Classes

• 4 Hours

  Aerial Lift Training

  Training focuses on daily inspection, maintenance and safe operation relating to scissor and boom lifts. The majority of the training class time will be devoted to a hands-on environment. Renewal period of 4 years.

  Skill Certificates issued in this course:

  • Boom Lift (4 Year Renewal Period)
  • Scissor Lift (4 Year Renewal Period)
• 1 Day

  American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED

  This course offers the latest techniques by the American Red Cross in giving first aid, cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and using an automated external defibrillator (AED). Renewal period of two years.

• 1 Day

  Asbestos Abatement Supervisor Refresher

  This annual refresher training fulfills all of the EPA, State of Illinois (IDPH) and Indiana (IDEM) requirements for maintaining an Asbestos Supervisor license. Students with an expired certificate for more than 12 months (Indiana) or 12 months (Illinois) are not eligible for reaccreditation and must retake the initial training course.

• 40 Hours

  Asbestos Abatement Supervisor Training "IAS"

  Training fulfills all of the EPA, State of Illinois (IDPH) and Indiana (IDEM) requirements for obtaining an Asbestos Supervisor license. Course features estimating and blueprint reading exercises, project documentation and legal and regulatory liabilities. *Applicants are required to have a minimum of 2080 hours of asbestos worker experience.

  Renewal: Asbestos Abatement Supervisor Refresher
• 1 Day

  Asbestos Abatement Worker Refresher

  This annual refresher training fulfills all of the EPA, State of Illinois (IDPH) and Indiana (IDEM) requirements for maintaining an Asbestos Worker license. Students with an expired certificate for more than 12 months (Indiana) or 12 months (Illinois) are not eligible for reaccreditation and must retake the initial training course.

• 5 Days

  Asbestos Abatement Worker Training

  This course fulfills all of the EPA, State of Illinois (IDPH) and Indiana (IDEM) requirements for obtaining an Asbestos Worker license. Hands-on activities include the use of air purifying respirators, construction of negative pressure containment and decontamination unit, as well as simulated removal and clean up of asbestos materials.

  Clean-shaven face is required for Respirator Fit Certification.

  Renewal: Asbestos Abatement Worker Refresher
• 1 Day

  Asbestos Awareness

  This 8-Hour awareness course meets OSHA requirements for class IV asbestos work.  It is designed for construction workers that work near but do NOT intentionally contact of disturb ACM (Asbestos Containing Materials) or PACM (Presumed Asbestos Containing Materials)

• 1 Day

  Basic Construction Math

  This 8-Hour course is designed to expose participants to the basic math operations that are used as a construction craft laborer. Some of the exercises covered are reading a tape measurer, converting inches to decimal feet, principles of squaring rectangles and squares, and figuring area/volume of shapes to order materials. By the end of the course, participants will have a stronger grasp of math principles that directly support tasks in concrete, asphalt, excavation, grade checking, and general construction.

• 2 Days

  Burning

  Training is designed to prepare Laborers for work on demolition projects and general construction sites. Classroom studies include OSHA regulations and safe work practices. During hands-on training, students will learn proper set up, follow correct torch procedures, as well as practice effective cutting techniques. Students will apply these learned skills with various fuels used in the industry, including acetylene and propylene. In addition to oxy-fuel cutting, plasma cutting is also introduced.

• 5 Days

  Concrete Technology

  This course deals with the placement of concrete and the latest concrete technology. Specific topics include excavation, backfill and compaction, placement of concrete, concrete vibration, tool identification, finishing and curing.  Hands-on projects will consist of placing slabs on grade, walls, and columns. Renewal period of five years.

• 1 Day

  Confined Space Awareness

  

  The 8-hour Confined Space in Construction Awareness course is an "awareness only" course which is intended to raise the participant’s level of understanding of the hazards associated to working in and around confined spaces. 

   

  This course will not train individuals to enter a permit required confined space or work as a member of a permit-required confined space entry team.

   Individuals who will be working as members of an entry team should take the 3-Day Permit-Required Confined Space Entry Safety course, which covers each topic in greater detail and provides more “hands-on” experience.

• 3 Days

  Employability Skills Training

  Take your career to the next level with our 3-day Employability Skills training course. This engaging course equips participants with essential soft skills necessary for success and provides the tools and knowledge necessary to excel in the labor market. Participants will also exit the course with a completely revised resume.

  Course Highlights:

  • Day 1: Self-Awareness and Personal Development Begin your journey by focusing on self-awareness and personal growth. Discover your strengths, values, and areas for improvement to build upon a solid foundation for your career.
  • Day 2: Workplace Awareness Gain insights into the dynamics of a professional environment. This day covers essential soft skills such as effective communication, teamwork, and problem-solving, as well as drug and alcohol awareness to promote a safe workplace.
  • Day 3: Resume Builder Workshop Conclude the course with a hands-on resume building workshop. Craft a compelling resume that highlights your skills and experiences, helping you stand out to potential employers in the industry.
• 1 Hour

  Equipment Test Out

  This course is only offered to experienced operators and/or individuals who have previously attended the Equipment Operation course. A time slot will be reserved for each student’s test out based on the equipment selected. Equipment available for test out: Skid steer. Class 4 industrial forklift. Class 7 rough terrain forklift. Boom Lift. Scissor Lift.

  Skill Certificates issued in this course:

  • Skid Steer (3 year Renewal Period)
  • Class 7 Rough Terrain Forklift (3 Year Renewal Period)
  • Class 4 Industrial Forklift (3 Year Renewal Period)
  • Boom Lift (4 Year Renewal Period)
  • Scissor Lift (4 Year Renewal Period)
• 1 Day

  Fall Protection Certification

  Become aware of the technical information regarding the human body in fall arrest and suspension. This class will cover the different classifications of the Fall Protection Systems card. Classroom study of rules and regulations will be taught along with demonstrations and hands-on projects.

• 4 Hours

  Flagger Certification Training

  This course meets the State of Illinois requirement for workers who direct or work around vehicular traffic. Training will focus on proper procedures of stopping and releasing traffic on roadways, how to protect yourself, other workers, and the public in work zones through the proper use of signs, signals and barricades. Renewal period of four years.

• 2 Days

  Forklift Training

  This 2-Day course deals with approved safety procedures for the operation of equipment. Basic operation of an industrial forklift, rough terrain forklift and pallet jack.

  Skill Certificates issued in this course:

  • Class 7 Rough Terrain Forklift (3 Year renewal Period)
  • Class 4 Industrial Forklift (3 Year Renewal Period)
  • Class 3 Pallet Jack (3 Year Renewal Period)
• 5 Days

  GPS - Global Positioning

  Our 5 - Day course prepares a worker to set up and configure a base station and rover, teaches them various measuring techniques and outlines uses for simple structure layouts. Individuals will learn the components of the GPS, principles of operation, field procedures, data collection and configuration procedures. Renewal period of five years

• 4 Hours

  Hazard Communication

  OSHA’s hazard communication standard has been updated to include the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) of classification and labeling of chemicals. This course emphasizes the workers “right to know” about the chemicals used in the workplace through the use of SDS sheets, pictograms and standard labels. OSHA mandated all workers need to be trained to understand the new GHS system by December 1, 2013.

• 1 Day

  Hazardous Waste Worker Refresher "IAS"

  This annual refresher training fulfills all of OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120 (HAZWOPER) requirement for working on hazardous waste sites. In addition, course reviews OSHA permit-required confined space and hazard communication standards (GHS). Students with an expired certificate for more than 12 months are not elligible for reaccreditation and must retake the initial training course.

• 40 Hours

  Hazardous Waste Worker Training

  Training fulfills the OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120 (HAZWOPER) requirements for working on hazardous waste sites. Participants also receive certification in confined space awareness. A medical evaluation for respirator use is included at the start of this course. Hands-on includes donning various levels of PPE, performing remediation and decontamination procedures and confined space ventilation and rescue. This certificate is valid for one year. 

  Clean-shaven face is required for Respirator Fit Certification.

• 40 Hours

  Hoisting and Rigging

  Training focuses on crane safety, rigging hardware identification, and the mathematical formulas for proper rigging techniques. These formulas will be used in determining correct sling angles and load calculations. In addition, signal person safety training (SPST) is also a part of this curriculum.  Participants will have an opportunity to utilize the skills learned during this course in hands-on exercises with a Hydraulic Mobile Crane.  Renewal period of four years.

  Skill Certificates issued in this course:

  • Rigging
  • Signal Person Safety Training SPST (4 Year Renewal Period)
• 1 Day

  Hoisting and Rigging Refresher

  The 8-hour Hoisting and Rigging Refresher course reviews major topics from the initial 40-hour Hoisting and Rigging training. These topics include Rigging Hardware and Slings; Hoisting, Rigging, and Crane safety; Basic Math, and Signaling. The course is designed to challenge participants by drawing upon their previous training and work experiences to facilitate practical application of previously learned concepts to real-life situations. This 1-Day refresher training is required every 4 years to renew your CLTAF Hoisting and Rigging Certification. Participants will be required to pass a formal written assessment.

• 1 Day

  Hydro Mobile User/Operator Training

  This course will provide valuable insight into the fundamentals of safe use, daily inspection procedures and operation of the Hydro Mobile M2 mast powered climber utilizing a 24-foot and 14-foot power unit with a 12-foot bridge. After successful completion of the course, the participant will also gain a certification from Hydro Mobile as a qualified M2 series User/ Operator (UO).

• 24 Hours

  Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA)

  A required certification for all Laborers working in a hospital or healthcare environment. Topics will include: setting up and maintaining a negative air environment; removing debris; constructing barriers to prevent the spread of infectious diseases; monitoring the work environment and inspecting, donning and removing personal protection equipment.

• 1 Day

  Lead Abatement Supervisor Refresher "IAS"

  This training fulfills EPA and State of Illinois (IDPH) requirements for maintaining a Lead Abatement Supervisor license. This certification is valid for three years. Students with an expired certificate for more than 12 months are not elligible for reaccreditation and must retake the initial training course.

• 5 Days

  Lead Abatement Supervisor Training "IAS"

  Training prepares you for the State of Illinois' Third Party Exam requirement for obtaining an Illinois Lead Abatement Supervisor license. *Applicants are required to have a minimum of 2000 hours of lead worker experience or 4000 hours of combined environmental worker experience. This certificate is valid for three years. Students with an expired certificate for more than 12 months are not elligible for reaccreditation and must retake the initial training course.

  Renewal: Lead Abatement Supervisor Refresher "IAS"
• 1 Day

  Lead Abatement Worker Refresher "IAS"

  This training fulfills EPA and State of Illinois (IDPH) requirements for maintaining a Lead Abatement Worker license. This certificate is valid for three years. Students with an expired certificate for more than 12 months are not elligible for reaccreditation and must retake the initial training course.

• 5 Days

  Lead Abatement Worker Training

  This training fulfills EPA and State of Illinois (IDPH) requirements for obtaining a Lead Abatement Worker license. Training covers the uses of lead, health effects, PPE and abatement and disposal requirements. Hands-on activities include the use of air purifying respirators, construction of containments and decontamination units, as well as simulated removal of lead-based paint. This certificate is valid for three years. Students with an expired certificate for more than 12 months are not elligible for reaccreditation and must retake the initial training course.

  Clean shaven is required for Respirator Fit Certification.

  Renewal: Lead Abatement Worker Refresher "IAS"
• 1 Day

  Lead RRP (Renovation, Repair and Painting) Refresher "IAS"

  This 1 - Day course fulfills the EPA’s requirement to maintain your Lead Renovator certification. This certificate is valid for five years. Students must take refresher training prior to the expiration of their current intial or refresher certificate.

  Special Notice:

  If you took your training on or prior to March 31, 2010, your training certification will not expire until March 31, 2016.If you took your training on or between April 1, 2010 and March 31, 2011, you will have one year added to the expiration date of your training certification.

• 2 Days

  Lead RRP (Renovation, Repair and Painting) Training "IAS"

  This training fulfills the EPA’s requirements to become a Certified Lead Renovator. Certification is required for Laborers who are engaging in renovation, repair and painting activities that disturb lead-based paint in pre-1978 houses and child occupied facilities. This certificate is valid for five years. Students must take their refresher training prior to the expiration of their current or refresher certificate.

  Renewal: Lead RRP (Renovation, Repair and Painting) Refresher "IAS"
• 5 Days

  Line and Grade

  This 5 - Day course will focus on the correct set up and use of the builder’s level for elevation control and transfer of grade. Course will also feature the use of a transit for basic layout. Renewal period of five years.

• 3 Days

  Microbial Remediation (Mold Removal)

  This course is designed for workers who will be employed on microbial remediation (mold remediation) projects. In this course, laborers will be taught proper abatement techniques and the health hazards associated with remediation. Skills training will include donning/doffing an air purifying respirator and disposable coveralls, constructing negative pressure enclosures, and worker decontamination procedures.

• 2 Days

  OSHA 10-Hour Safety and Health Course

  This 2 - Day course focuses on the purpose and role of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). The objective of this class is to ensure a safe and healthy workplace by showing students how to identify and avoid unsafe working conditions and acts. Recommended four year renewal period.

• 5 Days

  OSHA 30-Hour Safety and Health Course

  This 5 - Day course encompasses all aspects of the 10-Hour OSHA training course with additional emphasis on safety and health management and additional topics covered in the construction standards.  Hazard recognition and elimination will be discussed in detail.  Recommended four year renewal period.

• 3 Days

  Permit-required Confined Space Entry Safety

  This course prepares the individual to work as part of an entry into Permit-Required Confined Space. Training focuses on how to recognize, evaluate and control safety and health hazards associated with PRCS. Topics include Hazard Recognition, Health Effects, PPE, OSHA construction standard for confined spaces, Lock-Out and Tag-Out, Ventilation, monitoring and entry permit program.

   

• 5 Days

  Pipelaying

  Focuses on the principles and techniques of installing pressure and gravity flow pipe systems. Laser aligners, transits, checking line and grade, and crew member responsibilities will be reviewed. You will learn how to determine pipe slope and percentage of grade. Renewal period of five years.

  Related News: CLTAF Curriculum Updates - Pipelaying for Journeyworkers
• 80 Hours

  Pipeline Technology

  This Pipeline Technology course will be composed of both classroom and hands-on training. Students will learn about the different crews, equipment and other basic pipeline tasks. Topics included: silt screen fence setup, chain saw operation, M-scope operation, skid setting, sandblasting, coating applications and cad welding. Students will also be tested for a variety of Operator Qualification tasks.

  Skill Certificates issued in this course:

  • Operator Qualifications "OQ" - Abnormal Operating Conditions "AOC"
• 5 Days

  Printreading

  This 5 day course will provide printreading experience related to both residential and commercial construction.

• 1 Day

  Scaffold Builder Refresher

  This 1-Day refresher training is required every 4 years to renew your CLTAF Scaffold Builders Certification. Participants will be refreshed and required to pass a hands-on performance assessment on Frame, Tube and Clamp, System, and Suspension Scaffolds.

  Skill Certificates issued in this course:

  • Scaffold Builder
  • Scaffold User
  • Frame Scaffolds
  • Tube and Clamp Scaffolds
  • Systems Scaffolds
  • Suspension Scaffolds                                 
• 5 Days

  Scaffold Technology "IAS"

  Effective April 1, 2020

  The CLTAF's Scaffold Program has been redesigned to meet industry needs and demands of our Laborers. The CLTAF Scaffold Program will consist of the following independent training courses:

  5-Day Scaffold Technology Course

  This 5-Day training will include the following topics and scaffold systems:

  • Scaffold User Safety - OSHA Subpart L

  • Scaffold Tools and P.P.E.

  • Building Frame Scaffolds

  • Building Tube and Clamp Scaffolds

  • Building System Scaffolds

  • Proper Use and Safely Working 

    on Elevated Work Platforms (Scissor and Boom Lifts)

  This Scaffold Technology training certification will expire in 4 years and participants will need to take the  1-Day Scaffold Refresher to renew their skills/certification.

  The 5-Day Scaffold Technology and 1-Day Suspension Course Certificates/Skills will expire every 4 years. Participants will be required to attend this 1-Day Refresher Course every 4 years to maintain their current certificates/skills. There will be a 1-year grace period extended to you to renew your certification.

  CLTAF SCAFFOLD PROGRAM UPDATE - Effective April 1, 2020

  Related News: CLTAF Curriculum Updates - Scaffold Technology Course (Scaffold Builders)

  Related News: CLTAF Curriculum Updates - Scaffold Technology Course (Scaffold Builders)
• 1 Day

  Signal Person Safety Training (SPST)

  This certification course covers crane dynamics, hand signals, boom deflection, crane operations and limitations. Additional training topics will focus on hazard recognition and apply OSHA’s minimum clearance distance for cranes. Renewal period of four years.

• 1 Day

  Silica Exposure Awareness

  The LiUNA Chicagoland Laborers' Training Fund is offering this 1- Day (8 hour) training course as part of our continued education. This course will meet and comply with OSHA's Final Rule on Silica Exposure. OSHA has amended thier previous exposure limits due to significant risk to workers' health. All contractors must be compliant with OSHA's Final Rule as of September 23, 2017.

  Related News: Silica Exposure - OSHA's Final Rule
• 2 Days

  Skidsteer Training

  This 2-Day course deals with approved safety procedures for the operation of skid steer loader. Basic operation of a construction skid steer loader is taught, along with ongoing maintenance procedures. Hands-on training in identification and usage of the universal hand signals will also be a part of this course.

  Skill Certificates issued in this course:

  • Skid Steer (3 Year Renewal Period)
• 3 Days

  Solar Farm Training

  This Solar Farm Training course is composed of both classroom and hands-on training. The course will provide experience related to commercial Solar Farm construction and Solar Panel Installation. Classroom activities include lessons on electrical hazards, PV module, post and racking installation and more. Hands on activities include site prep, layout and setting the posts, racking system and panels.

• 40 Hours

  Supervisor Training Program - Foreman/General Foreman

  This 40 hour course is geared toward current Foreman/General Foreman and/or Laborers aspiring to become Foreman/General Foreman. It will cover the duties and responsibilities that are expected from Foreman and General Foreman.

  This LIUNA Curriculum has been designed and developed by Laborers for LIUNA members across the United States and Canada. It is also recognized by the International Accreditation Services "IAS".

• 1 Day

  Suspension Scaffold

  Suspension Scaffold

  This course will require successful completion of the 5-Day Scaffold Technology Course and current Certificate/Skill as a pre-requisite. 

  This 1-Day training will consist of the following topics:

  Suspension User Safety
  Building Suspension Scaffolds

  This Certificate/Skill will expire every 4 years. There will be a 1-year grace period extended to you to renew your certificate.

• 2 Days

  Trench Safety

  We review and discuss OSHA guidelines for trenching, shoring, soil classifications, protective systems, rescue shoring and shoring systems design. The extensive hands-on in this two day course will include the following topics: hydraulic shoring, screw jacks, air and timber shores, trench shields, manhole braces and more.

• 1 Day

  Trench Safety Awareness

  We review and discuss OSHA guidelines for trenching, shoring, soil classifications, protective systems, rescue shoring and shoring systems design. Topics include: hydraulic shoring, screw jacks, air and timber shores, trench shields, manhole braces and more. No hands on activities performed in this class. 

• 5 Days

  Trenchless Rehabilitation

  This 5-day course offers a blend of classroom instruction and hands-on training, focused on the advanced technique of lateral lining using UV technology (Bluelight). The curriculum is designed to provide participants with in-depth knowledge and practical skills essential for effective lateral lining. The course highlights lateral assessment, material wet out, equipment setup, and liner installation.

• 2 Days

  Work Zone Safety

  In this two day course students willlearn proper work zone practices and protocols for general road work and highway work zones.  In addition they will also receive IDOT Flagger training. Safety topics will include concrete work, power tools, back safety, working around heavy equipment, and communication issues.

  Skill Certificate issued in this course:

  • IDOT Flagger Certification (4 Year Renewal Period)

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