The training is part of the Ready to Work Partnership initiative to support and scale innovative collaborations between employers, nonprofit organizations and federal job training programs to help connect ready-to-work Americans with ready-to-be-filled jobs.The classroom instruction focuses on fundamental skills training, analytical troubleshooting, creative problem solving, conditioning and injury prevention, root cause analysis, OSHA standards, blueprint reading, team work and work ethics. Labs have production simulations, production orientation and production processing for 'hands on' training components. The training is built around a comprehensive, up-front assessment of individuals' needs and skills culminating in job placement into middle- and high-skilled jobs. The training includes tangible commitments from employers and other partners to provide employment opportunities, technical skills training, and on-the-job training and other paid work experience.