Playground Safety and Maintenance Training (Manassas)
2026-05-12 09:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Manassas City Hall – Council Chambers, 9027 Center Street, Manassas, 20110, United States
Every year, more than 200,000 children are seen at emergency rooms for injuries associated with playground equipment. While the only legal requirements placed on playgrounds involve the Americans with Disabilities Act, there are recommended actions to establish an organization’s “Standard of Care,” established by the Consumer Product Safety Commission as well as various American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) standards.
This training class will provide information on these requirements, so you can ensure your entity’s playgrounds are properly audited, maintained, and inspected. Proper management can help in preventing accidental injury.

Foundations of Digital Communications
2026-05-12 13:00 - 14:00
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Maintaining communications with your various stakeholders is a crucial component of effective reputation management.
This virtual presentation will address foundations in digital communications, providing an overview of best practices in social media and digital content creation and management. Tips and tricks for creating graphics, images, and video will be provided. Participants will also receive instruction on leveraging social media platforms to enhance stakeholder relationships, as well as information on gathering and understanding media metrics.

HR Hot Topics Roundtable
2026-05-13 10:00 - 11:00
What keeps you up at night or stresses you during the day? Bring your topics to this session to discuss with fellow HR practitioners.
Since this virtual event will have limited seating, registration will open on April 20.

Virginia Workers' Compensation Law and Compensability
2026-05-20 10:00 - 11:00
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This virtual training session provides a foundational understanding of workers’ compensation law with a focus on compensability—how and when an injury or illness qualifies for workers’ compensation benefits.
Participants will learn the legal principles that govern workers’ compensation claims, key decision points in determining compensability, and how these laws are applied in real-world claim scenarios.

Understanding the Workers' Compensation Litigation and Appeal Processes
2026-06-17 10:00 - 11:00
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This virtual engagement provides a clear and practical overview of the workers’ compensation litigation and appeal processes.
Participants will gain insight into how disputed claims progress through the legal system, the roles of the various parties involved, and what to expect at each stage—from initial dispute through resolution. The session emphasizes effective claim handling, compliance, and strategies to manage risk and control costs during litigation.

Best Practices: Recruiting, Interviewing & Hiring
2026-06-24 13:00 - 14:00
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This virtual presentation will cover best practices for legally compliant recruiting, interviewing, and hiring.

Spot the Risk, Fund the Fix! Using VRSA's Risk Management Grant to Maximize Results
2026-07-28 10:00 - 11:00
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This virtual session provides an in-depth overview of VRSA’s Risk Management Grant Program and its role in strengthening risk management across our member localities. We will discuss the intent behind the grant, how it supports proactive loss prevention efforts, and how it aligns with our shared goal of reducing workplace injuries, claims, and long-term costs within the risk pool.
Participants will receive a clear explanation of the grant process, including eligibility, funding parameters, timelines, and application expectations. More importantly, we will focus on how members can strategically use grant funds to address their most pressing exposures. By analyzing incident trends, identifying unsafe work practices, and targeting high-frequency or high-severity loss areas, local governments can leverage grant dollars to implement meaningful, sustainable safety improvements.

Virtual OSHA 10-Hour General Industry Course
2026-07-29 08:00 - 2026-07-30 11:30
This is a two-day class. When you register for this class, you will be registered for both days – July 29 & 30.
This two-day session is a virtual OSHA 10-Hour General Industry Course. Topics will include understanding VOSH, Chemical Safety, Electrical Hazards, Fall Protection, PPE, Confined Space, and much more.
July 29 – Class starts at 8:00 a.m. and ends at 4:00 p.m.
July 30 – Class starts at 8:00 a.m. and ends at 11:30 a.m.
Because of the virtual nature of this course, there are requirements all attendees must adhere to:

Each attendee must be on a computer (not a cell phone) with a camera, which must remain on for the entire course. The computer must also have a working microphone and speakers (or headset). Only one attendee per computer.
Attendees must be in a location where they are not driving, distracted, or doing other work.
Attendees must attend both days to receive credit.

If your workplace does not provide a distraction-free environment, please consider working from home, utilizing another facility, or using other means to eliminate distractions for the course.
All attendees will be given an OSHA 10-Hour card following the course. Failure to attend any portion of the course will result in not receiving the card.
All presenters are OSHA Authorized Outreach Instructors.

VRSA HR Services Overview
2026-07-29 10:00 - 10:30
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This virtual presentation covers the HR Services available to members with Public Officials Liability coverage.

Playground Safety & Maintenance Training
2026-08-04 10:00 - 12:00
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Every year, more than 200,000 children are seen at emergency rooms for injuries associated with playground equipment. While the only legal requirements placed on playgrounds involve the Americans with Disabilities Act, there are recommended actions to establish an organization’s “Standard of Care,” established by the Consumer Product Safety Commission, as well as various American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) standards.
This virtual training course will provide information on these requirements, so you can ensure your entity’s playgrounds are properly audited, maintained, and inspected. Proper management can help in preventing accidental injury.

July 1 Employment Law Changes
2026-08-05 10:00 - 10:30
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Join us for a high-level overview of some of Virginia’s 2026-28 employment law changes applicable to public sector employers.

OSHA 30-Hour General Industry Course (Centreville)
2026-08-11 08:00 - 2026-08-14 17:00 | Upper Occoquan Service Authority, 14631 Compton Road, Centreville, VA, 20121, United States
This is a four-day class. When you register for this class, you will be registered for all four days – August 11 – 14. Class begins at 8:00 a.m. and ends at 5:00 p.m. each day.
This nationally recognized OSHA 30-Hour General Industry Course is designed to promote workplace safety and health.
This four-day course focuses on recognizing and fixing hazards in the workplace. Topics will include an overview of OSHA and VOSH, walking-working surfaces, fall protection, electrical, scaffolding, trenching/excavating, struck by/caught in, and other common hazards. VRSA offers Authorized Outreach Instructors to facilitate this course.
All attendees must arrive between 7:30 and 7:45 a.m. to allow time to present their license or photo ID and sign into class. The class will begin promptly at 8:00 a.m. and end at 5:00 pm. each day.
Upon completion of all four days, students will receive an OSHA 30 Completion Card at no cost to the member.

Communications Ethics: Bots, Misinformation, and More
2026-08-19 13:00 - 14:00
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Social media and digital communications bring a new set of ethical issues, including managing comments and bots, addressing misinformation, managing Artificial Intelligence (AI) communications tools with transparency and trust, and more.
This virtual presentation will address how members can navigate these challenges while maintaining open, transparent, and ethical communications with their audiences.

The Bully Free Workplace
2026-08-26 13:00 - 14:00
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The term workplace bullying describes a wide range of behaviors, and this complexity makes addressing it difficult and often ineffective.
In this virtual session, we will cover:
* Definition of workplace bullying;
* Forms of bullying behavior;
* Differences between bullying, illegal discrimination, and harassment based on protected group status;
* Why it is important to confront and stop workplace bullying; and
* Ways to stop offensive behaviors.

Water / Wastewater Roundtable (Mt. Crawford)
2026-08-28 09:00 - 13:00 | Harrisonburg-Rockingham Regional Sewer Authority, 856 N. River Road, Mt. Crawford, VA, 22841, United States
This roundtable isn’t just a meeting—it’s a dynamic gathering of passionate, like-minded professionals coming together to exchange ideas, spark innovation, and strengthen our shared commitment to protecting employees and the communities we serve.
Join us to share your experiences and challenges growing, upholding, and continually improving a strong culture of safety and health in your communities.
This is an open discussion. Feel free to share your questions, concerns, and/or successes with the group as a whole. Topics are open based on member concerns.
Refreshments will be provided.

2026 VRSA Fall Education Forum (Williamsburg)
2026-09-15 08:30 - 12:00 | Greater Williamsburg Sports and Event Center, 250 Visitor Center Drive, Williamsburg, 23185, United States
The 2026 VRSA Fall Education Forums will cover several timely and interactive topics, including:

How Can We Help You? An ADA Discussion
Is it Compensable? A Judge-for-a-Day Workers’ Compensation Workshop
From Headlines to Home: Recent Cyber Incidents and Bringing Awareness to Protect Your Entity and Yourself

Fall Education Forum Agenda

HRCI credit will be available for all three sessions.
Registration begins at 8:30 a.m., and the meeting will adjourn by noon. Morning refreshments and lunch will be provided.

2026 VRSA Fall Education Forum (Lorton)
2026-09-17 08:30 - 12:00 | The River View at Occoquan, 9751 Ox Road, Lorton, VA, 22079, United States

2026 VRSA Fall Education Forum (Harrisonburg)
2026-09-22 08:30 - 12:00 | Hotel Madison & Shenandoah Valley Conference Center, 710 S. Main Street, Harrisonburg, VA, 22801, United States

2026 VRSA Fall Education Forum (Wytheville)
2026-09-23 08:30 - 12:00 | Wytheville Community Center, 333 Community Boulevard, Wytheville, VA, 24382, United States

Virtual OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course
2026-10-07 08:00 - 2026-10-08 12:00
This is a two-day class. When you register for this class, you will be registered for both days – October 7 & 8.
This two-day session is a virtual OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course. Topics will include understanding VOSH, Chemical Safety, Electrical Hazards, Fall Protection, Trenching, PPE, and much more.
Oct. 7 – Class starts at 8:00 a.m. and ends at 4:00 p.m.
Oct. 8 – Class starts at 8:00 a.m. and ends at Noon
Because of the virtual nature of this course, there are requirements all attendees must adhere to:

Each attendee must be on their own computer (no tablets, phones, or group training, etc.) with a working camera and microphone. The camera must always be on during the instruction sessions. Due to the use of handouts, a second monitor is preferred (but not required).
Your work area must be free from distraction and conducive to your education (No riding in vehicles). Please silence your phones and turn off emails, messaging apps, web-browsing, and other similar devices.
Timeliness is key. Please be logged in by 8 a.m. each day and pay attention to break and lunch times. We will begin promptly to keep the course moving.

It’s important to note that failure to abide by these rules may result in removal from the course without credit for the course.
All attendees will be given an OSHA 10-Hour card following the course. Failure to attend any portion of the course will result in not receiving the card.
All presenters are OSHA Authorized Outreach Instructors.

Eastern and Southside Virginia Water & Wastewater Roundtable (Suffolk)
2026-10-14 09:00 - 12:00 | City of Suffolk Public Works Facility, 866 Carolina Road, Suffolk, VA, 23434, United States
This roundtable isn’t just a meeting—it’s a dynamic gathering of passionate, like-minded professionals coming together to exchange ideas, spark innovation, and strengthen our shared commitment to protecting employees and the communities we serve.
Join us to share your experiences, challenges, and success stories for continual improvement in building a strong culture of safety and health in your communities.
This is an open discussion. Feel free to share your questions, concerns, and/or successes with the group as a whole. Topics are open based on member concerns.

Click Here to Get Scammed: The Art of Fraudulent Instructions
2026-10-14 10:00 - 11:00
This virtual presentation explores the world of fraudulent instructions—the “totally legitimate” emails, messages, and requests that somehow always involve urgency, secrecy, and sending money right now. We’ll break down how these schemes work, why they’re so effective, and the common tactics scammers use to bypass even the most well-trained employees.
Attendees will learn how to spot red flags, verify requests before taking action, and avoid becoming the next cautionary tale in a cybersecurity training deck. From fake vendor payment changes to “urgent” executive requests, this session provides practical strategies to recognize and respond to suspicious instructions—without falling for the pressure.

Ethical Considerations for the Public Sector
2026-10-14 13:00 - 14:00
High ethical standards are especially important in the public sector as they are key to credibility. Join us for a virtual presentation as we look at some of the ethical challenges you may face.

OSHA 30-Hour General Industry Course (Suffolk)
2026-10-20 08:00 - 2026-10-23 17:00 | City of Suffolk – Public Utilities Field Operations Center, 272 Benton Road, Suffolk, VA, 23434, United States
This is a four-day class. When you register for this class, you will be registered for all four days – October 20-23. Class begins at 8:00 a.m. and ends at 5:00 p.m. each day.
This nationally recognized OSHA 30-Hour General Industry Course is designed to promote workplace safety and health.
This four-day course focuses on recognizing and fixing hazards in the workplace. Topics will include an overview of OSHA and VOSH, walking-working surfaces, fall protection, electrical, confined space, and other common hazards. VRSA offers Authorized Outreach Instructors to facilitate this course.
All attendees must arrive between 7:30 and 7:45 a.m. to allow time to present their license or photo ID and sign into class. The class will begin promptly at 8:00 a.m. and end at 5:00 pm. each day.
Upon completion of all four days, students will receive an OSHA 30 Completion Card at no cost to the member.

Playground Safety and Maintenance Training (Glen Allen)
2026-10-21 10:00 - 12:00 | Virginia Risk Sharing Association (VRSA), 11243 Nuckols Road, Glen Allen, VA, 23059, United States
Every year, more than 200,000 children are seen at emergency rooms for injuries associated with playground equipment. While the only legal requirements placed on playgrounds involve the Americans with Disabilities Act, there are recommended actions to establish an organization’s “Standard of Care,” established by the Consumer Product Safety Commission as well as various American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) standards.
This training will provide information on these requirements, so you can ensure your entity’s playgrounds are properly audited, maintained, and inspected. Proper management can help prevent accidental injury.

HR's Role in Cybersecurity
2026-10-28 10:00 - 11:00
The HR function has become integral to organizational cyber risk management in recent years.
Along with information security/information technology, HR is increasingly called upon to help determine and enforce employee data permissions, train and enforce cybersecurity policies and procedures, and help respond to cyber events involving employees.

Annual NOVA Roundtable (Vienna)
2026-10-29 09:00 - 13:00 | Vienna Community Center, 120 Cherry Street, SE, Vienna, VA, 22180, United States
This roundtable isn’t just a meeting—it’s a dynamic gathering of passionate, like-minded professionals coming together to exchange ideas, spark innovation, and strengthen our shared commitment to protecting employees and the communities we serve.
Each year, this group exchanges ideas, addresses challenges, and shares best practices to tirelessly safeguard their employees and citizens, reflecting a common purpose to grow, uphold, and continually improve a strong culture of safety and health in their communities.
This is an open discussion. Feel free to share your questions, concerns, and/or successes with the group as a whole. Topics are open based on member concerns.
Refreshments will be provided.

No One Likes a Comeback: Preventing Sewer Backups Before They Happen
2026-11-04 10:00 - 11:00
Sewer backups are more than an inconvenience—they pose serious risks to public health, property, and the environment. This virtual presentation explores how local governments can proactively prevent sewer system failures through effective planning, maintenance, and community engagement.
We’ll examine the common causes of backups, including aging infrastructure, stormwater infiltration, and improper disposal practices. Attendees will learn about practical solutions such as routine system inspections, infrastructure upgrades, smart monitoring technologies, and public education campaigns to reduce blockages.
By combining data-driven decision-making with clear policies and community partnerships, local governments can reduce costly emergencies, improve system reliability, and protect residents from avoidable disruptions.

How to Tell Your Entity's Story to Gain Support and Drive the Narrative
2026-11-18 13:00 - 14:00
Authentic storytelling can help your entity build a connection with your citizens.
In this virtual engagement, learn how taking a strategic approach toward storytelling can help you identify stories within your entity, tie them to your organizational goals, and develop them for various platforms and audiences.
