ARCA Resources: Training Overview

Educational Classes Available

• Insulation, Fastening & Adhesives
  Learn best practices for selecting and applying roofing insulation, adhesives, and fastening systems.

• Foam & Coating Equipment
  Hands-on training on the use, care, and maintenance of foam and roof coating equipment.

• Cedar Shakes & Wooden Shingles
  Explore proper installation techniques and maintenance considerations for wood roofing materials.

• Arizona Tile Course
  Covers local codes, installation standards, and techniques for clay and concrete tile roofing in Arizona.

• Modified Bitumen
  Focused instruction on modified bitumen roof systems, application methods, and system components.

• Deck Coating
  Training on deck coating systems for waterproofing and protecting rooftop decks and walkways.

• BUR & Equipment (Built-Up Roofing)
  Introduction to built-up roofing systems and related application equipment.

• Metal Roofing
  In-depth overview of metal roof types, installation techniques, and industry standards.

• Single Ply & Equipment
  Covers installation and safety practices for TPO, PVC, and EPDM single-ply roofing systems.

• Estimating
  Teaches the fundamentals of roofing project estimation, budgeting, and bid preparation.

• Construction Documents
  Learn how to read, interpret, and work with construction documents, blueprints, and specifications.

• Shingles
  A practical class on the installation and performance of asphalt shingle systems.

• Wind Uplift
  Understand how wind affects roofing systems and the installation techniques to meet uplift resistance standards.

Safety Training Classes Available

• 10-Hour OSHA Training (available in English and Spanish)
  Introductory safety training covering general jobsite hazards, workers’ rights, and OSHA standards. Ideal for entry-level workers.

  30-Hour OSHA Training
  Comprehensive safety training for supervisors and workers with safety responsibilities, focusing on hazard recognition and prevention.

  Fall Protection Training (available in English and Spanish)
  Teaches proper use of fall protection systems and practices to prevent injuries related to working at heights.

  CPR & First Aid (available in English and Spanish)
  Hands-on training that equips participants with life-saving skills to respond to medical emergencies on the jobsite.

  Heat Illness Prevention Training
  Educates workers and supervisors on recognizing, preventing, and responding to heat-related illnesses, especially in Arizona’s extreme climate.

  Silica Awareness Training
  Covers the risks of respirable crystalline silica exposure and how to comply with OSHA’s silica safety standards.

  Ladder Safety Training
  Reviews proper ladder selection, setup, use, and inspection to reduce fall-related accidents.

  Hazard Communication (HazCom/GHS)
  Training on chemical safety, labeling, and how to understand Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) in compliance with OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard.

  PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) Training
  Demonstrates how to properly select, use, and maintain PPE to protect workers from common roofing hazards.

  Electrical Hazard Awareness
  Focuses on identifying and avoiding common electrical risks on roofing job sites.

  Tool & Equipment Safety
  Safe operation and maintenance of common roofing tools and equipment.

  Jobsite Safety Inspections & Audits
  Educating supervisors and safety managers on how to identify hazards and conduct internal inspections.

  Scaffold & Aerial Lift Safety
  Training on safe use and fall protection while using scaffolding or aerial lifts.

  Fire Safety & Fire Watch Procedures
  Especially relevant when hot work or torch-applied roofing systems are involved.

  Trenching & Excavation Safety (when applicable)
  If members work in areas with trenching, this training addresses OSHA compliance and hazard mitigation.

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