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Blueprint Reading
Laborer's Training Center 50 Wild Horse Drive, McCarran, NVThis 40-hour course presents print-reading fundamentals. Topics include sketching, computer-aided design, trade math symbols and abbreviations, plot plans, elevations, sections and details. Participants will use actual blueprints and work through assignments to grasp concepts. Highway construction plans will be introduced. PPE is required. Blue
Concrete Worker Part 1
Laborer's Training Center 50 Wild Horse Drive, McCarran, NVThis 40-hour course introduces members to concrete work and covers the following topics; safety and health hazards of concrete work; site preparation; form building and setting; forming systems; estimating concrete quantities; placement and consolidation; and finishing and curing concrete. Participants will gain knowledge and practical experience in the placement and finishing of concrete. *Personal Protective […]
NDOT Flagger
Laborer's Training Center 50 Wild Horse Drive, McCarran, NVThis 4-hour certification course has been approved by the Nevada Department of Transportation and covers procedures for flaggers working on NDOT projects. All flaggers on these projects must have a certification of training in their possession while working. Topics include work zone hazards and safety; state regulations; flagging PPE and equipment; and flagging procedures.
Construction Math
Laborer's Training Center 50 Wild Horse Drive, McCarran, NVThis 40-hour class provides a foundation for all of the math used in construction through classroom and hands-on activities. Topics include basic math operations (ASMD); working with fractions and decimals; layout and squaring; area and volume calculations and formulae; slope ratios and percent of slope; offsets and stations; and differential leveling. *Personal Protective Equipment Required.
First aid/ CPR
Laborer's Training Center 50 Wild Horse Drive, McCarran, NVThis 8-hour certification class helps non-medical professionals provide assistance in times of crisis.The first part of the class covers best practices for first aid for a wide range of medical conditions. The CPR portion of the class provides methods and practice for treating both adults and children during a cardiac emergency. *Personal Protective Equipment Required.
Asbestos Worker Refresher
Laborer's Training Center 50 Wild Horse Drive, McCarran, NVThis 8-hour course is for those who have taken an Asbestos Worker or refresher course within the last two years and satisfies EPA requirements for asbestos refresher training. Topics covered include: health effects of asbestos; medical monitoring and surveillance; worker rights and protections; PPE; site safety; preparing the work area; negative air systems; containment; decontamination; […]
NDOT Flagger
Laborer's Training Center 50 Wild Horse Drive, McCarran, NVThis 4-hour certification course has been approved by the Nevada Department of Transportation and covers procedures for flaggers working on NDOT projects. All flaggers on these projects must have a certification of training in their possession while working. Topics include work zone hazards and safety; state regulations; flagging PPE and equipment; and flagging procedures.
Asbestos Supervisor Refresher
Laborer's Training Center 50 Wild Horse Drive, McCarran, NVThis 8-hour course is for those who have taken an Asbestos Supervisor or refresher course within the last two years. It satisfies EPA requirements for asbestos supervisor refresher training. Topics include: types of asbestos; health effects; medical monitoring and surveillance; legal standards; respiratory protection programs; and record keeping requirements. New regulations and changes in the […]
Union Meeting at 7 p.m.
Local 169 Union Hall 570 Reactor Way, Reno, NVAll Local 169 members are invited to the monthly meeting. Learn what your Union is planning and working towards. Show up, show your support, and be an active member in your Union. An involved member is a strong member! Feel the Power! Meetings are at the Union Hall at 570 Reactor Way, Reno, NV 89502 […]
Forklift Operations and Safety
Laborer's Training Center 50 Wild Horse Drive, McCarran, NVThis 16-hour course covers the hazards and safe operation of rough terrain forklifts (also known as telehandlers). Topics include types of forklifts and terminology; identifying and avoiding hazards; inspection and maintenance; reviewing job site conditions; and safe operating practices. Hands-on activities will include operating rough terrain forklifts of various sizes under simulated job site conditions. […]