Process Tool and Machinery Moving Fundamentals - 10.18.25

Instructor: Dave Monahan, Zane Undercoffer, Greg Morlan, Chris DeLapaz,

Location: Tualatin Training Center

CE Hours: 32 towards Annual Continuing Education Reimbursement Check

State Credits: n/a

Class Dates and Times:

• Saturday 10/18 7am-3:30pm
• Sunday 10/19 7am-3:30pm
• Saturday 10/25 7am-3:30pm
• Sunday 10/26 7am-3:30pm

Fees:

• Local 290 Members: Free
• UA Travelers: $35

Prerequisites:

This class is a train-the-trainer first run. Please sign up if you're interested but space will be limited and reserved for machinery moving professionals whose feedback will help build the course for the future.

Needed Materials:

Calculator Recomended. Work Attire and PPE including Hard Hat, Safety Glasses, Gloves, and Boots.

Class Description:

This intensive, hands-on program equips pipe trades professionals with the essential knowledge and skills to safely and effectively move, set, and secure Process Tools and Industrial Machinery. Over the course of four full training days, participants will learn best practices for:

-Identifying hazards and implementing effective safety controls
-Conducting site and move path assements in complex environments.
-Inspecting and selecting proper rigging equipment
-Planning and executing lifts, including center-of-gravity calculations
-using fork-lifts, jacks, dollies, skates, and air skates for controlled moves.
-coordinating communication and hand signals with crews and operators.

Through demonstrations, guided practice and scenario based projects, this journeyman level course will build confidence in both technical execution and team coordination. Graduates will leave with a strong foundation in rigging safety, equipment handling, and problem-solving, preparing them to contribute effectively at the Tool Move Jobsite.

** This class is a train-the-trainer first run. Please sign up if you're interested but space will be limited and reserved for machinery moving professionals whose feedback will help build the course for the future. After signing up through Eventbrite, two weeks before the course starts you will get an email with confirmed course dates or a recommendation to look out for the next available course offering.

Class Cancellations: If this class has less than 6 students registered at the close of registration the class may be canceled. If the class is cancelled, you will be notified via email and any fees paid will be refunded to the original payment method.

A Note on State Credits: State Credit will only be earned for courses that have been approved by the state. If a class is approved for credit, it will be noted in the class description. To receive state credit for a class you must attend all hours of the class. Courses are approved by the state for a fixed number of credit hours. These hours cannot be edited when submitting license numbers for credit.