Education Archive

The LCCA holds classes in partnership with the BIAW Education Program including required certifications for various trades. We also hold additional classes upon request, and can schedule most of our past classes again. We offer classes covering legal topics, safety, First Aid & CPR, and more upon request.
See our current classes on our Upcoming Education Classes page.

CPR & First Aid Training

The LCCA is holds CPR & First Aid Training Classes on a regular basis. Please contact us for the next available class if you need CPR & First Aid Certification.

EPA Certified Lead Renovator Training

EPA Lead Renovator Class PostcardNovember 8th, 2018

Anyone disturbing more than 6 sq. ft. (interior) & 20 sq. ft. (exterior) of lead-based paint must get the training. Including; Home Improvement/Renovation Contractors, Remodelers/Carpenters, Painters, Plumbers, Electricians, Maintenance Personnel, Residential Property Managers/Owners, Workers Removing or Modifying Painted Surfaces. Activities that are subject to the RRP Program: Remodeling and Repair/Maintenance, Electrical Work, Plumbing, Painting, Carpentry and Siding/Window Replacement! To become a Certified Renovator, you must have someone from your firm take an 8-hour course with a hands-on component. Your firm must then apply for Certification with the Department of Commerce as a Firm (company) and pay a $25 fee directly to the State of Washington (not included in the cost of the class).

REGISTER NOW FOR Initial Certification or Refresher Training.

Flagger Certification

August 22, 2018, 8am-4pm

$75 Members, $100 Non-Members

Learn professional flagging techniques and proper work zone set-up in accordance with standards and guidelines of the Federal Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.

Upon successful completions you will receive your Flagger Certification valid for 3 years.

Forklift Safety Training & Certification

2018 Forklift Training PostcardInstructor: Travis Brock, ASP CHST, Shield of Armor Safety
August 9, 2018 12:30 pm – 5:30 pm

Do your employees operate a Powered Industrial Truck, better known as a fork lift? We can help lift your firm to success by offering a qualified level fork-lift operator course. Your employees will be trained on the following different Classes of Powered Industrial Trucks: 1, 3, 4, 5 & 7. We will provide classroom training for these types of lifts and a practical evaluation tool to be used at your convenience.

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Confined Space Training

Competent Person Training Class PostcardMay 10th, 2018, 1:00pm – 5:00pm
Member $125, Non-Member $175
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Instructor: Travis Brock, Shield of Armor Safety & Risk Management

Do your employees enter confined spaces? Do you know the definition of what a Confined Space is? All employers who have employees enter these types of spaces are required to provide training for their employees. These spaces are items such as:

– Utility Vaults
– Trenches
– Sewers/Manholes
– Silos
– Process Vessels
– Hoppers
– Pits
– Ductwork
– Piping Systems

Note: Confined Space accidents are one of the most common fatality accidents in construction. Attend this course to identify common mistakes and the role of the attendant, entrant and supervisor.

Paid Sick Leave Workshop

January Sick Leave Workshop Postcard

January 24, 2018 11AM Presentation, 12PM Lunch 
Instructor: Nicole M. Tideman; Walstead Mertsching
Initiative 1433 created a mandatory paid sick and safe leave requirement for all employers that went into effect January 1, 2018.
The instructor will discuss a variety of options you have available to comply with the new law.
Join the LCCA on Wednesday January 24th at 11 AM to learn more about your requirements as employers regarding the paid sick leave law.

Fundamentals of Bids & Contracts

November Class PostcardInstructor: Frank Randolph & Ryan Busby; Walstead Mertsching
November 9
This class will address the fundamentals for small contracts ($20,000 and less). The instructors will review the formation of a construction contract and the ability to enforce it; define key terms, provisions and implied terms to protect contractors in the event of future litigation; and discuss warranties, performance and remedies.

“Is Cowlitz PUD Work Good for Your Business?”

October Class PostcardInstructor: Colleen Neel, Energy Efficiency Specialist, Cowlitz PUD
October 12
Covers information on the various PUD programs that require Qualified and Courtesy contractors, the requirements for those contractors (insurance, licensing, certifications), and expectations from the PUD. We will discuss training opportunities, workload, and current challenges.

Forklift Training & Certification Course

Forklift Training PostcardForklift Safety Training & Certification

Instructor: Travis Brock, ASP CHST, Shield of Armor Safety
October 25, 2017 from 8:30 am – 12:30 pm

Do your employees operate a Powered Industrial Truck, better known as a fork lift? We can help lift your firm to success by offering a qualified level fork-lift operator course. Your employees will be trained on the following different Classes of Powered Industrial Trucks: 1, 3, 4, 5 & 7. We will provide classroom training for these types of lifts and a practical evaluation tool to be used at your convenience.

Register Online or Register by Mail

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You’re Invited to our Education Series

2016 Class Series Postcard UpdateYou’re invited to a series of educational classes for contractors covering a variety of topics related to business in the construction industry. These six classes will be offered monthly, on the 2nd Wednesday of the month from October through March. Brought to you by the Lower Columbia Contractors Association, Cowlitz County PUD and Walstead Mertsching.
Details on the classes can be found on our education page: www.lcca.net/education