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Calculating the Cost of a Change BenefitsChanges on construction costs are inevitable. That means that often-difficult negotiations of the appropriate price for the change are also inevitable. The objective of this live audio conference is to help systematically strip away the mystery, the magic, the misconceptions, and the uncertainty surrounding the pricing of changes. Contractors will learn what they must include to be made  more...

Current Issues in Subcontracts and Teaming Agreements BenefitsSubcontracts and teaming agreements are common in business and take many forms. When the customer is the Federal Government however, companies often try to squeeze these relationships into their standard purchase orders and performance work statements. Particularly with heightened scrutiny by all federal agencies over the entry into contracts and the performance of those contracts, by all  more...

Prevailing Wage Law: An Understanding of Davis-Bacon BenefitsAlleged violations of wage and hour laws have become a major source for the new wave of employment class actions, which often result in hundreds of thousands of dollars, and in many cases millions of dollars, of recoverable damages and attorneys' fees awarded to the successful litigants and their attorneys - in addition to the substantial amount of legal fees and administrative costs  more...

A Primer on Land Surveys ...ore critical. Learning Objectives: - You will be able to define common land surveying terms, different types of surveys and engineering surveys. - You will be able to discuss basic types of land record systems. - You will be able to identify zoning, building and subdivision restrictions. - You will be able to explain the difference between the survey plat and the deed. This live audio  more...

Cell Tower Zoning: Overview and Current Issues BenefitsThis live audio conference will describe the major elements and issues under the 1996 Federal cell tower zoning statute, including the FCC's 2009 shot clock rule setting 90/150 day deadlines to act on zoning applications, the pending FCC Notice of Inquiry on cell tower zoning, the major federal zoning cases involving cellular towers and practice pointers on how municipalities can  more...

Insurance Coverage Disputes and Construction Defects BenefitsThis live audio conference has been prepared by two nationally recognized experts in construction law and insurance coverage. You will gain knowledge and insight based on practical experience of handling both the construction and insurance components of construction defect claims of all sizes, and implicating all types of insurance coverage, both first and third-party. Receive updates on  more...

Insurance Coverage Disputes and Construction Defects BenefitsThis live audio conference has been prepared by two nationally recognized experts in construction law and insurance coverage. You will gain knowledge and insight based on practical experience of handling both the construction and insurance components of construction defect claims of all sizes, and implicating all types of insurance coverage, both first and third-party. Receive updates on  more...

Avoiding the Pitfalls of Scope Creep on Construction Projects ...cope creep is a term used in the construction industry to define the inevitable tendency of projects to expand beyond their original intent and is often described as a cause for construction projects experiencing cost and schedule overruns. In the planning stages of any construction project, owners, designers and contractors each have a vested interest in defining the full project scope and  more...

Incoterms 2010 Fundamentals ...define each party's responsibilities for the movement of goods. This live audio conference is a must-attend event for importers and exporters. We will review the purpose of Incoterms and what has changed since Incoterms 2000. We will cover each Incoterm in detail and its definitions, as well as the advantages and disadvantages of each term, so that you can make the right decisions when buying  more...

Current Issues in Real Estate Appraisals ...raisers relates to evaluations versus appraisals. We will define an evaluation, when it should be ordered and how it compares to an appraisal. We will also discuss what this means to licensed appraisers. Complex issues relating to valuation will also be discussed including the valuation of a property under multiple scenarios, reflecting risk in the valuation process, understanding complex  more...

Basic Principles of Construction Insurance BenefitsThis live audio conference will offer an overview of basic insurance coverage used for construction projects. The presenter is an experienced construction and insurance coverage attorney who will discuss how to secure appropriate insurance coverage at a project's inception and what to do when claims arise during construction or after project completion. Builder's risk, CGL and other common  more...

Problems and Risks Associated With Green Construction ...nsiderations. Learning Objectives: - You will be able to define risk in terms of the green construction industry. - You will be able to identify major concerns of how buildings fail. - You will be able to explain major environmental building risk and liability issues. - You will be able to describe how the design process can help avoid material and operational failures. This live audio  more...

Form-Based Zoning: An Alternative to Traditional Ordinances BenefitsThis live audio conference will provide a basic understanding of form-based codes: how they are different, how they can be applied and how they can help implement more sustainable communities. Lessons learned and steps toward beginning the process will provide you with a clear path toward a successful form-based code. Legal and practical considerations associated with adopting form-based  more...

The WE in Wellness--5 Skills Every Case Manager Should Know for Effective Case Management ... for attaining wellness. This live audio conference will define and describe 5 skills that are essential to helping clients achieve as much wellness as they are willing and able to gain. It will be an honest review of actually how much behavioral change can and should be expected of various types of clients, and strategies that will lead to as much success and least frustration along the  more...

How to Revitalize an Impoverished Neighborhood: Thirty Years of Successful Green Urbanism BenefitsDr. Gilderbloom will teach people how to turn around neighborhoods without removing the poor, and to create a 'shared revitalization' that is a great place to live, work, and play using new urbanism and green planning purposes. He will teach to recycle buildings that embraces historic preservation and green planning principles. He will teach traffic calming techniques of how to turn  more...

Turbidity Control and Testing on Construction Sites ... such impact. Learning Objectives: - You will be able to define turbidity. - You will be able to discuss controlling erosion and runoff. - You will be able to review sampling requirements. - You will be able to identify examples of erosion controls to reduce turbidity in runoff. This live audio conference is designed for construction managers, contractors, subcontractors, presidents, vice  more...

Pupil Records: Best Practices Concerning Access, Release, Content and Storage of Educational Documents ...orage of student records. The live audio conference will define the rules as well as the exceptions and provide pragmatic advice for how to ensure compliance with the law and avoid disputes over violations of student confidentiality or improper handling of student records. Learning Objectives: - You will be able to define FERPA and the exceptions. - You will be able to discuss parental rights  more...

Construction Management At-Risk Fundamentals ...this program. Learning Objectives: - You will be able to define the need for integrated documents. - You will be able to identify the difference between the one-part contract and two-part contract. - You will be able to explain CM role and fee structure. - You will be able to discuss project pricing type. This live audio conference is designed for project managers, construction managers,  more...

Workers' Compensation Issues for the Construction Industry ... create debit modification factors. - You will be able to define experience modification factors. - You will be able to identify specific tips to earn cost savings. - You will be able to discuss ideas to help your firm in the project selection process. This live audio conference is designed for attorneys, compliance officers, construction and project managers, owners, presidents, vice  more...

Waiver of Subrogation Clauses and Provisions in Construction Contracts ... the outset. Learning Objectives - You will be able to define subrogation. - You will be able to describe key construction contract provisions. - You will be able to discuss the impact of other related contracts on waiver of subrogation clauses. - You will be able to review the impact of violation of safety codes or regulations. This live audio conference is designed for construction and  more...

Shop Drawings and Other Construction Submittals: Legal and Architectural Perspectives ...ion projects. Learning Objectives: - You will be able to define RFI's. - You will be able to discuss how to handle disputed change order requests. - You will be able to recognize the difference between change orders vs. construction change directives. - You will be able to explain critical contents of shop drawings. This live audio conference is designed for construction managers, engineers,  more...

AIA Contracts: The Owner-General Contractor Agreement ...1-2007 and A201-2007 AIA documents. - You will be able to define the AIA A101-2007 and A201-2007 documents. - You will be able to explain AIA forms and how they allocate risk. - You will be able to review general contracting tips. This audio conference is designed for attorneys, presidents, vice presidents, owners, project managers, architects, engineers, controllers, contract managers,  more...

CPM in Construction Management: Preventing and Measuring Delays BenefitsThis audio conference will discuss how to use today's project management tools effectively to identify project delays before they are insurmountable. You will learn how to use the schedules persuasively and reliably to measure and quantify project delays. The discussion will also provide the technical and legal foundation for the techniques presented. You will be brought up-to-date on the  more...

Construction Lien and Bond Claims in Texas BenefitsAnalyzing construction payment disputes in Texas can be a complex process. Learn strategies for tackling lien and bond issues for private and public projects. Owners will learn how to protect property from unperfected liens - and what steps to take if they do arise. Contractors, subcontractors and suppliers will learn how to efficiently collect payment for work performed or materials  more...

Construction Substitutions: Current Issues and Complexities ... processing a substitution request. - You will be able to define what to say and not to say about substitutions. - You will be able to identify greenwashing and the FTC green guidelines. - You will be able to review documentation requirements. This audio conference is designed for construction and project managers, engineers, presidents, vice presidents, contractors, subcontractors, owners,  more...

Best Practices for Inspection, Maintenance, and Repair of Small to Medium Size Dams BenefitsDams provide many benefits, such as water supply, flood control and recreation. Like all infrastructure systems, dams require upkeep. Without the proper inspection, maintenance and repair the benefits provided by a dam can be diminished; or in the worst case a dam can fail, resulting in loss of life and/or property damage. With proper maintenance and repair dams can function well and  more...

Options Under Section 504 BenefitsPublic and private educational facilities receiving any federal monetary assistance (and, arguably, other forms of aid) are obligated to comply with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. This comprehensive statute imposes a number of obligations on such recipients of federal aid regarding disabled students and employees. An educational facility's failure to comply with Section 504  more...

Owner Construction Risk: How a Controlled Insurance Program Can Protect Your Assets ...stand design and construction risk. - You will be able to define advantages and disadvantages of the three insurance options. - You will be able to recognize owner considerations for selecting the right insurance option. This audio conference is designed for attorneys, project managers, presidents, vice presidents, owners, contractors, subcontractors, engineers, principals, contract managers,  more...

Avoiding Legal Pitfalls on Construction Projects: The Three Ds (Dollars, Delay and Defects) BenefitsConstruction projects are notoriously fecund areas for legal disputes, most of which can be categorized according to the Three Ds: dollars, delay and defects. Is it inevitable that all construction projects will at some point be labeled troubled, or is it possible to avoid the chronic and recurring bugbears? This audio conference will help you anticipate and maybe even avoid the classic  more...

Boundary Law Issues BenefitsThis teleconference is an overview of conceptual boundary issues without reference to any particular jurisdiction. Topics include survey issues, legal theories used to establish boundaries and a discussion of a sample agreement. The teleconference will provide you with some general concepts to allow review of the issues specific to your area with greater economy. Learning Objectives - You  more...

EPA Requirements for Underground Storage Tanks: Recent Changes and Cleaning Up Contamination BenefitsMany developers, businesses and individuals encounter the opportunity to purchase land that has been previously contaminated by underground storage tanks. Many of these prospective purchasers are not aware of or do not understand the responsibilities and liabilities that can be associated with such a purchase. Even worse, most businesses and individuals underestimate the amount of time and  more...

Metal Building Design for Changed Occupancy or Loading BenefitsIn today's economy, many building owners are electing to update their current location or existing structure instead of purchasing new facilities. Metal buildings are very common due to their efficiencies and lower up-front construction costs as they are designed to meet exact project requirements. Changes in the project requirements that increase loading or moving building components can  more...

Medical Privacy Rights of Minors ...ts and issues. Learning Objectives - You will be able to define the rights of minors under HIPAA. - You will be able to explain right to disclose vs. obligation to disclose. - You will be able to discuss practical tips for addressing minor rights issues. This audio conference is designed for medical records directors, attorneys, health information directors, medical facility administrators,  more...

Digital Manufacturing: Improve Productivity, Lower Costs and Compress Delivery Times BenefitsToday's globally competitive environment is forcing manufacturing companies of all sizes to rethink and better integrate their overall approach to product development, from concept to product design to manufacturing engineering and beyond. As a result, many companies are seeking new ways to improve their competitive position through the proper adoption of digital manufacturing and other  more...

Roadway Rights of Way: Understanding the Legal and Practical Issues BenefitsThis teleconference will provide comprehensive and useful information about rights of way, easements and issues related to their creation, use and liability. If you are a land surveyor responsible for determining property boundaries, an engineer involved in highway and roadway design, a governmental official affected by route location and selection, or an attorney involved in real estate  more...

Surety Bonds and Contract Provisions BenefitsWhile there are many general rules of suretyship, a performance bond is a tri-partite agreement among owner (oblige), contractor (principal) and surety (obligor). The surety acts as the guarantor of the contractor's performance. The rights, duties and obligations of the parties will be determined by the rules of contract interpretation. Key areas of potential dispute focus on the surety's  more...

Land Use Law Update ...l be able to discuss RLUIPA issues. - You will be able to define regulatory takings. - You will be able to explain interface with traditional land use and environmental laws. - You will be able to review recent court decisions affecting land use. This teleconference is designed for attorneys, presidents, vice presidents, developers, project managers, engineers, architects, planners,  more...

Construction Joint Ventures: Benefits and Pitfalls ...ure disasters. Learning Objectives - You will be able to define key economic terms of a joint venture. - You will be able to explain joint venture governance. - You will be able to discuss proprietary information and business secrets. - You will be able to review dispute resolution within the joint venture. This teleconference is designed for project managers, contractors, subcontractors,  more...

Ohio Prompt Payment Act Update BenefitsThe Prompt Payment Act contains some often misunderstood or overlooked requirements that are critical to protecting project profitability. Cash flow is the lifeblood for most companies, but particularly contractors. Many contractors, subcontractors, specialty trades and suppliers are forced to finance the construction of a project as a result of delayed payment from their contracting  more...

Emerging Trends in Metal Roofing ...energy sources. Learning Objectives: You will be able to define the current state of the metal roofing. You will be able to explain why metal roofing is the fastest growing residential roof product. You will be able to discuss why new components used in a metal roof system can significantly reduce heat gain/loss and energy costs. You will be able to recognize the future tends of metal roofing.  more...

Contractor's Dilemma of Dealing With Bad Plans and Specs ...ter bad plans. Learning Objectives - You will be able to define the different roles between the owner, architect and contractor. - You will be able to review what to do when you encounter problems during construction. - You will be able to recognize potential legal issues. - You will be able to explain pre-bid and bid process. This teleconference is designed for engineers, project managers,  more...

California Wetlands: New Issues and Regulations Affecting Land Use Planning ... obligations. Learning Objectives - You will be able to define new and emerging wetland regulation issues. - You will be able to identify trends in In-Lieu Fee Programs (HCP). - You will be able to explain integration of 404 with HCP process. - You will be able to discuss CEQA issues and climate change issues. This teleconference is designed for attorneys, presidents, vice presidents,  more...

Sustainable Design and LEED Specification Requirements ...ntify and evaluate green materials. - You will be able to define materials and LEED categories. LEED is a registered trademark of U.S. Green Building Council and this event is not sponsored by or affiliated with U.S. Green Building Council. This teleconference is designed for engineers, construction and project managers, contractors, subcontractors, architects, presidents, vice presidents,  more...

Planning and Zoning Techniques for Open Space Preservation ...to explain how to develop the plan. - You will be able to define regulatory approach vs. incentives and purchase of rights. - You will be able to identify multiple values and uses of open space. - You will be able to review open space and buffering requirements. Presidents, vice presidents, project managers, engineers, architects, developers, planners, principals, real estate professionals,  more...

Common Principles for Successful Design-Build Projects BenefitsYou will learn how design-build project delivery systems differ from the traditional design-bid-build system, how to evaluate whether design-build may be advantageous for your particular situation and project, how to structure a design-build approach to maximize the probability of a successful project in either the private or the public sector and how to select an appropriate contract  more...

Lease vs. Buy: Choosing the Best Option ...fice and manufacturing equipment. The teleconference will define and compare types of leases and other financings, address key accounting and tax issues, and focus on legal and practical concerns. In addition to highlighting principal issues, we'll propose practical solutions and compromises. Purchasing managers, material managers, presidents, vice presidents, business owners and managers,  more...

Recognizing Child Abuse ...child victim. Learning Objectives - You will be able to define child abuse. - You will be able to recognize signs of child abuse. - You will be able to describe the role of the SANE nurse. - You will be able to discuss key aspects of mandatory reporting. Lorman Business Center, Inc. dba Lorman Education Services is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the Wisconsin Nurses  more...

Forums for Resolving Construction Disputes ...n to pursue the matter beyond the administrative remedies defined in the contract can turn out to be a worthwhile investment or throwing good money after bad. Often the difference is related to the forum that has been chosen to resolve the dispute. As a result, contractors and owners, and the attorneys who represent them, need to be familiar with the different options that exist for resolving  more...

LEED Tax Incentives and Credits for Green Buildings ...federal, state and utility rebates. - You will be able to define the impact of American Recovery Reinvestment Act. - You will be able to discuss financing and loan programs. - You will be able to explain the potential impact of pending federal legislation. LEED is a registered trademark of U.S. Green Building Council and this event is not sponsored by or affiliated with U.S. Green Building  more...

Easement Valuations: Common Pitfalls and Principles BenefitsMany state and local governments are acquiring a variety of preservation easements for a broad variety of reasons and it is important that property owners understand the proper method of valuing these easements to insure they are receiving just compensation. Further, condemnors are increasingly recharacterizing temporary construction easements as noneasements to avoid paying compensation.  more...

Leasing Public Infrastructure BenefitsFinancing of public infrastructure assets has been popular in Europe and Latin America but is a relatively new phenomenon in the United States. During the first part of this decade, the financing of public infrastructure through public/private partnership concession and lease agreements became increasingly popular. Although these transactions have slowed during the recent financial crisis,  more...

Air Rights in Development: Current Trends and Legal Concerns ...discuss choosing a legal structure. - You will be able to define documentation of necessary easements and other property rights and covenants through common law or condominium declarations. - You will be able to describe valuation of air parcels for property tax and other purposes. Attorneys, developers, planners, government officials, presidents, vice presidents, executive directors, land  more...

Building Code Compliance Specifications ...specifications. Learning Objectives: You will be able to define who has responsibility for code compliance. You will be able to describe what to include in project specifications. You will be able to identify how peer review can help verify code compliance. You will be able to recognize the impact of green requirements on building codes. Project managers, contractors, subcontractors,  more...

Well Agreements: Legal Issues and Contract Solutions BenefitsAgreements pertaining to the construction, use, ownership and operation of wells are necessary and useful in a variety of situations. In rural areas, where connection to a municipal water system may not be possible, a group of homeowners may wish to share a domestic well. A shared well may also be a cost-effective solution for industrial users that do not wish to take treated domestic  more...

Avoiding the Risk of Subcontractor Default BenefitsIn today's construction market, many contractors find themselves expanding into new territories to secure profitable work. With this expansion comes the increased risk of subcontractor default due to unfamiliarity with local subcontractors and suppliers. The default of a critical subcontractor or supplier can have a substantial impact on a project causing delays that can adversely affect  more...

Opportunities for Recycling Construction Waste and Demolition Debris ...nd recycling. Learning Objectives: - You will be able to define what construction waste and demolition debris are and how they fit in the national waste picture. - You will be able to discuss the different market forces and the requirements to setting up a construction or demolition debris reuse and recycling program. - You will be able to identify and 'follow the money' regarding the  more...

Easement Valuations: Common Pitfalls and Principles BenefitsMany state and local governments are acquiring a variety of preservation easements for a broad variety of reasons and it is important that property owners understand the proper method of valuing these easements to insure they are receiving just compensation. Further, condemnors are increasingly recharacterizing temporary construction easements as noneasements to avoid paying compensation.  more...

Pros and Cons of Cost-Plus vs. Fixed Price Contracts ...n lump sum and cost-plus contracts. - You will be able to define advantages and disadvantages of lump sum and cost-plus contracts. - You will be able to describe current economic climate on the legal framework on financing, payments, suspension and termination, bankruptcy and defaults. - You will be able to define costs vs. rates. Project managers, contractors, subcontractors, presidents,  more...

A Road Map to Greening Our Residential Buildings: National Green Building Standards Review ...elp save the most water and energy. - You will be able to define ways to save money and the environment together. - You will be able to report what obstacles are still in the way of helping to green residential buildings. - You will be able to recognize how improvements will result in incredible surplus of energy, resources and money. Engineers, project managers, presidents, vice presidents,  more...

Access Management Design and Development BenefitsAccess management is a critical element of every private and public roadway or site development project. As a transportation engineer and/or planner, understanding the basics of access design and access development is crucial in delivering a successful project to your client. Driveway access to a site can have positive or negative consequences on the amount of potential business a retail  more...

Traffic Management for Construction Work Zones: Unique Challenges and Solutions BenefitsThe hazards encountered at construction zones vary by project and by project phases. To address these hazards, certain program elements must be completed before work begins, while additional elements must be addressed on-site and on an on-going basis. Many contractors who are required to prepare and implement traffic control plans often do not understand how to process the approval and  more...

Promoting Wellness and Recovery of People With Mental Illness Through Strengths-Based, Person-Centered Practice ...our practice. Learning Objectives - You will be able to define the purpose of working with people with mental illness. - You will be able to identify three critical concepts in strengths perspective. - You will be able to describe the six principles of strengths-based, persons-centered practice. - You will be able to explain seven core functions of strengths-based, person-centered practice.  more...

Developing, Managing and Analyzing a Budget: Understand and Implement an Effective Budget for Better Management and Financial De BenefitsThis teleconference will show how proper planning and budgeting are the keys to success, and operating without a plan or budget is an invitation to fail. This concept holds for businesses - no matter how large or small - nonprofits and governments. Budgeting is a dynamic process, not a static one. By knowing the types of budgets and processes that have worked for others, one can create an  more...

15- Minute Expert Adult Patient Assessments: Practical Strategies, Tips, and Updates for Health Care Professionals ...straightforward head to toe system. - You will be able to define the most important steps in each section of the head to toe 15 minute expert exam. - You will be able to describe the most common disorders encountered by health care professionals and the key clues and symptoms to watch for to determine the need for immediate follow-up. - You will be able to review practical strategies for  more...

Health Care Facility Design and Development BenefitsDeveloping or expanding a health care facility is particularly challenging in the modern economic and regulatory environment. Health care administrators are looking for project delivery models that ensure excellence in planning and delivery. Incorporating thought leadership in design, operational efficiency and sustainability, as well as efficient project delivery are important  more...

Maintain and Gain Downtown Businesses in a Tough Economy: Key Retention and Recruitment Concepts ...sue this goal. Learning Objectives - You will be able to define reasons why businesses succeed and fail. - You will be able to identify when a business is struggling before it's too late to help them. - You will be able to review the most common business retention strategies available to downtown businesses. - You will be able to discuss techniques for good business recruitment. City  more...

Measurement, Management, Reduction: Tools for Tracking Waste in Construction Projects ...entify LEED and other certifications. You will be able to define waste reduction and waste recycling. LEED is a registered trademark of U.S. Green Building Council and this event is not sponsored by or affiliated with U.S. Green Building Council. LEED AP is a registered trademark of U.S. Green Building Council and this event is not sponsored by or affiliated with U.S. Green Building Council.  more...

Preliminary Project Description Fundamentals ...t Descriptions. Learning Objectives: You will be able to define the purpose of PPDs during schematic design. You will be able to describe the PPD and performance specifications. You will be able to discuss the PPD and building information modeling. You will be able to review building sitework and general requirements. LEED is a registered trademark of U.S. Green Building Council and this  more...

Green Building Design Basics ...your business. Learning Objectives - You will be able to define what green building is. - You will be able to identify principles of LEED. - You will be able to review what building types are covered by LEED. - You will be able to discuss information resources and tools. LEED is a registered trademark of U.S. Green Building Council and this event is not sponsored by or affiliated with U.S.  more...

Fast-Track Construction: Opportunities and Challenges Management ...sful project. Learning Objectives: - You will be able to define concepts and trade-offs of fast-track construction. - You will be able to review new trends that affect fast-track construction. - You will be able to recognize challenges in code, project design and contracts. - You will be able to discuss early planning participants-owner, design team and contractor. Engineers, architects,  more...

A Guide to Hybrid Coding ...requirements. Learning Objectives: - You will be able to define hybrid coding. - You will be able to explain the difference between traditional zoning, form-based zoning and hybrid zoning. - You will be able to describe the five steps to creating a hybrid code. - You will be able to discuss the pros and cons of hybrid coding. Attorneys, presidents, vice presidents, developers, project  more...

Valid Consents BenefitsEach day patients and their families are faced with the difficult decision of electing to undergo a medical procedure. Before obtaining an affirmative decision, it is important that the health care practitioner obtain informed consent. This teleconference will educate you on how to determine whether a patient is capable of giving informed consent. This teleconference also explains who may  more...

Understanding the Bridging Project Delivery Method BenefitsMany project owners who have elected to employ the Bridging method or their owner's design consultant (sometimes referred to as the bridging architect, design architect or lead architect) fail to fully understand or follow the details of what really makes bridging work for the project owner. A common misunderstanding that almost always leads to less-than-good results is using traditional  more...

Scope, Extent and Effect of EPA's New "All Appropriate Inquiry Standard" for Environmental Due Diligence ...es final rule. Learning Objectives - You will be able to define all appropriate inquiry and how it relates to brownfields laws. - You will be able to discuss the interplay between all appropriate inquiry and ASTM standards. - You will be able to review the EPA and stakeholders views of how the standard has worked to date. - You will be able to identify when all appropriate inquiries must be  more...

Managing Construction Projects BenefitsUnderstanding and then executing the complex process of construction management can be daunting, especially during the initiation phase of a capital project. Getting your arms around a complex project and then delivering on the benefits is a challenging, yet rewarding, endeavor. This teleconference will introduce the process-based procedures utilized to manage construction projects. We  more...

Prequalification in Government Construction Contracts BenefitsWhat is the difference between prequalification and traditional post-bid responsibility determinations, and how do you address them in different types of contracts? This teleconference will discuss how to recognize and deal with prequalification requirements in federal contracts. State and local government procurements such as the Model Procurement Code, entities under federal grant  more...

Current Issues in Development Impact Fees BenefitsDevelopment impact fees, mitigation fees, connection charges and similar exactions imposed as conditions of approval for development activity continue to multiply and play an increasingly dominant role in the development approval process. Public agencies, from cities to regional air quality regulators to local sanitation districts, increasingly depend upon fee-type revenues not only to  more...

Storm Water Best Management Practice (BMP) Inspection and Maintenance ...g new benchmark discharge criteria. - You will be able to define typical maintenance requirements of and common problems with construction BMPs for linear projects. - You will be able to integrate tips on how to select and design BMPs with maintenance in mind. - You will be able to list technologies to help manage multiple storm water or BMPs at multiple facilities. Engineers, public works  more...

Effective Utilization of Employee Waivers ...cks and drug testing. During employment, employee waivers define employee expectations of privacy in the workplace and limit company liability for employee activities. After employment has ended, particularly in the context of group layoffs, effective and legally compliant waivers are critical in protecting employers from claims. This teleconference will address how to prepare and implement  more...

Payment Fraud ...ttending the session: for electronic payments, be able to define the differences and priority for managing fraud, credit and authentication; gain a basic understanding of how e-commerce fraud has evolved, being able to describe the characteristics of past attacks on e-commerce merchants; gain a basic understanding on the types of fraudsters, methods and loss implications for fraudsters; and be  more...

Estate Planning for Vacation Homes nSummer and holiday gatherings at the family vacation home have become important traditions for many families. Providing a place where family members can relax, reconnect and escape the busy pace of life is increasingly significant to many families. Parents want to perpetuate these cherished memories and experiences throughout the generations. To do so requires careful, thoughtful planning by both  more...

Auditory Processing Disorders: An Effective AUD/SLP Collaborative Approach To Evaluation And Treatment nWhat is an auditory processing disorder and what are the symptoms of APD? What is the role of the audiologist and the speech-language pathologist in the identification and management of APD? How can audiologists and speech-language pathologists collaborate effectively in the evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of APD, and what are the benefits of an effective collaboration? How can audiologists  more...

Aging Building Management: Best Practices in Development Long-Term Capital Plans nUp to 30% of the average organization's annual capital outlay is spent on facilities and related infrastructure. How can an organization ensure it is most effectively leveraging this investment to support operations today and meet the needs of the future? n nOptimally managing capital assets requires detailed information about the condition of an organization's facilities and major building  more...