Description

THE SAFETY WORKSHOP

Safety Courses 

Course Dates: October 1st — Roles & Responsibilities, October 15th— Record Keeping, October 22nd — Injury Management, October 29th — Communication External & Internal, November 6th — Site Expectations, November 12th— Data Analysis, November 19th — Training Needs, Roadmap, & Gaps

Location: ABC Central Texas Facility - 2600 Longhorn Blvd, STE 105, Austin, Texas 78758

This 7-week training series is designed for professionals working in construction safety who want to strengthen their expertise and leadership in the field. Participants will explore the full scope of a safety professional’s responsibilities, from compliance and recordkeeping to claim management, communications, and site safety expectations. The program also emphasizes data analysis for risk assessment and decision-making, as well as strategies for developing effective training and addressing training gaps. By the end of the series, students will be equipped with the knowledge, tools, and practical skills needed to build stronger safety cultures, ensure regulatory compliance, and effectively protect workers on construction sites.

ABC Members may register for the entire academy, or register for individual courses.

Academy Schedule:

October 1st — Roles & Responsibilities

October 15th— Record Keeping

October 22nd — Injury Management

October 29th — Communication External & Internal

November 6th — Site Expectations

November 12th— Data Analysis

November 19th — Training Needs, Roadmap, & Gaps

Course Descriptions 

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES | OCT 1ST | 3 - 5 PM |

Instructors:

This course explores the key roles and responsibilities of a safety professional in various industries. Students will gain a solid understanding of workplace safety principles, compliance standards, risk management practices, and leadership skills required to ensure a safe work environment

RECORD KEEPING | OCT 15TH | 3 - 5 PM

Instructor:

This course focuses on the principles, legal requirements, and best practices of safety-related recordkeeping. Participants will learn how to properly document incidents, inspections, training, and regulatory requirements to maintain compliance and support a strong safety management system.

INJURY MANAGEMENT | OCT 22ND | 3 - 5 PM

Instructor:

This course provides safety professionals with the knowledge and skills required to manage injury claims effectively—from initial incident reporting through to return-to-work processes. Participants will understand the regulatory, procedural, and ethical aspects of claim management and learn how to reduce claims costs through proactive strategies.

COMMUNICATION EXTERNAL & INTERNAL | OCT 29TH | 3 - 5 PM

Instructor:

Effective communication is vital for safety professionals to engage employees, comply with regulations, and coordinate during emergencies. This course equips participants with the communication tools and techniques needed to manage safety information, reporting, stakeholder engagement, and crisis communication—internally and externally.

SITE EXPECTATIONS | NOV 6TH | 3 - 5 PM

Instructor:

This course prepares students to meet the expectations of safety professionals on active project sites. Emphasis is placed on regulatory compliance, safety culture, contractor management, hazard recognition, communication protocols, and daily safety practices. Students will learn how to integrate safety expectations into daily operations and build accountability across teams.

DATA ANALYSIS | NOV 12TH | 3 - 5 PM

Instructor:

This course introduces students to the principles and methods of data analysis in the context of occupational safety and health. It emphasizes practical data analysis techniques used to identify trends, assess risk, and support decision-making in safety programs. Students will work with real and simulated data to perform descriptive and inferential analyses, visualize safety trends, and develop data-driven safety interventions

TRAINING NEEDS, ROADMAP, & GAPS | NOV 19TH | 3 - 5 PM

Instructor:

This course equips safety professionals with the knowledge and skills to develop, deliver, and evaluate effective safety training. It also focuses on identifying training gaps and compliance shortfalls that can lead to unsafe work practices, incidents, or legal penalties. Practical tools and templates are provided to support ongoing training program improvement.

Course Fees: 

(ABC Members Only) Full Academy - $495 per person

Individual Courses - $125 per person

RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED | SPOTS ARE LIMITED

Reservations not cancelled 72 hours prior to event constitute a financial commitment. For questions please contact hannah@abccentraltexas.org or call or office at 512.719.5263