BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Vestex - ECPv6.15.17//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Vestex X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://vestex.com.gt/en/ X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Vestex REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Guatemala BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20240101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Guatemala:20250821T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Guatemala:20250821T110000 DTSTAMP:20260513T071335 CREATED:20250806T211937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T140017Z UID:10000889-1755766800-1755774000@vestex.com.gt SUMMARY:Cleaner production and environmental management systematization DESCRIPTION:Class days: Thursday 21 \nHours: 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. \nModality: Virtual at no cost \nStarts 21/August/2025 \nEnds 21/October/2025 \nPresented by: Luis Muñoz of the Guatemalan Center for Cleaner Production \n* Cleaner production strategy\, characteristics and implementation process. \n* Application of the environmental performance methodology to achieve a systematization of environmental management\, benefits and contributions to business competitiveness. \n???? Enter the zoom link. URL:https://vestex.com.gt/en/evento/produccion-mas-limpia-y-sistematizacion-de-la-gestion-ambiental/ CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Guatemala:20250826T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Guatemala:20250826T110000 DTSTAMP:20260513T071336 CREATED:20250806T212414Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T204036Z UID:10000892-1756198800-1756206000@vestex.com.gt SUMMARY:Contents and use of the first aid kit DESCRIPTION:Class days: Tuesday 26 \nHours: 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. \nModality: Virtual at no cost \nStarts: 26/August/2025 \nPresented by: Dr. Marco A. Urizar \nDo you know the minimum contents of the first aid kit and the correct use of emergency care supplies? \n???? Enter the zoom link. URL:https://vestex.com.gt/en/evento/contenido-y-uso-del-botiquin-de-primeros-auxilios/ CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Guatemala:20250916T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Guatemala:20250916T110000 DTSTAMP:20260513T071336 CREATED:20250917T154625Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T154700Z UID:10000928-1758013200-1758020400@vestex.com.gt SUMMARY:Occupational risk during pregnancy DESCRIPTION:Virtual at no cost \nOccupational hazards to which pregnant workers are exposed and preventive measures \nBy: Dr. Marco A. Urizar \nRegister here URL:https://vestex.com.gt/en/evento/riesgo-laboral-durante-el-embarazo/ CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Guatemala:20250918T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Guatemala:20250918T110000 DTSTAMP:20260513T071336 CREATED:20250917T155001Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T155032Z UID:10000931-1758186000-1758193200@vestex.com.gt SUMMARY:Environmental Performance Methodology DESCRIPTION:Virtual at no cost \nBy: Luis Muñoz of the Guatemalan Center for Cleaner Production \nRegister here URL:https://vestex.com.gt/en/evento/metodologia-de-desempeno-ambiental/ CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250919 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250920 DTSTAMP:20260513T071336 CREATED:20250827T193617Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T144159Z UID:10000909-1758240000-1758326399@vestex.com.gt SUMMARY:Risk prevention course DESCRIPTION:Recognize occupational hazards in your company\n Our intensive course in Occupational Risk Prevention prepares you to create safer and more productive work environments.\n \n Register now\n \n \nPartners\nQ950\nNon-members\nQ1\,050\n \nModality\nHybrid\n \nStart\nMarch 13\nTime\n20 hours\n Intensive course\n \nDiploma\n Valid for registration with the Ministry of Labor and Social Security.\n \n \nTaught by\nDr. Marco Aurelio Urizar\n \nAddressed to:\n\nOccupational Health and Safety Monitors\nWorkers with specific preventive functions\n\nGraduate profile:\nAt the end of this course\, the graduate will have the professional competencies that will allow him/her to analyze and study the different preventive measures\, both at individual and collective level\, that must be used in Risk Prevention in the tasks and processes of the clothing and textile sector. \n \nDuration: 20 hours \nContents: 4 modules \nBasic Concepts on Occupational Safety and Health – 4 hours \n\nBasic concepts of risk prevention \nBasic concepts: work and health \nDamages and consequences derived from work\nOccupational accidents and occupational diseases \nOHS legislation\, legal framework. Rights and obligations  \n\nIdentification of occupational hazards and risks – 6 hours \n\nClassification of occupational hazards\nRisk identification and assessment methods  \n\nThe control of workers’ health (SVS) – 6 hours \n\nBasic concepts of epidemiological surveillance: What is it?\nIndustrial safety basics and preventive disciplines  \nBasic concepts of ergonomics and psychosocial risk. Stress\, musculoskeletal\, assessment tools.\n\n\nPrevention management and first aid in the company – 4 hours \n\nHow to manage an occupational health and safety plan 1 hour\nFirst aid and use of first aid kit 3 hours\n\n \n \n \n \nRegister here URL:https://vestex.com.gt/en/evento/curso-prevencion-de-riesgos/ CATEGORIES:Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vestex.com.gt/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Banners_Curso-de-prevencion-01-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Guatemala:20250930T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Guatemala:20250930T110000 DTSTAMP:20260513T071336 CREATED:20250917T155231Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T181844Z UID:10000934-1759222800-1759230000@vestex.com.gt SUMMARY:Ergonomics applied to the textile industry DESCRIPTION:Ergonomics applied to the textile industry \n30 September 2025 \n9:00am to 11:00am \nVirtual with cost \nErgonomic risks to which workers in clothing and textile companies are exposed and prevention of musculoskeletal injuries. \nTaught by: Dr. Marco A. Urizar \nRegister here URL:https://vestex.com.gt/en/evento/ergonomia-aplicada-a-la-industria-textil/ CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Guatemala:20251024T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Guatemala:20251024T120000 DTSTAMP:20260513T071336 CREATED:20251016T232031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T233857Z UID:10000952-1761292800-1761307200@vestex.com.gt SUMMARY:BASIC FIRST AID DESCRIPTION:Primary and secondary care; fractures\, burns\, hemorrhages\, wounds. \nPresented by: Dr. Marco A. Urizar \nOn-site \nOctober 24th \n8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. \nPrice Members: 250.º0 \nNon-member Price: 300.00 \n  URL:https://vestex.com.gt/en/evento/primeros-auxilios-basico-2/ CATEGORIES:Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vestex.com.gt/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Agenda-AIT-OCTUBRE.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Guatemala:20251030T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Guatemala:20251030T110000 DTSTAMP:20260513T071336 CREATED:20251016T233154Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T195432Z UID:10000955-1761814800-1761822000@vestex.com.gt SUMMARY:PREVENTION OF ACCIDENTS AT WORK DESCRIPTION:Presented by: Dr. Marco A. Urizar \nvirtual \nOctober 30 \n9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. \nfree of charge \n Register here \n  URL:https://vestex.com.gt/en/evento/prevencion-de-accidentes-laborales/ CATEGORIES:Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vestex.com.gt/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Agenda-AIT-OCTUBRE.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Guatemala:20251111T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Guatemala:20251111T113000 DTSTAMP:20260513T071336 CREATED:20251023T215844Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T153515Z UID:10000959-1762848000-1762860600@vestex.com.gt SUMMARY:Course Decree 29-89 DESCRIPTION:Course\nDecree 29-89\n\nObligations\nFigures\nBilling\n\nCase Study\n\n\nIn addition\, we will also inform about the important modifications for transformation coefficient and unit of measurement.\n\nLocation: \nVESTEX Offices 5a. Avenida 5-55 zona 14\, Europlaza\, Tower 1\, Level 7\, Offices 703 and 704. \n\nDates available: \nTuesday\, November 11\, 2025 orThursday\, November 13\, 2025\n(Select the date that suits you best. It is the same course on both dates). \n\nSchedule: \n8:00 – 11:30 a.m.\n\n Direct and affiliated exporters: \nFree of charge\n General public \nQ350\nRegister here: URL:https://vestex.com.gt/en/evento/facturacion-decreto-29-89/ CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Guatemala:20251111T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Guatemala:20251111T110000 DTSTAMP:20260513T071336 CREATED:20251113T155058Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T155058Z UID:10000980-1762851600-1762858800@vestex.com.gt SUMMARY:Ergonomics: The science of good posture DESCRIPTION:Ergonomic posture and repetitive movements; importance of ictive breaks. \nPresented by: Dr. Marco a. Urizar \nNo cost URL:https://vestex.com.gt/en/evento/ergonomia-la-ciencia-de-una-buena-postura-2/ CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Guatemala:20251127T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Guatemala:20251127T090000 DTSTAMP:20260513T071336 CREATED:20251112T200622Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T155402Z UID:10000976-1764234000-1764234000@vestex.com.gt SUMMARY:Knowing the risks of asbestos DESCRIPTION:Prolonged exposure to high concentrations of asbestos fibers in the air generates risks that usually manifest decades after the initial exposure. \nNovember 27 \n9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. \nVirtual \nNo cost \nPresented by: Dr. Marco A. Urizar URL:https://vestex.com.gt/en/evento/conociendo-los-riesgos-del-asbesto/ CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Guatemala:20251202T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Guatemala:20251202T110000 DTSTAMP:20260513T071336 CREATED:20251202T151226Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T151827Z UID:10000982-1764666000-1764673200@vestex.com.gt SUMMARY:HIV update DESCRIPTION:Advances\, challenges and new perspectives on the disease \nPresented by: Dr. Marco A. Urizar \nvirtual \nDecember 2nd \n9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. \nfree of charge \n Register here \n  URL:https://vestex.com.gt/en/evento/actualizacion-vih/ CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Guatemala:20251211T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Guatemala:20251211T110000 DTSTAMP:20260513T071336 CREATED:20251202T151544Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T151647Z UID:10000985-1765443600-1765450800@vestex.com.gt SUMMARY:Epidemiological surveillance for the prevention of occupational diseases DESCRIPTION:Respiratory protection\, hearing protection and prevention due to dysergonomic risk \nPresented by: Dr. Marco A. Urizar \nvirtual \nDecember 11th \n9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. \nfree of charge \n Register here \n  URL:https://vestex.com.gt/en/evento/vigilancia-epidemiologica-para-prevencion-de-enfermedades-profesionales/ CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Guatemala:20260113T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Guatemala:20260113T110000 DTSTAMP:20260513T071336 CREATED:20251218T200212Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T200301Z UID:10001000-1768294800-1768302000@vestex.com.gt SUMMARY:Safe handling of boilers DESCRIPTION:Risk factors when handling boilers. \nImportance of preventive maintenance and performance control. \nFrequent inspection of boiler safety components. \nPresented by: Dr. Marco A. Urizar \nvirtual \nJanuary 13\, 2026 \n9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. \nfree of charge \n Register here \n  URL:https://vestex.com.gt/en/evento/manejo-seguro-de-calderas/ CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Guatemala:20260122T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Guatemala:20260122T110000 DTSTAMP:20260513T071336 CREATED:20251218T200522Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T200616Z UID:10001003-1769072400-1769079600@vestex.com.gt SUMMARY:Active breaks DESCRIPTION:Importance of short breaks during the workday to do exercises that reactivate the body and mind\, fighting fatigue and stiffness\, improving circulation and productivity. \nPresented by: Dr. Marco A. Urizar \nvirtual \nJanuary 22\, 2026 \n9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. \nfree of charge \n Register here \n  URL:https://vestex.com.gt/en/evento/pausas-activas/ CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Guatemala:20260212T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Guatemala:20260212T100000 DTSTAMP:20260513T071336 CREATED:20260210T202827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T202956Z UID:10001195-1770890400-1770890400@vestex.com.gt SUMMARY:Knowing the risks of asbestos DESCRIPTION:Virtual at no cost \nProlonged exposure or exposure to high concentrations of asbestos fibers in the air generates risks that usually manifest decades after the initial exposure. \nTaught by: Dr. Marco A. Urizar \nfrom 9am to 11am \nRegister here URL:https://vestex.com.gt/en/evento/conociendo-los-riesgos-del-asbesto-2/ CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Guatemala:20260219T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Guatemala:20260219T110000 DTSTAMP:20260513T071336 CREATED:20260210T203604Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T203713Z UID:10001198-1771491600-1771498800@vestex.com.gt SUMMARY:Optimizing workplace safety: PPE selection\, regulations and error prevention DESCRIPTION:Virtual at no cost \nPPE in the textile industry. Correct selection. Applicable standards. Common errors in its use. \nTaught by: Dr. Marco A. Urizar \nfrom 9am to 11am \nRegister here URL:https://vestex.com.gt/en/evento/optimizando-la-seguridad-laboral-seleccion-normativa-y-prevencion-de-errores-en-epp/ CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Guatemala:20260310T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Guatemala:20260310T110000 DTSTAMP:20260513T071336 CREATED:20260305T205145Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T205159Z UID:10001232-1773133200-1773140400@vestex.com.gt SUMMARY:Risk management compliance: The importance of the work permit DESCRIPTION:Permits to work are essential in the management of high-risk tasks\, as they function as a control mechanism to verify that hazards are identified and safety measures are complied with before and during the work. \nVirtual at no cost \nDr. Marco A. Urizar \nRegister here URL:https://vestex.com.gt/en/evento/cumplimiento-en-gestion-de-riesgos-la-importancia-del-permiso-de-trabajo/ CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Guatemala:20260313T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Guatemala:20260313T120000 DTSTAMP:20260513T071336 CREATED:20260213T172750Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T210535Z UID:10001201-1773388800-1773403200@vestex.com.gt SUMMARY:Intensive Course: Occupational Risk Prevention - March 2026 DESCRIPTION:Recognize occupational hazards in your company\n Our intensive course in Occupational Risk Prevention prepares you to create safer and more productive work environments.\n \n Register now\n \n \nPartners\nQ950\nNon-members\nQ1\,050\n \nModality\nHybrid\n \nStart\nMarch 13\nTime\n20 hours\n Intensive course\n \nDiploma\n Valid for registration with the Ministry of Labor and Social Security.\n \n \nTaught by\nDr. Marco Aurelio Urizar\n \nAddressed to:\n\nOccupational Health and Safety Monitors\nWorkers with specific preventive functions\n\nGraduate profile:\nAt the end of this course\, the graduate will have the professional competencies that will allow him/her to analyze and study the different preventive measures\, both at individual and collective level\, that must be used in Risk Prevention in the tasks and processes of the clothing and textile sector. \n \nDuration: 20 hours \nContents: 4 modules \nBasic Concepts on Occupational Safety and Health – 4 hours \n\nBasic concepts of risk prevention \nBasic concepts: work and health \nDamages and consequences derived from work\nOccupational accidents and occupational diseases \nOHS legislation\, legal framework. Rights and obligations  \n\nIdentification of occupational hazards and risks – 6 hours \n\nClassification of occupational hazards\nRisk identification and assessment methods  \n\nThe control of workers’ health (SVS) – 6 hours \n\nBasic concepts of epidemiological surveillance: What is it?\nIndustrial safety basics and preventive disciplines  \nBasic concepts of ergonomics and psychosocial risk. Stress\, musculoskeletal\, assessment tools.\n\n\nPrevention management and first aid in the company – 4 hours \n\nHow to manage an occupational health and safety plan 1 hour\nFirst aid and use of first aid kit 3 hours\n\n \n \n \n \nRegister here URL:https://vestex.com.gt/en/evento/curso-prevencion-de-riesgos-marzo-2026/ CATEGORIES:Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vestex.com.gt/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Banners-Lanzamiento-02.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Guatemala:20260313T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Guatemala:20260313T120000 DTSTAMP:20260513T071336 CREATED:20260305T210154Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T210551Z UID:10001238-1773388800-1773403200@vestex.com.gt SUMMARY:Intensive Course: Occupational Risk Prevention DESCRIPTION:20-hour course in which you will obtain the skills to analyze risks in the work areas and propose preventive measures. \nHybrid – Members Q950 – Non-members Q1050 \nDr. Marco A. Urizar \nRegister here URL:https://vestex.com.gt/en/evento/curso-intensivo-prevencion-de-riesgos-laborales/ CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Guatemala:20260317T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Guatemala:20260317T100000 DTSTAMP:20260513T071336 CREATED:20260305T205427Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T205437Z UID:10001235-1773738000-1773741600@vestex.com.gt SUMMARY:Particulate matter and emissions. DESCRIPTION:Learn the difference between particulate matter measurements and air quality emissions. \nPresented by the Guatemalan Center for Cleaner Production \nVirtual at no cost \nCarlos Recinos \nRegister here URL:https://vestex.com.gt/en/evento/material-particulado-y-emisiones/ CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Guatemala:20260423T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Guatemala:20260423T120000 DTSTAMP:20260513T071336 CREATED:20260409T160336Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T200739Z UID:10001243-1776931200-1776945600@vestex.com.gt SUMMARY:Course: Tagging and Blocking - April 2026 DESCRIPTION:Labeling and Blocking Course (LOTO)\n Accident prevention and control of hazardous energies in industrial maintenance\n \n Register now\n \nThis course is fully booked.\n \nPartners\nQ350\nNon-members\nQ400\n \nModality\nOn-site\n \nDate\nApril 23rd\n8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.\n \n \nTaught by\nDr. Marco Aurelio Urizar\n \nIs this course for you?\n\nAimed at maintenance workers who wish to strengthen their knowledge in industrial safety and risk prevention during machinery repair or intervention processes.\n\nWhat will you learn in this course?\n✔ Identification of hazardous energies (electrical\, thermal\, kinetic\, among others)✔ How to develop a lockout and tagout procedure (LOTO)✔ Correct use of lockout devices according to the type of equipment✔ Application of measures to prevent occupational accidents✔ Good practices in safe maintenance. \n \nProgram content\nContents: 3 modules\n1. Types of energy: \n\nKinetic energy\nThermal energy\nElectric power\n\n2. Locking devices:\n\nTypes of devices\nCorrect use according to equipment\n\n3. LOTO Procedures:\n\nDevice requirements\nSequence of the basic procedure\nLockout/tagout procedure\n\n \n \n \nSpace for this course is full. URL:https://vestex.com.gt/en/evento/curso-etiquetado-y-bloqueo-abril-2026/ LOCATION:VESTEX\, 5th Ave. 5-55\, Europlaza Torre 1\, Level 7\, Offices 703 and 704. Zone 14. \, Guatemala\, Guatemala\, 01014\, Guatemala CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR