Boot Camp
Who Should Attend;
Entry level field staff and weatherization contractors - see detailed belo
w.
Course Description
;
This intensive
4-day training based at NYSWDA's Energy Efficiency Training Center (Buildin
g 2) in East Syracuse, is a great introduction to building science principl
es and hands-on air sealing, dense pack and loose fill cellulose insulation
installation. Using our state-of-the-art realistic wall, ceiling and attic
props, trainees will learn the techniques needed to effectively weatherize
our clients' homes.
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During this course , the trainees will be introduced to both HCR and BPI standards and regulat ions on Health & Safety, Lead Safe work practices and safe and proper u se of tools and equipment. Trainees will also become proficient on the set up of blower doors and understand basic use of an infrared camera during ai r sealing operations.
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All three HCR man datory trainings are covered in this course:
Please reference the WAP Policies and Procedures manual for further details. The above-listed t rainings are mandatory for the positions stated. If a subgrantee hires a ne w employee into one of these postions, or a current employee transfers into one of these positions, it is mandatory that they receive this training wi thin six (6) months of their start date. These mandatory training sessions must be repeated every three (3) years by subgrantee personnel who occupy t hese positions.
Agenda;
Monday - 9:00am - 4:30pm: Residential Hea lth & Safety Fundamentals
Tuesday - 9:0 0am - 4:30pm: Introduction to Building Science and Air Sealing Techniques, introduction to infrared cameras, introduction to basic residential framing details with an emphasis on common air sealing areas and building codes re quirements for clearance to combustibles.
Day Three
Wednesday - 9:00am - 4:30pm: Lead Safe Work Practic es
Day Four
Thursday - 9:00a
m - 4:00pm: All day lab session tool/equipment safety, lead safe jobsite se
tup, air sealing techniques, dense pack and loose fill cellulose installati
on techniques. Afternoon lab session: fundamentals of blower door setup and
operation, plus jobsite and lead safe cleanup skills, training skills revi
ew, question and answer session, awarding of Certificates of Completion.
Dates;
Course co
vers the dates of January 9-12, 2023
Start Times: ALL DAYS - 9:00am
End Times: ALL DAYS 4:30pm to 5:00pm
Other Notes:
Due
to the nature of the training, all attendees will be required to sign a wai
ver of liability and a photo/video release form at the start of the trainin
g.
Prerequisites:
Class Size: 10
BPI CEU: 16
Instructo
rs:, Joe Ilacqua, NYSWDA
Course Fees;
$950/person - NY We atherization Sub-grantees
$950/person - affi liate members
$1,450/person - non-members
Lunches are included for each day.
**Special note - if you wish to become an Affiliate Member, and save off the non-member rate, please contact&nbs p;Karen McMahon (315-701-0440 ext. 223, This email address is being protected from spambo ts. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) BEFORE YOU REGISTER for the course.
NYSWDA w ill not be responsible for hotel costs, travel to and from the training, br eakfast and dinner meals, or incidentals.
Through the support of NYS HCR funding, we are abl e to provide quality t raining at discounted rates to NYSWDA members.
Boot Camp
Who Should Attend;
Entry level field staff and weatherization contractors - see detailed belo
w.
Course Description
;
This intensive
4-day training based at NYSWDA's Energy Efficiency Training Center (Buildin
g 2) in East Syracuse, is a great introduction to building science principl
es and hands-on air sealing, dense pack and loose fill cellulose insulation
installation. Using our state-of-the-art realistic wall, ceiling and attic
props, trainees will learn the techniques needed to effectively weatherize
our clients' homes.
Â
During this course , the trainees will be introduced to both HCR and BPI standards and regulat ions on Health & Safety, Lead Safe work practices and safe and proper u se of tools and equipment. Trainees will also become proficient on the set up of blower doors and understand basic use of an infrared camera during ai r sealing operations.
Â
All three HCR man datory trainings are covered in this course:
Please reference the WAP Policies and Procedures manual for further details. The above-listed t rainings are mandatory for the positions stated. If a subgrantee hires a ne w employee into one of these postions, or a current employee transfers into one of these positions, it is mandatory that they receive this training wi thin six (6) months of their start date. These mandatory training sessions must be repeated every three (3) years by subgrantee personnel who occupy t hese positions.
Agenda;
Monday - 9:00am - 4:30pm: Residential Hea lth & Safety Fundamentals
Tuesday - 9:0 0am - 4:30pm: Introduction to Building Science and Air Sealing Techniques, introduction to infrared cameras, introduction to basic residential framing details with an emphasis on common air sealing areas and building codes re quirements for clearance to combustibles.
Day Three
Wednesday - 9:00am - 4:30pm: Lead Safe Work Practic es
Day Four
Thursday - 9:00a
m - 4:00pm: All day lab session tool/equipment safety, lead safe jobsite se
tup, air sealing techniques, dense pack and loose fill cellulose installati
on techniques. Afternoon lab session: fundamentals of blower door setup and
operation, plus jobsite and lead safe cleanup skills, training skills revi
ew, question and answer session, awarding of Certificates of Completion.
Dates;
Course co
vers the dates of January 9-12, 2023
Start Times: ALL DAYS - 9:00am
End Times: ALL DAYS 4:30pm to 5:00pm
Other Notes:
Due
to the nature of the training, all attendees will be required to sign a wai
ver of liability and a photo/video release form at the start of the trainin
g.
Prerequisites:
Class Size: 10
BPI CEU: 16
Instructo
rs:, Joe Ilacqua, NYSWDA
Course Fees;
$950/person - NY We atherization Sub-grantees
$950/person - affi liate members
$1,450/person - non-members
Lunches are included for each day.
**Special note - if you wish to become an Affiliate Member, and save off the non-member rate, please contact&nbs p;Karen McMahon (315-701-0440 ext. 223, This email address is being protected from spambo ts. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) BEFORE YOU REGISTER for the course.
NYSWDA w ill not be responsible for hotel costs, travel to and from the training, br eakfast and dinner meals, or incidentals.
Through the support of NYS HCR funding, we are abl e to provide quality t raining at discounted rates to NYSWDA members.
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