IRONWORKER APPRENTICESHIP CERTIFICATION PROGRAM

Application approved by:

Does this facility have a secondary location?

Does this facility have another location?

Initial IACP Certification

Renewal of IACP Certification

Are there additional Evaluators?

Does a trust agreement or other document define the existence and operation?

Does the organizational chart detail the hierarchy of administration and staff?

Is there documentation showing at least two JATC/TIC meetings each year?

Do approved apprenticeship standards comply with the NGS?

Are the current approved standards available in the ATS?

Is an equal opportunity pledge included in the standards?

Is an affirmative action plan included in the standards?

Is an application and selection procedure included in the standards?

Is the term of apprenticeship included for each program in the standards?

Do the standards include a work process schedule with adequate OJL hours?

Do the standards include adequate minimum RTI hours for each program?

Are the Apprenticeship Standards available to instructors and students?

Are JATC/TIC meeting minutes on file for all meetings (5-year minimum)?

Does the committee take an active role in training and facility improvement?

Is a formal budget process used to develop and approve an annual budget?

Is there a third-party administrator that oversees the budget

Is the budget monitored at each JATC/TIC meeting?

Is this due to third-party administrator?

Has a yearly self-audit been completed and submitted to the National Training Fund for review?

Level of administrative procedures and effort to ensure quality training?

Is there evidence of outreach to minority and women's groups?

Is there sufficient outreach for general recruitment?

Are applications accepted regularly, not to exceed two years?

Does the latest DOL or SAC compliance report reflect at least a good faith effort of meeting EEOC goals?

Are apprenticeship flyers/brochures available and used for recruiting?

Do recruiting brochures include minimum qualifications, how to apply, employment opportunities, associated costs, and possible college credit?

Is apprenticeship recruiting information posted electronically?

Does recruitment information match the approved process?

Are detailed application and selection records maintained for at least 5 years?

Is the approved application and selection procedure in the standards followed?

Level of outreach and recruitment effort?

Quality of recruitment materials and web postings?

Public and or community relation activities?

Are journeyman training and certification services available?

Is there a system to help apprentices acquire tools and equipment for the job?

Does the curriculum properly prepare workers for the needs of the industry?

Is there a system in place to assist apprentices with employment opportunities?

Is there a system in place to assist employers in hiring apprentices?

Can training records, transcripts, and certifications be provided on request?

Are the training and certification needs of employers met as needed?

The overall level of services provided to apprentices?

The overall level of services provided to journeymen?

The overall level of services provided to employers?

Does the training department use the LMS for training resources?

Has training staff attended LMS training at the annual training program?

Does the list of training materials and instructor materials support all courses listed on the curriculum online?

Are the listed training and instructor materials used and available on-site?

Are your training and instructor materials used current?

Do the listed materials cover all knowledge and skill objectives of the core?

Are multimedia materials, equipment, and technology available and used appropriately to enhance training and learning outcomes?

Does the Mock-Up and Training Station Checklist satisfy all skill objectives of the curriculum as outlined in Appendix B?

Are the listed mockups available on-site and ready to use?

Availability of construction and technical magazines and publications?

Use of additional training materials/aids used to improve learning?

Use of additional mock-ups and training stations used to improve learning?

Does the curriculum include required core courses as outlined in Appendix A?

Does the curriculum outline meet the minimum course and total hours?

Is there a customized syllabus for each course listed in the curriculum outline?

Does each syllabus include learning objectives and a session schedule?

Is safety included as an integral part of every course as shown in the syllabus?

Was this Audit performed while a class was being instructed?

Was the Instructor prepared for class?

Did the instructor review/share the course syllabus?

Introduction to the course/topic

Were the objectives stated?

Did the instruction follow the syllabus or instructional plan?

Instructor appearance and professionalism?

Use of direct questioning during the lecture?

Use of group questioning during the lecture?

Additional methods to engage students?

Students asked questions freely?

Lively and engaging instruction?

The instructor is personable and approachable?

The instructor uses eye contact to keep interest?

The instructors' voice is dynamic and loud enough?

Does the instructor move around the room?

Does the instructor use names to keep students engaged?

Summarizes topics properly?

Uses student or group classroom acticities?

Uses audiovisual materials available?

Uses adequate props and demos?

Overall instructional presentation?

Uses topic assignment sheets?

Uses mockups for learning skill performance?

Proper use of performance assessments?

Proper use of knowledge test?

Implementation of core curriculum?

Overall Instructional Performance?

Are effective presentation skills and methods used during instruction?

Was a student interviewed as part of this audit?

Was the Instructor prepared for class?

Did the instructor review/share the course syllabus?

Introduction to the course/topic

Were the objectives stated?

Did the instruction follow the syllabus or instructional plan?

Instructor appearance and professionalism?

Use of direct questioning during the lecture?

Use of group questioning during the lecture?

Additional methods to engage students?

Students asked questions freely?

Lively and engaging instruction?

The instructor is personable and approachable?

The instructor uses eye contact to keep interest?

The instructors' voice is dynamic and loud enough?

Does the instructor move around the room?

Does the instructor use names to keep students engaged?

Summarizes topics properly?

Uses student or group classroom acticities?

Uses audiovisual materials available?

Uses adequate props and demos?

Overall instructional presentation?

Uses topic assignment sheets?

Uses mockups for learning skill performance?

Proper use of performance assessments?

Proper use of knowledge test?

Implementation of core curriculum?

Overall Instructional Performance?

Do the training lesson plans include safety as an integral part of each course?

Is proper PPE available and used for all hands-on training?

Are written tests used to validate minimum knowledge for each unit/course?

Are required performance exercises used to validate minimum skill attainment?

Do instructors have the time and resources to prepare for proper instruction?

Is there a formal system in place for instructor evaluation, feedback, and improvement at least annually?

Is there a method for granting credit for equivalent courses provided by another IACP certified program or other accredited educational institution?

Formal pre-task hazards analysis program for hands-on training?

Overall organization and quality of instructor preparation of the curriculum?

The overall emphasis on safety?

Courses, training, and certification given over and above what is required?

Emphasis on attitudes, work habits, ethics, and personal lifestyle?

Does the inventory list reflect the training center tools, equipment, and consumables required by Appendix B?

Is there a copy of the tool and equipment safety inspection from the last twelve months?

Is a regular inventory system of training center tools, equipment, PPE, and consumables used to ensure adequate quantities are always available?

Does the training inventory list appear to accurately reflect physical inventory?

Are written tool and equipment safety inspections performed at least annually?

Do tools and equipment appear to be maintained in a safe working condition?

Is a systematic plan used to maintain, replace, and acquire equipment and large tools as needed?

Is proper PPE available ( safety glasses, earplugs, respirators, etc.)?

Is PPE required to be worn when appropriate?

Do the apprentices have access to the personal tools listed in Appendix B for use at the training center and on the job?

Quantity, and condition of tools, equipment, and inventory?

Availability of personal tools used for training and on the job?

Tools and equipment additional to what is required?

Safety culture?

Were pictures provided for all interior and exterior views of the property and facility?

Are the overall site and facility well maintained, clean, fully functional, and in a manner, which demonstrates pride and professionalism within the inherent limitations of the property and available resources?

Is the facility cleaning and maintenance performed routinely and systematically?

Is the facility kept free of safety hazards and in compliance with OSHA and local standards?

Is emergency information posted in common areas (evacuation routes, exit signs, emergency phone numbers, nearest clinic, etc.)?

Are safety systems such as PPE, fire extinguishers, and first aid kits visibly available and maintained regularly?

Is required labor law information posted in a common area?

Is classroom and shop space adequate for the number of apprentices and schedule?

Do classroom and shop areas provide an environment conducive to learning?

Are shop areas adequate for mock-ups and training to satisfy all curriculum objectives as outlined in Appendix B?

Do instructors have access to office space, copier, computer, internet, etc.?

Are clean and functional restrooms maintained for both men and women?

Is ventilation for welding, grinding, and burning provided?

Cleanliness and upkeep of the land and building (landscaping, paint, etc.)?

Overall appearance of the facility and site?

Utilization of available space?

Secure and easily accessible storage for training materials, tools, and equipment?

Is a break/lunch area available for students?

Is there an up-to-date and accurate job description for the coordinator?

is there an up-to-date and accurate job description for instructors?

Do instructors meet the requirements of CFR 29 Part 29?

Are instructors subject matter experts in subjects they teach?

Are up-to-date transcripts and resumes available for instructors?

Do instructors meet all local, state, or provincial requirements?

Does the coordinator take additional training as needed (instructor training program, regional training centers, etc.)?

Do instructors take training to update knowledge and skills as needed (instructor training program, regional training centers, etc.)?

Detail and follow-through of job descriptions to ensure staff performance?

Continuing education of staff?

Professionalism and credentials of staff?

Availability of qualified substitute instructors?

Are OJL requirements properly documented in the work process schedule?

Are OJL hours properly outlined in the approved standards?

Are there procedures for providing apprentices on-the-job learning?

Are monthly OJL work process hours documented for all apprentices?

Does the JATC evaluate and review systems to improve OJL and work performance?

Conformance to written policies of apprentice OJL?

System to improve OJL and work performance

Efforts to make journeymen and foremen aware of their responsibility to teach apprentices good work habits, attitudes, and technical skills while on the job?

Are online or printed marketing and promotional materials available?

Is there a system in place to inform members and signatory contractors of available training and services?

Are there regular marketing and promotional efforts to build and improve relationships and inform signatory and non-signatory contractors, members, owners, and state and local governments of career services and benefits of the training program?

Open House events showcasing training and career opportunities held on a regular basis (at least yearly)?

Other marketing and promotional activities?

Are training and qualification records recorded in the IWATS back to the last date of IACP certification or 6 months, whichever is longer?

Do records indicate all courses completed by each member?

Do records indicate all certifications earned for each member?

Are complete training records kept permanently in the member's file (ATS)?

Is there a signed apprentice agreement on file for each apprentice?

Can a complete transcript be provided for each member?

Do apprentices receive a graduation certificate from Ironworkers International and DOL/SAC?

Are graduation certificates kept permanently in the member's file (ATS)?

Are additional (3rd party) training records added to the member's file when relevant?

Does the organization and quality of member records meet the standard?

Is the training center an Ironworkers AWS welding program accredited testing facility (ATF), or have timely access to CWB welder qualification if Canadian.

Availability of welding certification services to members?

Training Program Structure and Administration

Recruitment and Selection of Apprentices

Services

Learning Resources

Related Technical Instruction

Tools and Equipment

Facilities

Training Coordinator and Instructional Staff

On-The-Job Learning

Marketing and Promotion

Training and Certification Records

Ironworker Welding Certification Program