Training Calendar

Upcoming Classes: June 26, 2026 at 7AM-3:30PM July 17, 2026 at 7AM-3:30PM Class Description: This 8-hour course covers the hazards related to working around asbestos-containing transite pipe. Topics covered include transite pipe use and identification; health effects of asbestos; EPA and OSHA regulations related to medical monitoring and surveillance; worker rights and protections; PPE; EPA classifications of asbestos work; and site safety. This course does not cover procedures related to the abatement of asbestos-containing material (See Asbestos Worker course description). Transite Pipe Hazard Awareness Sign Up This training is for union members only. Please fill out this form to reserve your place in this class. As classes have a limited class sizes, we will email or call you back to confirm your place. You can also reach out to us at (775) 343-0171 or laborerstraining@local169.com.

Upcoming Classes: August 19, 2026 at 5PM-9PM Class Description: This 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. NDOT Flagger Sign Up This training is for union members only. Please fill out this form to reserve your place in this class. As classes have a limited class sizes, we will email or call you back to confirm your place. You can also reach out to us at (775) 343-0171 or laborerstraining@local169.com.

Upcoming Classes: August 10-11, 2026 at 7AM-3:30PM August 20-21, 2026 at 7AM-3:30PM August 31-September 1, 2026 at 7AM-3:30PM September 28-29, 2026 at 7AM-3:30PM Class Description: This 16-hour class covers methods of cutting with an oxy-acetylene torch and the safety precautions and practices that must be taken. Topics include properties of flammable gases; using oxygen safely; fire extinguishers and their use; oxy-acetylene torch system components; setting up the system for cutting; operating an oxy-acetylene torch safely and effectively; storing the system; and additional types of fuel. Acetylene Torch Cutting Sign Up This training is for union members only. Please fill out this form to reserve your place in this class. As classes have a limited class sizes, we will email or call you back to confirm your place. You can also reach out to us at (775) 343-0171 or laborerstraining@local169.com.

Upcoming Classes: August 3-7, 2026 at 7AM-3:30PM Class Description: This 40-hour class covers common hazards in construction and tools of the trade. Topics include lead action level; back injury prevention; basic construction math; hearing protection; NDOT Flagger; aerial lifts; and hazard communication/GHS. Hands-on activities will be included. General Construction Part 3 Sign Up This training is for union members only. Please fill out this form to reserve your place in this class. As classes have a limited class sizes, we will email or call you back to confirm your place. You can also reach out to us at (775) 343-0171 or laborerstraining@local169.com.

Upcoming Classes: July 27-31, 2026 at 7AM-3:30PM Class Description: This 40-hour course focuses on the work related to structural concrete in bridges and buildings and will include classroom sessions and hands-on activities including use of forming systems and hardware; job-built forms; form building and setting; estimating concrete quantities; placement and consolidation of concrete; and form stripping, cleaning and storage. Structural Concrete Sign Up This training is for union members only. Please fill out this form to reserve your place in this class. As classes have a limited class sizes, we will email or call you back to confirm your place. You can also reach out to us at (775) 343-0171 or laborerstraining@local169.com.

Upcoming Classes: August 14, 2026 at 7AM-3:30PM September 25, 2026 at 7AM-3:30PM Class Description: The course provides an awareness of the causes for secondary infection, the importance of infection control, and procedures for properly conducting construction activities within an occupied facility and health care facility. ICRA Awareness Sign Up This training is for union members only. Please fill out this form to reserve your place in this class. As classes have a limited class sizes, we will email or call you back to confirm your place. You can also reach out to us at (775) 343-0171 or laborerstraining@local169.com.

Solar Racking Installation Upcoming Classes: August 5-7, 2026 at 7AM-3:30PM August 17-19, 2026 at 7AM-3:30PM September 8-10, 2026 at 7AM-3:30PM September 21-23, 2026 at 7AM-3:30PM September 30-October 2, 2026 at 7AM-3:30PM Class Description: This 24-hour course introduces participants to assembling the racking used to carry the photovoltaic modules that power solar farms. Topics include the purpose and identification of various racking components, what they are, and how they are assembled. course covers the operation and maintenance procedures of a Vermer PD10R solar pile driver in a production environment. Hazards of operation and necessary safety precautions will be discussed and practiced. Hands-on activities include will involve handling the various racking components and building the racking system. Safety considerations will be reviewed and incorporated during hands-on activities.* Personal Protective Equipment Required. Solar Racking Installation This training is for union members only. Please fill out this form to reserve your place in this class. As classes have a limited class sizes, we will email or call you back to confirm your place. You can also reach out to us at (775) 343-0171 or laborerstraining@local169.com.