Necessary for anyone who has the potential of exposure to diseases carried by blood and other bodily fluids & materials. The student will gain an understanding of how to protect themselves from Bloodborne pathogens. The course is based on the OSHA standard on Bloodborne pathogens along with other resources to ensure accurate and current information is presented. The course is essential for employees designated as first responders.

The New Hazard Communication requires the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals. The Globally Harmonized System (GHS) was created by the United Nations and serves as the international standard for Hazard Communication. Recent changes to the OSHA Hazard Communication Standards have aligned with the GHS, and training is required to familiarize companies on these changes. With our tranining, you will learn important information about changes to hazard classification standard, labels, safety data sheets, as well as employee training requirements.

One of the most commonly used tools to determine how to safely perform a task or job is the Job Safety Analysis (JSA). This tool allows an individual to easily review job methods to uncover hazards. A JSA can benefit a company in many ways such as individual training, preparation for irregular jobs, review of procedures after accidents or job improvements. ESC will lead the student through the correct use and development of a Job Safety Analysis.

Control of hazardous energy commonly referred to as lockout/tagout is a strictly enforced OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1926.417. One of the key aspects of the regulation is the training of all authorized employees (those using the procedure to perform lockout/tagout work). Authorized employees must be trained to properly use energy control procedures to safely perform maintenance, servicing, or installation work where hazardous energy could cause an injury. The class includes a demonstration of typical lockout/tagout devices.

Hardhats, safety glasses, and protective gloves are just some forms of personal protective equipment that are used daily by employees in different industries. Understanding when & what PPE is necessary, how to properly wear/adjust, the limitations of PPE, and the proper care, maintenance, useful life, and disposal of PPE are requirements under OSHA Standards 29 CFR 1910.132.

This course will briefly explain the purpose of the Steel Erection Negotiating Rulemaking Advisory Committee (SENRAC). Highlights of the Steel Erection Standard include its Scope & Application, definitions and the role of the controlling & sub-contractors. This course covers site layout, site-specific and construction sequence, hoisting & rigging and structural steel assembly.