Our Mission
The mission of the Laborers District Council of the Metropolitan Area of Philadelphia and Vicinity is to assist its membership in securing employment, to defend their rights and advance their interests as working men and women, and by education and co-operation, raise them to that position in society to which they are justly entitled.
Calendar
Jul
20
7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
The 40-hour OSHA Outreach Training Program provides training for workers and employers on the recognition, avoidance, abatement, and prevention of safety and health hazards in...
Jul
20
7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
The Cutting and Burning (Oxyfuel Cutting) course introduces participants to the fundamental principles, safety practices, equipment, and techniques necessary to perform cutting and burning operations...
Jul
24
7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
In the context of lead renovator, RRP stands for "Renovation, Repair, and Painting." This term is part of the EPA's Lead Renovation, Repair & Painting...
Jul
27
7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Class Sessions Mon, Jul 27 - 07:00 am - 03:30 pm (Philadelphia \ Classroom 3) Tue, Jul 28 - 07:00 am - 03:30 pm (Philadelphia...
Jul
27
7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
The Basic Blueprint Reading course introduces participants to the fundamentals of reading blueprints. Participants learn about the various signs, symbols, views, and types of blueprints...
Aug
03
7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
The 40-hour OSHA Outreach Training Program provides training for workers and employers on the recognition, avoidance, abatement, and prevention of safety and health hazards in...
Aug
03
7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
This course looks at some of the hazards and key safety issues related to fall protection. Upon successful completion of this course participants will be...
Aug
03
7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Class Sessions Mon, Aug 03 - 07:00 am - 03:30 pm (Philadelphia \ Classroom 3) Tue, Aug 04 - 07:00 am - 03:30 pm (Philadelphia...
Aug
04
7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
This course covers ergonomic issues CCLs may encounter in construction. Upon completion, CCLs will become more aware, recognize ergonomic hazards, and learn the residual effects...
Aug
05
Aug
06
7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
The Respiratory Protection course is designed to provide students with the ability to recognize hazards on a job site and learn the health effects associated...
Aug
07
7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
In the context of lead renovator, RRP stands for "Renovation, Repair, and Painting." This term is part of the EPA's Lead Renovation, Repair & Painting...
Aug
10
7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
The OSHA Construction Safety and Health Course is designed to meet the requirements for OSHA's 10-hour training program. The program provides safety and health information...
Aug
10
7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
This course is designed to introduce the participant to the process of controlling traffic flow safely through construction zones with the correct placement of signs,...
Aug
11
7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
A traffic control supervisor manages the safety of road and highway construction projects by overseeing traffic control devices, supervising teams, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols....
Aug
12
7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
The 8-hour Basic Construction Math course covers construction-related math problems involving measurement for layout, squaring and establishing grade, as well as calculating quantities and volume...
Aug
13
7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
The Process Safety Management Course addresses safety issues that workers at chemical plants and petroleum refineries may face on the job. Training focuses on identification...
Aug
14
7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
In the context of lead renovator, RRP stands for "Renovation, Repair, and Painting." This term is part of the EPA's Lead Renovation, Repair & Painting...
Aug
17
7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
The Cutting and Burning (Oxyfuel Cutting) course introduces participants to the fundamental principles, safety practices, equipment, and techniques necessary to perform cutting and burning operations...
Aug
17
7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
The Basic Blueprint Reading course introduces participants to the fundamentals of reading blueprints. Participants learn about the various signs, symbols, views, and types of blueprints...
Aug
24
7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
This 40-hour LIUNA-developed course was created to introduce to the skills needed for those who want to become a foreman or general foreman. It builds...
Aug
24
7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
This course addresses the needs of construction craft laborers who are responsible for building and using scaffolding on the job site. It provides instruction on...
Oct
03
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
You are invited to be our special guest to learn about the World of Wellness, our new Personify App, and wellness programs designed with you...
Oct
17
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Representatives from the pension fund and Edward Jones Investments will teach you how to prepare for your transition into retirement. For Achievers: Life Insurance, Debt...
Oct
17
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Representatives from the pension fund will teach you how to prepare for your transition into retirement. Six topics we will cover. Knowing your retirement plan...