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SUMMARY:ULC-S-537 Verification of Fire Alarm System
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Mark Steane of Certi-Fire \nThis webinar covers the CAN/ULC-S537: Verification of Fire Alarm Systems standard\, which prescribes detailed inspection and testing procedures to ensure fire alarm systems are installed correctly\, fully functional\, and in accordance with their design and the CAN/ULC-S524 installation standard. Attendees will learn how proper verification validates system reliability\, supports occupancy approvals\, mitigates safety risks\, and provides the documentation required by authorities having jurisdiction and insurance providers. \nThe session runs for 3 hours\, including a Q&A session. All modules will be available online\, with recordings accessible to registered attendees. \nWho should attend? \nMembers who have previously done Certi-Fire\, are currently doing\, or are enrolled to do it in the winter term. \n📅 WHEN: March 5\, 2026 | 🕘 6 pM – 9 PM (EST) \n📍WHERE: Online on Zoom \n💵 COST: FREE for members \n🔗 REGISTER HERE \n 
URL:https://www.ecao.org/event-calendar/ulc-s-537-verification-of-fire-alarm-system-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260312T100000
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SUMMARY:Why\, When\, and How to Conduct Workplace Investigations (Hybrid Course)
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Zaheer Lakhani\, Employment Lawyer \nHandling workplace conflict\, harassment\, or bullying allegations can be challenging. This session will equip participants with the knowledge and confidence to properly respond to and investigate complaints while minimizing risk. \nBy the end of this course\, participants will be able to: \n\nRecognize situations that require a formal workplace investigation.\nKnow when to bring in a 3rd party or external investigator.\nFollow practical steps to manage complaints and conduct investigations.\nUnderstand the Ministry of Labour’s recommended practices.\nMaintain confidentiality\, gather facts\, assess credibility\, and prepare reports effectively.\nIdentify the risks of mishandling or neglecting an investigation.\nEnsure compliance with the Ontario Human Rights Code\, Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA)\, and internal policies.\n\n\n👥 Ideal Audience: General forepersons\, supervisors\, and managers. \n📅 WHEN: March 12\, 2026 | 🕙 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM \n📍 WHERE: ECAO Office (Etobicoke) and Virtual on Zoom \n💵 COST: $99 incl. tax (includes session materials\, parking & meal for in-person attendees) \n\nCourse Format\nThis hybrid training offers flexible participation — attend in person at the ECAO office or join virtually via Zoom. \nAbout the Presenter\nZaheer Lakhani is a trusted employment lawyer with extensive experience in workplace harassment and bullying investigations. His deep understanding of Ontario’s Human Rights Code and OHSA helps organizations conduct thorough\, compliant investigations. Known for his engaging style and practical\, case-based approach\, Zaheer bridges legal knowledge with real-world application for effective results. \nNeed to Know:\n✔ Payment: Invoice | Online (via PayPal)\n✔ Cancellation: Full refund (4+ weeks)\, 50% (2–4 weeks)\, no refund (<10 days). Substitutions allowed.\n♿ Accessibility | ❓Questions? Contact: Témoc Vega\, Learning & Development Coordinator – tvega@ecao.org \nLimited spots – Act fast! \n🔗Register here today!
URL:https://www.ecao.org/event-calendar/why-when-and-how-to-conduct-workplace-investigations-hybrid-course/
LOCATION:ECAO Office\, 10 Carlson Crt\, Suite- 300\, Toronto\, ON\, M9W 6L2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-Person Training,Virtual Training,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260318T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260318T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074735
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SUMMARY:Electrical Safety in the Workplace – Understanding Z462:24 (Arc Flash)
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) – Eligible for 0.7 CEU credits​ \nStrengthen your organization’s electrical safety culture in one intensive day. This in-person course walks participants through the key clauses of CSA Z462:24\, the Workplace Electrical Safety Standard\, so they can recognize electrical hazards\, establish electrically safe work conditions\, and apply safe work practices around energized equipment. Tailored for supervisors\, safety professionals\, electricians\, engineers\, and anyone working with or around electrical systems\, the training focuses on practical\, real-world application of the standard.​ \nBy the end of this course\, participants will be able to: \n\nExplain the role and importance of the CSA Z462:24 standard and how it supports a safer workplace.​\nDescribe general requirements for electrical safety-related work practices\, procedures\, and maintenance.​\nEstablish electrically safe work conditions and apply safety requirements for work involving electrical hazards and special equipment.​\n\n👥 Ideal Audience: Supervisors and management responsible for overseeing electrical work; occupational health and safety personnel; electricians\, equipment operators\, engineers\, and maintenance personnel who work on or around energized electrical systems or equipment. \n\n​📅 WHEN: March 18\, 2026 | 🕣 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM ​\n📍 WHERE: ECAO Office (Classroom\, in-person)​\n💵 COST: $299 incl. tax (value of $1014.74\, discounted by over 70%; includes materials\, parking\, and meals) \n\nCourse Format: This in-person training takes place at the ECAO Office (Classroom).​  \nNeed to Know:\n✔ Bring: Copy of CSA Z462:24 Workplace electrical safety (strongly recommended for in-class activities and discussions); pen\, pencil\, highlighter.​\n✔ Payment: Invoice or credit card or debit (via PayPal)​\n✔ Cancellation: Full refund (4+ weeks)\, 50% (2–4 weeks)\, no refund (<10 days). Substitutions allowed.​\n♿ Accessibility | ❓Questions? Contact: Témoc Vega – tvega@ecao.org ​ \nLimited spots – Act fast!​\n🔗 Register here today!​
URL:https://www.ecao.org/event-calendar/electrical-safety-in-the-workplace-understanding-z46224-arc-flash/
LOCATION:ECAO Office\, 10 Carlson Crt\, Suite- 300\, Toronto\, ON\, M9W 6L2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-Person Training
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260324T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074735
CREATED:20260210T183258Z
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SUMMARY:Project Delivery Systems and the Changing Role of Electrical Contractors\, Including Integrated Lean Project Delivery
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Awad S. Hanna\, Ph.D.\, P.E. NAC – Professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison & President of Hanna Consulting Group \nFor construction projects to get off on the right track\, it is important for project participants to select the right project delivery system. This full-day seminar evaluates the full spectrum of construction delivery methods—from traditional design-bid-build to the emerging Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) system—and demonstrates how electrical contractors are adapting their business models to thrive in this collaborative environment. \nIntegrated Project Delivery (IPD) is an emerging construction project delivery system that collaboratively involves key participants\, including electrical contractors\, very early in the project timeline—often before design begins. It is distinguished by multiparty contractual agreements that share risks and rewards among stakeholders. This seminar fills that critical knowledge gap by comparing IPD project performance against traditional design-bid-build\, design-build\, and construction management at-risk systems\, while highlighting the strategic shifts electrical contractors must make to succeed. \nBy the end of this course\, participants will be able to: \n\nUnderstand the key differences between design-bid-build\, design-build\, construction management\, and integrated project delivery systems\nRecognize how Lean principles transform project delivery and team collaboration\nApply the five Big Ideas of Integrated Lean Delivery: collaborate\, increase relatedness\, view projects as networks of commitment\, optimize the whole project\, and tightly couple action with learning\nCompare performance metrics and outcomes across different delivery systems\nIdentify the new operational and contractual requirements for electrical contractors in IPD environments\nImplement Lean tools such as Last Planner and Just-in-Time Design (JID)\nDevelop strategies to evolve your company’s business model for IPD success\n\n\n👥 Ideal Audience: Project managers\, construction leaders\, and decision-makers evaluating delivery system options. \n📅 WHEN: March 24\, 2026 | 🕙 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM \n📍 WHERE: In-person at the ECAO Office \n💵 COST: 1099 + incl. tax (includes session materials\, food and beverages\, and parking) \n\nAbout the Presenter: Dr. Awad Hanna is a professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and president of Hanna Consulting Group. With over 30 years of industry-funded productivity research and 35 published books on productivity and management for U.S. and Canadian trade associations\, Dr. Hanna provides foremen with evidence-based strategies and practical tools proven in the field. \nCourse Format: This full-day\, in-person training combines presentation\, discussion\, and practical examples. \nNeed to Know: \n✔ Payment: Online via Paypal or Invoice\n✔ Cancellation: Full refund (4+ weeks)\, 50% (2–4 weeks)\, no refund (<10 days). Substitutions allowed.\n♿ Accessibility | ❓Questions? Contact: Témoc Vega\, Learning & Development Coordinator – tvega@ecao.org \nLimited spots – Act fast! \n🔗 Register here today!
URL:https://www.ecao.org/event-calendar/project-delivery-systems-and-the-changing-role-of-electrical-contractors-including-integrated-lean-project-delivery/
LOCATION:ECAO Office\, 10 Carlson Crt\, Suite- 300\, Toronto\, ON\, M9W 6L2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-Person Training
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260325T163000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T162928Z
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SUMMARY:Project Tracking to Improve Labour Productivity: An Earned Value Approach
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Awad S. Hanna\, Ph.D.\, P.E. NAC – Professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison & President of Hanna Consulting Group \nTo successfully manage a project\, contractors need to know when and where job staffing-hours are deviating. This full-day seminar presents the fundamentals of Earned Value Analysis (EVA) and how it can be used to develop humanpower loading charts\, track and measure percent complete\, predict job outcomes as early as 20% complete\, and compare performance to industry benchmarks. The seminar also demonstrates a comprehensive job-tracking system based on staff-hour tracking\, plus a simplified yet accurate system for small and medium-sized contractors\, with real-life examples of good and bad jobs\, early warning signs\, and corrective actions. \nBy the end of this course\, participants will be able to: \n\nDevelop manpower loading charts and optimize job manning for efficiency and productivity\nTrack job progress using humanpower loading charts (base vs. earned vs. actual)\nAccurately measure percent complete at any time using earned value concepts\nBenchmark productivity indicators\, including optimum percent complete and staffing-hours during build-up\, peak\, and run-down stages\nDetect early warning signs of project distress as early as 20% complete\nEstimate total hours at completion based on early performance data\nImplement comprehensive job tracking systems for medium/large contractors and simplified systems for small contractors\nPresent requests for extra payment using humanpower loading charts\nRecognize characteristics of normal jobs and trends leading to poor performance\n\n\n👥 Ideal Audience: Project managers\, estimators\, forepersons\, and contractors focused on improving labour productivity. \n📅 WHEN: March 25\, 2026 | 🕙 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM \n📍 WHERE: In-person at the ECAO Office \n💵 COST: $1099 + incl. tax (includes session materials\, food and beverages\, and parking) \n\nAbout the Presenter: Dr. Awad Hanna is a professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and president of Hanna Consulting Group. With over 30 years of industry-funded productivity research and 35 published books on productivity and management for U.S. and Canadian trade associations\, Dr. Hanna provides foremen with evidence-based strategies and practical tools proven in the field. \nCourse Format: This full-day\, in-person training combines presentation\, discussion\, and practical examples. \nNeed to Know:\n✔ Payment: Online via PayPal or Invoice\n✔ Cancellation: Full refund (4+ weeks)\, 50% (2–4 weeks)\, no refund (<10 days). Substitutions allowed.\n♿ Accessibility | ❓Questions? Contact: Témoc Vega\, Learning & Development Coordinator – tvega@ecao.org \nLimited spots – Act fast! \n🔗 Register here today!
URL:https://www.ecao.org/event-calendar/project-tracking-to-improve-labour-productivity-an-earned-value-approach/
LOCATION:ECAO Office\, 10 Carlson Crt\, Suite- 300\, Toronto\, ON\, M9W 6L2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-Person Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260326T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260326T163000
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SUMMARY:The Top Habits of High-Performing Forepersons
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Awad S. Hanna\, Ph.D.\, P.E. NAC – Professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison & President of Hanna Consulting Group \nForemen are the drivers of project success. An effective\, high-performing foreman is a company’s most valuable asset\, with their leadership and ability to manage cost\, schedule\, safety\, and quality setting the tone for project success. High-performing foremen stand out because of key traits that distinguish them from average performers. This course offers an in-depth look at the top habits of the most effective forepersons\, led by Dr. Awad Hanna. \nBy the end of this course\, participants will be able to: \n\nUnderstand crew behaviour and communicate the rules of the game using the 10-80-10 Rule\n\nControl the daily 160 minutes of waste (sources and solutions) and optimize TIME (Tools\, Information\, Materials\, Environment)\n\n\nParticipate effectively in turnover meetings\, including what foremen need from estimators and manpower loading curve development\nPrepare and manage two-week look-ahead schedules\, including key elements\, standard forms\, and Percent Promise Complete (PPC) measurement\nKeep accurate daily logs and tracking records for base contract work\, goals\, variations\, and additional work\nConduct daily huddles with clear task setup (Who\, What\, Where\, When\, How)\, using pre-task planning sheets and goal-setting\nImplement effective materials handling using the Golden Triangle\, Four Crew Concept\, and materials management plans\nSet short-term\, achievable production goals using the 30-30 Rule\, 10-10 Rule\, and earned value tracking\nManage change orders and time & material tickets using standard T&M ticket forms\nIdentify the riskiest operations and implement corrective safety actions\n\n\n👥 Ideal Audience: Foremen\, supervisors\, project managers\, and construction leaders seeking to develop high-performing team habits. \n📅 WHEN: March 26\, 2026 | 🕙 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM \n📍 WHERE: In-person at the ECAO Office \n💵 COST: $1099 + incl. tax (includes session materials\, food and beverages\, and parking) \n\nAbout the Presenter: Dr. Awad Hanna is a professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and president of Hanna Consulting Group. With over 30 years of industry-funded productivity research and 35 published books on productivity and management for U.S. and Canadian trade associations\, Dr. Hanna provides foremen with evidence-based strategies and practical tools proven in the field. \nCourse Format: This full-day\, in-person training combines presentation\, discussion\, and practical examples to help foremen develop the habits and strategies of high performers. \nNeed to Know:\n✔ Payment: Online via PayPal or Invoice\n✔ Cancellation: Full refund (4+ weeks)\, 50% (2–4 weeks)\, no refund (<10 days). Substitutions allowed.\n♿ Accessibility | ❓Questions? Contact: Témoc Vega\, Learning & Development Coordinator – tvega@ecao.org \nLimited spots – Act fast! \n🔗 Register here today!
URL:https://www.ecao.org/event-calendar/the-top-habits-of-high-performing-forepersons/
LOCATION:ECAO Office\, 10 Carlson Crt\, Suite- 300\, Toronto\, ON\, M9W 6L2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-Person Training
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260326T210000
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SUMMARY:ULC-S-536 Test and Inspection of Fire Alarm Systems
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Mark Steane of Certi-Fire \nThis webinar focuses on the CAN/ULC-S536: Inspection and Testing of Fire Alarm Systems standard\, which sets the requirements for the periodic inspection\, functional testing\, and documentation of fire alarm systems to ensure ongoing reliability and compliance. Participants will learn about current inspection frequencies\, procedures for verifying all system components\, and the importance of accurate documentation under national and provincial fire codes. \nThe session runs for 3 hours\, including a Q&A session. All modules will be available online\, with recordings accessible to registered attendees. \nWho should attend? \nMembers who have previously done Certi-Fire\, are currently doing\, or are enrolled to do it in the winter term. \n📅 WHEN: March 26\, 2026 | 🕘 6 PM – 9 PM (EST) \n📍WHERE: Online on Zoom \n💵 COST: FREE for members \n🔗 REGISTER HERE \n 
URL:https://www.ecao.org/event-calendar/ulc-s-536-test-and-inspection-of-fire-alarm-systems-3/
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