Training Our Crews

Local 479 has a proud history of experienced crews mentoring its newer members, and as our local has grown we have built upon that culture of members-training-members. Today our local features an educational curriculum designed to pass along the best practices in use by technicians in a variety of specialized crafts from our industry. With dedicated training workspaces and classrooms, our local is becoming a national leader within the IATSE. Our newest members are expected to participate, while our most experienced members are encouraged to lead by example and to share their time and knowledge with the next generation.

Education Calendar

Members in good standing who wish to enroll in any of the training classes we offer should send an email to training@iatse479.org. Please be sure to include your full legal name and the date of the specific class(es) you wish to attend. Please note that emails sent after business hours will be answered on the next business day during normal operating hours.

	May 2022
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1	2	3 MEWP @ Sunbelt Renta… MEWP @ Sunbelt Rentals Kennesaw May 3, 2022 @ 7:30 am - 2:00 pm 2390 Cobb Pkwy NW, Kennesaw, GA 30152, USA To request attendance to this course, please send an email to training@iatse479.org. Please include your name along with Course Title and Date of the Course. 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 •	4 MEWP @ Sunbelt Renta… MEWP @ Sunbelt Rentals Empire Blvd. Atlanta May 4, 2022 @ 7:30 am - 2:00 pm 3430 Empire Blvd SW, Atlanta, GA 30354, USA To request attendance to this course, please send an email to training@iatse479.org. Please include your name along with Course Title and Date of the Course. 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 TRAINING @ SUNB… MEWP TRAINING @ SUNBELT RENTALS DULUTH May 5, 2022 @ 7:30 am - 2:00 pm 3885 Buford Hwy Duluth, GA 30096-4133 To request attendance to this course, please send an email to training@iatse479.org. Please include your name along with Course Title and Date of the Course. 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	7
8	9	10 FORKLIFT@ Sunbelt Re… FORKLIFT@ Sunbelt Rentals Kennesaw May 10, 2022 @ 7:30 am - 2:30 pm 2390 Cobb Pkwy NW, Kennesaw, GA 30152, USA To request attendance to this course, please send an email to training@iatse479.org. Please include your name along with Course Title and Date of the Course. 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 Introduction to Grip… Introduction to Grip with Eddie Evans Day 1 May 10, 2022 @ 9:00 am - 3:30 pm IATSE local 479, 4220 International Pkwy Suite 100, Atlanta, GA 30354, USA On Tuesday, May 10th, Key Grip, Eddie Evans will be instructing day 1 of a two-day workshop on Introduction to Grip. The following topics will be covered in day one. The Absolute Basics of Gripping Equipment....What it's Called Grip Jargon The Tool Pouch The Walkie..... Paperwork Set Protocol Grip Hierarchy To request attendance to this course, please send an email to training@iatse479.org. Please include your name along with Course Title and Date of the Course. Thank you, Kevin Amick, Local 479 Director of Education and Training See more details • •	11 MEWP @ Sunbelt Renta… MEWP @ Sunbelt Rentals Empire Blvd. Atlanta May 11, 2022 @ 7:30 am - 2:00 pm 3430 Empire Blvd SW, Atlanta, GA 30354, USA To request attendance to this course, please send an email to training@iatse479.org. Please include your name along with Course Title and Date of the Course. 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 Introduction to Grip… Introduction to Grip with Eddie Evans Day 2 May 11, 2022 @ 9:00 am - 3:30 pm IATSE local 479, 4220 International Pkwy Suite 100, Atlanta, GA 30354, USA On Wednesday, May 11th, Key Grip, Eddie Evans will be instructing day 2 of a two-day workshop on Introduction to Grip. The following topics will be covered in day two. All things Stands The uses for Sandbags Diffusion Flags/Overheads Overall Safety To request attendance to this course, please send an email to training@iatse479.org. Please include your name along with Course Title and Date of the Course. Thank you, Kevin Amick, Local 479 Director of Education and Training See more details • •	12 MEWP TRAINING @ SUNB… MEWP TRAINING @ SUNBELT RENTALS DULUTH May 12, 2022 @ 7:30 am - 2:00 pm 3885 Buford Hwy Duluth, GA 30096-4133 To request attendance to this course, please send an email to training@iatse479.org. Please include your name along with Course Title and Date of the Course. 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	14 FORKLIFT Training - … FORKLIFT Training - Local 479 Education Workshop 2 May 14, 2022 @ 7:30 am - 2:00 pm IATSE local 479, 4220 International Pkwy Suite 100, Atlanta, GA 30354, USA To request attendance to this course, please send an email to training@iatse479.org. Please include your name along with Course Title and Date of the Course. 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 Basic Electrical Rig… Basic Electrical Rigging with Nat Kendrick and Phillip HoganDay 1 May 14, 2022 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm IATSE local 479, 4220 International Pkwy, Atlanta, GA 30354, USA Workshop 2 Next Saturday and Sunday, May 14th and 15th, Local 479 members, Nat Kendrick and Phillip Hogan, will be teaching a two day course Basic Electrical Rigging. Class times will be 9:00AM to 4:00PM each day. The purpose of this training is to introduce new electric technicians to the procedures used in order to safely perform our craft. It will cover the basic knowledge needed and procedures used. Training will include basic pre-rigging of power and how that power is “rigged’ and distributed on stages and locations. This training will also offer the trainee a solid introduction to basic procedures used in operation of lighting fixtures and how they are pre-rigged on stages, locations and MEWP’s as well as how they are used on a working set. Requirements A positive attitude Proper clothing (for indoors and outdoors and possibly rain) Tools (If you have them) Volt meter/amp probe (w600volt/400amp AC capacity) Electric hand tools(rubberized) C-wrench(w/safety) Needle noses Wire Strippers Side cutters Screwdriver (w/flat & phillips bit) Gloves Workbelt Flashlight/head lamp To request attendance to this course, please send an email to training@iatse479.org. Please include your name along with Course Title and Date of the Course. See more details • •
15 Basic Electrical Rig… Basic Electrical Rigging with Nat Kendrick and Phillip HoganDay 2 May 15, 2022 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm IATSE local 479, 4220 International Pkwy, Atlanta, GA 30354, USA Workshop 2 Next Saturday and Sunday, May 14th and 15th, Local 479 members, Nat Kendrick and Phillip Hogan, will be teaching a two day course Basic Electrical Rigging. Class times will be 9:00AM to 4:00PM each day. The purpose of this training is to introduce new electric technicians to the procedures used in order to safely perform our craft. It will cover the basic knowledge needed and procedures used. Training will include basic pre-rigging of power and how that power is “rigged’ and distributed on stages and locations. This training will also offer the trainee a solid introduction to basic procedures used in operation of lighting fixtures and how they are pre-rigged on stages, locations and MEWP’s as well as how they are used on a working set. Requirements A positive attitude Proper clothing (for indoors and outdoors and possibly rain) Tools (If you have them) Volt meter/amp probe (w600volt/400amp AC capacity) Electric hand tools(rubberized) C-wrench(w/safety) Needle noses Wire Strippers Side cutters Screwdriver (w/flat & phillips bit) Gloves Workbelt Flashlight/head lamp To request attendance to this course, please send an email to training@iatse479.org. Please include your name along with Course Title and Date of the Course. See more details Boom Right Master Cl… Boom Right Master Class with Ken Strain May 15, 2022 @ 10:30 am - 3:00 pm IATSE local 479, 4220 International Pkwy Suite 100, Atlanta, GA 30354, USA Reminder to save this Sunday, May 15th a the master class in boom operation with veteran boom operator Ken Strain. There will be a panel discussion after the class with great names from the industry: Whit Norris, Kevin Cerchiai, Allen Williams and Serena Simpson. Come and pick the brain of these great people! Click on the following link to register for this event. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/boomoperator-masterclass-atlanta-tickets-318524373977 In Solidarity, Kevin Amick, Local 479 Director of Education See more details • •	16	17 MEWP @ Sunbelt Renta… MEWP @ Sunbelt Rentals Kennesaw May 17, 2022 @ 7:30 am - 2:00 pm 2390 Cobb Pkwy NW, Kennesaw, GA 30152, USA To request attendance to this course, please send an email to training@iatse479.org. Please include your name along with Course Title and Date of the Course. 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 •	18	19 FORKLIFT TRAINING @ … FORKLIFT TRAINING @ SUNBELT RENTALS DULUTH May 19, 2022 @ 7:30 am - 2:00 pm 3885 Buford Hwy Duluth, GA 30096-4133 To request attendance to this course, please send an email to training@iatse479.org. Please include your name along with Course Title and Date of the Course. 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 •	20	21 MEWP Training - Loca… MEWP Training - Local 479 Education Workshop 2 May 21, 2022 @ 7:30 am - 2:00 pm IATSE local 479, 4220 International Pkwy Suite 100, Atlanta, GA 30354, USA To request attendance to this course, please send an email to training@iatse479.org. Please include your name along with Course Title and Date of the Course. 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 DMX Control for the … DMX Control for the Lighting Programmer & Set Lighting Technician with Chris Cotone Day 1 May 21, 2022 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm IATSE local 479, 4220 International Pkwy Suite 100, Atlanta, GA 30354, USA 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 toolsare required on set to work with DMX. What is thephilosophy of how DMX and the lighting console interact with the lightingfixtures to effect control of the lighting rug. How toaddress and profile different lighting fixtures. Determining Channelvs. DMX. How to createarchitecture and structure to lay out the DMX, Channels, and IP address of yourlighting rig. Helpingprepare students for the Reality of shooting on set, vs. the safer space oftraining in the classroom. The class hasthree tests, where students can demonstrate their understanding of the classmaterials. To register for this course, please send an email to training@iatse479.org Thank you, Kevin Amick, Local 479 Director of Education and Training See more details • •
22 DMX Control for the … DMX Control for the Lighting Programmer & Set Lighting Technician with Chris Cotone Day 2 May 22, 2022 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm 640 Airport S Pkwy, Atlanta, GA 30349, USA Day 2 Class will be at the Lightscape Lighting/Ratpac Controls facility located at 640 Airport S Pkwy, Atlanta, GA 30349, USA. 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 toolsare required on set to work with DMX. What is thephilosophy of how DMX and the lighting console interact with the lightingfixtures to effect control of the lighting rug. How toaddress and profile different lighting fixtures. Determining Channelvs. DMX. How to createarchitecture and structure to lay out the DMX, Channels, and IP address of yourlighting rig. Helpingprepare students for the Reality of shooting on set, vs. the safer space oftraining in the classroom. The class hasthree tests, where students can demonstrate their understanding of the classmaterials. To request attendance to this course, please send an email to training@iatse479.org. Please include your name along with Course Title and Date of the Course. Thank you, Kevin Amick, Local 479 Director of Education and Training See more details •	23	24 FORKLIFT@ Sunbelt Re… FORKLIFT@ Sunbelt Rentals Kennesaw May 24, 2022 @ 7:30 am - 2:30 pm 2390 Cobb Pkwy NW, Kennesaw, GA 30152, USA To request attendance to this course, please send an email to training@iatse479.org. Please include your name along with Course Title and Date of the Course. 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 •	25 FORKLIFT @ Sunbelt R… FORKLIFT @ Sunbelt Rentals Empire Blvd. Atlanta May 25, 2022 @ 7:30 am - 2:00 pm 3430 Empire Blvd SW, Atlanta, GA 30354, USA To request attendance to this course, please send an email to training@iatse479.org. Please include your name along with Course Title and Date of the Course. 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 MEWP TRAINING @ SUNB… MEWP TRAINING @ SUNBELT RENTALS DULUTH May 26, 2022 @ 7:30 am - 2:00 pm 3885 Buford Hwy Duluth, GA 30096-4133 To request attendance to this course, please send an email to training@iatse479.org. Please include your name along with Course Title and Date of the Course. 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 •	27	28
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Education Leadership Team

Kevin Amick

Director of Education

Kevin joined the local in April of 2009. Kevin also serves as Local 479’s Director of Membership.

Felicia Smith

Administrative Assistant

Felicia is the administrator for our education program, preparing coursework, setting up the training facility, recording course completions, and administering sign-ups for the various programs offered by the IATSE Training Trust Fund.

Tyara Wilson

Receptionist

Ty is the friendly face of Local 479’s education department, greeting visitors and assisting members with signing up for training classes.

Education Classes

Local 479’s hands-on, interactive classes expose students to all aspects of the techniques employed by the craft and provide direct access to experts in the field, from vendor reps and equipment suppliers to department heads . Note that this page features a list of classes we have offered over the past 18 months.

How to Sign Up For Classes

Signing up for a class is really quite simple – the difficult part is requesting attendance before a class is filled. Take a moment to review these notes:

Unless noted otherwise, you must be a member in good standing of Local 479 to participate in one of our classes.
Check your email frequently. We often post notices on our social media outlets as well, so be sure to follow us on Facebook, but email is the most reliable way to stay up-to-date on our current classes and their availability.
If you see a class that you’d like to take, contact us immediately (in the manner specified in the email or social media posting) to get your name in the queue for a spot. You will be notified via email when you have been successfully registered for a class.
If you are confirmed as an attendee for a class be sure to attend on the day and time specified. If you find yourself unable to attend a class after receiving your confirmation of registration email, PLEASE notify Kevin or Ed via email or by phone at least 24 hours prior to the class, so that they may offer the spot to the next member on the waiting list.
To sign up and for more information on classes contact training@iatse479.org

Training Workshop

This 3,030 square foot multipurpose shop space is equipped with ample AC power to accommodate all training needs. Two large roll-up doors provide easy load-in and load-out of specialty equipment, allowing training classes to be conducted regardless of weather conditions. Local 479 has acquired a collection of construction tools, grip and electric equipment, and other technical tools in order to provide hands-on training and a true-to-life experience for members taking a class.

Safety Pass Application

Safety Pass Logos

The Safety Pass Program was conceived by the Motion Picture and Television Industry-Wide Labor-Management Safety Committee as a means of addressing the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (“OSHA”) requirements that employees be trained (and the training documented) in the safe use of equipment and work practices on their job. Sign up today (using the form linked below) to take modules A & A2.

All completed Safety Pass applications should be emailed to certifications@iatse479.org. Applications sent anywhere else will not be processed.

Follow this link to access an application form for the Safety Pass program.

LinkedIn Learning Membership

LinkedIn Learning subscriptions are FREE to IATSE Members! Information on how to sign up is provided in the members-only website. Through this subscription, you have unlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning online library of high-quality, instructional videos across a wide spectrum of technologies. It’s a personalized learning experience powered by the LinkedIn network, based on trending skills in your craft.

Follow this link to an application form for the LinkedIn Learning program.

Safety First Online Courses

The TTF Safety First! Online Courses © promote safe working conditions by providing information, tools, and resources to recognize potential hazards and minimize risks. Case studies from the various crafts are included, making the curriculum relevant across the IATSE workforce.

This includes the new course: Covid-19 Recommended Guidelines for Preventing Exposure in the Workplace.

Follow this link for an application form for the Safety First program.

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Education

Training Our Crews

Education Calendar

Education Leadership Team

Education Classes

Training Workshop

Safety Pass Application

LinkedIn Learning Membership

Safety First Online Courses

List Of Classes

Training Our Crews

Education Calendar

May 2022

Education Leadership Team

Kevin Amick

Felicia Smith

Tyara Wilson

Education Classes

How to Sign Up For Classes

Training Workshop

Safety Pass Application

LinkedIn Learning Membership

Safety First Online Courses