1. Demonstrate the characteristic s of a professional in the occupation.
2. Participate in union-related activities.

1. Locate occupational information using blueprints.
2. Answer basic construction questions related to the layout and installation of materials at the jobsite.

1. Don (put on), doff (remove), inspect, and maintain the proper PPE that should be worn while performing Trade Show tasks including, but not limited to: Head Face Eyes Ears Hands Body Feet Respiratory
2. Perform a job analysis for safe working conditions, including: Attend pre-job safety meetings Adhere to site specific safety rules and federal regulations Read and interpret MSDS Establish and maintain a safe working perimeter
3. Demonstrate the safe operating procedures of forklift and man-lifting equipment.
4. Safely demonstrate the proper techniques for rigging and hoisting display materials, and hanging signs.
5. Maintain clean work areas (housekeeping).
6. Identify the locations of First Aid and Fire Equipment.

1. Demonstrate the characteristics of a professional Trade Show worker.
2. Exhibit suitable appearance and personal hygiene.
3. Exhibit proper attitude and behavior on the job site, including private residences and other occupied buildings.
4. Deal with difficult customers in a professional and courteous manner.
5. Interpret written and verbal instructions.
6. Recognize the importance of cooperation and interaction with related trades on a job site.
7. Demonstrate the ability to follow specific work place protocol and procedures.
8. Demonstrate proper operation of craft specific tools.
9. Demonstrate math applications relating to Trade Show jobs.
10. Demonstrate the use of floor symbols.
11. Accurately read a delivery work order and drop sheet, and deliver the correct items to the correct place.
12. Demonstrate the proper setup and assembly order of all display components, such as pipe and drape, carpet, tables and counters.
13. Dismantle booth stock and demonstrate proper packing procedures for: Pipes and drapes Tables and counters Carpet and showcases Peg-Board™ and tack board
14. Demonstrate proper interpretation of work orders and delivery lists.
15. Demonstrate the use of line tape during floor layout.

1. Demonstrate the proper use of safety equipment when erecting and dismantling displays.
2. Show the proper selection and use of tools for use on different types of displays.
3. Demonstrate the proper order of installation for a given display.
4. Demonstrate the ability to clean and condition all display graphics and displays.
5. Demonstrate the procedures for dismantling, packing, and storing displays.
6. Demonstrate floor marking and table skirting.
7. Demonstrate booth set-up for various display configurations.

1. Demonstrate proper placement of carpet and padding.
2. Demonstrate various methods for installing carpet for a Trade Show.
3. Demonstrate the proper sequence and method to stretch and tape aisle carpet.
4. Demonstrate the proper techniques to safely remove and store aisle carpet.

1. Interpret and complete paperwork involved in handling freight.
2. Demonstrate the principles of good ergonomics when lifting, handling, and performing repeated job tasks.
3. Demonstrate the proper use of motorized mechanical aides in handling Trade Show freight.
4. Demonstrate proper manual lifting techniques for handling Trade Show freight and materials.

1. Demonstrate the use of various knots and stitch guns when hanging a sign.
2. Demonstrate the ability to calculate the load and its attachment points.
3. Demonstrate the safe and proper use of fall arrest equipment.
4. Demonstrate the operation of boom and scissor lifts.
5. Hang a sign using the proper equipment, tools and personnel.
6. Demonstrate the basic principles and application of rigging methods and equipment in various situations.

Identify the historical reasons for unionization. Describe the strengths and weaknesses of the labor movement in the U.S. Describe the union structure and its activities. Explain how unions promote the occupation and serve its members Understand the union’s impact on economic issues, corporation, productivity, and distribution of wealth. Identify and explain the most significant labor laws of the 1900s. Analyze the impact the labor movement has had on social and political reform. Evaluate the IUPAT’s role in the labor movement from 1887 to the Present.

Investigate the current state of the union’s market share. Discuss the personal rewards and consequences associated with the union’s market share. Describe successful strategies for unions to regain a market share in the construction industry. Identify and describe what the union provides on an ongoing basis to its members and affiliates. Identify the roles and responsibilities of the end users, contractors, union, and rank and file. Articulate the value that the union provides its members and affiliates. Describe the impact the IUPAT’s Top Workplace Performance (TWP) program has on shaping attitudes and performance. Discuss the generational changes in rank and file attitudes and behaviors.

Describe sustainability and the social, environmental, and economic impact. Identify the benefits of sustainability. Explain the purpose of sustainability in commercial and residential buildings. Identify professional ‘green’ organizations. Identify elements of sustainability. Explain the importance of green practices. Define green bid specifications. Identify and interpret a green specification in a project manual. Source and cost out green products. Create a bid incorporating green products and practices. Describe the elements involved with sustainable sites. Describe water efficiency practices. Determine energy and atmospheric requirements. Identify and describe effective materials and resources. Discuss indoor environmental quality standards. Discuss the ‘green’ innovation and design process. Identify and discuss the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design – New Construction (LEED-NC) Process.

Define sexual harassment. Identify the law sexual harassment violates. Identify characteristics of quid pro quo sexual harassment. Identify characteristics of hostile environment sexual harassment. Cite factors that contribute to the determination of whether behavior is sexual harassment. Explain legal and other consequences of sexual harassment. Identify effects of sexual harassment. Identify costs associated with sexual harassment. Discuss employer liability in harassment Industrial Coating and Lining Application Specialist (ICLAS) cases. Identify United States Supreme Court Landmark ICLAS cases.

Add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers, with and without a calculator. Use a standard ruler, a metric ruler, and a measuring tape to measure. Add, subtract, multiply, and divide fractions. Add, subtract, multiply, and divide decimals, with and without a calculator. Convert decimals to percentages and percentages to decimals. Convert fractions to decimals and decimals to fractions. Explain what the metric system is and how it is important in the construction industry. Recognize and use metric units of length, weight, volume, and temperature. Recognize some of the basic shapes used in the construction industry and apply basic geometry to measure them.

Describe the components of a computer system. Define microcomputer hardware in terms of its functions: input, output, processing, and storage. Describe how peripheral devices are connected to a microcomputer. Identify types of software and their functions and describe the difference between system software and application software. Navigate and use the Windows XP environment to open and use applications, manage documents, and identify and maintain resources. Access and navigate the World Wide Web to find information. Create, format, and edit documents using Microsoft® Word. Create, revise, and enhance business presentations using Microsoft® PowerPoint. Create, revise, and enhance spreadsheets using Microsoft® Excel.

Define blueprint and blueprint reading. Define plans and specifications. Describe how plans and specifications are prepared. Describe the purpose and importance of a set of plans. Identify and define various parts of a set of plans. Identify the various views of a drawing that are included in a set of plans and their relationship to each other. Identify and define material symbols, abbreviations, and lines used in drawings. Define the meaning of scale. Use fractional rule to calculate measurements. Explain how an architect’s scale is used to measure lines. Use the architect’s scale to determine the actual length of a scaled line. Recognize, locate, and determine missing dimensions. Describe proper handling procedures for plans and drawings.

Explain the idea of a safety culture and its importance in the construction fields. Identify causes of accidents and the impact of accident costs. Explain the role of OSHA in jobsite safety. Locate OSHA Standards references applicable to specific hazardous conditions and practices. Recognize the aspects of 1926 Subpart C (General Safety and Health Provisions). State the purpose of the OSHA Act and list the functions of OSHA. List the OSHA inspection priorities and describe the inspection process. Describe the rights and responsibilities of employers and employees under the OSHA Act. Recognize hazard recognition and risk assessment techniques. Explain fall protection, ladder, stair, and scaffold procedures and requirements. Identify struck-by hazards and demonstrate safe working procedures and requirements. Identify caught-in-between hazards and demonstrate safe working procedures and requirements. Define safe work procedures to use around electrical hazards. Demonstrate the use and care of appropriate PPE. Explain the importance of hazard communications (Haz Com) and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs). Identify other construction hazards on your jobsite, including hazardous material exposures, environmental elements, welding and cutting hazards, confined spaces, and fires.

Demonstrate how to minimize the risk of disease transmission when giving care. Demonstrate how to check an unconscious person for life-threatening and non-life-threatening conditions. Demonstrate how to give cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) to a person. Demonstrate how to care for a person who is not breathing and/or chocking. Describe when and how to use an AED.

Describe ergonomics and its importance in the workplace. Describe the benefits of implementing an ergonomic program. Identify and describe ergonomic related injuries and related musculoskeletal disorders that can occur in an office setting. Identify and describe ergonomic related injuries and related musculoskeletal disorders that can occur in a construction workplace. Recognize and describe risk factors that can cause musculoskeletal disorders or related injuries. Describe healthy ergonomics in an office setting. Describe healthy ergonomics in a construction workplace. Demonstrate proper stretching techniques. Identify employee and employer rights and responsibilities.

Describe how the respiratory system works. Identify the different types of respirators and their purposes. Demonstrate the proper fit, inspection, cleaning, disinfection, and storage of respirators. Summarize how the human respiratory system works. Identify respiratory hazards and describe how they affect the respiratory system. Identify work activities that can create airborne hazards. Demonstrate how to perform proper negative and positive fit-checks. Demonstrate proper inspection of respirators. Demonstrate safe cleaning, disinfection, and storage procedures for respirators.

Explain his/her roles and responsibilities as a Lead Abatement worker. Recall and describe basics facts in the history of lead and Lead Abatement. Identify and describe the health effects of lead exposure and protection against lead exposure and poisoning. Describe and demonstrate safe work practices when working with or around lead. Describe general work safety and health hazards. Identify and describe the federal, state and local regulations for Lead Abatement workers. Explain and demonstrate the pre-abatement set up and containment procedures for residential buildings. Recognize and describe residential lead-based paint hazards and control factors. Describe and explain interior dust abatement procedures, clean-up and final clearance inspections. Describe and explain the procedures for soil and exterior dust abatement with waste disposal. Explain and demonstrate the pre-abatement set up and containment procedures for industrial buildings. Recognize and describe industrial lead-based paint hazards and control factors. Describe and demonstrate lead safe work practices in compliance with the EPA Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Rule, and HUD’s Lead Safe Housing Rule.

Recognize and identify some of the basic hand tools and their proper uses in the construction industry. Visually inspect hand tools to determine if they are safe to use. Safely use hand tools. Identify power tools commonly used in the construction industry. Demonstrate and describe all general safety rules for power tools and follow them. Explain the importance of using guards during the operation of power tools. Explain the importance of using a properly rated extension cord. Demonstrate and describe how to properly ground a power tool. Explain how to maintain power tools properly.

Interpret information and instructions presented in both verbal and written form. Communicate effectively in on-the-job situations using verbal and written skills. Communicate effectively on-the-job using electronic communication devices.

Describe the role of the foreman. State the key role of the foreman in maintaining safety rules and regulations. Describe how to establish and maintain good relationships with co-workers, supervisors, and other professionals. Describe productive motivational techniques. Explain the importance of properly performing personnel functions in accordance with the union agreement and company policies. Explain the importance of developing and using effective communications skills. Describe the proper planning and organizational skills needed to successfully complete a job. Describe the “leadership” qualities needed to be an effective foreman.

Achieve predicted and desired results in the execution of projects through implementation of consistent methodologies. Advance the skill level and knowledge of IUPAT Project Managers. Emphasize the depth and breadth of roles and responsibilities that a Project Manager may be relied upon to manage, to contribute to, or to perform.

Define the role of the supervisor. Define the scope and importance of verbal communication. Refine written communication skills. Describe various job site personnel issues. Identify the supervisor’s role in safety. Manage and estimate the cost of tools and materials. Describe the importance of leadership in effective supervision.

Recognize the important areas of OSHA in general terms. Identify the Safety Regulations as they apply to safe work practices in the Trade Show trade with emphasis on: Identification of safety hazards (unsafe conditions) Proper handling of materials, including hazardous Maintenance and safe operation of tools PPE Describe the precautions that must be followed when using flammable liquids and adhesives. Explain what a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) is, its purpose and limitation. Outline emergency procedures and how to obtain assistance for injured workers. Describe the proper technique (ergonomics) for lifting and transporting Trade Show materials.

Describe the various jobs of a Trade Show worker. Identify and describe the various tools commonly used in the Trade Show craft. Define terminology used in the Trade Show craft. Describe the steps involved in planning, installing, and dismantling a Trade Show, including all forms and paperwork. Identify the major players on a Trade Show jobsite. Describe the role of deco in the Trade Show craft. Explain the proper procedures for handling and organizing equipment. Define the responsibility of a trade show worker to “stay on the job until finished”. Identify symbols on a floor plan and understand their meaning. Describe the flow and order of work from delivery to pickup. Describe repairing vs. replacing defective equipment before the show opens with regard to: Time to replace, Effort to replace, Ability to replace, Describe floor marking procedures and how to locate and interpret the marks on a display floor. Identify the methods and tools used for marking the trade show floor, including reading plans, working in teams, communicating; line tape, 300’ tape, scale ruler, chalking marks. Describe the proper use of line tape.

Identify and describe types of displays and lightweight portable systems. Describe the procedures and proper tools used to erect and dismantle most displays and portable systems. Identify guidelines for installing and dismantling portable and pop-up displays. Describe the proper procedures for packing and storing displays. Identify the designations for the four basic post structures for systems. Identify the proper order of installation. Describe the cleaning and conditioning of display and graphics components. Describe strategies used to configure oddly shaped display rooms.

Identify the different types of carpet and padding used for trade shows. Define Visqueen ® and when to use it. Identify and describe the function of all tools and equipment necessary for carpet installation. Describe placement of carpets and padding. Describe the methods used in carpet installation, such as heat seaming, double face tape, etc. Describe proper care/damage avoidance in dealing with phone and computer lines. Describe carpet layout in various designs, including booth, aisle, inline, and island configurations.

Explain the role of freight with regard to Trade Shows. Differentiate between the right time to use manual methods and machine methods for handling freight. Describe the various tools used when lifting and moving freight, including dollies, hand trucks, J-bars, and pallet jacks. Identify the proper sequence of processes performed when unloading freight. Describe proper procedures when working inside of trucks and trailers. Describe sources of injuries when performing manual lifting. Describe ways to prevent injuries during lifting and handling. Explain ways to eliminate hazards that may lead to injuries when using forklifts, cranes and slings/rigging.

Describe the basic terms and tools for hanging signs, such as knots and stitch guns. Describe the design assembly of pocketed plastic panels and banner frames. Identify and use proper hardware and methods to pick-up, support, fasten, and remove loads. Identify the proper makeup of both a sign hanging and a rigging crew. Describe when and how to use fall arrest equipment.