ETCP Certifiable News: Fall 2023

  

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Table of Contents:

• ETCP Recognized Training Companies’ training opportunities—look for more information at https://etcp.esta.org/training/training.html. 

• Academy of Production Technology
• ETC
• Gravitec
• Lankey & Limey Ltd.
• LDI
• TOMCAT
• USITT
  

• Congratulations to new ETCP Certificants!

•  Please use the ETCP Portal to submit your renewal application, log your training after you complete continuing education courses, and notify ETCP of any updates (change of address, new email, new photo for ETCP ID, revise your ETCP profile on the website, etc.)

• ETCP Facebook Study Group—jump on to help answer new candidates’ questions. Join the conversation!

• Get social—check out ESTA on these sites and follow the conversation: Facebook | Instagram | X | LinkedIn | YouTube

Available ETCP Recognized Training: APT

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Academy of Production Technology Upcoming Training Sessions

November 14-16, 2023

Entertainment Electrics Training (Open to the public)

Upstaging, Sycamore (Chicago), IL

Three-day course covering portable power distribution and control systems for live event production including electrical safety, PPE, circuits, DC, single-phase AC, and 3-phase AC power calculations, codes and regulations, and best practices for

grounding and bonding, the use of GFCIs, DMX, RDM, Ethernet, Ethernet-based protocols like sACN and Art-Net, and wireless DMX.

This class covers most of the topics in the content outline of the Entertainment Electrician’s certification exam and the Portable Power Distribution Technician’s certification exam.

www.bit.ly/3EWsi8q 

November 30, 2023

Setting Up, Testing, and Troubleshooting
Lighting Control Systems and Networks (Open to the public)

LDI, Las Vegas NV

Setting up and testing a lighting control system used to be relatively simple, but it’s becoming increasingly complex, and networking plays an integral part. If you want to advance your career in this industry, then it’s a good idea to know how to set up, test, and troubleshoot lighting networks, including DMX, Ethernet, and Ethernet-based protocols like Art-Net and sACN, and how to use RDM to quickly configure and remotely monitor your equipment. This course covers all of those bases with an emphasis in hands-on activities and learning. Bring a laptop if you have one, or a smart phone or tablet if you don’t have a laptop for networking exercises.

https://www.ldishow.com/ldishowcom/ldi-schedule

December 1, 2023

Sustainable Power Distribution for Live Event Production (Open to the public)

LDI, Las Vegas NV

Immersive one-day class on sustainable power distribution for live event production. In this comprehensive course, we delve into eco-conscious energy management, providing you with the knowledge and skills to revolutionize your approach to power distribution for live events. It covers the latest advancements in sustainable power technologies and how to integrate them into your live event setups. You will be guided through the fundamentals of solar collection, battery storage, inverters, and energy management. You will gain insights into designing systems, anticipating power needs, and equipment selection. Through engaging discussions and real world examples, you will discover strategies for de-carbonizing your stages and optimizing energy consumption. We will also address the importance of safety protocols and compliance with industry standards. By the end of the class, you will be equipped with the knowledge to design and implement sustainable power distribution systems that align with environmental goals without compromising the quality and reliability of live event production. Don't miss this opportunity to be at the forefront of sustainable event technology. Join the movement toward greener, more eco-friendly power distribution practices.

https://www.ldishow.com/ldishowcom/ldi-schedule

December 2, 2023

Setting Up and Monitoring Portable Power Distribution Systems LIMITED (Open to the public)

LDI, Las Vegas NV

It’s easy enough to run stinger cables (a.k.a. a single or an extension cord) to power an audio console, video projector, lighting instruments, or an entire stage, but is it safe? Is it reliable? The safety and reliability of a portable power distribution system depends on every link in the chain. Given the way we toss around our equipment, the way to throw it in a road case, run it along the ground and step on it, run over it with forklifts and golf carts, leave it outside all day long to bake in the sun, day in and day out, there are usually hidden weak links that could devolve into major problems. But we can get ahead of potential problems by learning to spot those weaknesses using the right tools for the job, and by monitoring the system during operation. This one-day class is designed to walk through best practices for setting up and monitoring portable power distribution systems so that they are safer and more reliable.

https://www.ldishow.com/ldishowcom/ldi-schedule

Available ETCP Recognized Training: ETC

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At ETC, we’re always creating new and exciting things – including new ways to teach you all about those exciting things! Recently we unveiled our new online training outpost: LearningStage. It’s packed with all the courses and resources you need to take your understanding of ETC gear and software to the next level – packaged in a fresh format that makes it easier and more fun to learn!

You can access LearningStage, the ETC online learning site at https://learningstage.etcconnect.com

Please note: Not all of our online learning is ETCP Recognized, so make sure you look for the “ETCP Recognized” icon! 

Are you someone who is more motivated by in-person learning? We’ve got you covered there, too! Our in-person training is in full swing at our offices in Austin, Burbank (Los Angeles), New York, Orlando – and other places across the globe! Check out our training page to find one near you. These courses are ETCP Recognized. 

And if you want to hear about training offers happening near you then sign up for our training news email on the form below! We’ll send you offers and opportunities to access training however you prefer. 

If you have any questions or suggestions about ETC training, please contact us at Education@etcconnect.com or call us at 608-824-5170.

Available ETCP Recognized Training: Gravitec

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Gravity sucks! Since 1986, it’s been Gravitec’s mission to protect the lives and livelihoods of those who work at heights by providing a full range of high-quality fall protection services worldwide including training, engineering, consulting, testing, and technical equipment sales.

Gravitec’s Fall Protection Train the Trainer Program is a 40-hour course which provides student trainers with the technical knowledge and resource materials necessary to deliver professional, in-house fall protection and rescue training. Student Trainers are expected to have previous experience using active fall protection systems.

Gravitec’s Competent Climber and Rescue Course is a 40-hour combination of classroom sessions focused on fall protection theory and practical hands-on exercises for workers using fall protection and rescue equipment in the at heights industry.

Gravitec also offers Refresher Courses as well as industry specific trainings; Theatre and Entertainment for example. With a focus on the Entertainment and Theatrical Industries, the course topics include what skills and knowledge apply to the riggers, truss spot operators, and others in theater who regularly work at heights, utilize scaffolds, and work on other elevated work platforms.

This is training you’ll be proud to tell your friends about.

Gravitec Training Schedule Q4 2023 & Q1 2024

Competent Person 

Dec. 11 – 15, 2023

Jan. 8 – 12, 2024

Competent Tower Climber and Rescue

Dec. 11 – 15, 2023

Jan. 8 – 12, 2024

Competent Wind Turbine Climber and Rescue

Dec 11 – 15, 2023

Jan. 8 – 12, 2024

Fall Protection Train the Trainer

Nov. 13 – 17, 2023

Dec. 18 – 22, 2023

Jan. 15 – 19, 2024

Fall Protection Tower Train the Trainer

Nov. 13 – 17, 2023

Dec. 18 – 22, 2023

Jan. 15 – 19, 2024

Fall Protection Wind Turbine Train the Trainer

Nov. 13 – 17, 2023

Dec. 18 – 22, 2023

Jan. 15 – 19, 2024

Fall Protection Train the Trainer Refresher

Nov. 13 – 17, 2023

Dec. 18 – 22, 2023

Jan. 15 – 19, 2024

Fall Protection Tower Train the Trainer Refresher

Nov. 13 – 17, 2023

Dec. 18 – 22, 2023

Jan. 15 – 19, 2024

Fall Protection Wind Turbine Train the Trainer Refresher

Nov. 13 – 17, 2023

Dec. 18 – 22, 2023

Jan. 15 – 19, 2024

Qualified Person ONLINE

Nov. 13 – 17, 2023

Dec. 18 – 22, 2023 

Jan. 29 – Feb 2, 2024

SPRAT Rope Access

Nov. 13 – 17, 2023

Dec. 4 – 8, 2023

Jan. 22 – 26, 2024

Gravitec Events Q4 2023 & Q1 2024

Gravitec will be exhibiting at 2024 NSC Safety Congress & EXPO 

October 23 – 25, 2024

Booth 3847

To register, visit https://gravitec.com/fall-protection-training/

Available ETCP Recognized Training: Lankey & Limey Ltd.

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Lankey & Limey Ltd.

OSHA 30 Classes & COVID Safety Training for the Entertainment Industry

OSHA 30 Classes for the Entertainment Industry

Our live OSHA 30 video conference classes are designed specifically for the Entertainment Industry.  Network with like-minded peers around the country and enjoy thought-provoking group discussions while developing the skills, tools, and resources necessary for the show to go on – safely.

All classes will be held via live interactive video conference.

OSHA 30 for Construction for the Entertainment Industry 
January/ February 2024

5 Mondays – January 15th-February 12th, 2024

To register for OSHA 30 Construction, visit: https://square.link/u/90JxFYCg

OSHA 30 for General Industry for the Entertainment Industry
February/ March 2024

5 Mondays – February 19th-March 18th, 2024
To register for OSHA 30 General Industry, visit: https://square.link/u/SBS9YYhY

OSHA Classes run from 10am-7pm ET each day via live video conference.

OSHA 30 classes cost $395 per attendee.

L&L’s OSHA 30 Classes are eligible for 30 ETCP Renewal Credits upon completion.

Note: OSHA requires all participants to be on camera via video conference and participate using a computer.

Check our website llltd.events/osha for further details and email us at training@lankeyandlimey.com to be included on our mailing list to receive information about future classes.

If you have any questions or are interested in more information, please email: tim@lankeyandlimey.com
training@lankeyandlimey.com

For class schedules, additional dates & further details, visit: llltd.events/osha

Available ETCP Recognized Training: TOMCAT University

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TOMCAT University 2024

Join us in January 2024 in beautiful Thousand Oaks, CA for our five-day training course taught by the industries’ best with the added opportunity to network with your peers in some fun after-class activities. Thousand Oaks is an hour’s drive north-west of Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or the even closer and more convenient Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR) which is less then forty-five minutes’ drive outside of rush-hour.

Click this link to see the event's schedule and for detailed information on the event curriculum and after training dinner events planned. Similarly click this link to check out the video from TOMCAT U in 2020 and see what you will be missing if you don't join us!

All training will take place at our custom on-site training facility at TOMCAT’s west coast sales office and warehouse, first opened in 2018. Costs include five days of training, ETCP training accreditation (where appropriate), all lunches and snacks, a trip to a local Kart racing facility with a catered dinner, and one night’s dinner and activities at our facility.

For ETCP certified riggers attendance at TOMCAT U provides the maximum allowable 20 renewal credits after completion. Please provide us with relevant membership information during registration or email tomcatu@tomcatusa.com to ensure correct and timely accreditation.

For any questions, or further information, please contact tomcatu@tomcatusa.com.

Available ETCP Recognized Training: USIT

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USITT would like to offer this class this fall worth renewal credits:

Ken Vannice Electrical Workshop – 7-hours of renewal credit

Date: Monday, November 13, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Instructors: Mitch Hefter & Jerry Gorrell

In conjunction with Clearwing AVL Expo (their free event November 14, 2023)

Where:
Mesa Convention Center, 263 N. Center St., Mesa, AZ 85201

Glerum Intermediate class:

Intermediate track is a classroom, PPT, and demonstration-based class for those familiar with rigging basics and the safe operation of a counterweight system or those who have taken the Entry Level course and seek to advance their skills. The two-day curriculum covers design factor, physics of loads and forces, truss basics, bridle rigging and more...

Included:

• Digital handout guided by the PowerPoint presentation.

• Mid-morning break of coffee, bagels/donuts, fruit

This class qualifies for 12 ETCP renewal credits.

Curriculum to be covered:

• Review of Breaking Strength, Design Factor, Working Load Limit

• Physics of Loads and Forces

• Beam Loading and Cantilevers

• Truss Basics – inspection and general principles

• Mechanical Advantage

• Bridle Rigging

• Overview of basic automation controls

• Out of balance loading situations for counterweight systems

• Where the rules come from - Codes, Standards, and Risk Assessment

Attendees are responsible for their own housing accommodations. 

Dates:

Monday, Jan. 29, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Tuesday, Jan. 30, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Member rates:

Early Reg. Members $525 | Non-members $575

Late Reg. Members $550 | Non-members $600

 

Where:

Duke University, Durham, North Carolina

 

Instructors:

Ed Leahy – Head Trainer and Cruise Ship Division Manager, Chicago Flyhouse, Inc. ETCP Certified Rigger – Arena & Theatre, ETCP Recognized Trainer

Jonathan Duell - ETCP Certified Rigger – Theatre, ETCP Recognized Trainer

Congratulations to new ETCP Certificants!

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Congratulations to all who became certified or got new certifications so far in 2023!

ETCP Arena – Rigging 

James Anderson
Frederick Babson
Stephen Baldridge
Matthew Birchmeier
Augustine Carter
James Cimarrusti
Jordan Corona
Zachery "Beau" Cowles
William Dalton
Daniel Dawson
Trey Deluna
Terran Fernandez
Easton Hein-Maloney
Henry Helfman
Timothy Hopper
Timothy Italiano

Dale Kalinoski
Alexander Ketterer
Denis Komarov
Steven Koss
Jonathon Kull
Russell Macias

Nicholas Mandas
Dzianis Maskalenka
John Park
Danielle Ramsey
Rai Rathor
Cheyenne Reindel

Christopher Roberts
Johnny Rock
Michael Rodry

Olivia Ruggiero
Pamela Santizo
Lyle Scott

Thomas Scully
Oliver Shaw
Jonathan Thompson
Jared Tuten
Nicky Vargas
Kalman Zeiger

Fletcher Zona
Christian Zwit

ETCP Theatre – Rigging 

Jon Andersen
John Aspholm
Frederick Babson
Michael Backhaus
Brock Baird
Justin Bate
Stephen Byrd
Danel Cavanaugh
Robert Covert
Derek Epstein
Kyle Ferguson
Seth Hallett-Nelson
Easton Hein-Maloney
Scott Hines
Daniel Hutchinson
Jonathan Haupt
Timothy Italiano
Bryanna Kim

Kyle Longwell
Michael Palm
Thomas Price

Sharon Reinhart
Colleen Schuldeis
Andrew Short
Stephanie Smith
Eli Webb

Andrew Wissman

ETCP Entertainment Electrician

Colette Adams
Erik Anglemire
Brody Boeger
Paul Broadhead
Tom Cline
David Dunlap
Olivia Edery
Pasquale Failla
Fontaine "Taine" Gilliam Jr.
Margaret Hart
Andrew Hauser
Anthony Henley
Robert Henggeler
Benjamin Jacoby
Ethan Kreidemaker
Alexander LaConte

Richard Latshaw
Domenic Laury
Kelly Lipsey
Sean Murray
Jeffrey Porter

Charles Santella
Corwin Scites

Karina Teismann

Todd Wren

ETCP Portable Power Distribution

Nicholas Curry
Seth Hallett-Nelson
Robert Lundy

Marshall McGill
Jeffrey Porter

Kathleen San Roman

Jacob Snodgrass
Karina Teismann

Jason Yukich