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August 14th, 2020

Are You Registered Yet? Do It Now! Are you registered to vote? If not, it's time to GET READY TO VOTE! To begin, just follow this link to check to see if you are registered to vote and to get registered to vote! Note...

Suicide Prevention and Emotional Wellness Workshop

July 22nd, 2020

Posted in: Health Benefits,Member Services

Until our industry returns to work we need to be aware of the importance of caring for our emotional wellness. This Friday, July 24th, representatives of the Behind the Scenes Mental Health Initiative will conduct a webinar designed to provide...

Members Build Emergency Covid-19 Hospitals

June 3rd, 2020

Posted in: Community

A group of members from IATSE Local 479 were part of a team hired to build two emergency hospitals to help Georgians in the height of the Covid-19 pandemic. Many people living in Georgia’s rural counties lack access to comprehensive...

A Statement from President Brown Regarding Recent Events

June 3rd, 2020

Posted in: Breaking News,President's Report

Sisters and Brothers of Local 479, After several conversations with members and a meeting yesterday with fellow Presidents of IATSE locals throughout the United States and Canada, I feel compelled now more than ever to communicate our position on the...

EP Cease Filing for Members

May 20th, 2020

Posted in: Breaking News,Financial News

Today we confirmed with the GDOL that they have released a new program called the "Claims Conversion Program" which allows employers that have been filing weekly UI claims on behalf of employees to convert those claims over to an individual...

Member Spotlight: Glenn Peison and Kazz Walding Helping Fellow Members Navigate GDOL Unemployment Claims Process

May 7th, 2020

Posted in: Community,Membership

Several weeks ago Local 479 member Glenn Peison set up a Facebook group called Atlanta Art Department: Covid-19. His original intention for the group was to serve as a resource for people to share and discuss the latest health and safety information...

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						1 Lighting Controls, N… Lighting Controls, Networking, and Programming Workflow with Richard Cadena Day 1 May 1, 2021 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Lighting Controls, Networking, and Programming Workflow 2021 Presented by Richard Cadena, ETCP RT/CEE live online Setting up and testing a lighting control system used to be pretty simple, and it’s increasingly becoming more digital and networked. If you’re going to have a future in this industry, then you need to know how to set up, test, and troubleshoot DMX, Ethernet and Ethernet-based systems, use RDM to quickly and remotely configure and monitor your equipment. This course covers all of those bases with an emphasis in hands-on activities and learning. This is a 10-hour online course covered over two days, five hours per day. To register for this two day course, please send an email to: training@iatse479.org After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the training. Best regards, Richard Cadena See more details Rigging Rules with M… Rigging Rules with Michael Matthews Session 1 May 1, 2021 @ 9:00 am - 1:30 pm This virtual learning course is covers many of the rules for rigging including manufactures specifications, standards, codes, and commonly accepted practices. By learning where and how to apply the rules of rigging participants will be better suited to employ safe working methods and recognize and address unsafe equipment and practices in rigging. To attend this two session course, send an email to training@iatse479.org. See more details City Theatrical Live… City Theatrical Live Online Multiverse Wireless DMX Workshop Day 2 May 1, 2021 @ 10:00 am - 1:30 pm Multiverse Wireless DMX Workshop This class is aimed at lighting professionals. The objectives of this class are: * To increase awareness of the science of radio * To increase awareness of present and future trends in wireless DMX * To increase awareness of the factors that influence the success of a wireless DMX broadcast * To teach the basic and advanced wireless DMX skills it takes to work on the professional level * To teach the specific skills needed to attain proficiency in City TheatricalMultiverse setup and operation To register for this two-part workshop, send an email request to training@iatse479.org . In Health and Safety, Kevin Amick, Director of Education and Training See more details New Member Orientati… New Member Orientation Via GoTo Training May 1, 2021 @ 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm IATSE local 479, 4220 International Pkwy, Atlanta, GA 30354, USA To register for New Member Orientation on Saturday, May 1, 2021 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM EDT at: https://attendee.gototraining.com/r/750914079374537986 New Member Orientation is mandatory for all new members. We will discuss, Benefits, Safety, Union Governance, Collective Bargaining Agreements and Working in the Industry. We will also cover the basics of Workers Comp and Local Education and Training. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the training. Brought to you by GoToTraining® Online Training Made Easy™ LogMeIn, Inc. \| 7414 Hollister Avenue \| Goleta, CA 93117 See more details • • • •
2 Lighting Controls, N… Lighting Controls, Networking, and Programming Workflow with Richard Cadena Day 2 May 2, 2021 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Lighting Controls, Networking, and Programming Workflow 2021 Presented by Richard Cadena, ETCP RT/CEE live online Setting up and testing a lighting control system used to be pretty simple, and it’s increasingly becoming more digital and networked. If you’re going to have a future in this industry, then you need to know how to set up, test, and troubleshoot DMX, Ethernet and Ethernet-based systems, use RDM to quickly and remotely configure and monitor your equipment. This course covers all of those bases with an emphasis in hands-on activities and learning. This is a 10-hour online course covered over two days, five hours per day. To register for this two day course, please send an email to: training@iatse479.org After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the training. Best regards, Richard Cadena See more details Rigging Rules with M… Rigging Rules with Michael Matthews Session 2 May 2, 2021 @ 9:00 am - 1:30 pm This virtual learning course is covers many of the rules for rigging including manufactures specifications, standards, codes, and commonly accepted practices. By learning where and how to apply the rules of rigging participants will be better suited to employ safe working methods and recognize and address unsafe equipment and practices in rigging. To attend this two session course, send an email to training@iatse479.org. See more details • •	3 New Member Orientati… New Member Orientation Via GoTo Training May 3, 2021 @ 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm IATSE local 479, 4220 International Pkwy, Atlanta, GA 30354, USA To register for New Member Orientation on Monday, May 3, 2021 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM EDT at: https://attendee.gototraining.com/r/8551100255468649986 New Member Orientation is mandatory for all new members. We will discuss, Benefits, Safety, Union Governance, Collective Bargaining Agreements and Working in the Industry. We will also cover the basics of Workers Comp and Local Education and Training. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the training. Brought to you by GoToTraining® Online Training Made Easy™ LogMeIn, Inc. \| 7414 Hollister Avenue \| Goleta, CA 93117 See more details •	4 MEWP @ Sunbelt Renta… MEWP @ Sunbelt Rentals Kennesaw May 4, 2021 @ 7:30 am - 2:00 pm 2390 Cobb Pkwy NW, Kennesaw, GA 30152, USA This training prepares an individual to understand the hazards involved in operating specific equipment. Course includes in-classroom and hands-on training for Mobile Elevated Work Platforms. Responsibilities as a user and operator Conducting a pre-start inspection Conducting a workplace inspection Various types of equipment Preventing accidents and identifying hazards in operation Teaching materials: Safety guidelines booklet Course completion wallet card See more details •	5 MEWP @ Sunbelt Renta… MEWP @ Sunbelt Rentals Empire Blvd. Atlanta May 5, 2021 @ 7:30 am - 2:00 pm 3430 Empire Blvd SW, Atlanta, GA 30354, USA This training prepares an individual to understand the hazards involved in operating specific equipment. Course includes in-classroom and hands-on training for Mobile Elevated Work Platforms. Responsibilities as a user and operator Conducting a pre-start inspection Conducting a workplace inspection Various types of equipment Preventing accidents and identifying hazards in operation Teaching materials: Safety guidelines booklet Course completion wallet card See more details •	6 MEWP TRAINING @ SUNB… MEWP TRAINING @ SUNBELT RENTALS DULUTH May 6, 2021 @ 7:30 am - 2:00 pm 3885 Buford Hwy Duluth, GA 30096-4133 This training prepares an individual to understand the hazards involved in operating specific equipment. Course includes in-classroom and hands-on training for Mobile Elevated Work Platforms. Responsibilities as a user and operator Conducting a pre-start inspection Conducting a workplace inspection Various types of equipment Preventing accidents and identifying hazards in operation Teaching materials: Safety guidelines booklet Course completion wallet card See more details •	7	8 FORKLIFT @ Sunbelt R… FORKLIFT @ Sunbelt Rentals Empire Blvd. Atlanta May 8, 2021 @ 7:30 am - 2:00 pm 3430 Empire Blvd SW, Atlanta, GA 30354, USA This training prepares an individual to understand the hazards involved in operating specific equipment. Course includes in-classroom and hands-on training for Forklifts. Responsibilities as a user and operator Conducting a pre-start inspection Conducting a workplace inspection Various types of equipment Preventing accidents and identifying hazards in operation Teaching materials: Safety guidelines booklet Course completion wallet card See more details Vectorworks Spotligh… Vectorworks Spotlight Online Day 1 with Chris Cotone May 8, 2021 @ 11:00 am - 6:00 pm Vectorworks SpotlightDay 1 – Basic Concepts (6-8 hours) Saturday May 8th 12:00pm – 7:00 pm (30 minute break included) Starting from scratch, this class introduces students to the Vectorworks user interface.Here, we lay the basic foundation of how the tools of the system work to make simple light plots. This class creates a simple 2D model of a Multi Cam set. You must have a computer with the Software installed to attend this class. https://www.vectorworks.net/sysreq 30 Day Free Trial Registration https://www.vectorworks.net/trial VWX Day 1 Introductions Intro to ABCDs Principles Brief demo plot Fundamentals A. Get the set into your drawing B. Put some lights on your plot C. Label Legend D. Viewports See more details • •
9	10	11 FORKLIFT@ Sunbelt Re… FORKLIFT@ Sunbelt Rentals Kennesaw May 11, 2021 @ 7:30 am - 2:30 pm 2390 Cobb Pkwy NW, Kennesaw, GA 30152, USA This training prepares an individual to understand the hazards involved in operating specific equipment. Course includes in-classroom and hands-on training for FORKLIFTS. Responsibilities as a user and operator Conducting a pre-start inspection Conducting a workplace inspection Various types of equipment Preventing accidents and identifying hazards in operation Teaching materials: Safety guidelines booklet Course completion wallet card See more details •	12 MEWP @ Sunbelt Renta… MEWP @ Sunbelt Rentals Empire Blvd. Atlanta May 12, 2021 @ 7:30 am - 2:00 pm 3430 Empire Blvd SW, Atlanta, GA 30354, USA This training prepares an individual to understand the hazards involved in operating specific equipment. Course includes in-classroom and hands-on training for Mobile Elevated Work Platforms. Responsibilities as a user and operator Conducting a pre-start inspection Conducting a workplace inspection Various types of equipment Preventing accidents and identifying hazards in operation Teaching materials: Safety guidelines booklet Course completion wallet card See more details •	13 MEWP TRAINING @ SUNB… MEWP TRAINING @ SUNBELT RENTALS DULUTH May 13, 2021 @ 7:30 am - 2:00 pm 3885 Buford Hwy Duluth, GA 30096-4133 This training prepares an individual to understand the hazards involved in operating specific equipment. Course includes in-classroom and hands-on training for Mobile Elevated Work Platforms. Responsibilities as a user and operator Conducting a pre-start inspection Conducting a workplace inspection Various types of equipment Preventing accidents and identifying hazards in operation Teaching materials: Safety guidelines booklet Course completion wallet card See more details •	14	15 Vectorworks Spotligh… Vectorworks Spotlight Online Day 2 with Chris Cotone May 15, 2021 @ 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm Vectorworks SpotlightDay 2 – Basic Concepts (6-8 hours) Sunday May 15th 12:00pm – 7:00 pm (30 minute break included) Starting from scratch, this class introduces students to the Vectorworks user interface.Here, we lay the basic foundation of how the tools of the system work to make simple light plots. This class creates a simple 2D model of a Multi Cam set. You must have a computer with the Software installed to attend this class. https://www.vectorworks.net/sysreq 30 Day Free Trial Registration https://www.vectorworks.net/trial See more details •
16 DMX Control for the … DMX Control for the Lighting Programmer & Set Lighting Technician with Chris Cotone May 16, 2021 @ 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm DMX Control for the Lighting Programmer & Set Lighting Technician DMX Control for the Lighting Programmer & SetLighting Technician teaches students to understand how to use DMX for Television Shows and Feature Films. The class breaks the subject into a manageable progression of skills, starting with the basics of running DMX Cables, tools required for troubleshooting, understanding the basic concepts of how DMX works, and using those skills so that Set Lighting Technician, Programmer and CLT Can work together to implement the complex tools of control and more effectively light the set. Topics to include: How to runDMX Cable. What tools are required on set to work with DMX. What is the philosophy of how DMX and the lighting console interact with the lighting fixtures to effect control of the lighting rug. How to address and profile different lighting fixtures. Determining Channel vs. DMX. How to create architecture and structure to lay out the DMX, Channels, and IP address of your lighting rig. Helping prepare students for the Reality of shooting on set, vs. the safer space of training in the classroom. The class has three tests, where students can demonstrate their understanding of the class materials. To register for this course, please send an email to: training@iatse479.org See more details •	17	18 MEWP @ Sunbelt Renta… MEWP @ Sunbelt Rentals Kennesaw May 18, 2021 @ 7:30 am - 2:00 pm 2390 Cobb Pkwy NW, Kennesaw, GA 30152, USA This training prepares an individual to understand the hazards involved in operating specific equipment. Course includes in-classroom and hands-on training for Mobile Elevated Work Platforms. Responsibilities as a user and operator Conducting a pre-start inspection Conducting a workplace inspection Various types of equipment Preventing accidents and identifying hazards in operation Teaching materials: Safety guidelines booklet Course completion wallet card See more details •	19 MEWP @ Sunbelt Renta… MEWP @ Sunbelt Rentals Empire Blvd. Atlanta May 19, 2021 @ 7:30 am - 2:00 pm 3430 Empire Blvd SW, Atlanta, GA 30354, USA This training prepares an individual to understand the hazards involved in operating specific equipment. Course includes in-classroom and hands-on training for Mobile Elevated Work Platforms. Responsibilities as a user and operator Conducting a pre-start inspection Conducting a workplace inspection Various types of equipment Preventing accidents and identifying hazards in operation Teaching materials: Safety guidelines booklet Course completion wallet card See more details •	20 MEWP TRAINING @ SUNB… MEWP TRAINING @ SUNBELT RENTALS DULUTH May 20, 2021 @ 7:30 am - 2:00 pm 3885 Buford Hwy Duluth, GA 30096-4133 This training prepares an individual to understand the hazards involved in operating specific equipment. Course includes in-classroom and hands-on training for Mobile Elevated Work Platforms. Responsibilities as a user and operator Conducting a pre-start inspection Conducting a workplace inspection Various types of equipment Preventing accidents and identifying hazards in operation Teaching materials: Safety guidelines booklet Course completion wallet card See more details •	21	22 MEWP @ Sunbelt Renta… MEWP @ Sunbelt Rentals Empire Blvd. Atlanta May 22, 2021 @ 7:30 am - 2:00 pm 3430 Empire Blvd SW, Atlanta, GA 30354, USA This training prepares an individual to understand the hazards involved in operating specific equipment. Course includes in-classroom and hands-on training for Mobile Elevated Work Platforms. Responsibilities as a user and operator Conducting a pre-start inspection Conducting a workplace inspection Various types of equipment Preventing accidents and identifying hazards in operation Teaching materials: Safety guidelines booklet Course completion wallet card See more details •
23 New Member Orientati… New Member Orientation Via GoTo Training May 23, 2021 @ 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm IATSE local 479, 4220 International Pkwy, Atlanta, GA 30354, USA To register for New Member Orientation on Sunday, May 23, 2021 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM EDT at: https://attendee.gototraining.com/r/4686166250742984962 New Member Orientation is mandatory for all new members. We will discuss, Benefits, Safety, Union Governance, Collective Bargaining Agreements and Working in the Industry. We will also cover the basics of Workers Comp and Local Education and Training. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the training. Brought to you by GoToTraining® Online Training Made Easy™ LogMeIn, Inc. \| 7414 Hollister Avenue \| Goleta, CA 93117 See more details •	24 New Member Orientati… New Member Orientation Via GoTo Training May 24, 2021 @ 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm IATSE local 479, 4220 International Pkwy, Atlanta, GA 30354, USA To register for New Member Orientation on Monday, May 24, 2021 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM EDT at: https://attendee.gototraining.com/r/3736551043181790466 New Member Orientation is mandatory for all new members. We will discuss, Benefits, Safety, Union Governance, Collective Bargaining Agreements and Working in the Industry. We will also cover the basics of Workers Comp and Local Education and Training. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the training. Brought to you by GoToTraining® Online Training Made Easy™ LogMeIn, Inc. \| 7414 Hollister Avenue \| Goleta, CA 93117 See more details •	25 FORKLIFT@ Sunbelt Re… FORKLIFT@ Sunbelt Rentals Kennesaw May 25, 2021 @ 7:30 am - 2:30 pm 2390 Cobb Pkwy NW, Kennesaw, GA 30152, USA This training prepares an individual to understand the hazards involved in operating specific equipment. Course includes in-classroom and hands-on training for FORKLIFTS. Responsibilities as a user and operator Conducting a pre-start inspection Conducting a workplace inspection Various types of equipment Preventing accidents and identifying hazards in operation Teaching materials: Safety guidelines booklet Course completion wallet card See more details •	26 FORKLIFT @ Sunbelt R… FORKLIFT @ Sunbelt Rentals Empire Blvd. Atlanta May 26, 2021 @ 7:30 am - 2:00 pm 3430 Empire Blvd SW, Atlanta, GA 30354, USA This training prepares an individual to understand the hazards involved in operating specific equipment. Course includes in-classroom and hands-on training for Forklifts. Responsibilities as a user and operator Conducting a pre-start inspection Conducting a workplace inspection Various types of equipment Preventing accidents and identifying hazards in operation Teaching materials: Safety guidelines booklet Course completion wallet card See more details •	27 FORKLIFT @ Sunbelt R… FORKLIFT @ Sunbelt Rentals Empire Blvd. Atlanta May 27, 2021 @ 7:30 am - 2:00 pm 3430 Empire Blvd SW, Atlanta, GA 30354, USA This training prepares an individual to understand the hazards involved in operating specific equipment. Course includes in-classroom and hands-on training for Forklifts. Responsibilities as a user and operator Conducting a pre-start inspection Conducting a workplace inspection Various types of equipment Preventing accidents and identifying hazards in operation Teaching materials: Safety guidelines booklet Course completion wallet card See more details •	28	29
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