payroll
DESCRIPTION:Certified payroll mistakes don’t just create paperwork issues—they can trigger audits\, payment delays\, and serious compliance findings on prevailing wage jobs. \nFollowing a highly attended Prevailing Wage Compliance seminar earlier this year\, we’re expanding on that discussion with a deeper\, more practical look at certified payroll. No prior attendance is required—this virtual session is designed to provide value whether or not you joined the previous seminar. \nThis practical online course walks contractors\, subcontractors\, and payroll staff through the complete process of preparing and submitting U.S. Department of Labor Form WH-347\, the certified payroll report required under the Davis-Bacon and Related Acts. Participants will learn how to accurately complete every section of the form — from company and project setup through final certification — so their weekly submissions meet DOL Wage and Hour Division standards and withstand compliance review. \nKey Takeaways \n\nForm setup and sequencing: Correctly identify prime versus subcontractor status\, assign sequential Certified Payroll Numbers\, and apply the rules for skipping “no work” weeks.\nAccurate payroll detail: Record worker information\, labor classifications from the wage determination\, daily and weekly hours\, wage rates\, fringe credits\, cash-in-lieu payments\, gross and net pay for the project and across all work.\nFringe benefit reporting: Distinguish between fringe reduction credits and cash-in-lieu payments\, and properly document funded versus unfunded plans\, including when DOL approval is required.\nRegistered Apprentice compliance: Identify apprentices on Page 1 and disclose whether they are enrolled in a U.S. DOL (OA) or State Apprenticeship Agency (SSA) program using official apprenticeship documents.\nStatement of Compliance: Complete Page 2 certifications confirming payroll accuracy\, detail each worker’s hourly fringe credits\, and attest that employees received full earnings without unauthorized rebates or deductions.\n\nAttendees will receive a signed copy of The Contractor’s Guide to the Davis-Bacon Act: Essential Knowledge for Bidding and Compliance on Prevailing Wage Jobs\, by Nat Peniston. \nVIRTUAL EVENT: Register today. A link to join the webinar will be emailed to you the day before the event. \n\nPresenter:\n \nNat Peniston\, Vice President The Contractors Plan \nNat Peniston is a national expert on government-funded prevailing wage obligations and works closely with construction contractors to ensure proper compliance\, particularly in bona fide employee benefits strategies. An accomplished author\, he has published numerous articles in the Associated Builders and Contractors Construction Executive magazine and published the book\, “The Contractor’s Guide to the Davis-Bacon Act: Essential Knowledge for Bidding and Compliance on Prevailing Wage Jobs.” \n  \nNat is a past chairman of the board of the Central Texas Chapter of the Associated Builders & Contractors and is involved in various charitable organizations. He earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Miami and lives in Austin\, TX\, with his wife and two daughters.
URL:https://abceastpa.org/event/deep-dive-into-certified-payroll/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Accounting/Financial Classes,Classes,Legal Classes,Management Education,Online Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Kristen Griffin":MAILTO:kgriffin@abceastpa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T110000
DTSTAMP:20260716T181849
CREATED:20260417T182024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T155118Z
UID:39762-1778580000-1778583600@abceastpa.org
SUMMARY:Tools for Change: Substance Use Awareness\, Stigma Reduction and Recovery Supports in the Trades
DESCRIPTION:Substance use is already on construction jobsites—often unseen\, often unspoken—and its impact reaches far beyond the individual. It shows up in safety incidents\, strained communication\, lost productivity\, turnover\, and weakened trust across crews. In an industry defined by physical demands\, tight deadlines\, long hours\, and high-risk work\, the effects are too significant to ignore. \nThis training confronts the realities of Substance Use Disorder (SUD) in the Trades and breaks down how it develops\, including the roles of tolerance and withdrawal in shaping behavior\, performance\, and decision-making on the job. Participants will examine how jobsite and company culture can either reinforce risk or become a powerful force for prevention\, stability\, and support. \nThe session also addresses stigma directly—how it shows up in conversations\, supervision\, HR processes\, and field leadership—and the real consequences it has when people hesitate to speak up\, step in\, or seek help. Left unaddressed\, stigma delays action and increases risk for everyone on the jobsite. \nParticipants will learn practical\, actionable strategies to reduce stigma across all levels of a construction organization and strengthen a culture where safety and support work together. The training also introduces peer recovery workers\, their role in supporting individuals in recovery\, and why peer-based support is especially effective in the Trades. \nThis session equips construction teams with shared language and real-world tools to recognize issues earlier\, respond more effectively\, and build safer\, more resilient workplaces. \nFREE VIRTUAL EVENT: Register today\, a link to join the webinar will be emailed to you the day before the event. \n\nPresenter:\n \nPatricia “Patti” Baranowski\, MA\, CADC\, Program DirectorPRO-A WORKS \nMs. Baranowski has over 30 years working in the areas of prevention\, education\, support\, advocacy\, clinical and counseling\, in the field of Substance Use Disorders. She is currently the Program Director of PRO-A’s WORKS Project. She worked as an educator\, a certified allied addictions practitioner\, a training and event coordinator\, and an advocate for individuals with substance use disorder and their families her entire career. She has been instrumental in developing and implementing specialized employment programs for individuals with Substance Use Disorder and Co-Occurring Disorders to support PRO-A’s Workforce Support Project. She continues to work to expand statewide workforce trainings and technical assistance\, assisting with advocacy and public awareness throughout the Commonwealth. Patricia has trained for PRO-A for many years\, assisting in the development of new trainings. She holds a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor certification through the Pennsylvania Certification Board\, and is a certified CRS/CFRS Trainer for the Pennsylvania Certification Board. Ms. Baranowski is proud to have served in the US Army Reserves as a Medic and Administrative Assistant\, where she received many honors during her service. She has extensive professional\, and has a Masters’ Degree in Human Services\, with a focus on Health and Wellness. She has personal knowledge of substance use disorder and its impact on the family and has a passion for advocating for those affected by the disease\, increasing collaborations with others to support growth and positive change in our communities.
URL:https://abceastpa.org/event/tools-for-change-substance-use-awareness-stigma-reduction-and-recovery-supports-in-the-trades/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Classes,Human Resources Classes,Leadership and Management Development,Management Education,Online Training,Safety Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Kristen Griffin":MAILTO:kgriffin@abceastpa.org
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