Paratech University / Official Hands-On Training
Paratech University is a two-day hands-on event using the most current heavy lifting, shifting, stabilizing, building and structural shoring techniques. Events feature product training with Paratech equipment coordinated by Paratech and a certified training organization.
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» PARATECH UNIVERSITY - MONCKS CORNER, SC (CHARLESTON METRO)
- Date: July 31 - August 1, 2025
- Location: Berkley County Fire Training Center, 474 Reid Hill Rd., Moncks Corner, SC, 29461
- SOLD OUT: To join the Wait List, click on the registration link.
- Registration Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/paratech-university-moncks-corner-sc-charleston-metro-tickets-1405815374629?aff=oddtdtcreator
» TRENCH PARATECH UNIVERSITY
- Date: August 21-22, 2025
- Location: Operating Engineers Local 324, 275 E Highland Road, Howell, MI, 48843
- Registration Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/paratech-trench-university-tickets-1389575731419?aff=oddtdtcreator
» PARATECH UNIVERSITY - SPOKANE VALLEY
- Date: October 11-12, 2025
- Location: Spokane County Fire District 9, 3801 E Farwell, Mead WA 99021
- Registration Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/paratech-university-mead-wa-spokane-metro-tickets-1389598399219?aff=oddtdtcreator
» PARATECH UNIVERSITY - ONTARIO, CANADA
- Date: October 21-22, 2025
- Location: Oakville Training Campus for Emergency Excellence, 1144 S Service RD W, Oakville, ON, L6L 5T7, Canada
- SOLD OUT: To join the Wait List, click on the registration link.
- Registration Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/paratech-university-oakville-ontario-canada-tickets-1389805207789?aff=oddtdtcreator
» PARATECH UNIVERSITY - DORAL, FL (MIAMI-DADE METRO)
- Date: November 6-7, 2025
- Location: Miami-Dade Fire Rescue Training Center, 9300 NW 41st Street, Doral, Florida 33178
- SOLD OUT: To join the Wait List, click on the registration link.
- Registration Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/paratech-university-doral-fl-miami-dade-metro-tickets-1389874023619?aff=oddtdtcreator
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Frequently Asked Questions
PPE:
While on the training ground all participants must bring and wear full PPE. Full PPE is a helmet, eye protection, long sleeves, gloves, pants, and boots. Full bunker gear is not mandatory.
Training:
Paratech provides equipment, instructors and materials.
What are the hours of Paratech University?
- Paratech University start time is 8am. End time is 4pm.
- Paratech Structural Shoring University start time is 8am. End time is 4pm.
- Paratech Trench University start time is 7am. End time is 5pm.
Instructor:
Qualified Third-Party instructors conduct Paratech University training.
Will I receive continuing education credits?
Attendees who complete the Paratech University course will receive a Certificate of Participation from the Third-Party instructing company.
Attendee Responsibilities:
Each participant will be responsible for their hotel accommodations, transportation to and from the event, dinner costs and an attendance fee per person.
What does the Paratech University include?
- Overview/Lecture
- Paratech Tool Lab Station Rotations: Learn about the Paratech tools, Vehicle Stabilization using Rescue Struts with car on roof and another station with a car on its side
- Heavy Vehicle Lifting & Stabilization Station: using Rescue Struts & Hydraulic Struts
- Building Shoring Station: using Rakers, Flying Rakers and Woodless Raker Systems
- Rigging Station: using Monopod and Bipod
- Air Bag Heavy Lifting Station: using Maxiforce® and Multiforce Air Lifting Bags
- Final Exercise: Putting it all together using skills learned to move heavy objects
What does the Paratech Structural Shoring University include?
- Overview/Lecture
- Paratech Tool Lab
- Exterior Shoring Doors & Windows
- Interior Confined Space & Spot Shoring
- Interior/Exterior Heavy Lifting and Stabilization
- Rigging using Pod systems
- Interior Slope floor Shoring
- Exterior Raker Shoring w/ Building monitoring.
- Interior Elevator Support and Rescue
- Interior Column Stabilization
What does the Paratech Trench University include?
- Overview/Lecture
- Paratech Tool Lab
- Void Management Options Station
- Shoring a Trench “End Wall” Station
- L-Trench Station
Registration Allotment:
Maximum 4 attendees per company.
Age Requirement:
18+
Payment:
Credit Cards are accepted for attendance fee payment. *Pricing for United States.
- Paratech University $100+
- Paratech Structural Shoring University $175
- Paratech Trench University $250
Food:
Coffee, Water, Fruit, Snacks and Lunch are provided on both days of Paratech University. Dinner costs are not included in the attendance fee.
Terms & Conditions:
- Severe weather or other major events may impact our operations.
- Unfortunately, we will not be able to refund your fee in the event of a severe weather cancellation.
- In case of a cancellation due to force majeure you will receive a full refund.
- If for some reason a Paratech University cannot be held, Paratech reserves the right to cancel with 2 weeks notice and a full refund will be issued.
Wait List:
Paratech Universities have limited registration spots available. Maximum 4 attendees per company. If you would like more than 4 attendees from your department to attend the Paratech University, you can add additional personnel to our Wait List. The Wait List becomes available after registration is full. If a spot becomes available, you will be notified via email and have 1 day to secure that opening. If you do not secure the opening within 1 day, the opening will be released to the next person on the Wait List.
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