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The Future of Apprenticeships in North America

May 13, 2026

How simulation-based training develops skills and prepares job-ready operators Apprenticeships are resurging across North America as industries search for sustainable ways to build skilled talent. The construction industry alone needs more than 500,000 skilled workers every year, and heavy equipment operators remain among the highest-demand roles. As employers face rising workforce shortages, apprenticeships offer a proven pathway to develop job-ready talent. A major shift is underway toward competency-based education, where apprentices advance by demonstrating competence rather than by meeting a set number of hours. Individuals now pursue apprenticeships not only to enter the field but also to reskill and upgrade their

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Heat-related Hazards Infographic

Construction workers often find themselves working in extremely hot temperatures. Taking precautions such as wearing the appropriate clothing and knowing the signs of heat-related illnesses can prevent a trip to

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June 22, 2023
Cat Simulators Excavator Training
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Simformed May/June 2023

In This Issue Simformotion™ Operator Skills Training Program. Free Backhoe Loader Operator Safety Infographic. Toombs County High School Pathways Program. What People Are Saying About SimScholars™ Curriculum. Simformotion™ Operator Skills

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June 1, 2023
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7-Ways to Prevent Heavy Equipment Accidents

Training can help keep heavy equipment operators, jobsite personnel and machinery safe. From buckling up to conducting a pre-operation walkaround to communicating effectively, operators can help keep themselves and others

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May 4, 2023
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Operating Sprayers Efficiently

It’s planting season which means prepping the soil effectively and efficiently. To save money and prevent over or under-applying chemicals, download this free infographic and follow these best spraying practices.

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April 27, 2023
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Create a Construction Safety Program

One out of every five worker deaths occurs in construction. Creating a safety program for your construction site can help prevent accidents and protect your workers. Download our free infographic to learn

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April 20, 2023
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Excavator Safety Infographic

Heavy equipment operators must keep safety in mind at all times. No matter what size Excavator they are operating, the safety practices are the same. Download our free Excavator Operator Safety Tips infographic

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April 18, 2023
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Blind Spot Awareness

Heavy equipment operators inside a cab often have limited visibility and blind spots. A blind spot happens when the operator can’t see objects directly or with mirrors. Each machine has

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April 3, 2023
Cat Simulators SimLite Compact Track Loader
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Simformed March/April 2023

In This Issue Cat® Simulators SimLite Compact Track Loader. Pre-operation Walkaround Inspection Infographic. Finning Canada’s Steve Kean Shares How Cat Simulators Benefit Customers. Free Training Sessions: SimScholars™ Curriculum and Cat®

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March 30, 2023

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