Twin Falls, Idaho
March 27 - 30, 2012 At the College of Southern Idaho
Accident/Incident Investigation, Rick Callor The E&C Division ES&H Team @ URS has developed an Accident/Incident Investigation course that is designed around the “Why Tree” incident investigation process. Rick Callor, E&C Division ES&H Trainer will be offering the training, which is six hours in length. The Accident Investigation portion of the class will require all attendees to participate in mock Accident Investigation in the classroom. A workbook will be provided for all participants that will cover the basic principles of Accident Investigation, which will be implemented during the exercise. The training will then move to the definition of and how to determine Root Causes of accidents. The final portion of the class will include the introduction to the “Why Tree” technique and the results of the investigation that was completed in the class. Class will then enter findings into the “Why Tree” analysis process. The class will also include the review of numerous incidents where the “Why Tree” analysis has been used. The class will also demonstrate the need for Accident Investigation Kits and there will be a drawing in the classes for a Project Accident Investigation Kit. The objective will be to provide participants the knowledge and ability to investigate everything from a near miss to any incident that might take place on any of our project sites. Training will count toward STS certification or re-certification. Training certificates will also be provided to attendees.
Accounting Systems Set-up, Doug Lincoln Class will be an overview of key issues and concepts to setup an accounting system.
Applications of International - Mark Larson The State Fire Marshal will discuss the Fire Code as the minimum Fire Fire Code standard for the state of Idaho, it's adoption and application across the state. Topics will include: Fire safety during construction, maintenance and testing of existing fire protection systems and specific requirements based on the use of a building. Time will be allotted to answer questions from the group related to their issues and interests.
Bringing Safety Culture to the Shop Floor, Lori Fletcher How to engage shop floor employees in your company’s safety vision through teamwork, Behavioral Observations, safety committees, and involvement in safety audits. Utilizing the team concepts and developing safety goals as Key Performance Indicators for employees on the shop floorUsing “Safe Start” concepts to develop a safety culture. Employees taking “safety” home and sharing their personal safety stories with their co-workersHow to motivate employees to take ownership of their safety program
Combustible Dust Safety, Eric Lowe A review of the hazards, best practices for hazard management and the requirements of the OSHA grain handling and combustible dust standard. This will include a discussion of recent incidents, citations and recurring deficiencies related to combustible dust violations, as well as an overview of related fall protection, confined space and lockout/tagout procedures.
Competent Training Excavation, Chris Opie & Dave Roller At the conclusion of this course, the student should be able to:
a. Display extensive knowledge of 29 CFR 1926 Subpart P Excavation.
b. Demonstrate correct soil testing procedures using manual & visual methods.
c. Identify hazards associated with trenching &excavation.
d. Understand & identify the different types of protective systems.
Communicating Safely about Safety, Jane Freund Whether in the midst of a training on the subject or an actual safety crisis, communicating effectively and safely is CRUCIAL to a successful outcome. This training integrates verbal, nonverbal, listening and other key components of communication in a practical application manner.
Confined Space Awareness, Chris Opie & Dave Roller At the conclusion of this course, the student should be able to:
a. Display extensive knowledge of OSHA std 29 CFR 1910.146
b. Demonstrate confined space testing procedures using manual & visual methods.
c. Identify the hazards associated with confined space entry.
d. Understand & identify the different types of confined space protective systems.
Control of Hazardous Energy, Rick CallorThe primary source of presentation will be with PowerPoint. There will be team exercises throughout the presentation. The program is unique in a way because it covers all sources of Hazardous rather that just Lock Out and Tag Out for Electrical. Participants will receive a student manual for reference.
CPR/First Aid, Sue Jones This class will covers adult first aid, CPR for infant, child and adult, AED use for all and choking for infant, child and adult. There is hands on practice with mannequins and participants will receive a card showing their certification which is good for 2 years. (Cards are mailed following the class). Please wear comfortable clothing as some practice takes place on mannequins on the floor.
CPR/AED, Aaron Keyes This is an OSHA approved American Heart Association class of CPR and AED. Teaching Adult and Child CPR, Choking emergencies and the use of an Automated External Defibrillator. Taught by Aaron Keyes who is the American Heart Association Regional Faculty in the area.
CPR/First Aid, Steve Christ & Dave Willis This 4 hour class meets the OSHA requirement for medical services and first aid [1926.50(c)]. Upon completion, participants receive a certification card to document the training. This certification is valid for two years.
Defensive Driving, Bruce Drewes Driving is the most dangerous thing any of us do. More people are injured or killed on American roadways than anywhere else in the country. Because the actions of other people are unpredictable, it is important to know how to drive defensively. This defensive driving course discusses techniques used to prevent automobile accidents. It also discusses techniques used to reduce the severity of injury if you are involved in an accident.
Digital Safety – Building & Protecting Your On-Line Brand, West Gates Half of all your new business contacts will come from the web. If you do not have a strong online brand, which includes a strong social media network those new customers will go to your competitor. Here is a simple guide and check list on how to build a strong online presence and the things you can do to safeguard your brand.
Digital Safety – Secure Your Brand with a Social Media Policy, West Gates Your employees and your customers are important components of a successfully Social Media Strategy. This is a step-by-step tutorial on how to build a Social Media Policy for your employees that will promote your brand and protect your company at the same time.
DOT Reasonable Suspicion, August Pirmann What supervisors need to know is what to look for and what to do if someone seems unfit for duty. Using the Four Steps of Constructive Confrontation and Documentation developed by the U.S. Navy and in practice nationally over the last fourteen years, supervisors can now take action knowing they are protecting everyone. Supervisors will know not only how and when to do reasonable suspicion/cause testing but why they need to do it. Designed to help you meet DOT compliance training requirements the kit includes: http://www.oshacampus.com/reasonable-suspicion-dottraining.cfm
Fall Protection Matt Eichinger
Financing Options for Small Business Owners, Brent Jussel Review of current loan programs; including conventional and government funding sources for small business.
Fleet Safety & Distracted, Eric Lowe Discussion of the recent changes to FMCSA and DOT regulations and the impact on fleet safety programs in all industries. Discussion of OSHA recommendations for fleet safety policies and the specific prohibition of practices that encourage texting by employee drivers. Distracted driving hazards and the cost of these avoidable accidents will also be discussed Forklift Train the Trainer This class will satisfy the powered industrial truck operator training Gary Dewey required by OSHA 29 CFR 1910.178(1).
Hazardous Material Management, Susie Vader This class will provide the basics of how to manage your hazardous from Cradle to Grave material from the time you bring it onsite, through handling and storage, to ultimate disposal. You will learn basic chemical properties of hazardous materials, and the management of hazard communication, material storage, hazardous waste, and spills. It will help you determine which regulations apply to your materials and provide tools to help you navigate the often confusing and complex regulations.
Identity Theft – Are You Safe? Debbie Drown “Take Charge: Fighting Back Against Identity Theft” is a presentation provided by the Federal Trade Commission which includes the following information: how identity theft occurs; victims of ID theft- immediate steps; resolving specific problems; staying alert; and minimizing recurrences. Information will be available regarding internet safety for kids.
Industrial Gas Production, Brian Anderson & Wade Rust This class will cover industrial gas Production, storage, & safety. How Cryogenics gases are produced and stored. All the different gases, cylinder safety devices and related PPE will be discussed, including lifting and transporting.
Integrating Health & Safety into Human Resource, Ron Collins
This workshop is intended to provide practical information and guidance for HR professionals and managers who are responsible for Management employee safety within their organization. Emphasis will be placed on integration of health & safety within the framework of human resource management.
Participants will learn:
- About OSHA and their rights as an employer
- Why safety is smart business
- The seven key elements of an effective safety and health management system
- OSHA’s Safety & Health Management Guidelines
- The HR professional's function within a safety and health management system
Job Briefings, Chad Hafer The “Job Briefings/Chad Hafer” is self evident and deals with 1910.269, but the concept of job briefings applies beyond 1910.269. “Work Group Peer Assessments” is a process Idaho Power Co. has been using for several years to positively reinforce good habits in work groups. I believe it has been very successful at reinforcing good behavior and work habits.
Job Hazard Analysis, Dr. Robert Topping This course is a Safety and Hazard Prevention training process for those working in the utility and construction industries. The course will provide opportunities to conduct a Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) to identify and address workplace hazards. Focus of the class will be on how to design safer worksites and present strategies to protect workers from harm. Participants in the course will learn how to conduct a JHA mapping of a work process, analyzing each step for a hazard and propose methods and techniques to protect workers and property from harm.
Labor Law: What You Don’t Know CAN Hurt You,Monty Arrossa Falling for the myths of labor and employment law can cost a business dearly. All too often employees are more aware of their rights than employers are. Time and time again employers go to court who were well intentioned, but misinformed. Monty will be sharing information critical to business owners on topics like: unlawful harassment, discrimination, wrongful termination and other employment related claims.
OSHA’s New Hazard Communication Standard, Susie Vader OSHA is scheduled to finalize its existing Hazard Communication: What You Standard (HCS) to conform with the United Nations’ Globally Need to Know! Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS). The revisions will affect over 40 million workers and over 5 million workplaces and will require new labels and safety data sheets for regulated chemicals. This class will provide an overview of the changes; describe how the revised standard communicates hazards through labels, safety data sheets, and training; and outline what you need to know to comply.
OSHA 10 Hour Construction, Randy Norris This two day long course is designed for personnel working in construction that is assigned or will be assigned supervisory role. This course presents detailed information on how the provisions of the OSHA Act may be implemented in the workplace. Rights and responsibilities under the OSH Act, the appeals process, record keeping, and hazard abatement. The course also includes an introduction to OSHA's Construction standards and an overview of the requirements of the more frequently referenced standards. Participants who successfully complete this course will receive an official course completion card from Federal OSHA. This course will cover General Duty Clause, Citations, Whistle Blowing Act, Inspection Process & Violations; Subpart D, Occupational Safety and Health; Subpart F, Fire Prevention; Subpart J, Welding, Burning & Cutting; Subpart M, Fall Protection; Subpart L, Scaffolding & Work Platforms; Subpart X, Ladders & Stairways; Subpart K, Electrical; Subpart G, Signs Signals & Barricades; Subpart N, Cranes Hoists & Elevators; Subpart Z, Toxic & Hazardous Substances; Subpart U, Demolition.
OSHA 10 Hour General Safety, Aaron Moore The OSHA Outreach Training Program for General Industry provides training for workers and employers on the recognition, avoidance, abatement, and prevention of safety and health hazards in workplaces in general industry. It discusses topics including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Hazard Communication, Electrical, Walking and Working Surfaces, and many other exciting topics you won't want to miss. The 10-hour OSHA course is taught over two (2) days and you must ATTEND BOTH DAYS TO RECEIVE AN OSHA CARD.
OSHA Process Safety, Jacob Ewer/Cecil Tipton This session will provide an overview of OSHA's regulation on Management of Highly Hazardous management of Highly Hazardous Chemicals – standard 1910.119(f); Chemicals discuss the use and application of RAGAGEP; review the types of industries covered by the regulation, and hazards/violations observed during inspections; and will provide practical examples for complying with the standard.
Pesticide Application Safety &, Steve Hines This one hour class will cover basic pesticide Certification application safety issues for the homeowner and the application professional. Topics will include safe handling, storage, application practices, personal protective equipment, clean-up, and disposal of pesticides. One pesticide applicator recertification credit will be available for holders of a current Idaho pesticide applicators license.
Protecting Your Credit – Financial Safety, Debbie Drown
Why is a credit report important and how can a person obtain their free credit report? This class will begin with an introduction to the services provided by Consumer Credit Management Services which includes a look at debt settlement versus debt management and what to watch out for in a debt settlement. A detailed summary regarding credit reports, how to secure a free credit report, who looks at credit reports, information included and what is not included on a credit report, how to make corrections or dispute items on the report, why credit scores are important, how to improve scores and a look at payday loans.
Rehabilitation of Injured Workers, Pamela Burkett & Geri Bermingham How to develop a plan for return to work in light, modified, alternate, or time of injury position. Modifying work sites to prevent future injury.
Rigging, Mike Christie The class will cover the following:
Risk Management and the basic Rigging Plan
Loads on Rigging and the Rigging Triangle
Application of Hardware
Inspection of Hardware
Application of slings
Inspection of Slings
Safety, Lean and Wealth, Don Hansen Learn how Lean tools can be used to increase Safety, and increase company Wealth. Don’t know what Lean tools are? Come and find out.
Scaffold & Ladder Safety, Chris Hugues & Dan Lamczyk Safe use of ladders, loads, types of ladders. OSHA ladder standards 29CFR1926.1050 Sub Part X. Scaffold User, Type of fall protection, duty ratings, and types of Scaffolds. OSHA Scaffold Standards 29CFR1926.450 - 454 Sub Part L.
Scissor Lift, Gordy Gates Genie Aerial Operator Safety Training - The class is designed to make sure that the participant fully understands the responsibilities associated with the safe operation of Genie aerial platforms. For the participants to pass this course they must show proficiency in product hands-on and achieve 100 % on the classroom written exam.
School & State Facility Inspection Jeff Harris DBS Who, What, Why Facility Safety Inspections (What to look for) A-Z Most common recommendations Question & Answers
Team Building & Leadership, Monty Arrossa This class will help you build the skills you need most to achieve greater individual, team, and organizational performance. If last year’s attendance was any indication of how ‘spot-on’ this information was, you really won’t want to miss it!
Understanding Financial Statements, Dennis Tilley Have you ever thumbed through financial statements and wondered what they actually mean? Or have you stared at your own financial statements hoping that if somehow you stared long enough you would discover the answers that would make you a better manager?This class takes an in depth view of the financial statements explaining where the numbers come from, why they are important and what they mean. Specifically the class analyzes the balance sheet, profit and loss statement and statement of cash flows. After going through the financial statements basics, the attendees will be given the chance to use their knowledge to examine several different companies. The attendees will then be asked to answer the following questions for each company: Would you loan this company money? What advice would you give the owner?
What HR & Safety Supervisors Need to Know About Injuries, Dr. Tony Sirucek How large companies are saving money on worker compensation injuries; Union Pacific Railroad, Harley Davison motorcycles, Chrysler and Hyundai to name a few. How to be more defendable. Why the doctor your company utilizes is very important to the outcome of the injury.
Work Strong/Work Smart, David Fry Attendees will learn the basics of an on the job physical conditioning program. Stretching, balance, strength and some lifting techniques will be discussed.