BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//jEvents 2.0 for Joomla//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:STANDARD DTSTART:20241103T010000 RDATE:20250309T030000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:America/New_York EST END:STANDARD BEGIN:STANDARD DTSTART:20251102T010000 RDATE:20260308T030000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:America/New_York EST END:STANDARD BEGIN:STANDARD DTSTART:20261101T010000 RDATE:20270314T030000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:America/New_York EST END:STANDARD BEGIN:STANDARD DTSTART:20271107T010000 RDATE:20280312T030000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:America/New_York EST END:STANDARD BEGIN:STANDARD DTSTART:20281105T010000 RDATE:20290311T030000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:America/New_York EST END:STANDARD BEGIN:STANDARD DTSTART:20291104T010000 RDATE:20300310T030000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:America/New_York EST END:STANDARD BEGIN:STANDARD DTSTART:20301103T010000 RDATE:20310309T030000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:America/New_York EST END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT DTSTART:20240921T090000 RDATE:20241103T010000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:America/New_York EDT END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:DAYLIGHT DTSTART:20250309T030000 RDATE:20251102T010000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:America/New_York EDT END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:DAYLIGHT DTSTART:20260308T030000 RDATE:20261101T010000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:America/New_York EDT END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:DAYLIGHT DTSTART:20270314T030000 RDATE:20271107T010000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:America/New_York EDT END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:DAYLIGHT DTSTART:20280312T030000 RDATE:20281105T010000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:America/New_York EDT END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:DAYLIGHT DTSTART:20290311T030000 RDATE:20291104T010000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:America/New_York EDT END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:DAYLIGHT DTSTART:20300310T030000 RDATE:20301103T010000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:America/New_York EDT END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT UID:f2732d2707cf7aac23a55b9a878421b0 CATEGORIES:At Syracuse CREATED:20250728T103512 SUMMARY:Boot Camp for Weatherization Installers LOCATION:NYSWDA Training Center - East Syracuse DESCRIPTION:

Boot Camp

Training Location: NYSWDA Training Center (Building 2) - 5869 Fisher Roa d, East Syracuse, NY 13057

Who Shoul d Attend;
Entry level field staff and wea therization contractors - see detailed below.

Course Descript ion;
This intensive 4-day training bas ed at NYSWDA's Energy Efficiency Training Center (Building 2) in East Syrac use, is a great introduction to building science principles and hands-on ai r sealing, dense pack and loose fill cellulose insulation installation. Usi ng our state-of-the-art realistic wall, ceiling and attic props, trainees w ill learn the techniques needed to effectively weatherize our clients' home s.

During this course, the trai nees will be introduced to both HCR and BPI standards and regulations on He alth & Safety, Lead Safe work practices and safe and proper use of tool s and equipment. Trainees will also become proficient on the set up of blow er doors and understand basic use of an infrared camera during air sealing operations.

~~All three HCR mandatory trainings are covered in this course:~~

~~Air Sealing - mandatory for WX directors, energy audito rs, post inspectors, crew chiefs and crew personnel~~
~~Health & Safety - mandatory for WX directors, energy auditors, post inspectors, crew chiefs and heating technicians~~

~~Lead Safe Weatherization - mandatory for all employees who may com e in contact with lead based paint while performing their duties~~

Please reference the WAP Policies and Procedures manual for further details. The above-listed trainings are mandatory for th e positions stated. If a subgrantee hires a new employee into one of these postions, or a current employee transfers into one of these positions, it i s mandatory that they receive this training within six (6) months of their start date. These mandatory training sessions must be repeated every three (3) years by subgrantee personnel who occupy these positions.

Agenda;
Day One

9AM-9:20 Lunch Orders and intro’s
~~9:20AM 10:15 Health and safety presentation u ntil worst case~~
10:15AM-10:30AM Break
10:30AM -Noon- Split group into 2 gr oups to conduct worst case depressurization and combustion safety testing i n pressure house. One group to do blower door set up with hoses and manomet er.
Noon-1PM Lunch
1PM-4PM Remainer of health and safety power point

~~Day Two~~

9AM to 10:15AM LSW power points
10: 15am-10:30AM Break
10:30AM-noon LSW power points and videos
12PM-1PM Lunch
1PM-2:30 PM LSW power points a nd videos and lead safe test
2:30-4PM LSW hands on activities including Making of an I door, Vertical enclosure and PPE and showing of the positive pressure system

~~Day Three~~

9AM-10:15 AM (Finish, if necessary any material not covered from Day 1)
10:15-10:30AM Break
10:30- 12:00 PM A ir sealing presentation
12;00PM-1PM Lunch break
1PM-4PM Air sealing hands on activities group will be split into two. Ball oon framed wall discussion and techniques and drill wall. Group 2 will work on the balloon frame wall and the rim joist spray foam.

Day Four
9AM- 10:30AM Finish up any rema ining Power points
10:30AM- 12PM Hand s on activities to include recessed light enclosure chimney air sealing and Insulation lab presentation
12PM-1PM Lunch
1PM-2:30PM Switch groups and r epeat the above material
2:30PM-3:15P M questions/ graduation and dismissal

Dates;
Course covers the dates of Sep tember 22-25, 2025
Start Times: ALL DAYS - 9:00am End Times: ALL DAYS 4:00pm

Other Notes:
Due to th e nature of the training, all attendees will be required to sign a waiver o f liability and a photo/video release form at the start of the training.

Prerequisites: None

Class Size: 10

BPI CEU: 16

Instructors:, Joe Ilacqua, NYSWDA

Course Fees;

$950/person - NY Weatherization Sub-grantees

$950/person - affiliate members

$1, 450/person - non-members

Lunches are included for each day.

**Special note - if you wish to become an Affil iate Member, and save off the non-member rate, please contact Kar en McMahon (315-701-0440 ext. 223, This email address is being protected from spambots. Y ou need JavaScript enabled to view it.) BEFORE YOU REGIS TER for the course.

NYSWDA will n ot be responsible for hotel costs, travel to and from the training, breakfa st and dinner meals, or incidentals.

Click here to register

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Boot Camp

Training Location: NYSWDA Training Center (Building 2) - 5869 Fisher Roa d, East Syracuse, NY 13057

Who Shoul d Attend;
Entry level field staff and wea therization contractors - see detailed below.

Course Descript ion;
This intensive 4-day training bas ed at NYSWDA's Energy Efficiency Training Center (Building 2) in East Syrac use, is a great introduction to building science principles and hands-on ai r sealing, dense pack and loose fill cellulose insulation installation. Usi ng our state-of-the-art realistic wall, ceiling and attic props, trainees w ill learn the techniques needed to effectively weatherize our clients' home s.
During this course, the trai nees will be introduced to both HCR and BPI standards and regulations on He alth & Safety, Lead Safe work practices and safe and proper use of tool s and equipment. Trainees will also become proficient on the set up of blow er doors and understand basic use of an infrared camera during air sealing operations.

~~All three HCR mandatory trainings are covered in this course:~~
~~Air Sealing - mandatory for WX directors, energy audito rs, post inspectors, crew chiefs and crew personnel~~
~~Health & Safety - mandatory for WX directors, energy auditors, post inspectors, crew chiefs and heating technicians~~

~~Lead Safe Weatherization - mandatory for all employees who may com e in contact with lead based paint while performing their duties~~

Please reference the WAP Policies and Procedures manual for further details. The above-listed trainings are mandatory for th e positions stated. If a subgrantee hires a new employee into one of these postions, or a current employee transfers into one of these positions, it i s mandatory that they receive this training within six (6) months of their start date. These mandatory training sessions must be repeated every three (3) years by subgrantee personnel who occupy these positions.

Agenda;
Day One
9AM-9:20 Lunch Orders and intro’s
~~9:20AM 10:15 Health and safety presentation u ntil worst case~~
10:15AM-10:30AM Break
10:30AM -Noon- Split group into 2 gr oups to conduct worst case depressurization and combustion safety testing i n pressure house. One group to do blower door set up with hoses and manomet er.
Noon-1PM Lunch
1PM-4PM Remainer of health and safety power point

~~Day Two~~
9AM to 10:15AM LSW power points
10: 15am-10:30AM Break
10:30AM-noon LSW power points and videos
12PM-1PM Lunch
1PM-2:30 PM LSW power points a nd videos and lead safe test
2:30-4PM LSW hands on activities including Making of an I door, Vertical enclosure and PPE and showing of the positive pressure system

~~Day Three~~
9AM-10:15 AM (Finish, if necessary any material not covered from Day 1)
10:15-10:30AM Break
10:30- 12:00 PM A ir sealing presentation
12;00PM-1PM Lunch break
1PM-4PM Air sealing hands on activities group will be split into two. Ball oon framed wall discussion and techniques and drill wall. Group 2 will work on the balloon frame wall and the rim joist spray foam.

Day Four
9AM- 10:30AM Finish up any rema ining Power points
10:30AM- 12PM Hand s on activities to include recessed light enclosure chimney air sealing and Insulation lab presentation
12PM-1PM Lunch
1PM-2:30PM Switch groups and r epeat the above material
2:30PM-3:15P M questions/ graduation and dismissal

Dates;
Course covers the dates of Sep tember 22-25, 2025
Start Times: ALL DAYS - 9:00am End Times: ALL DAYS 4:00pm

Other Notes:
Due to th e nature of the training, all attendees will be required to sign a waiver o f liability and a photo/video release form at the start of the training.

Prerequisites: None

Class Size: 10

BPI CEU: 16

Instructors:, Joe Ilacqua, NYSWDA

Course Fees;
$950/person - NY Weatherization Sub-grantees
$950/person - affiliate members
$1, 450/person - non-members
Lunches are included for each day.

**Special note - if you wish to become an Affil iate Member, and save off the non-member rate, please contact Kar en McMahon (315-701-0440 ext. 223, This email address is being protected from spambots. Y ou need JavaScript enabled to view it.) BEFORE YOU REGIS TER for the course.

NYSWDA will n ot be responsible for hotel costs, travel to and from the training, breakfa st and dinner meals, or incidentals.

Click here to register
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