10-HR Construction Industry Training
This course will cover construction safety and health principles and OSHA policies, procedures, and construction industry standards. Special emphasis is placed on the most hazardous areas using OSHA standards as a guide. This course is taught by an OSHA-authorized instructor. Participants who successfully complete the course will receive a card from OSHA verifying their completion of the course.
$150*   CRN 81723  Tues.-Wed.  Nov. 24-25   Tues. 1- 5 p.m.  Wed. 8 a.m.-3 p.m.   SCC

10-HR General Industry Training
Participants will learn how nine major provisions of the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) can be implemented in the workplace. Topics include common violations; inspections, citations, and penalties; walking and working surfaces; means of egress and fire protection; hazardous materials; material handling; electrical safety; and machine guarding. This course will be taught by an OSHA-authorized instructor. Participants who successfully complete the course will receive a card from OSHA verifying their completion of the course.
$150*   CRN 81724   Mon.-Tues.    Sept. 14-15  Mon. 8 a.m.-5 p.m.  Tues. 8-10 a.m.   Outreach 
$150*   CRN 81725   Mon.-Tues.    Nov. 23-24   Mon. 8 a.m.-3 p.m.  Tues. 8 a.m. - Noon   SCC

30-HR General Industry Training
This four-day course is an in-depth presentation of the OSHA construction regulations and their implementation at job sites. Topics include OSHA standards; recordkeeping; safety, health and environmental controls; fire prevention; personal protective equipment; hand and power tools; scaffolding; and excavations. This course is taught by an OSHA-authorized instructor. Participants who successfully complete the course will receive a card from OSHA verifying their completion of the course.
$500*   CRN 81726   Mon.-Thurs.  Sept. 14-17   M-W 8a.m.-5 p.m. Thurs. 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Outreach

40 HR HAZWOPER
OSHA regulations under 29 CFR 1910.120 requires 40 hours of safety training for hazardous wastesite workers and supervisors involved in activities that expose or potentially expose them to hazardous substances and health hazards above permissible levels. This hands-on course covers all regulations.
$575*   CRN 81729   Mon.-Fri.   Oct. 12-16   8 a.m.-5 p.m.   SCC
$575*   CRN 11600   Mon.-Fri.   Jan. 25-29   8 a.m.-5 p.m.   SCC

Accident Investigation (4 hours)
Proactive safety - the aggressive pursuit of zero accidents - relies not only on knowledge of safe work principles and practices, but also on a positive attitude toward safety among all employees and managers. Topics include hazard recognition and classification; ergonomic hazards; accident investigation; performing safety audits; personal responsibility for safe work practices; and developing a positive attitude toward safety, which results in a readiness to respond effectively when a dangerous situation arises. A Safety Audit checklist will be provided to participants.
$75   CRN 81730   Thurs.   Nov. 19   12:30-4:30 p.m.   Outreach

Behavior-Based Safety (2 hours)
This course is an introduction to Behavior-Based Safety (BBS) programs. Topics include a brief history, the principles of BBS, implementation and procedural steps, a review of BBS misconceptions, factors that shape human nature, continual safety improvement, training observers/coaches, and implementing safety observation procedures. Upon completion, participants will have an understanding of the BBS concept that encourages personal responsibility for safety from everyone in an organization, be able to identify the rewards of safe behavior, and avoid the pitfalls of affixing blame for unsafe behavior.
$35   CRN 81731   Fri.   Nov. 6   1-3 p.m.   Outreach

Bloodborne Pathogens in Industry (2 hours)
This training is designed to inform workers on how to prevent exposure to bloodborne pathogens, how to react in emergency situations involving bloodborne pathogens, how to properly decontaminate a site, and what to do if a worker is exposed. This training will also cover proper labeling of potentially infectious materials and proper disposal of sharps and other potentially infectious waste.
$35   CRN 81732   Fri.   Nov. 6   8-10 a.m.  Outreach

Developing an Effective Safety and Health Program (4 hours)
The keys to an effective safety and health program include an on-site safety committee and a thorough job hazard analysis. Participants will learn a step-by-step procedure for forming and managing an effective safety committee. Other topics include program development, planning and conducting meetings, job hazard analysis, accident investigation, and recordkeeping and reporting requirements. This course is designed for safety and health professionals, managers, team leaders, and others responsible.
$75   CRN 81733   Fri.   Nov. 20   12:30-4:30 p.m.   Outreach

DOT Hazardous Materials (8 hours)
This course serves as the required training and refresher for shippers and handlers of hazardous materials. Topics include using a hazardous materials table, shipping papers, and preparation of packages for shippers and handlers. Participants are encouraged to bring questions and problems for class discussion.
$125   CRN 81734   Fri.   Oct. 9   8 a.m.- 5 p.m.   Outreach
$125   CRN 81735   Wed.  Nov. 4   8 a.m.-5 p.m.   SCC
$125   CRN 11601   Tues.  Jan. 5   8 a.m.-5 p.m.   Outreach

Drug and Alcohol Awareness (2 hours)
The purpose of Iowa's drug testing law (Iowa Code Section 730.5, paragraph 9.h. and Administrative Code Section 640) is to enhance worker safety by creating workplaces that are free of drugs and substance abuse. One tool available to private sector employers is drug testing (inclusive of alcohol testing). A private sector employer who chooses to use this tool must attend a minimum of two hours of initial training to begin, and a minimum of one hour annual update training. This training meets the initial two hour training requirement and includes information concerning the recognition of evidence of employee alcohol and other drug abuse, the documentation and corroboration of alcohol and drug abuse, and the referral of employees who abuse alcohol 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.
$35   CRN 81736   Mon.   Nov. 2   1-3 p.m. SCC

Drug and Alcohol Refresher (1 hour)
The purpose of Iowa's drug testing law (Iowa Code Section 730.5, paragraph 9.h. and Administrative Code Section 640) is to enhance worker safety by creating workplaces that are free of drugs and substance abuse. One tool available to private sector employers is drug testing (inclusive of alcohol testing). A private sector employer who chooses to use this tool must attend a minimum of two hours of initial training to begin, and a minimum of one hour annual update training. This training meets the one hour annual refresher training requirement and includes information concerning the recognition of evidence of employee alcohol and other drug abuse, the documentation and corroboration of alcohol and drug abuse, and the referral of employees who abuse alcohol or other drugs to the employee assistance program.
$25   CRN 81737   Mon.   Nov. 2   3-4 p.m.   SCC

Electrical Safety (4 hours)
This course is an introduction to the National Electrical Code (NEC), National Fire Protection Association recommendations (NFPA), and OSHA's Electrical Standards related to employee safety. Also included are the effects of electricity on the human body and personal protective equipment. This course is designed to enhance safety awareness for anyone who works with or around electrical equipment.
$75   CRN 81738   Fri.   Dec. 4   8 a.m.-Noon   SCC

Ergonomics (4 hours)
This course covers the use of ergonomic principles to prevent musculoskeletal disorders. Topics include physiology; anthropometry; video display terminals; and risk factors such as vibration, temperature, material handling, repetition, and lifting. Job hazard analysis and design of work stations and equipment will be key features of this program. Employer responsibility under General Duty 5(a)(1) of the proposed Ergonomic Standard will be discussed.
$75   CRN 11602   Mon.   Jan. 4  12:30-4:30 p.m.   SCC

Fall Protection (2 hours)
Topics will include OSHA requirements under 29 CFR 1926 Subpart M, housekeeping, floor and wall openings, stairways and stairway railings, ladders and scaffolds, fall arrest systems and limitations of safety equipment, controlled access zones, and fall protection plans.
$35   CRN 81739   Fri.   Dec. 4   2:30-4:30 p.m.   SCC

Forklift Operators Training (4 hours)
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.
$75   CRN 81740   Tues.   Sept. 22   Noon-4 p.m   Blong
$75   CRN 81741   Wed.   Dec. 2   Noon-4 p.m   Blong

Forklift Safety (2 hours)
This course will cover mechanics, inspection, and maintenance of forklifts; ANSI driving procedures; special operating rules; stacking and tiering; and refueling procedures. The course meets training requirements for OSHA 29 CFR 1910.178. Driving is not included.
$35   CRN 81742   Tues.   Sept. 22   8-10 a.m.    Blong 
$35   CRN 81743   Fri.   Oct. 2   Noon-2 p.m.    Outreach 
$35   CRN81744   Wed.   Dec. 2   8-10 a.m.    Blong

Forklift Safety Supervisor (1 hour)
Prerequisite: Forklift Safety
In this one-hour class, the supervisor will learn the training requirements pertaining to various types of Powered Industrial Trucks, requirements when there is an employee incident or accident, and how to conduct driving skill audits.
$25   CRN 81745   Tues.   Sept. 22   10-11 a.m.    Blong
$25   CRN 81746   Fri.   Oct. 2   2-3 p.m.   Outreach
$25   CRN 81747   Wed.   Dec. 2   10-11 a.m.    Blong

Hazardous Energy Regulations: Lockout/Tagout (2 hours)
OSHA's Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout) Standard 29 CFR 1910.147 requires employment to establish a program for energy control procedures. Topics include requirements of the Control of Hazardous Energy standard, physical locks and tags, safe lockout procedures, and training requirements. Assistance with developing a written Hazardous Energy Control Plan is given.
$35   CRN 81748   Fri.   Dec. 4   12:30-2:30 p.m.    SCC

HAZWOPER Refresher (8 hours)
This course is the annual refresher to the 40-Hour Hazardous Wastesite Worker course (29 CFR 1910.120). It fulfills the requirement for both workers and supervisors.
$125*   CRN 81749   Thurs.   Sept. 24   8 a.m.-5 p.m.   SCC
$125*   CRN 81750   Tues.   Oct. 20   8 a.m.-5 p.m.   SCC
$125*   CRN 81751   Mon.   Nov. 16   8 a.m.-5 p.m.   SCC
$125*   CRN 81752   Fri.   Dec. 18   8 a.m.-5 p.m.   Outreach
$125*   CRN 11603   Wed.   Jan. 20   8 a.m.-5 p.m.   SCC

Industrial Chemical Spill Response Refresher (8 hours)
This course is the annual refresher to the Industrial Chemical Spill Response course. The session provides training for industrial hazardous materials and spill response teams, and industrial emergency response personnel as outlined in OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120(q). Hands-on exercises in full protective equipment are conducted. Fulfills the requirement for both technicians and operations level personnel.
$125*   CRN 81753   Mon.   Oct.19   8 a.m.-5 p.m.   SCC
$125*   CRN 11604   Tues.   Jan. 19   8 a.m.-5 p.m.   SCC

Industrial Chemical Spill Response (24 hours)
This course provides training for industrial hazmat and spill response teams, and industrial emergency response personnel as outlined in OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120(q). Hands-on exercises in full protective equipment are conducted.
$325*   CRN 81754   Mon.-Wed.   Dec. 14-16   8 a.m.-5 p.m.   SCC

Introduction to OSHA (4 hours)
This course is for people with little or no knowledge of OSHA regulations who need this information because of their job responsibilities. Participants will be led step-by-step through the Code of Federal Regulations (29 CFR 1910) Safety and Health Standards for General Industry. An explanation of the main standards and their application will be given.
$75   CRN 81755   Fri.   Nov. 20   8 a.m. - Noon   Outreach

RCRA Awareness (3 hours)
This RCRA compliance course is designed for large and small quantity generators and may satisfy both initial and annual refresher training requirements as specified in 40 CFR 265.16. The Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) requires that facility personnel be trained to "perform their duties in a way that ensures the facility's compliance" with hazardous waste regulations. This course includes a regulatory overview, how to identify RCRA solid wastes, managing hazardous waste containers, waste storage requirements, manifest preparation and recordkeeping, and worker protection.
$65   CRN 81756  Thurs.   Sept. 3   1-4  p.m.   SCC
$65   CRN 81757   Fri.   Oct. 2   8-11 a.m.   Outreach

Recordkeeping (3 hours)
OSHA regulations require all employers to document employee training and to keep records of employee injuries and illnesses. Topics are the revised standard for Occupational Injury & Illness documentation, Material Safety Data Sheets, training documentation, and OSHA posters and other required postings. Record location, retention, and maintenance will also be covered. Participants will receive and learn how to use a self-audit checklist. This class is for human resource managers, safety managers, and those responsible for OSHA compliance.
$65   CRN 81758   Wed.   Nov. 18   8-11 a.m.   SCC
 
Respiratory Protection (2 hours)
This course is designed to meet the training requirements of 29 CFR 1910.134 Respiratory Protection. Topics include training employees in the proper use and wear of respirators; respirator use limitations; selection of respirators for use in the workplace; medical evaluations of employees required to use respirators; fit testing procedures for tight-fitting respirators; and maintaining respiratory equipment that includes cleaning and disinfecting, storing, inspecting, repairing, and discarding. Fit testing is not included.
$35   CRN 81759   Fri.   Nov. 6   10 a.m.-Noon   Outreach

When OSHA Calls (2 hours)
When the OSHA inspector arrives, an employer has certain rights and responsibilities. Learn what you, as an employer, can do to be prepared for an inspection, what the inspection involves, how to respond to questions, what records need to be readily available, what the most common citations are and how they are connected, and what you can do if OSHA issues a citation.
$35   CRN 81760   Thurs.   Dec. 3   12:30-2:30 p.m.    Outreach

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