05.27.13 - Memorial Day (VSRA Office Closed)
The VSRA office is closed today in observance of Memorial Day.
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06.01.13 - Clean the Bay Day
The Port of Virginia is holding its' Annual Clean the Bay Day at Plum Point Park in Norfolk, VA This is their 24th annual event. .
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06.04.13 - OSHA 10 Hour Maritime Course #7615 (June 4-5)
The OSHA-10 hour course awards the 10-hour certification card and meets all of the mandated regulations for Maritime Industry (OSHA Code of Federal Regulations 29 CFR 1915) course 7615 in a format that specifically addresses the challenges and enviromental conditions specific to the shipyards. In addition, ship yard specific regulations and issues are covered in depth. Instructos are authorized by OSHA endorsed certification programs. The completion card is valid for 5 years at which time the course must be repeated. Our instructors an OSHA accepted certified to conduct this class and grany the award of certification cards. Cards are issued through the Instructor's certifying body. All book, material and certification costs are covered in the course fee.
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06.12.13 - EL2A Symposium: Workforce and Education Panel Luncheon
The 1st VSRA Ship Repair Apprentice Symposium for Industry will be held in conjunction with the Cpommercial Marine Expo on June 12, 2013 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., followed by a Panel Luncheon with Educators and Workforce Agencies. The morning session is reserved for industry meetings, with an open panel session from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. for all attendees and invited guests. Apprentice Instructors, Production Managers, Recruiters and Industry Leaders are welcome to attend the event. Please contact mtomaszewski@virginiashiprepair.org for more information.
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06.12.13 - Commercial Marine Expo
Commercial Marine Expo serves the entire spectrum of the work boaat, military and commercial fishing markets for the Mid-Atlantic region.
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06.12.13 - EL2A Symposium: Industry Morning Session
The 1st VSRA Ship Repair Apprentice Symposium will be held in conjunction with the CME on June 12, 2013 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., followed by a Panel Luncheon with Educators and Workforce Agencies. The morning session is reserved for industry meetings, with an open panel session from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. for all attendees and invited guests. Apprentice Instructors, Production Managers, Recruiters and Industry Leaders are welcome to attend the event. Please contact mtomaszewski@virginiashiprepair.org for more information.
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06.17.13 - NAVSEA Cableway (June 17-21)
This course is under the oversight of AMSEC and upon successful completion attendees will receive a NAVSEA Cableway Certification card. The cableway program provides NAVSEA Cableway training and certification to students.
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06.18.13 - VSRA General Membership Luncheon Meeting
VSRA Board of Directors meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month, followed by a lunch meeting with the general membership. The Chairman of the VSRA Board and the VSRA committee chairs report to the general membership at the monthly meeting, followed by a guest speaker's presentation. Each member company may have its designated representatives present at the general membership monthly luncheon meeting and is welcome to invite company guests.
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06.26.13 - Emergency First Response (June 26)
Emergency First Response training is OSHA approved and internationally accepted. This course meets the OSHA Guidelines CFR 1910.151 compliance standards for workplace safety.
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06.26.13 - NAVSEA Basic Paint Inspector Course PREP (June 26-28)
This is perfect for workers who are going to attend the NBPI certification class or who need to retake the course/exam.
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06.27.13 - Emergency First Response REFRESHER (June 27)
This is a 1/2 a day refresher course from 7:30am to 11:30am. The EFR Refresher course meets OSHA Guidelines 29CFR 1910.151 compliance standards for workplace safety.
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07.04.13 - Independence Day (VSRA Office Closed)
The VSRA office is closed today in observance of Independence Day.
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07.08.13 - Navsea Basic Paint Inspector Certification (July 8-12)
VSRA is one of the few organizations authorized to instruct this very specialized course.
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07.16.13 - VSRA General Membership Luncheon Meeting
VSRA Board of Directors meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month, followed by a lunch meeting with the general membership. The Chairman of the VSRA Board and the VSRA committee chairs report to the general membership at the monthly meeting, followed by a guest speaker's presentation. Each member company may have its designated representatives present at the general membership monthly luncheon meeting and is welcome to invite company guests.
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08.20.13 - VSRA General Membership Luncheon Meeting - CANCELLED FOR AUGUST
VSRA Board of Directors meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month, followed by a lunch meeting with the general membership. For the month of August, 2012, the VSRA General Membership Luncheon Meeting is cancelled in lieu of the VSRF Golf Tournament.
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08.20.13 - 27th Annual VSRF Golf Tournament
Mark your calendars for the 27th Annual VSRF Golf Tournament on Tuesday, August 20, 2013 at Bayville Golf Club.
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09.04.13 - OSHA 10 Hour Maritime Course #7615 (Sept 4-5)
The OSHA-10 hour course awards the 10-hour certification card and meets all of the mandated regulations for Maritime Industry (OSHA Code of Federal Regulations 29 CFR 1915) course 7615 in a format that specifically addresses the challenges and enviromental conditions specific to the shipyards. In addition, ship yard specific regulations and issues are covered in depth. Instructos are authorized by OSHA endorsed certification programs. The completion card is valid for 5 years at which time the course must be repeated. Our instructors an OSHA accepted certified to conduct this class and grany the award of certification cards. Cards are issued through the Instructor's certifying body. All book, material and certification costs are covered in the course fee.
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09.10.13 - Blueprint Reading & Technical Drawing (September 10-13)
This course is designed for rising welders, pipefitters, ship-fitters, electricians and workers who need a working knowledge of blueprint technology, symbols and design features specific to ships.
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09.17.13 - VSRA General Membership Luncheon Meeting
VSRA Board of Directors meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month, followed by a lunch meeting with the general membership. The Chairman of the VSRA Board and the VSRA committee chairs report to the general membership at the monthly meeting, followed by a guest speaker's presentation. Each member company may have its designated representatives present at the general membership monthly luncheon meeting and is welcome to invite company guests.
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09.18.13 - Emergency First Response (September 18)
Emergency First Response training is OSHA approved and internationally accepted. This course meets the OSHA Guidelines CFR 1910.151 compliance standards for workplace safety.
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09.19.13 - Emergency First Response REFRESHER (September 19)
This is a 1/2 a day refresher course from 7:30am to 11:30am. The EFR Refresher course meets OSHA Guidelines 29CFR 1910.151 compliance standards for workplace safety.
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09.25.13 - Standard Items (Sept 25-26)
This 2 day course covers all pertinent Standard Items as well as changes, areas that are frequently cited or misunderstood, how to source information and what can be expected in future changes. This course is often cited by students as being very applicable to their jobs and contains information they will use immediately upon return to the wok site.
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10.08.13 - NAVSEA Basic Paint Inspector Course PREP (October 8-10)
This is perfect for workers who are going to attend the NBPI certification class or who need to retake the course/exam.
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10.14.13 - Columbus Day (VSRA Office Closed)
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10.15.13 - VSRA General Membership Luncheon Meeting
VSRA Board of Directors meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month, followed by a lunch meeting with the general membership. The Chairman of the VSRA Board and the VSRA committee chairs report to the general membership at the monthly meeting, followed by a guest speaker's presentation. Each member company may have its designated representatives present at the general membership monthly luncheon meeting and is welcome to invite company guests.
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10.17.13 - Sr. SUPV Leadership and Management Course (Oct 17-18)
Course will cover
-Leadership & Management Styles
-Generational Leadership (*a most popular topic)
-Communication Strategies
-Goal Setting & Career Development
-Labor Market Trends
-Encouraging & Developing Positive Behaviors
-Avoiding Supervisor Pitfalls
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10.21.13 - NAVSEA Cableway (October 21-25)
This course is under the oversight of AMSEC and upon successful completion attendees will receive a NAVSEA Cableway Certification card. The cableway program provides NAVSEA Cableway training and certification to students.
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10.21.13 - Navsea Basic Paint Inspector Certification (October 21-25)
VSRA is one of the few organizations authorized to instruct this very specialized course.
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10.23.13 - 18th Annual Safety & Health Seminar
VSRA hosts a Safety & Health seminar each year for the benefit of its members and employees. This event is sponsored by the Safety Committee. This is a dynamic day of presentations, activities and networking for employees who ensure their personal safety and those around them.
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10.30.13 - Emergency First Response (October 30)
Emergency First Response training is OSHA approved and internationally accepted. This course meets the OSHA Guidelines CFR 1910.151 compliance standards for workplace safety.
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10.31.13 - Emergency First Response REFRESHER (October 31)
This is a 1/2 a day refresher course from 7:30am to 11:30am. The EFR Refresher course meets OSHA Guidelines 29CFR 1910.151 compliance standards for workplace safety.
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11.05.13 - OSHA 10 Hour Maritime Course #7615 (Nov 5-6)
The OSHA-10 hour course awards the 10-hour certification card and meets all of the mandated regulations for Maritime Industry (OSHA Code of Federal Regulations 29 CFR 1915) course 7615 in a format that specifically addresses the challenges and enviromental conditions specific to the shipyards. In addition, ship yard specific regulations and issues are covered in depth. Instructos are authorized by OSHA endorsed certification programs. The completion card is valid for 5 years at which time the course must be repeated. Our instructors an OSHA accepted certified to conduct this class and grany the award of certification cards. Cards are issued through the Instructor's certifying body. All book, material and certification costs are covered in the course fee.
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11.19.13 - NAVSEA Basic Paint Inspector Course PREP (November 19-21)
This is perfect for workers who are going to attend the NBPI certification class or who need to retake the course/exam.
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11.19.13 - VSRA General Membership Luncheon Meeting
VSRA Board of Directors meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month, followed by a lunch meeting with the general membership. The Chairman of the VSRA Board and the VSRA committee chairs report to the general membership at the monthly meeting, followed by a guest speaker's presentation. Each member company may have its designated representatives present at the general membership monthly luncheon meeting and is welcome to invite company guests.
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12.02.13 - Navsea Basic Paint Inspector Certification (December 2-6)
VSRA is one of the few organizations authorized to instruct this very specialized course.
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12.05.13 - Emergency First Response (December 5)
Emergency First Response training is OSHA approved and internationally accepted. This course meets the OSHA Guidelines CFR 1910.151 compliance standards for workplace safety.
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12.06.13 - Emergency First Response REFRESHER (December 6)
This is a 1/2 a day refresher course from 7:30am to 11:30am. The EFR Refresher course meets OSHA Guidelines 29CFR 1910.151 compliance standards for workplace safety.
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12.17.13 - VSRA General Membership Luncheon Meeting
VSRA Board of Directors meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month, followed by a lunch meeting with the general membership. The Chairman of the VSRA Board and the VSRA committee chairs report to the general membership at the monthly meeting, followed by a guest speaker's presentation. Each member company may have its designated representatives present at the general membership monthly luncheon meeting and is welcome to invite company guests.
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