Events

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Do you feel like you are speaking another language when interviewing for new staff members? Do you have disagreements in the workplace or unrest due to differences in the generations in your workplace? Have you scheduled multiple interviews only to have most of them cancel without any notice or follow up? Have you hired an employee only to have them “ghost” you i.e. not show up on the first day without any explanation? In this session we will discuss how to successfully manage and employ best practices when hiring across the generational divide and how to manage a multi-generational workforce. The discussion will also cover how to minimize workplace ghosting. Instructor: Juli Bacon, JB Consulting Systems (and guest speaker)

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This course qualifies for - 6 AIA/CES LU • 6.0 CE for AIBD • 6 CE for all NAHB Designations except HCCP Learn project management concepts and strategies designed to help you increase your professional value and the value you bring to your company and customers. This course will teach you the basics of successful project management. A successful project is one that is built on time, on budget, and to the customer's satisfaction. The course explains the role of project managers during each phase of a project, including the pre-construction, construction, and post-construction phases. Project management tools and effective management of trade contractors will also be discussed. Instructors: Diane Glenn, Construction Consultants of WA // Joseph Irons, Irons Brothers Construction

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This informative and informal discussion session, provides the information you need to know about new employment laws enacted in the last year. Additionally, the session discusses trends, both nationally and regionally, that could lead to new laws in this state. We will discuss the best practices to comply with the laws and the downside for non-compliance. Discussion will include Pregnancy Accommodation law, Pay Equity Laws – Equal Pay Opportunity Act (EPOA), Fair Chance Act, Ban the Box, Salary History Questions, Exempt vs. Non-Exempt Classifications – State vs. Department of Labor. Instructor: Juli Bacon, JB Consulting Systems

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Previously titled: New Job Classification Requirements for Salaried Workers and Independent Contractors. Are you correctly classifying your employees and your independent contractors? Washington State employers will be required to significantly increase their employee’s wages beginning January 1, 2021. New guidelines are being proposed for Independent Contractors. What do these changes mean for your bottom line and how can you address it now to prepare for the new year? The Department of Labor and Industries increased the minimum salary threshold for your salaried workers even more than the new federal limits that went into effect July 1, 2020. Employees may only be classified as salaried exempt if their pay meets the minimum weekly wage AND meets the duties testing requirements. Now is a great time to review the exempt duties testing requirements and implement best practices for employee classifications for your salaried workers and independent contractors. This hour-long training course is designed to help you navigate these changes and assist you in making changes beginning the first of the New Year. Sign Up Today! Instructor: Juli Bacon, JB Consulting Systems, LLC

Instructors:

Juli Bacon

Class dates:

10:00 AM / 2020-12-01 - 2020-12-01

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Online class option: You can take this course in a live virtual format on the class date with the instructor from your home or office. You will be provided class details on access and a book at later date, prior to the start of the class after registering. Registration deadline for the 12/2/2020 class is 11/25/2020. Bring a copy of your Contract to be reviewed in class. The Contracts portion of the class will teach you the important terms you need to address in your contract in order to minimize the occurrence and magnitude of problems that inevitably arise with customers or other contractors. You will learn how to write an improved contract that contains the required legal notices, limits your exposure to claims and liabilities, provides for economical resolution of a dispute, establishes a practical method of handling change orders, gives the customer a limited warranty, and precludes your customer from firing you and hiring somebody else to fix or complete your work. All good things you need in your standard contract. This seminar also explains the significant terms of the standard commercial subcontract and how these terms can present unwanted risk to the subcontractor. You will learn that these terms should be negotiated rather than blindly accepted. The Contracts seminar comes complete with a 238 page course book in a durable 3-ring binder that is totally current, accurate and explanatory. You can go online at www.linvillelawfirm.com and view the complete table of contents for this book. The Lien section of the class will teach you how to prepare, record and foreclose a lien on either a commercial or residential project. The seminar will also teach you how to prepare, file and foreclose your lien against a payment bond or a retainage on any federal, state, county, or city public works project. Both liens and public works claims generally require a preliminary notice. This is all explained at the Lien seminar. The Lien seminar comes complete with a 343 page course book in a durable 3-ring binder that is totally current, accurate and explanatory. All necessary forms are included. The course book is an excellent reference guide, designed for practical application. You can go online at www.linvillelawfirm.com and view the complete table of contents for this book. Instructor: Linville Law Firm The course qualifies for: 6 CE for NAHB Designations: CAPS, CGA, CGB, CGP, CGR, CMP, CSP, GMB, GMR, Master CGP, Master CSP and MIRM. 6 AIBD CEU Legal Continuing Education Credit (through Linville Law Firm)

Instructors:

David Linville

Class dates:

8:30 AM / 2020-12-02 - 2020-12-02

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Job-related injuries are avoided when companies allocate the necessary time and resources to ensure that people who come to work or visit their offices, warehouse facilities, and construction job sites are safe. When workplace safety is a high company priority, and when your employees are properly trained, they feel more comfortable and confident on the job. There are fewer accidents. Productivity is increased, costs are diminished, and profit margins follow suit. This class meets written plans and training requirements for contractors in Washington State. Includes: Construction Accident Prevention and Safety; PPE; Fall Protection; Ladders, Scaffolds and Stairways; Heat Related Rules; Respiratory Protection/Hazard; Communication and Excavation/Trenching. Smart employers make certain safety procedures are included among company policies. You will also receive a written safety plan and customized training for your company. Instructor: Northwest Independent Contractors Association

Instructors:

Dale Yerabek

Class dates:

8:00 AM / 2020-12-02 - 2020-12-02

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Online CESCL Recertification Info: You will receive the online class meeting info and a book link the day before the start of class. It will be sent to the email you use during registration. To receive your CESCL card and credit for the class, you must sign in for the fully scheduled class time and complete the test at the end. Is your Certified Erosion and Sediment Control Lead (CESCL) certification about to expire? The Department of Ecology requires a CESCL on all stormwater permitted construction sites over an acre and CESCL certifications must be renewed every three years with a one-day class. Designed for residential builders, BIAW's CESCL recertification class will answer builder questions, including what BMP's perform best on construction sites, how to keep those BMP's working, what red flags signal erosion problems, and how to effectively work with local and state inspectors. This class will also walk you through the planning and execution of erosion control in a subdivision. Instructor: DOE Certified Instructor, Alex Zimmerman

Instructors:

Alex Zimmerman

Class dates:

8:00 AM / 2020-12-04 - 2020-12-04

8:00 AM / 2020-12-11 - 2020-12-11

8:00 AM / 2021-01-14 - 2021-01-14

8:00 AM / 2021-02-18 - 2021-02-18

8:00 AM / 2021-03-11 - 2021-03-11

8:00 AM / 2021-04-22 - 2021-04-22

8:00 AM / 2021-05-20 - 2021-05-20

8:00 AM / 2021-06-04 - 2021-06-04

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Firms who knowingly or willingly violate the RRP Program requirements could result in penalties of up to $10,000 per day, per violation and/or face imprisonment. This 6-hour refresher training class, which is required every 5 years, is for individuals who have previously completed the Certified Lead Renovator Initial in compliance with the Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) rule. Your are required to renew every five years. If you renew through an online program, it’s every 3 years. The training will refresh RRP contractors in how to work safely in housing and child-occupied facilities with lead-based paint and to teach them how to comply with both EPA’s RRP Rule and the Washington State Department of Commerce’s Lead Safe Housing Rule. Participants will learn lead-safe work practices. Students will also review the information that was provided to them in the Initial Certified Lead Renovator class and be provided with current information regarding regulatory changes, changes in state-of-the-art work practices, as well as other changes to the RRP Certified Lead Renovator discipline. The training focuses on working safely with lead-based painted surfaces and topics include: regulations, testing for lead-based paint, review of set-up practices, review of prohibited practices, personal protective equipment, dust control, cleaning activities and checking your work, record keeping, training of non-certified renovators, review, and test. *Students are required to show documentation of initial certification. Bring your unexpired CLR card to class. If you cannot find your CLR card, you will need to contact the company who previously certified you to obtain a copy. All of this needs to be done prior to the class. Because this is a individual certification, it is required to obtain your personal home address and date-of-birth before class. If you show up to the class without your CLR card, you will not be able to attend the CLR Refresher and will still be held responsible for the class fee. However, if this a a combination class of the Initial and Refresher, with Instructor approval you may attend the CLR Initial and pay the difference between the two classes. You will need to have your photo taken at the class for your new card. BIA of Whatcom County ONLY will include lunch. Instructor: Northwest Independent Contractors Association

Instructors:

Dale Yerabek

Class dates:

8:00 AM / 2020-12-08 - 2020-12-08

8:00 AM / 2020-12-15 - 2020-12-15

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Firms who knowingly or willingly violate the RRP Program requirements could result in penalties of up to $10,000 per day, per violation and/or face imprisonment. Does your business involve the renovation, repair or painting of structures built before 1978? If so, there are federal regulations that took effect, April 22, 2010, which may prevent you from performing your work. Under the United States Environmental Protection Agencies Lead-Based Paint Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Program. Construction firms must apply for and receive EPA Certification to disturb paint as part of their work in pre-1978 housing and child-occupied facilities. In addition, all of these jobs must be supervised by Certified Renovators; specifically, individuals who have completed an EPA-accredited, full-day training course. The training course is required for any contractor that is involved in any activity that will - or has the potential to - disturb six square feet of lead-based paint in a room or 20 square feet on the exterior. The rule does not apply to minor maintenance or repair activities; however, window replacement is not considered minor maintenance or repair. We bring a blend of easy compliance, practical application, and real answers to your questions to this training. In addition to the EPA curriculum, we will provide you with valuable insights on how L&I views lead related work along with other free resources to help your company stay in compliance. Name, home address, and birth date are required at registration. Seating is limited so be sure to register as soon as you can. You are required to renew every five years. If you renew through an online program, it’s every 3 years. Instructor: Northwest Independent Contractors Association

Instructors:

Dale Yerabek

Class dates:

8:00 AM / 2020-12-08 - 2020-12-08

8:00 AM / 2020-12-15 - 2020-12-15

Description:

Do you need a Construction Stormwater General Permit from Ecology? If your project disturbs over an acre of land or is in a subdivision, you probably do. This permit states that all sites disturbing over an acre of land must have a Certified Erosion and Sediment Control Lead (CESCL). The CESCL is trained to inspect, install, and manage stormwater controls on your site. Ecology requires a CESCL to be on-call at all times, so most companies will need more than one employee trained as a CESCL. This certification is good for three years. Instructor: DOE Certified Instructor, Alex Zimmerman

Instructors:

Alex Zimmerman

Class dates:

8:00 AM / 2020-12-09 - 2020-12-10

8:00 AM / 2020-12-02 - 2020-12-03

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Please note: You will register and pay for this class through BIAW, then you will be sent a link via email to register for the meeting login information. The # 1 cause of death in the construction industry in Washington State continues to be falls from elevation. - Do your employees know how to use a full-body harness? - Have they been trained as a “competent person?” - Do your employees know at what height fall protection is required? Learn various fall protection systems, how to establish a controlled access zone, and safety monitoring systems. Hands-on demos of PPE and fall arrest systems are included. Note: A Fall Protection work plan is required anytime a fall hazard of 10ft. or more exists. These need to be completed by a Competent Person. Instructor: Travis Brock, Shield of Armor Safety

Instructors:

Travis Brock

Class dates:

8:00 AM / 2020-12-10 - 2020-12-10

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Is your Certified Erosion and Sediment Control Lead (CESCL) certification about to expire? The Department of Ecology requires a CESCL on all stormwater permitted construction sites over an acre and CESCL certifications must be renewed every three years with a one-day class. Designed for residential builders, BIAW's CESCL recertification class will answer builder questions, including what BMP's perform best on construction sites, how to keep those BMP's working, what red flags signal erosion problems, and how to effectively work with local and state inspectors. This class will also walk you through the planning and execution of erosion control in a subdivision. Instructor: DOE Certified Instructor, Alex Zimmerman

Instructors:

Alex Zimmerman

Class dates:

8:00 AM / 2020-12-11 - 2020-12-11

8:00 AM / 2020-12-04 - 2020-12-04

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Learn the significant changes from the last edition to the current edition (2018) of the International Residential Code, including Washington amendments, as well as the Plumbing, Fire and Mechanical Codes. This class will also include the recently adopted changes to the Washington Energy Code. These changes take effect February 1st, 2021, so don't miss your chance to take advantage of this great class at a remarkable price. Instructors - Jim Breidenbach, BIAW R.O.I.I.® Select Field Representative // Ted Clifton, Zero Energy Plans LLC and CVH, Inc // Jonathan Jones, HBA of Tri-Cities Director of Building Sciences // Diane Glenn, Construction Consultants of WA LLC

Instructors:

Jim Breidenbach

Class dates:

9:00 AM / 2020-12-16 - 2020-12-16

1:00 PM / 2021-01-14 - 2021-01-14

9:00 AM / 2021-01-19 - 2021-01-19

9:00 AM / 2021-01-27 - 2021-01-27

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Event hosted by Olympia Master Builders for their members. Please contact BIAW directly to register, 360-352-7800 ext. 106. This is a 2-hour long workshop that will highlight multiple practical pathways for compliance with the 2018 Building and Energy Code. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions about the pathways and get firsthand insight from energy raters with best-practice knowledge in green construction techniques. This class will be offered two times on November 17th. There will be an in-person option from 9-11am and a digital option via Zoom from 1-3pm. Attendance for both in-person and virtual sessions is limited to 20 participants, so we ask that only one person from each company sign up for the trainings. Instructors: Garen Thatcher and Kent Mitchell, Swiftsure Energy Services.

Instructors:

Team of Instructors

Class dates:

9:00 AM / 2020-12-17 - 2020-12-17

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Please note: Registrants for online classes will receive the meeting logins via email 1-2 days prior to the class date. You wouldn’t begin a remodel without plans, so why doesn’t your marketing have a plan? In this webinar, we explain how to create a marketing strategy that matches with where you’re taking your company, how to identify and understand your ideal clients (and projects!) so that you can focus your efforts on programs that will deliver results. Instructor: Ann Gusiff, Gusiff Marketing Group

Instructors:

Ann Gusiff

Class dates:

9:00 AM / 2021-01-07 - 2021-01-07

9:00 AM / 2021-08-03 - 2021-08-03

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Please note: Registrants for online classes will receive the meeting logins via email 1-2 days prior to the class date. To thrive in 2020, you need more than a solid reputation. In this seminar we go through all the elements of your online presence, demonstrating and explaining why it’s so much more than your website. By understanding the elements that go into it, you can take action to constantly improve it and beat the competition. Instructor: Ann Gusiff, Gusiff Marketing Group

Instructors:

Ann Gusiff

Class dates:

2:00 PM / 2021-02-23 - 2021-02-23

Description:

Online CESCL Info: You will receive the online class meeting info and a book link the day before the start of class. It will be sent to the email you use during registration. To receive your CESCL card and credit for the class, you must sign in for the fully scheduled class time and complete the test at the end. Do you need a Construction Stormwater General Permit from Ecology? If your project disturbs over an acre of land or is in a subdivision, you probably do. This permit states that all sites disturbing over an acre of land must have a Certified Erosion and Sediment Control Lead (CESCL). The CESCL is trained to inspect, install, and manage stormwater controls on your site. Ecology requires a CESCL to be on-call at all times, so most companies will need more than one employee trained as a CESCL. This certification is good for three years. Instructor: DOE Certified Instructor, Alex Zimmerman

Instructors:

Alex Zimmerman

Class dates:

8:00 AM / 2021-03-09 - 2021-03-10

8:00 AM / 2021-02-16 - 2021-02-17

8:00 AM / 2021-01-12 - 2021-01-13

8:00 AM / 2020-12-09 - 2020-12-10

8:00 AM / 2020-12-02 - 2020-12-03

8:00 AM / 2021-04-20 - 2021-04-21

8:00 AM / 2021-06-02 - 2021-06-03

8:00 AM / 2021-05-18 - 2021-05-19

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Please note: Registrants for online classes will receive the meeting logins via email 1-2 days prior to the class date. Everyone’s spending money on marketing at some level, but few take the time to create and live by a budget. Did you ever consider that association membership should be considered marketing? How do you account for staff time dedicated to managing marketing programs? We’ll go through what expenses you should track in your budget so you can make better decisions. Come away with the tools to DIY and make the most of what you spend on marketing. Instructor: Ann Gusiff, Gusiff Marketing Group

Instructors:

Ann Gusiff

Class dates:

2:00 PM / 2021-03-18 - 2021-03-18

Description:

Note: You will receive the class log-in information 1-2 days prior to the class date. The purpose of this class is to explain how Google My Business works for builders and remodelers and share concrete ways that companies can make the most of this free tool. When complete and optimized, a Google My Business profile will boost a company’s ranking in search results. Google My Business is the #1 SEO tool for small business today – and it’s free. In this class, Ann Gusiff will share the elements of a complete Google My Business profile and provide a checklist to make it easy. But, Google My Business isn’t just for boosting your SEO. Did you know that your profile is like a mini-website? Google has added features that make it possible for people to find all the information they think they’re looking for without leaving Google. That’s why you need to consider that your listing should attract your ideal clients, just like your website, with content that demonstrates what sets you apart. Ann will show you what content to add to make the most impact and bring people along to make contact with you. Learning objectives - You’ll come away knowing: • What to do to complete your Google My Business listing so that you show up more in search results • How to create a Google My Business routine that makes it simple to regularly add content and optimize your profile • How to make the most of your listing to actually get prospects interested enough to make contact and start a conversation. Instructor: Ann Gusiff, Marketing Coach at Gusiff Marketing

Instructors:

Ann Gusiff

Class dates:

9:00 AM / 2021-04-13 - 2021-04-13

Description:

Please note: Registrants for online classes will receive the meeting logins via email 1-2 days prior to the class date. 80% of consumers believe online reviews and testimonials as much as a reference of a friend. What people say about your work, your company and your staff remains online, good or bad. The smartest companies take reviews seriously and leverage what satisfied clients have to say. Instructor: Ann Gusiff, Gusiff Marketing Group

Instructors:

Ann Gusiff

Class dates:

9:00 AM / 2021-05-13 - 2021-05-13

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Please note: Registrants for online classes will receive the meeting logins via email 1-2 days prior to the class date. Creating marketing videos is more DIY and affordable than ever. Learn the most effective types of video for remodelers and which fit with your needs and goals. Instructor: Ann Gusiff, Gusiff Marketing Group

Instructors:

Ann Gusiff

Class dates:

2:00 PM / 2021-06-22 - 2021-06-22

Description:

Please note: Registrants for online classes will receive the meeting logins via email 1-2 days prior to the class date. It’s so easy to ignore your website like most small companies do. In this session Ann breaks shares the elements that every remodeler’s website needs to have. Attendees will come away knowing what they can do to improve their current site or if it’s time to bite the bullet and get a new one. Instructor: Ann Gusiff, Gusiff Marketing Group

Instructors:

Ann Gusiff

Class dates:

2:00 PM / 2021-07-08 - 2021-07-08