Environmental & Industrial Safety
Learn the regulations, policies and procedures of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) required by certain occupations.
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Iowa's drug testing law (Iowa Code Section 730.5, paragraph 9.h. and Administrative Code Section 640) enhances worker safety by creating drug & substance free workplaces. One tool available to private sector employers is drug testing (inclusive of alcohol testing). An employer who chooses to use this tool must attend a minimum of two hours of initial training, and a minimum of one hour annually for update or refresher training. This training meets the one-hour annual refresher training requirement and includes information concerning the recognition of evidence of employee alcohol and/or other drug abuse, the documentation and corroboration of alcohol and/or other drug abuse, and the referral of employees who abuse alcohol and/or other drugs to the employee assistance program.
110313
Th, Oct 8
1 - 2 PM
$39
SCC WB 517
M Reed
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Alcohol & Other Drug Awareness for Managers and Supervisors
Iowa's drug testing law (Iowa Code Section 730.5, paragraph 9.h. and Administrative Code Section 640) enhances worker safety by creating drug and substance free workplaces. One tool available to private sector employers is drug testing (including alcohol testing). An employer who chooses to use this tool must attend a minimum of two-hours of initial training and a minimum of one-hour annually for update or refresher training. This training meets the initial two-hour training requirement and includes information concerning the recognition of evidence of employee alcohol and/or other drug abuse, the documentation and corroboration of alcohol and/or other drug abuse, and the referral of employees who abuse alcohol and/or other drugs to the employee assistance program or to the resource file maintained by the employer pursuant to paragraph “C," subparagraph (2) of the Iowa Code. This course satisfies the requirements for supervisor training.
110312
Th, Oct 8
2:30 - 4:30 PM
$49
SCC WB 517
M Reed
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The AHA Heartsaver CPR, AED, and First Aid class is designed for non-healthcare professionals and provides essential skills to respond to medical emergencies. Hands-on practice with mannequins and AED trainers.
Classroom-based learning with video and instructor-led demonstrations. The course is ideal for anyone who wants to be prepared to help in emergencies, including teachers, coaches, parents, or employees in various
workplace settings. Participants who successfully complete the course receive an AHA Heartsaver CPR, AED, and First Aid certification, valid for two years. (This class is NOT for Daycare Providers or Preschool Teachers.)
110327
F, Oct 2
8 AM - Noon
$125
SCC WB 517
T West
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This course is designed to meet the training requirements for OSHA standard 29 CFR 1910.178. Training topics include: mechanics, inspection, and maintenance of forklifts; ANSI driving procedures; lift operation; and special operating rules. This course includes a driving module that allows participants to operate a forklift. Must be 18 years of age or older to participate.
110323
F, Mar 19
8 AM - Noon
$99
SCC WB, 517
A Gaddis
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Forklift (Powered Industrial Trucks) Train-the-Trainer
Instructional delivery of lecture and hands-on training to provide a training program expanding on the trainee's prior knowledge, the types of vehicles used in the workplace, and the hazards of the workplace. Course will utilize group discussion and hands on practice. Each operator will be able to conduct driving skills audits, obtain the knowledge and skills audits, obtain the knowledge and skills needed to do their job correctly and safely. Trainers must hold a Basic Forklift (PIT) Operator certificate as a prerequisite for this training.
110324
F, Mar 26
8 AM - 4 PM
$429
SCC WB, 517
A Gaddis
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This course is an OSHA requirement, and involves educating employees about the dangers of arc flash from electrical devices. Employees are required to understand the potential danger from arc flash, how arc flash is categorized, and what can be done to limit exposure.
110314
F, Nov 6
8 AM - 2:30 PM
$199
SCCKEO 114
C Boeding
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This course covers the use of ergonomic principles to recognize, evaluate, and control workplace conditions that cause or contribute to musculoskeletal and nerve disorders. Course topics include work physiology, anthropometry, musculoskeletal disorders, use of video display terminals, and risk factors such as vibration, temperature, material handling, repetition, and lifting. Course emphasis is on industrial case studies covering analysis and design of workstations and equipment workshops in manual lifting, and coverage of current OSHA compliance policies and guidelines. Upon course completion, students will have the ability to recognize work-related musculoskeletal and nerve disorders, assess employer's ergonomic programs, and conduct ergonomic evaluations.
110328
T, Feb 9
9 - 10 AM
$39
SCC WB 517
A Gaddis
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OSHA 10
Gain essential knowledge to recognize, prevent, and address workplace hazards. This
course covers OSHA standards, worker rights, employer responsiblities, emergency plans,
fire protection, personal protective equipment (PPE), hazardous communication, electrical
safety, and other general industry safety topics. Through active participation, participants
will develop the skills needed to promote a safer workplace and recieve an OSHA card
upon sucessful completion.
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