March 2026 Safety Directors Forum
2026-03-25 08:00 - 09:30 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis)
Safety in Focus: CCS Programs, Metrics & Member Insights
Join CCS for its Safety Directors Forum on Wednesday, March 25, facilitated by CCS Association Manager Paige Riley and CCS Safety Director Gary Martin. This forum will bring together safety leaders to review CCS programs and discuss current initiatives impacting the industry. The session will highlight membership safety statistics, key trends, and areas for improvement across participating organizations. Attendees will engage in open dialogue to share best practices, address common challenges, and collaborate on strategies to strengthen safety culture and improve safety performance across their organizations. This interactive discussion is designed to encourage peer learning and meaningful collaboration among CCS members.
Attendees can earn up to 0.1 CEU credit for this event by attending and completing a comprehensive check. Safety Resources is our authorized IACET CEU provider.
The CCS Safety Directors’ Forum is a great way to connect with your peers in the construction and contractor maintenance industry. Everyone is welcome, so please join CCS on March 25 from 8:00am – 9:30am ET at Bowen Engineering, 8802 N Meridian St, Indianapolis, IN 46260 or online for this hybrid event. Please register below.
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Reasonable Suspicion Training
2026-04-01 08:30 - 11:30, 2026-12-08 08:30 - 11:30
This 3-hour training equips supervisors and safety professionals with the knowledge and confidence needed to make reasonable suspicion determinations in the workplace. The course focuses on recognizing signs of substance abuse, documenting observations, and following proper procedures for referral and testing. It is designed to support compliance with company policies and federal regulations regarding workplace substance use.
Learning Objectives

Identify signs and symptoms of alcohol and drug abuse
Establish reasonable suspicion based on observable behaviors
Understand how to refer an employee for drug and alcohol testing
Follow proper documentation procedures
Know the consequences of failing a drug or alcohol test

Participants will receive a certificate of completion from Indiana Testing, Inc..
Date: April 1, 2026 or December 8, 2026
Time: 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Location: CCS Office, 6510 Telecom Dr., Suite 200, Indianapolis, IN 46278
Cost: $69 for full members, $119 for nonmembers
Provider: Indiana Testing, Inc.
Instructor
Mike Addison, Indiana Testing, Inc.
Mike is a Senior Safety Consultant with Indiana Testing Inc. (ITI) and has over 36 years of experience in law enforcement and transportation safety. Before joining ITI, he served with the Indiana State Police, specializing in commercial vehicle enforcement and hazardous materials compliance. At ITI, Mike focuses on DOT compliance, safety programs, and regulatory training to help companies meet federal standards and maintain safe operations.
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April 2026 Safety Directors Forum
2026-04-22 08:00 - 09:30
Arc Flash Awareness
Join CCS for its Safety Directors Forum on Wednesday, April 22, focused on arc flash awareness, prevention, and the critical role of lockout/tagout (LOTO) in reducing exposure risks. This session will be led by Jake Powers of Safety Resources.
Rather than a full arc flash training, this forum will provide a high-level overview designed to build awareness and spark discussion among safety leaders. Jake will outline foundational arc flash concepts and explore how arc flash incidents often occur when LOTO cannot be used—or is not properly utilized—helping attendees better connect these two critical safety topics in real-world construction and contractor maintenance environments. This session will be peer-driven and interactive, encouraging open discussion around challenges, considerations, and best practices.
Attendees can earn up to 0.1 CEU credit for this event by attending and completing a comprehensive check. Safety Resources is our authorized IACET CEU provider.
The CCS Safety Directors’ Forum is a great way to connect with your peers in the construction and contractor maintenance industry. Everyone is welcome, so please join CCS on April 22 from 8:00am – 9:30am ET at Bowen Engineering, 8802 N Meridian St, Indianapolis, IN 46260 or online for this hybrid event. Please register below.
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2026 CCS Awards Celebration
2026-04-23 16:30 - 20:00
Join CCS for the Construction Safety Event of the Year!
Join CCS for its Awards Celebration where we will celebrate the safety achievements in the construction and facilities maintenance industry! This year’s event will be held April 23, 2026 at the Scottish Rite Cathedral where the evening will culminate with the awarding of the CCS Excellence in Safety Award. The Awards Celebration will be held from 4:30 – 8:00 p.m. and will be a reception with networking and awards presentation.
CCS has a variety of sponsorship packages for the event that will provide new and creative benefits for sponsor companies. Don’t miss your chance to get your company’s name in front of hundreds of construction safety industry leaders! Learn more about open sponsorship opportunities.
Be sure to be a part of the largest gathering of leaders from the construction safety industry!
Details

CCS Awards – April 23, 2026 4:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Scottish Rite Cathedral, 650 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis
Reception/Awards Program (Cash Bar & Heavy Hors d’oeuvres)
Business Attire
Complimentary parking on site

Registration is almost fully booked. If you are interested in attending, please reach out to Anna Gleason at anna@ccs-safety.org.

Title Sponsor

Celebration Sponsors

Outstanding Craftsperson Sponsor

Eagle Sponsors

Safety First in Construction Day T-shirt Sponsors
AAA Roofing Co., Inc.
Beaty Construction
Earth Images, Inc.
Gaylor Electric
Greiner Brothers
Indiana Testing, Inc.
International Cooling Tower USA, Inc.
Patriot Engineering and Environmental, Inc.
Performance Services, Inc.
Supporting Sponsors
Central Indiana Insulation
Johnson Controls
Star Environmental, Inc.
Superheat FGH
Signage Sponsor
Repro Graphix

First Aid/CPR/AED Training
2026-05-05 08:00 - 10:00, 2026-10-14 08:00 - 10:00
This 2-hour course provides hands-on training in adult CPR, AED use, and basic first aid techniques. Participants will learn to respond to cardiac emergencies, choking, bleeding, burns, and other common workplace injuries.
Learning Objectives

Perform adult CPR and use an AED effectively
Respond to choking, bleeding, burns, and other injuries
Recognize signs of cardiac arrest and stroke
Apply basic first aid techniques in emergency situations
Understand legal and workplace responsibilities in providing aid

Participants will receive a certificate of completion from CCS and Quick Response CPR valid for two years.
Date: May 5, 2026 & October 14, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Location: CCS Office, 6510 Telecom Dr., Suite 200, Indianapolis, Indiana 46278
Cost: $79 for full members, $129 for nonmembers
Provider: Quick Response CPR
Instructor
Dennis Smith, Quick Response CPR
Dennis is an experienced firefighter and EMT with a strong background in emergency medical services, vehicle extrication, rope rescue, and advanced life support. He holds an associate degree in Emergency Medical Technology from Ivy Tech and leads Quick Response CPR, serving hundreds of clients across Indiana.
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May 2026 Safety Directors Forum
2026-05-27 08:00 - 09:30
Join CCS on Wednesday, May 27 for the highly anticipated Safety Directors Forum, where we will spotlight the outstanding organizations recognized at this year’s CCS Awards.
This event offers a unique opportunity to gain insight from industry leaders who exemplify excellence in safety performance and innovation. This year’s award recipient of the prestigious Excellence in Safety Award, BMWC Constructors, will share the foundational elements of their safety culture and key highlights from their award-winning submission.
Additionally, hear from the Safety Innovation Award and Outstanding Project Safety Award winners as they unveil their creative approaches to shape the future of safety performance, and strategies implemented on their recognized project.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn directly from our top safety performers and bring fresh ideas back to your own teams.
Attendees can earn up to 0.1 CEU credit for this event by attending and completing a comprehensive check. Safety Resources is our authorized IACET CEU provider.
The CCS Safety Directors’ Forum is a great way to connect with your peers in the construction and contractor maintenance industry. Everyone is welcome, so please join CCS on May 27 from 8:00am – 9:30am ET at the Bowen Engineering, 8802 N Meridian St, Indianapolis, IN 46260 or online for this hybrid event.
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Trench Competent Person Training
2026-06-11 12:00 - 16:00
This 4-hour course prepares individuals to serve as the designated “competent person” for trenching and excavation operations. Participants will learn to assess soil conditions, implement protective systems, and conduct daily inspections in compliance with OSHA Subpart P.
Learning Objectives

Classify soil types and assess trench stability
Identify trenching hazards and implement control measures
Select and apply appropriate protective systems
Conduct daily inspections and document findings
Understand the responsibilities of a trench competent person

Participants will receive a printed certificate of completion from ARS. The training is OSHA compliant and certified by ARS.
Date: June 11, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: Advanced Rescue Solutions, 1173 Airport Parkway, Greenwood, IN 46143
Cost: $200 for members, $250 for nonmembers
Provider: Advanced Rescue Solutions
Instructor
Todd Taylor, Advanced Rescue Solutions
Todd has over 36 years in the fire service and currently serves as Ladder 82 Captain with Wayne Township Fire Department. He is a Rescue Team Manager with FEMA INTF-1, lead instructor for FDIC Heavy Truck Extrication, and Director of Advanced Rescue Solutions. Todd has been involved in technical rescue since 1995 and is a seasoned FDIC classroom and HOT instructor.
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2026 Safety Series Session 2: Building a Strong Safety Culture
2026-06-24 08:00 - 10:00
Join CCS for an engaging three-part safety series led by Bruce Guiliani—a retired safety professional with over 50 years of experience in the field. This series is designed for construction safety leaders who want practical insights, timely lessons, and innovative strategies to tackle today’s challenges. Through real-world stories, emerging technologies, and collaborative discussions, you’ll gain tools to foster trust, spark new ideas, and drive safety excellence every day. Read about the second session below.
Session 2: Building a Strong Safety Culture—From Words to Daily Actions
Date: June 24, 2026
Time: 8:00am-10:00am
Location: Merchants Bank, 441 W Michigan St, Indianapolis, IN 46202
A strong safety culture doesn’t happen by luck—it’s built intentionally, reinforced daily, and owned at every level of an organization. In this session, Bruce Guiliani, retired Safety Professional, leads an interactive discussion focused on what safety culture really is, why it matters, and how construction leaders can strengthen it in practical, measurable ways.
Participants will explore the core elements of an effective safety culture, the business and human benefits of getting it right, and common pitfalls that can undermine progress. This session is designed to be highly collaborative—attendees with established safety cultures are encouraged to share real-world stories about what worked, what didn’t, and what helped move the needle.
Expect candid conversation, peer-to-peer learning, and actionable strategies to help translate safety values into everyday behaviors across your organization.
Learning outcomes:

Define the key components of a strong, sustainable safety culture.
Identify leadership behaviors and systems that reinforce safe work practices.
Learn from peer examples of successful safety culture improvements and lessons learned.

The CCS Safety Series will be in-person at Merchants Bank at 441 W Michigan St, Indianapolis, IN 46202 from 8:00am-10:00am on June 24. Save the date for the last session in the series: November 11.
Each attendee that completes a speaker evaluation and answers the comprehension questions will receive 0.2 CEU for each safety session of the series for a total of 0.6 CEUs for the entire series. Safety Resources is our authorized IACET CEU provider.
The cost per session as a member is $99 and as a nonmember is $125. Register for this session of the CCS Safety Series today!
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Confined Space Training
2026-07-09 08:00 - 16:00
This full-day course course provides participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to safely enter and work in confined spaces. The course covers OSHA 1926 Subpart AA requirements, including hazard identification, atmospheric testing, entry permits, and emergency procedures. It is designed for workers and supervisors who may encounter confined spaces such as tanks, vaults, and pits.
Learning Objectives

Define and identify permit-required confined spaces
Conduct atmospheric monitoring and interpret results
Understand roles of entrants, attendants, and supervisors
Follow entry permit procedures and emergency protocols
Implement rescue strategies and use appropriate PPE

Participants will receive a printed certificate of completion from ARS. The training is OSHA compliant and certified by ARS.
Date: July 9, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Lunch will be provided)
Location: Advanced Rescue Solutions, 1173 Airport Parkway, Greenwood, IN 46143
Cost: $200 for full members, $250 for nonmembers
Provider: Advanced Rescue Solutions
Instructor
Todd Taylor, Advanced Rescue Solutions
Todd has over 36 years in the fire service and currently serves as Ladder 82 Captain with Wayne Township Fire Department. He is a Rescue Team Manager with FEMA INTF-1, lead instructor for FDIC Heavy Truck Extrication, and Director of Advanced Rescue Solutions. Todd has been involved in technical rescue since 1995 and is a seasoned FDIC classroom and HOT instructor.
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July 2026 CCS Safety Directors Forum
2026-07-22 08:00 - 09:30
Join CCS on Wednesday, July 22 for our upcoming Safety Directors Forum, where, following her introduction at this year’s CCS Awards Celebration, Charmaine Mullins-Jaime, Assistant Professor at Indiana State University, will expand on her research examining leading indicators and best practices in the construction industry—and how they directly relate to safety performance outcomes.
Drawing from an analysis of approximately 400 audit criteria across 263 CCS participating companies, her work explores the connection between proactive safety measures and key metrics such as TRIR, DART, and EMR.
During this session, Charmaine will provide deeper insight into:

The role of leading indicators in predicting safety outcomes
Key practices associated with lower incident rates, including near-miss reporting, emergency planning, and safety goal tracking
The importance of workplace analysis, communication, and corrective actions in building stronger safety cultures

This forum provides a valuable opportunity to engage with research-backed insights, ask questions, and collaborate across the construction safety community—don’t miss this opportunity to bring fresh, data-driven insights back to your team.
Attendees can earn up to 0.1 CEU credit for this event by attending and completing a comprehensive check. Safety Resources is our authorized IACET CEU provider.
The CCS Safety Directors’ Forum is a great way to connect with your peers in the construction and contractor maintenance industry. Everyone is welcome so please join CCS on July 22 from 8:00am – 9:30am ET at Bowen Engineering, 8802 N Meridian St, Indianapolis, IN 46260 or online for this hybrid event. Please click on the link below to register.
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August 2026 CCS Safety Directors Forum
2026-08-26 08:00 - 09:30
2026 IOSHA Update
Join CCS on Wednesday, August 26 for our Safety Directors Forum where Deputy Commissioner, Kelly Baines, and Deputy Commissioner of Labor, Kenneth R. Boucher, of the Indiana Department of Labor will present an update on the activities of the Indiana Department of Labor and specifically Indiana OSHA.
Attendees can earn up to 0.1 CEU credit for this event by attending and completing a comprehensive check. Safety Resources is our authorized IACET CEU provider.
The CCS Safety Directors’ Forum is a great way to connect with your peers in the construction and contractor maintenance industry. Everyone is welcome so please join CCS on August 26 from 8:00am – 9:30am ET at Bowen Engineering, 8802 N Meridian St, Indianapolis, IN 46260 or online for this hybrid event. Please click on the link below to register.
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Fall Protection Competent Person Training
2026-08-27 08:00 - 16:00
This full-day, 8-hour Competent Person training equips participants with the knowledge and skills to recognize and mitigate fall hazards in the workplace. Upon successful completion of this course, participants will meet the training requirements to serve as a Competent Person under OSHA standards.
The course aligns with OSHA 1926.503 and emphasizes the proper use of fall protection systems, hazard recognition, equipment inspection, and regulatory compliance.
Learning Objectives

Identify common fall hazards in construction and general industry
Understand OSHA requirements for fall protection systems
Demonstrate proper use of harnesses, lanyards, and anchors
Conduct equipment inspections and recognize signs of wear
Develop and implement site-specific fall protection plans

Participants will receive a printed certificate of completion from ARS. The training is OSHA compliant and certified by ARS.
Date: February 19, 2026 or August 27, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Lunch will be provided)
Location: Advanced Rescue Solutions, 1173 Airport Parkway, Greenwood, IN 46143
Cost: $200 for full members, $250 for nonmembers
Provider: Advanced Rescue Solutions
Instructors
Todd Taylor, Advanced Rescue Solutions
Todd has over 36 years in the fire service and currently serves as Ladder 82 Captain with Wayne Township Fire Department. He is a Rescue Team Manager with FEMA INTF-1, lead instructor for FDIC Heavy Truck Extrication, and Director of Advanced Rescue Solutions. Todd has been involved in technical rescue since 1995 and is a seasoned FDIC classroom and HOT instructor.
Clint Crafton, Advanced Rescue Solutions
Clinton is a retired Deputy Chief of Operations from Whitestown Fire Department and previously served 22 years with Fishers Fire Department. He led the dive rescue team and coordinated special operations. Clinton is a former Public Safety Dive Instructor and FDIC HOT instructor, and author of ARS Technical Rescue Crib Notes.
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Registration for this session is now closed. For more information, please contact Anna Gleason at anna@ccs-safety.org.

Respiratory Protection Training
2026-09-18 08:00 - 12:00
This half-day course provides an overview of OSHA’s Respiratory Protection Standard (29 CFR 1910.134) and the proper use of respirators in the workplace. Participants will learn about respiratory hazards, types of respirators, fit testing, maintenance, and storage. The training is essential for employees working in environments with airborne contaminants.
Learning Objectives

Identify respiratory hazards and exposure risks
Select appropriate respirators for specific tasks
Understand fit testing and medical evaluation requirements
Maintain and store respiratory equipment properly
Develop and follow a written respiratory protection program

Participants will receive a printed certificate of completion from ARS. The training is OSHA compliant and certified by ARS.
Date: September 18, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Advanced Rescue Solutions, 1173 Airport Parkway, Greenwood, IN 46143
Cost: $200 for full members, $250 for nonmembers
Provider: Advanced Rescue Solutions
Instructor
Clint Crafton, Advanced Rescue Solutions
Clinton is a retired Deputy Chief of Operations from Whitestown Fire Department and previously served 22 years with Fishers Fire Department. He led the dive rescue team and coordinated special operations. Clinton is a former Public Safety Dive Instructor and FDIC HOT instructor, and author of ARS Technical Rescue Crib Notes.
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LOTO and Electrical Safety Training
2026-11-18 08:00 - 12:00
This half-day course combines Lockout/Tagout procedures with electrical safety fundamentals. Participants will learn how to control hazardous energy during equipment servicing and maintenance, and how to identify and mitigate electrical hazards. The course meets OSHA 1910.147 and NFPA 70E standards.
Learning Objectives

Identify sources of hazardous energy and electrical risks
Apply lockout/tagout procedures to isolate equipment
Understand OSHA 1910.147 and NFPA 70E requirements
Recognize arc flash hazards and use appropriate PPE
Document and verify energy control procedures

Participants will receive a printed certificate of completion from ARS. The training is OSHA compliant and certified by ARS.
Date: November 18, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Advanced Rescue Solutions, 1173 Airport Parkway, Greenwood, IN 46143
Cost: $200 for full members, $250 for nonmembers
Provider: Advanced Rescue Solutions
Instructor
Clint Crafton, Advanced Rescue Solutions
Clinton is a retired Deputy Chief of Operations from Whitestown Fire Department and previously served 22 years with Fishers Fire Department. He led the dive rescue team and coordinated special operations. Clinton is a former Public Safety Dive Instructor and FDIC HOT instructor, and author of ARS Technical Rescue Crib Notes.
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