NWIBRT

March Madness Networking Event
2022-03-17 11:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Buddy & Pal’s Crown Point, 1206 E Summit St., Crown Point, IN, 46307, United States
Buddy & Pal’s
1206 E Summit St., Crown Point, IN
Get to know more business leaders than ever as NWIBRT, CAF and the RDC partner to bring together developers, business owners, financial institutions, economic development professionals and contractors for a day of networking, sports entertainment and good times.

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BCRC Supervisory D.O.T. Drug and Alcohol Awareness Training
2022-03-24 09:00 - 11:00 | Construction Advancement Foundation, 6050 Southport Road, Portage, IN, 46368, United States
This seminar is provided at no cost to you in our continuing effort to keep you informed by BCRC and your (EAP) Employee Assistance Program.
TRAINING WILL BE HELD ON:
Thursday, March 24, 2022
9:00 AM-11:00 AM
Join us in-person at the CAF Classroom: 6050 Southport Road, Suite A, Portage, Indiana
Please be sure to RSVP back to the BCRC Office by emailing: kcollins@bcrcnet.com if you or anyone from your Company/Local would like to attend.
Space is limited! We want to make sure we have enough food for everyone that is attending in person! 😊

For those that wish to attend these trainings via Zoom, the link is below. Please let us know and we will provide an email invite a week before the seminar so we know who to get certificates ready for.
Join us via Zoom (link coming soon)
Supervisor’s training is encouraged and very helpful, please try to attend!

Construction Site Safety Certificate Program
2022-04-07 08:00 - 16:30 | Construction Advancement Foundation, 6050 Southport Road, Portage, IN, 46368, United States
The Construction Advancement Foundation’s Construction Site Safety Certificate (CSSC) Program is specifically designed to give construction professionals the knowledge on essential areas of construction safety and health needed to help keep construction worksites injury free. This program was developed under the OSHA Susan Harwood training grant.
How is the Construction Site Safety Certificate Program Structured?
To earn the Construction Site Safety Certificate, participants are required to complete a total of 8 courses with a run time of 8 hours each (64 total contact hours.) At the end of each 8-hour course, participants will receive a class completion certificate. Upon completion of all 8 courses, the participant will earn the Construction Site Safety Certificate confirming completion of the program.
How long will it take to complete the Construction Site Safety Certificate program?
The Construction Site Safety Certificate can be completed in as little as 2 to 4 months depending on current scheduling.
Who should attend?
The Construction Site Safety Certificate program is designed for skilled trade persons, foreperson
superintendents, and safety personnel.
Investment cost:
Each 8-hour course costs $100 per registrant.
Course names and dates:

Safety Administration for Construction – April 7, 8AM – 4:30PM
Risk Assesment & Accident Investigation – April 14, 8AM – 4:30PM
Fall Protection Training – April 21, 8AM – 4:30PM
Trenching & Excavating – April 28, 8AM – 4:30PM
Electrical Safety OSHA Subpart S – May 5, 8AM – 4:30PM
Confined Space Training – May 12, 8AM – 4:30PM
Industrial Hygiene & Environmental – May 26, 8AM – 4:30PM
Process Safety Management – June 2, 8AM – 4:30PM

This Material was produced under grant number SH-29618-16-60-F-18 from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor. It does not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the U.S. Department of Labor, nor does it mention of trade names, commercial products, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.
To find out detailed information or register for CSSC classes, please visit the Construction Advancement Foundation website at:
www.cafnwin.org/register

Construction Site Safety Certificate Program: Safety Administration for Construction
2022-04-07 08:00 - 16:30 | Construction Advancement Foundation, 6050 Southport Road, Portage, IN, 46368, United States
Course Overview
This course will provide an overview of OSHA Adminstrative requirements and an understanding of the OSHAct and standards.
Learning Objectives

Introduction to Safety Management
OSHA Recordkeeping
OSHA Inspections
Proactive Safety Management

This Material was produced under grant number SH-29618-16-60-F-18 from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor. It does not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the U.S. Department of Labor, nor does it mention of trade names, commercial products, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.
REGISTER ONLINE BY APRIL 5: cafnwin.org/register or call 219-764-2883
Date: Thursday, April 7, 2022
Time: 8AM – 4:30PM
Cost: $100/registrant (lunch included)
Location: Construction Advancement Foundation
6050 Southport Road, Suite A
Portage, IN 46368

This course can be taken as a stand-alone or as part of the CAF Construction Site Safety Certification Program (CSSC)

The Construction Advancement Foundation’s Construction Site Safety Certificate (CSSC) Program is specifically designed to give construction professionals the knowledge on essential areas of construction safety and health needed to help keep construction worksites injury free. This program was developed under the OSHA Susan Harwood training grant.
How is the Construction Site Safety Certificate Program Structured?
To earn the Construction Site Safety Certificate, participants are required to complete a total of 8 courses with a run time of 8 hours each (64 total contact hours.) At the end of each 8-hour course, participants will receive a class completion certificate. Upon completion of all 8 courses, the participant will earn the Construction Site Safety Certificate confirming completion of the program.
How long will it take to complete the Construction Site Safety Certificate program?
The Construction Site Safety Certificate can be completed in as little as 2 to 4 months depending on current scheduling.
Who should attend?
The Construction Site Safety Certificate program is designed for skilled trade persons, foreperson
superintendents, and safety personnel.
Investment cost:
Each 8-hour course costs $100 per registrant.
Course names and dates:

Safety Administration for Construction – April 7, 8AM – 4:30PM
Risk Assesment & Accident Investigation – April 14, 8AM – 4:30PM
Fall Protection Training – April 21, 8AM – 4:30PM
Trenching & Excavating – April 28, 8AM – 4:30PM
Electrical Safety OSHA Subpart S – May 5, 8AM – 4:30PM
Confined Space Training – May 12, 8AM – 4:30PM
Industrial Hygiene & Environmental – May 26, 8AM – 4:30PM
Process Safety Management – June 2, 8AM – 4:30PM

This Material was produced under grant number SH-29618-16-60-F-18 from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor. It does not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the U.S. Department of Labor, nor does it mention of trade names, commercial products, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.
To find out detailed information or register for CSSC classes, please visit the Construction Advancement Foundation website at:
www.cafnwin.org/register

Construction Site Safety Certificate Program: Risk Assessment & Accident Investigation
2022-04-14 08:00 - 16:30 | Construction Advancement Foundation, 6050 Southport Road, Portage, IN, 46368, United States
Course Overview
This course is designed to provide information on assessing risks in the construction workplace. The intent of this class is to teach students how to mitigate risks & evaluate accident trends.
Learning Objectives

Job Hazard Analysis
Near Miss & Hazard Reporting
Risk Management
Incident Investigation
Root Cause Analysis
Causes of Accidents

This Material was produced under grant number SH-29618-16-60-F-18 from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor. It does not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the U.S. Department of Labor, nor does it mention of trade names, commercial products, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.
REGISTER ONLINE BY APRIL 12: cafnwin.org/register or call 219-764-2883
Date: Thursday, April 14, 2022
Time: 8AM – 4:30PM
Cost: $100/registrant (lunch included)
Location: Construction Advancement Foundation
6050 Southport Road, Suite A
Portage, IN 46368

This course can be taken as a stand-alone or as part of the CAF Construction Site Safety Certification Program (CSSC)

The Construction Advancement Foundation’s Construction Site Safety Certificate (CSSC) Program is specifically designed to give construction professionals the knowledge on essential areas of construction safety and health needed to help keep construction worksites injury free. This program was developed under the OSHA Susan Harwood training grant.
How is the Construction Site Safety Certificate Program Structured?
To earn the Construction Site Safety Certificate, participants are required to complete a total of 8 courses with a run time of 8 hours each (64 total contact hours.) At the end of each 8-hour course, participants will receive a class completion certificate. Upon completion of all 8 courses, the participant will earn the Construction Site Safety Certificate confirming completion of the program.
How long will it take to complete the Construction Site Safety Certificate program?
The Construction Site Safety Certificate can be completed in as little as 2 to 4 months depending on current scheduling.
Who should attend?
The Construction Site Safety Certificate program is designed for skilled trade persons, foreperson
superintendents, and safety personnel.
Investment cost:
Each 8-hour course costs $100 per registrant.
Course names and dates:

Safety Administration for Construction – April 7, 8AM – 4:30PM
Risk Assesment & Accident Investigation – April 14, 8AM – 4:30PM
Fall Protection Training – April 21, 8AM – 4:30PM
Trenching & Excavating – April 28, 8AM – 4:30PM
Electrical Safety OSHA Subpart S – May 5, 8AM – 4:30PM
Confined Space Training – May 12, 8AM – 4:30PM
Industrial Hygiene & Environmental – May 26, 8AM – 4:30PM
Process Safety Management – June 2, 8AM – 4:30PM

This Material was produced under grant number SH-29618-16-60-F-18 from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor. It does not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the U.S. Department of Labor, nor does it mention of trade names, commercial products, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.
To find out detailed information or register for CSSC classes, please visit the Construction Advancement Foundation website at:
www.cafnwin.org/register

Construction Site Safety Certificate Program: Fall Protection Training
2022-04-21 08:00 - 16:30 | Construction Advancement Foundation, 6050 Southport Road, Portage, IN, 46368, United States
Course Overview
Fall hazards are the leading cause of fatalities and serious injuries. The course will teach students to identify and resolve fall hazards.
Learning Objectives

Unprotected Sides and Edges
Protection from Falling Objects
Guardrail Systems
Safety Net Systems
Personal Fall Arrest Systems
Positioning Device Systems
Warning Line Systems
Controlled Access Zones
Safety Monitoring Systems
Covers
Fall Protection Criteria & Plan
Training Requirements
Scaffolds Subpart L
Stairs and Ladders Subpart X
Steel Erection Subpart R
General Requirements OSHA Subpart M

This Material was produced under grant number SH-29618-16-60-F-18 from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor. It does not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the U.S. Department of Labor, nor does it mention of trade names, commercial products, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.
REGISTER ONLINE BY APRIL 19: cafnwin.org/register or call 219-764-2883
Date: Thursday, April 21, 2022
Time: 8AM – 4:30PM
Cost: $100/registrant (lunch included)
Location: Construction Advancement Foundation
6050 Southport Road, Suite A
Portage, IN 46368

This course can be taken as a stand-alone or as part of the CAF Construction Site Safety Certification Program (CSSC)

The Construction Advancement Foundation’s Construction Site Safety Certificate (CSSC) Program is specifically designed to give construction professionals the knowledge on essential areas of construction safety and health needed to help keep construction worksites injury free. This program was developed under the OSHA Susan Harwood training grant.
How is the Construction Site Safety Certificate Program Structured?
To earn the Construction Site Safety Certificate, participants are required to complete a total of 8 courses with a run time of 8 hours each (64 total contact hours.) At the end of each 8-hour course, participants will receive a class completion certificate. Upon completion of all 8 courses, the participant will earn the Construction Site Safety Certificate confirming completion of the program.
How long will it take to complete the Construction Site Safety Certificate program?
The Construction Site Safety Certificate can be completed in as little as 2 to 4 months depending on current scheduling.
Who should attend?
The Construction Site Safety Certificate program is designed for skilled trade persons, foreperson
superintendents, and safety personnel.
Investment cost:
Each 8-hour course costs $100 per registrant.
Course names and dates:

Safety Administration for Construction – April 7, 8AM – 4:30PM
Risk Assesment & Accident Investigation – April 14, 8AM – 4:30PM
Fall Protection Training – April 21, 8AM – 4:30PM
Trenching & Excavating – April 28, 8AM – 4:30PM
Electrical Safety OSHA Subpart S – May 5, 8AM – 4:30PM
Confined Space Training – May 12, 8AM – 4:30PM
Industrial Hygiene & Environmental – May 26, 8AM – 4:30PM
Process Safety Management – June 2, 8AM – 4:30PM

This Material was produced under grant number SH-29618-16-60-F-18 from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor. It does not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the U.S. Department of Labor, nor does it mention of trade names, commercial products, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.
To find out detailed information or register for CSSC classes, please visit the Construction Advancement Foundation website at:
www.cafnwin.org/register

Construction Site Safety Certificate Program: Trenching & Excavating
2022-04-28 08:00 - 16:30 | Construction Advancement Foundation, 6050 Southport Road, Portage, IN, 46368, United States
Course Overview
Excavation hazards have caused numerous fatalities in the construction industry. This class offers a review of the OSHA regulations and method of preventing fatalities.
Learning Objectives

Specific Excavation Requirements
Requirements for Protective Systems
Appendix A Soil Classification
Appendix B Sloping & Benching Appendix C Timber Shoring
Appendix D Aluminum Hydraulic Shoring
Appendix E Alternatives to Timer Shoring
Appendix F Selection of Protective Systems

This Material was produced under grant number SH-29618-16-60-F-18 from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor. It does not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the U.S. Department of Labor, nor does it mention of trade names, commercial products, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.
REGISTER ONLINE BY APRIL 26: cafnwin.org/register or call 219-764-2883
Date: Thursday, April 28, 2022
Time: 8AM – 4:30PM
Cost: $100/registrant (lunch included)
Location: Construction Advancement Foundation
6050 Southport Road, Suite A
Portage, IN 46368

This course can be taken as a stand-alone or as part of the CAF Construction Site Safety Certification Program (CSSC)

The Construction Advancement Foundation’s Construction Site Safety Certificate (CSSC) Program is specifically designed to give construction professionals the knowledge on essential areas of construction safety and health needed to help keep construction worksites injury free. This program was developed under the OSHA Susan Harwood training grant.
How is the Construction Site Safety Certificate Program Structured?
To earn the Construction Site Safety Certificate, participants are required to complete a total of 8 courses with a run time of 8 hours each (64 total contact hours.) At the end of each 8-hour course, participants will receive a class completion certificate. Upon completion of all 8 courses, the participant will earn the Construction Site Safety Certificate confirming completion of the program.
How long will it take to complete the Construction Site Safety Certificate program?
The Construction Site Safety Certificate can be completed in as little as 2 to 4 months depending on current scheduling.
Who should attend?
The Construction Site Safety Certificate program is designed for skilled trade persons, foreperson
superintendents, and safety personnel.
Investment cost:
Each 8-hour course costs $100 per registrant.
Course names and dates:

Safety Administration for Construction – April 7, 8AM – 4:30PM
Risk Assesment & Accident Investigation – April 14, 8AM – 4:30PM
Fall Protection Training – April 21, 8AM – 4:30PM
Trenching & Excavating – April 28, 8AM – 4:30PM
Electrical Safety OSHA Subpart S – May 5, 8AM – 4:30PM
Confined Space Training – May 12, 8AM – 4:30PM
Industrial Hygiene & Environmental – May 26, 8AM – 4:30PM
Process Safety Management – June 2, 8AM – 4:30PM

This Material was produced under grant number SH-29618-16-60-F-18 from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor. It does not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the U.S. Department of Labor, nor does it mention of trade names, commercial products, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.
To find out detailed information or register for CSSC classes, please visit the Construction Advancement Foundation website at:
www.cafnwin.org/register

Construction Site Safety Certificate Program: Electrical Safety OSHA Subpart S
2022-05-05 08:00 - 16:30 | Construction Advancement Foundation, 6050 Southport Road, Portage, IN, 46368, United States
Course Overview
Electrical exposures have caused numerous injuries and fatalities in the construction industry. This course will address the hazards that workers and electricians are exposed to in the workplace, as well as applicable standards.
Learning Objectives

General Requirements
NFPA 70E Arc Flash/Arch Blast
Wiring Design and Protection
Wiring Methods

This Material was produced under grant number SH-29618-16-60-F-18 from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor. It does not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the U.S. Department of Labor, nor does it mention of trade names, commercial products, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.
REGISTER ONLINE BY May 3: cafnwin.org/register or call 219-764-2883
Date: Thursday, May 5, 2022
Time: 8AM – 4:30PM
Cost: $100/registrant (lunch included)
Location: Construction Advancement Foundation
6050 Southport Road, Suite A
Portage, IN 46368

This course can be taken as a stand-alone or as part of the CAF Construction Site Safety Certification Program (CSSC)

The Construction Advancement Foundation’s Construction Site Safety Certificate (CSSC) Program is specifically designed to give construction professionals the knowledge on essential areas of construction safety and health needed to help keep construction worksites injury free. This program was developed under the OSHA Susan Harwood training grant.
How is the Construction Site Safety Certificate Program Structured?
To earn the Construction Site Safety Certificate, participants are required to complete a total of 8 courses with a run time of 8 hours each (64 total contact hours.) At the end of each 8-hour course, participants will receive a class completion certificate. Upon completion of all 8 courses, the participant will earn the Construction Site Safety Certificate confirming completion of the program.
How long will it take to complete the Construction Site Safety Certificate program?
The Construction Site Safety Certificate can be completed in as little as 2 to 4 months depending on current scheduling.
Who should attend?
The Construction Site Safety Certificate program is designed for skilled trade persons, foreperson
superintendents, and safety personnel.
Investment cost:
Each 8-hour course costs $100 per registrant.
Course names and dates:

Safety Administration for Construction – April 7, 8AM – 4:30PM
Risk Assesment & Accident Investigation – April 14, 8AM – 4:30PM
Fall Protection Training – April 21, 8AM – 4:30PM
Trenching & Excavating – April 28, 8AM – 4:30PM
Electrical Safety OSHA Subpart S – May 5, 8AM – 4:30PM
Confined Space Training – May 12, 8AM – 4:30PM
Industrial Hygiene & Environmental – May 26, 8AM – 4:30PM
Process Safety Management – June 2, 8AM – 4:30PM

This Material was produced under grant number SH-29618-16-60-F-18 from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor. It does not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the U.S. Department of Labor, nor does it mention of trade names, commercial products, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.
To find out detailed information or register for CSSC classes, please visit the Construction Advancement Foundation website at:
www.cafnwin.org/register

Construction Site Safety Certificate Program: Confined Space Training
2022-05-12 08:00 - 16:30 | Construction Advancement Foundation, 6050 Southport Road, Portage, IN, 46368, United States
Course Overview
Confined spaces are dangerous and have resulted in death and serious physical harm to workers. This course will review the hazards associated with working in confined spaces and methods of controlling hazards.
Learning Objectives

Permit Space Program
Permit System
Entry Permit
Training Requirements
Duties of Attendants
Duties of Entry Supervisors
Rescue & Emergency Service

This Material was produced under grant number SH-29618-16-60-F-18 from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor. It does not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the U.S. Department of Labor, nor does it mention of trade names, commercial products, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.
REGISTER ONLINE BY May 10: cafnwin.org/register or call 219-764-2883
Date: Thursday, May 12, 2022
Time: 8AM – 4:30PM
Cost: $100/registrant (lunch included)
Location: Construction Advancement Foundation
6050 Southport Road, Suite A
Portage, IN 46368

This course can be taken as a stand-alone or as part of the CAF Construction Site Safety Certification Program (CSSC)

The Construction Advancement Foundation’s Construction Site Safety Certificate (CSSC) Program is specifically designed to give construction professionals the knowledge on essential areas of construction safety and health needed to help keep construction worksites injury free. This program was developed under the OSHA Susan Harwood training grant.
How is the Construction Site Safety Certificate Program Structured?
To earn the Construction Site Safety Certificate, participants are required to complete a total of 8 courses with a run time of 8 hours each (64 total contact hours.) At the end of each 8-hour course, participants will receive a class completion certificate. Upon completion of all 8 courses, the participant will earn the Construction Site Safety Certificate confirming completion of the program.
How long will it take to complete the Construction Site Safety Certificate program?
The Construction Site Safety Certificate can be completed in as little as 2 to 4 months depending on current scheduling.
Who should attend?
The Construction Site Safety Certificate program is designed for skilled trade persons, foreperson
superintendents, and safety personnel.
Investment cost:
Each 8-hour course costs $100 per registrant.
Course names and dates:

Safety Administration for Construction – April 7, 8AM – 4:30PM
Risk Assesment & Accident Investigation – April 14, 8AM – 4:30PM
Fall Protection Training – April 21, 8AM – 4:30PM
Trenching & Excavating – April 28, 8AM – 4:30PM
Electrical Safety OSHA Subpart S – May 5, 8AM – 4:30PM
Confined Space Training – May 12, 8AM – 4:30PM
Industrial Hygiene & Environmental – May 26, 8AM – 4:30PM
Process Safety Management – June 2, 8AM – 4:30PM

This Material was produced under grant number SH-29618-16-60-F-18 from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor. It does not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the U.S. Department of Labor, nor does it mention of trade names, commercial products, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.
To find out detailed information or register for CSSC classes, please visit the Construction Advancement Foundation website at:
www.cafnwin.org/register

2022 CAF/NWIBRT Awards Banquet
2022-05-12 17:00 - 21:00 | Avalon Manor, 3550 US 30, Merrillville, IN, 46410, United States
2022 CAF/NWIBRT Awards Banquet – Thursday, May 12 from 5-9 PM
The CAF/NWIBRT Awards Banquet —hosted through a partnership between Construction Advancement Foundation (CAF) and NWIBRT—gives companies the opportunity to be recognized for their commitment to nothing less than safety excellence in their operations. The Awards assist companies in showing their customers and communities that they take safety seriously.
At the CAF/NWIBRT Awards Banquet, all attendees can be defined by a single resounding trait: excellence in all they do.

REGISTER NOW!

Summer Certificate Series: Mental Health Awareness
2022-05-24 08:00 - 15:00 | Purdue University Northwest, 2200 169th Street, Hammond, IN, 46323, United States
Summer Certificate Series: Mental Health Awareness
We’re taking action to reduce construction suicide. Following a recent awareness survey about suicide in the construction industry, NWIBRT is organizing a nationally accredited seminar to educate employers about identification, prevention, and actions they can take to address suicide and other mental health topics throughout the regional construction workforce.
A construction worker is five times more likely to commit suicide than be killed by a workplace accident, according to the CDC. The rates of suicide for men in construction are twice that of other industries.
NWIBRT’s Mental Health Awareness Summer Certificate Series will feature Kaitlyn Griffin, SW, CAPRCI from the National Council for Mental Wellbeing, which is a Washington DC-based nonprofit that advocates for mental health expansion and integration. Attendees will be learning about Mental Health First Aid, which teaches how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adults.
Date and Time:

May 24th, 2022, 8AM- 3PM
Nationally Accredited Certificate

Speaker:

Kaitlyn Griffin I BSW, CAPRC I Mental Health Awareness Training Coordinator

Sponsorships – $150
Tickets
In-Person tickets are available:

CAF, NWIBRT & ASSP members: $40
Non-members: $100
Students: Free

Virtual tickets are available:

CAF, NWIBRT & ASSP members: $30
Non-members: $30
Students: Free

REGISTER NOW!

Construction Site Safety Certificate Program: Industrial Hygiene & Environment
2022-05-26 08:00 - 16:30 | Construction Advancement Foundation, 6050 Southport Road, Portage, IN, 46368, United States
Course Overview
Industrial Hygiene involves exposure to chemicals and toxins in the workplace. This course will provide an overview of health hazards in construction and methods to control these hazards.
Learning Objectives

Job Hazard Analysis
Near Miss & Hazard Reporting
Risk Management
Incident Investigation
Root Cause Analysis
Causes of Accidents

This Material was produced under grant number SH-29618-16-60-F-18 from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor. It does not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the U.S. Department of Labor, nor does it mention of trade names, commercial products, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.
REGISTER ONLINE BY May 24: cafnwin.org/register or call 219-764-2883
Date: Thursday, May 26, 2022
Time: 8AM – 4:30PM
Cost: $100/registrant (lunch included)
Location: Construction Advancement Foundation
6050 Southport Road, Suite A
Portage, IN 46368

This course can be taken as a stand-alone or as part of the CAF Construction Site Safety Certification Program (CSSC)

The Construction Advancement Foundation’s Construction Site Safety Certificate (CSSC) Program is specifically designed to give construction professionals the knowledge on essential areas of construction safety and health needed to help keep construction worksites injury free. This program was developed under the OSHA Susan Harwood training grant.
How is the Construction Site Safety Certificate Program Structured?
To earn the Construction Site Safety Certificate, participants are required to complete a total of 8 courses with a run time of 8 hours each (64 total contact hours.) At the end of each 8-hour course, participants will receive a class completion certificate. Upon completion of all 8 courses, the participant will earn the Construction Site Safety Certificate confirming completion of the program.
How long will it take to complete the Construction Site Safety Certificate program?
The Construction Site Safety Certificate can be completed in as little as 2 to 4 months depending on current scheduling.
Who should attend?
The Construction Site Safety Certificate program is designed for skilled trade persons, foreperson
superintendents, and safety personnel.
Investment cost:
Each 8-hour course costs $100 per registrant.
Course names and dates:

Safety Administration for Construction – April 7, 8AM – 4:30PM
Risk Assesment & Accident Investigation – April 14, 8AM – 4:30PM
Fall Protection Training – April 21, 8AM – 4:30PM
Trenching & Excavating – April 28, 8AM – 4:30PM
Electrical Safety OSHA Subpart S – May 5, 8AM – 4:30PM
Confined Space Training – May 12, 8AM – 4:30PM
Industrial Hygiene & Environmental – May 26, 8AM – 4:30PM
Process Safety Management – June 2, 8AM – 4:30PM

This Material was produced under grant number SH-29618-16-60-F-18 from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor. It does not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the U.S. Department of Labor, nor does it mention of trade names, commercial products, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.
To find out detailed information or register for CSSC classes, please visit the Construction Advancement Foundation website at:
www.cafnwin.org/register

NWIBRT Executive Committee Meeting
2022-06-02 08:00 - 09:00 | IN, United States
Details will be sent to Board Members directly.

Construction Site Safety Certificate Program: Process Safety Management
2022-06-02 08:00 - 16:30 | Construction Advancement Foundation, 6050 Southport Road, Portage, IN, 46368, United States
Course Overview
OSHA created a higher standard of safety for chemical facilities including refineries & coke plants. This course offers a review of the OSHA process safety standard. This review also includes the requirement for contractors working in the facilities.
Learning Objectives

Employee Participation
Process Safety Information
Process Hazard Analysis
Operating Procedures
Training Requirements
Contractors
Pre-Start Up Safety Reviews
Mechanical Integrity
Work Permit
Management of Change
Incident Investigation
Emergency Planning and Response
Compliance Audits
Trade Secerts

This Material was produced under grant number SH-29618-16-60-F-18 from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor. It does not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the U.S. Department of Labor, nor does it mention of trade names, commercial products, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.
REGISTER ONLINE BY May 31: cafnwin.org/register or call 219-764-2883
Date: Thursday, June 2, 2022
Time: 8AM – 4:30PM
Cost: $100/registrant (lunch included)
Location: Construction Advancement Foundation
6050 Southport Road, Suite A
Portage, IN 46368

This course can be taken as a stand-alone or as part of the CAF Construction Site Safety Certification Program (CSSC)

The Construction Advancement Foundation’s Construction Site Safety Certificate (CSSC) Program is specifically designed to give construction professionals the knowledge on essential areas of construction safety and health needed to help keep construction worksites injury free. This program was developed under the OSHA Susan Harwood training grant.
How is the Construction Site Safety Certificate Program Structured?
To earn the Construction Site Safety Certificate, participants are required to complete a total of 8 courses with a run time of 8 hours each (64 total contact hours.) At the end of each 8-hour course, participants will receive a class completion certificate. Upon completion of all 8 courses, the participant will earn the Construction Site Safety Certificate confirming completion of the program.
How long will it take to complete the Construction Site Safety Certificate program?
The Construction Site Safety Certificate can be completed in as little as 2 to 4 months depending on current scheduling.
Who should attend?
The Construction Site Safety Certificate program is designed for skilled trade persons, foreperson
superintendents, and safety personnel.
Investment cost:
Each 8-hour course costs $100 per registrant.
Course names and dates:

Safety Administration for Construction – April 7, 8AM – 4:30PM
Risk Assesment & Accident Investigation – April 14, 8AM – 4:30PM
Fall Protection Training – April 21, 8AM – 4:30PM
Trenching & Excavating – April 28, 8AM – 4:30PM
Electrical Safety OSHA Subpart S – May 5, 8AM – 4:30PM
Confined Space Training – May 12, 8AM – 4:30PM
Industrial Hygiene & Environmental – May 26, 8AM – 4:30PM
Process Safety Management – June 2, 8AM – 4:30PM

This Material was produced under grant number SH-29618-16-60-F-18 from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor. It does not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the U.S. Department of Labor, nor does it mention of trade names, commercial products, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.
To find out detailed information or register for CSSC classes, please visit the Construction Advancement Foundation website at:
www.cafnwin.org/register

NWIBRT Safety Committee Meeting
2022-06-07 08:00 - 09:00, 2022-07-05 08:00 - 09:00, 2022-08-02 08:00 - 09:00, 2022-09-06 08:00 - 09:00, 2022-10-04 08:00 - 09:00, 2022-11-01 08:00 - 09:00 | Construction Advancement Foundation, 6050 Southport Road, Portage, IN, 46368, United States

Business Development and Marketing Committee Meeting
2022-06-23 15:00 - 16:30 | Catch Table & Tap, 500 E 81st Ave, Merrillville, IN, 46410, United States
Please join us for our next Business Development and Marketing Committee meeting! We are going to have our NWIBRT Business Development and Marketing Meeting on Thursday June 23rd at 3:00pm at Catch in Merrillville. To join and opt in to the committee please click the button below.

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Choose One or Both - Franciscan Health & Off Square Brewery
2022-07-25 14:30 - 17:30 | Franciascan Crown Point Hospital – Interstate 65 & US 231, 12800 Mississippi Parkway, Crown Point, IN, 46307, United States
Join us for a behind the scenes look at the NEW Franciscan Health Hospital and/or a look into the brewery and process at Off Square Brewery.
Choose One or Choose Both!
Behind the Scenes Tour
Franciscan Health Hospital
2:30PM to 3:30PM
I65 & 231, Crown Point, IN
Join us for an Exclusive Tour of this $333 Million project. The tour is brought to you and sponsored by Tonn & Blank Construction.
Only 20 reservations are available!
Closed toe shoes are required.
Networking Event & Tour
Off Square Brewing
3:30PM to 5:30PM
11000 Delaware Pkwy, Crown Point, IN
Register for a networking event and a behind the scenes tour with brewmaster Matt Festa!
Sponsorships available!
Platinum Sponsorships – $250
Sponsorship includes you logo on marketing and reserved table.
Gold Sponsorships – $100
Sponsorship includes your logo on marketing.
Silver Sponsorships – $50
Sponsorship includes your Company name on marketing materials.
Tickets
Fransiscan Tour Members: Free
Off Square Brewing Members: Free
Off Square Brewing Non-Members: $25.00

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Golf Committee Meeting
2022-08-10 09:00 - 10:00 | Construction Advancement Foundation, 6050 Southport Road, Portage, IN, 46368, United States
Our next golf committee meeting will be held on August 10th at 9:00 am at CAF.

Business Development and Marketing Committee Meeting
2022-08-22 14:00 - 15:00 | IBEW Local 697, 7200 Mississippi Street, #200, Merrillville, IN, 46410, United States
Please join us for our next Business Development and Marketing Committee meeting! We are going to have our NWIBRT Business Development and Marketing Meeting on Monday August 22nd at 2:00pm at IBEW Complex in Mississippi. To join and opt in to the committee please click the button below.

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The Art of Quality Decision Making
2022-08-22 15:30 - 17:30 | IBEW Local 697, 7200 Mississippi Street, #200, Merrillville, IN, 46410, United States
The Art of Quality Decision Making
Learn how to enhance your decision-making skills during this special educational presentation and networking event.
National author and speaker Warren Brand will be sharing lessons from his book “The Art of Quality Decision-Making: A Practical Guide to the Alternative Response Method.”
Key points will include:

Learning how to make strategic decisions.
Reframing challenges and understating “capacity.”
Understanding bliss and why it is always a decisional variable.

Refreshments and door prizes will be available during this event.
Space is limited to 100 attendees.
Date and Time:

Aug. 22nd, 2022, 3:30PM – 5:30PM
IBEW Local 697, 7200 Mississippi Street, #200, Merrillville, IN, 46410

Speaker:

National author and speaker Warren Brand

Platinum Sponsorships – $250
ONLY 2 AVAILABLE! Includes your logo on marketing, brief introduction of your company at beginning and 8 tickets to the event.
Gold Sponsorships – $100
Sponsorship includes your logo on marketing and 3 tickets to the event.
Silver Sponsorships – $50
Sponsorship includes your company name on marketing and 1 ticket to the event.
Tickets
Members: $20.00
Non-Members: $40.00

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The NWIBRT Hard Hat Charity Golf Outing
2022-09-16 07:00 - 16:00 | White Hawk Country Club, 1001 White Hawk Dr., Crown Point, IN, 46307, United States
A Fun Day for You… and a Hole in One for Your Company
Everything about attending the NWIBRT Hard Hat Charity Golf Outing is a win for both you and your company. It’s a day of fun at a luxurious golf course where you’ll be treated to great food, drinks, and opportunities to meet people that can truly drive results for your business.
Plus, it’s a charity event that supports numerous local causes, meaning that your participation will get noticed by the community. Proceeds from the event are also used to support NWI safety initiatives and educational programming.
The outing will take place on Friday, September 16th at the White Hawk Country Club in Crown Point and is a joint effort between the Northwest Indiana Business RoundTable (NWIBRT), the Northwest Indiana Building and Construction Trades Council, and the Construction Advancement Foundation (CAF).
This event sells out fast!
Golfers will enjoy VIP privileges, good eats, and great drinks. Sign up now for access to the most entertaining business event of the year.

Schedule:

7:00AM – Registration Opens (all raffle donations can be dropped off at registration)
7:30AM – Bloody Mary Bar Opens
8:45AM – All Golfers to their Golf Cart
8:55AM – Announcements
9:00AM – Shotgun Start with Par Being Everyone’s Friend
2:30PM – 4:30”ish” – Reception, Food, Beverages, Raffles and Contest Prizes

Turkey Shoot
2022-10-05 13:00 - 17:00 | Southern Lake County Conservation Club, 24417 Tieble Rd, Schneider, IN, 46376, United States
NWIBRT Turkey Shoot
You’re invited to NWIBRT’s Inaugural Turkey Shoot. A Turkey Shoot is a superfun sporting event, even for people that have never fired shotguns. (No actual live turkeys are involved).
Attendees are welcome to bring their own shotguns. If you don’t have one, a shotgun will be provided. Shotgun shells included in registration.
Registration – 1pm
Rounds Begin – 2pm
Each round will have 10 shooters and one winner each round.
Platinum Sponsorships – $250
Includes your logo on marketing, a marketing table at the event, recognition during presentation and 5 tickets.
Gold Sponsorships – $100
Sponsorship includes your logo on marketing and 2 tickets to the event.
Silver Sponsorships – $50
Sponsorship includes your company name on marketing and 1 ticket to the event.
Tickets
Members: $25.00 Includes 1 round and 2 drink tickets
Non-Members: $50.00 Includes 1 round and 2 drink tickets
Additional Rounds: $5.00

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2022 Fall Safety Seminar: Active Shooter/Workplace Violence Awareness
2022-10-13 08:00 - 12:00 | Purdue University Northwest, 2200 169th Street, Hammond, IN, 46323, United States
2022 Fall Safety Seminar: Active Shooter/Workplace Violence Awareness
TOPIC 1
ACTIVE SHOOTER/WORKPLACE VIOLENCE AWARENESS:
Learning about steps you can take during an active shooter incident. Learn basic procedures that law enforcement will take, what to expect, and how to work with law enforcement during an emergency. Participants will also
learn about “De-escalation.”
Speaker:
Vince Balbo, Lake County Sheriff’s Department Chief and former DEA Special Agent of the Chicago Office,
Lead Training Officers Sgt. Doug Parker and Rex Ibarra.
TOPIC 2
STOP THE BLEED:
Treating a gunshot wound is different from treating occupational Injuries. Learn about how to stop the bleeding for a wounded individual.
Speaker:
Chris Smith, CPR & First Aid Instructor for the Orland Park Fire District and Retired Fire Fighter Paramedic for Chicago, IL.
TOPIC 3
HOW NEW GUN LAW AFFECT YOUR FACILITY’S SAFETY/SECURITY:
New gun laws were implemented in Indiana in July 2022. Learn how to maintain compliance with the new law while keeping your employees safe.
Speaker:
Presented by Tina M. Bengs, shareholder with Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.
Date and Time:
October 13th, 2022, 8AM- 12PM
Please arrive early to make sure you have your breakfast and seat by the 8AM session start.
Platinum Sponsorships – $250
Includes your logo on marketing, a marketing table at the event, recognition during presentation and 6 tickets
Gold Sponsorships – $100
Sponsorship includes your logo on marketing and 3 tickets
Silver Sponsorships – $50
Sponsorship includes your company name on marketing and 1 ticket
Tickets
CAF, NWIBRT & ASSP Members: $25.00
Non-Members: $75.00
Student: $15.00

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BCRC Active Shooter Preparedness Training
2022-10-28 09:00 - 10:30 | Construction Advancement Foundation, 6050 Southport Road, Portage, IN, 46368, United States
Proactively Ensure Safety and Security of Oneself
Every year emergency situations and active shooter events take a tremendous toll on business and their people—impacting lives and dollars. However, with the proper plans in place, companies can alleviate fears, limit injuries, and reduce damages and return to normal operations more efficiently.
In this 90-minute interactive workshop, Perspectives Organizational Consulting Group will lead us through how to proactively ensure the safety and security of our employees and our facilities. They will then train us on how best to respond should an emergency situation or active shooter event materialize. Specifically, this session will help you learn about security awareness, emergency preparedness, behavioral warning signs and how to respond in an emergency.”
Presented by Randy Braverman – Senior Emergency Preparedness Consultant
If you are interested in attending, please send an email to info@bcrcnet.com or kindly call 219-764-9500 to register will the names and emails of all those that will be in attendance.
RESERVE YOUR SEAT TODAY!
We look forward to seeing you!

2022 Business & Economic Outlook
2022-11-04 08:00 - 12:00 | Ivy Tech Community College, 3100 Ivy Tech Dr., Valparaiso, IN, 46383, United States
Learn First-Hand What Business Trends are Influencing NWI’s Economy
Sponsored by the Northwest Indiana Business Roundtable (NWIBRT) and the Construction Advancement Foundation of Northwest Indiana (CAF), the 2022 Business & Economic Outlook is an informative program designed to provide key insights on trends influencing business and industry. The program will feature presentations from leaders in various business sectors and government agencies, and conclude with a detailed economic picture of Northwest Indiana and United States.
Friday, November 4th, 2022
2022’s SPEAKERS:
Emcee: Donald Babcock – Purdue University Northwest
Sherri Ziller – RDA
Heather Ennis – NWI Forum
Micah Pollak – Indiana University Northwest
Anthony Sindone – Purdue University Northwest
Steve Skalka – Harbour Trust
Patrick Bloom – Cleveland Cliffs
John Sabotnik – NIPSCO
Andy Campbell – NIPSCO

Register Today!
