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Access to Medical and Exposure Records
This course has offerings that deal with information on how to access medical and exposure records. OSHA requires employers maintain employee medical and exposure records. This course will give the employee information on the existence, location and availability of medical and exposure records as well as who is responsible for maintaining and providing access to those medical records.
Objectives: Course attendees will be able to explain their rights under the OSHA access to medical and exposure records standard.
Contents:
- Definitions
- Who has access to medical and exposure records
- The types of records available to employees
- The length of time WVU keeps various records
- The existence, location, and availability of medical and exposure records
- The person responsible for maintaining and providing access to medical and exposure records
- Employee’s rights of access to medical and exposure records
Target Audience:
This offering is intended for those employees who are interested in learning about the types of accidents and exposures that occur at West Virginia University and what is being done to track and prevent them.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Annual
|
.25 Hours
|
29 CFR 1910.1020 |
Accident Prevention Injury Illness Reporting - Worker
This course has offerings that deal with information pertaining to accidents, how
to prevent accidents from occurring, how to properly record them and how to access
medical records. Upon completion of this course, participants will understand
how to find accident and medical information, how to record an accident, and
steps that can be taken to prevent similar accidents.
Objective: Class participates will be able to demonstrate how to report an accident or injury within the appropriate time frame and will be able to describe common injuries occurring at WVU.
Contents:
- Why report an accident or near-miss
- Methods of reporting an accident or near miss
- Using the correct form
- Time frame for reporting accidents
Target Audience:
This offering is intended for those employees who are interested in learning about the types of accidents and exposures that occur at West Virginia University and what is being done to track and prevent them.
Accident and Illness Reporting Instructions
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Periodic
|
.25 to .5 Hours
|
29 CFR 1904 |
Adult CPR/AED
This course gives information necessary to provide Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training. The training is conducted by representatives from the American Heart Association. The course participants will demonstrate a practical knowledge of CPR techniques.
Contents:
- Bloodborne Pathogen Overview
- Cardiac Chain of Survival
- Checking the conscious victim
- Checking an unconscious victim
- Adult/Child CPR
- Adult/Child choking
- Adult/Child AED
Target Audience:
This course is intended for West Virginia University employees who want to learn Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Every two years
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3 Hours
|
29 CFR 1910.151 |
Aerial Lifts-Classroom
The purpose, use, and locations of manuals. The course participants will understand the safe operating procedures needed for using various types of aerial Lifts. Students will also understand applicable OSHA regulations. They will know when to use personal protective equipment and fall protection.
Contents:
- A pre-start inspection
- Responsibilities associated with problems or malfunctions affecting the operation of the aerial device
- Prohibition of overriding safety devices except as approved by the manufacturer
- That secondary operating systems shall not be used for purposes other than test or recovering the work platform
- Factors affecting stability
- Purpose of placards and decals
- Workplace inspection
- Applicable safety rules and regulations
- Authorization to operate
- Securing the aerial device from unauthorized use
- Operator warning and instructions
- Application of fall arrest systems for aerial platform lifts
- Stowing the aerial device for transport and precautions related to moving the aerial platform lift.
- ANSI and OSHA Regulations
- WVU Aerial Lift Program
Target Audience:
This course is intended for West Virginia University Employees who use aerial lifts
as part of their job duties.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Periodic
|
2 Hours
|
29 CFR 1926.453, 652 and 955 |
Aerial Lifts-Practical Hands-On
The course participants will understand the safe operating procedures needed for using various types of aerial Lifts. Students will also understand applicable OSHA and ANSI regulations. They will know when to use personal protective equipment and fall protection. Practical training will be provided by the Aerial Platform Lift supervisor that has completed the train-the-trainer Aerial Platform Lift course. The training will be specific to the Aerial Platform Lift and the work setting where the Aerial Platform Lift will be operated
Contents:
The training will consist of:
- Location of the manuals
- Pre-use inspection
- Manufacturers warning and instructions
- The purpose and function of all controls
- Safety devices and characteristics specific to the aerial device
- Actual operation of the aerial device. Under the direction of a qualified person, the trainee shall operate the aerial device for a sufficient period of time to demonstrate proficiency in the operation of all control functions of the aerial device and safe use at operating height and reach.
- Battery charging or refueling procedures
- Stowing the aerial device for transport and precautions related to moving the aerial platform lift.
Target Audience:
This course is intended for West Virginia University Employees who use aerial lifts as part of their job duties.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Periodic
|
Various
|
29 CFR 1926.453, 652 and 955 |
Aerial Lifts- Train-the-Trainer
Train-the-trainer Aerial Platform Lift courses will be offered to all Aerial Platform Lift supervisors. Each department with Aerial Platform Lift operators must have an Aerial Platform Lift supervisor who has attended a train-the-trainer course.
Contents:
- The purpose, use, and locations of manuals
- Classroom and hands on training
- Training materials
- Manufacturer requirements as outlined in the operator manual pertaining to:
- Safe operating principals
- Pre-use Inspections
- Operational checks
- Worksite Inspections;
- Operator evaluation procedures
- Hands-on training
- Written exam
- Hands-on evaluation
Target Audience:
This course is intended for West Virginia University Employees who are appointed by their departments to be Aerial Lift Supervisors.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Periodic
|
3 Hours
|
29 CFR 1926.453, 652 and 955 |
Arc Flash
This course describes the dangers associated with arc flashes and what can be done to protect the worker. The course focuses on safe work practices and the correct personal protective equipment that must be worn.
Contents:
- Development leading to NFPA 70E-2000
- Flash approach boundaries and limits of approach
- Flash protection boundary calculations
- Choosing the correct PPE
- Reducing the Arc Flash hazard
- Energized electrical work permit
Target Audience:
This course is intended for West Virginia University employees who must work on or near exposed electrical conductors or circuit parts that are or can become energized.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Every 3 Years (Periodic)
|
2 Hours
|
NFPA 70E-2000 |
Asbestos Air Monitoring - Initial
Participants will learn the regulatory requirements and safety hazards involved in asbestos air monitoring. Participants will be able to demonstrate how to do clearance monitoring on asbestos projects. They will understand the need for personal protective equipment and know how to properly use the equipment. Participants must pass an exam in order to receive their certification.
Contents:
- Background information on asbestos
- Health effects
- Personal protective equipment
- Overview of asbestos regulations
- Purpose and theory of air monitoring
- Methods of sampling and analysis
- Required monitoring
- Air monitoring strategies
- Field steps for air monitoring
- Specific clearance requirements for clearance monitoring
- Air sampling practice
- Interpreting air sampling results
Target Audience:
This class is intended for employees who will use clearance air monitoring practices
during asbestos abatement projects.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Annual
|
32 Hours
|
29 CFR 1910.1001 |
Asbestos Air Monitoring - Refresher
Participants will learn the regulatory requirements and safety hazards involved in asbestos air monitoring. Participants will be able to demonstrate how to do clearance monitoring on asbestos projects. They will understand the need for personal protective equipment and know how to properly use the equipment. Participants must pass an exam in order to receive their certification.
Contents:
- Review and discuss changes in basic considerations and procedures for locating and identifying asbestos
- Review health and legal programs associated with asbestos
- Review proper asbestos control
- Changes in federal and state regulations
- Developments in state-of-the-art procedures for asbestos
- Review of key aspects of the initial training course
Target Audience:
This class is intended for employees who will use clearance air monitoring practices
during asbestos abatement projects.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Annual
|
4 Hours
|
29 CFR 1910.1001 |
Asbestos Awareness
This course gives basic knowledge of asbestos. Participants will learn the basic safety principles necessary for working in building containing asbestos or asbestos containing materials.
Contents:
- The health effects of asbestos
- The relationship between smoking and asbestos
- Location of asbestos
- Recognition of asbestos
- How asbestos is released
- Proper work practices
- How to respond to a fiber release
Target Audience:
This course is intended for West Virginia University employees who are assigned to a work area where asbestos is present.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Annual
|
1 Hour
|
29 CFR 1910.1001 |
Asbestos Building Inspector - Initial
Since EPA requires inspecting all buildings prior to renovations and demolitions
and re-inspecting school buildings every three years, many different individuals
may need to take this class. Detailed information concerning the many steps in
the inspection process as well as the bulk sampling is included. This class includes
a 4-hour demonstration inspection exercise. Past attendees have included: consultants,
abatement contractors, demolition contractors, building and facility managers,
school district officials, safety and environmental managers and regulatory compliance
officers. Each attendee must successfully complete a 50-question multiple choice
exam in order to receive certification.
Contents:
• Background information on asbestos
• Potential health effects related to asbestos exposure
• Functions, qualifications, and role of inspectors
• Legal liability and defense
• Understanding building systems
• Public, employee, building occupant relations
• Pre-inspection planning and review of previous inspections
• Inspecting for friable and nonfriable asbestos-containing material (ACM) and
assessing the condition of friable ACM
• Bulk sampling and documentation of asbestos in schools
• Inspector respiratory protection and personal protective equipment
• Record keeping and writing the asbestos report
• Regulatory review, including EPA Worker Protection Rule, Asbestos Hazard Emergency
Response Act (AHERA), OSHA Asbestos Construction Standard, OSHA respirator requirements,
applicable state and local regulations
• Practice inspection
Target Audience:
This course is specifically designed for those individuals who will be taking bulk
samples in buildings to identify ACM, compiling inspection reports and those who
desire the need to understand the inspection process.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Annual
|
24 Hours
|
29 CFR 1910.1 |
Asbestos Management Planner - Refresher
This half-day refresher course reviews the topics from the initial course and provides
current updates and clarifications. Each student must have first pass the Building
Inspector Refresher in order to be eligible for this course. The Management Planner
Refresher is normally conducted in the afternoon immediately following the Inspector
Refresher. Each attendee must pass a 25-questions exam in order to qualify for
certification.
Contents:
• Review and discuss changes in basic considerations and procedures for locating
and identifying asbestos
• Review health and legal programs associated with asbestos
• Review proper asbestos control
• Changes in federal and state regulations
• Developments in state-of-the-art procedures for asbestos
• Review of key aspects of the initial training course
Target Audience:
Anyone who will be reviewing asbestos building inspection reports and other pertinent
information to determine whether an asbestos hazard exists in a building should
take this course. Past attendees have included: consultants, building and facility
managers, school district officials, safety and environmental managers and regulatory
compliance officers.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Annual
|
4 Hours
|
29 CFR 1910.10 |
Asbestos Management Planner - Initial
The management planner reviews asbestos building inspection reports and other pertinent
information to determine whether an asbestos hazard exists in a building. Attending
the 3-Day Building Inspector class is a prerequisite. Topics include the hazard
assessment process, details of the abatement options, developing an operations
& maintenance program, analytical techniques and regulatory requirements for
schools. Each attendee must successfully complete a 50-question multiple choice
exam in order to receive certification.
Contents:
• Role of management planner
• Evaluation/interpretation of survey results
• Hazard assessment
• Legal implications
• Evaluation and selection of control options
• Role of other professionals, including industrial hygienists, engineers, and
architects
• Developing an operation and maintenance (O&M) plan
• Regulatory review focusing on the OSHA Asbestos Construction Standard, the National
Emission Standard for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP), and applicable state regulations
• Record keeping
• Assembling and submitting the management plan
• Financing abatement actions
• Practice in developing the management plan
Target Audience:
Anyone who will be reviewing asbestos building inspection reports and other pertinent
information to determine whether an asbestos hazard exists in a building should
take this course. Past attendees have included: consultants, building and facility
managers, school district officials, safety and environmental managers and regulatory
compliance officers.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Annual
|
16 Hours
|
29 CFR 1910.1001 |
Asbestos Management Planner - Refresher
This half-day refresher course reviews the topics from the initial course and provides
current updates and clarifications. Each student must have first pass the Building
Inspector Refresher in order to be eligible for this course. The Management Planner
Refresher is normally conducted in the afternoon immediately following the Inspector
Refresher. Each attendee must pass a 25-questions exam in order to qualify for
certification.
Contents:
• Review and discuss changes in basic considerations and procedures for locating
and identifying asbestos
• Review health and legal programs associated with asbestos
• Review proper asbestos control
• Changes in federal and state regulations
• Developments in state-of-the-art procedures for asbestos
• Review of key aspects of the initial training course
Target Audience:
Anyone who will be reviewing asbestos building inspection reports and other pertinent
information to determine whether an asbestos hazard exists in a building should
take this course. Past attendees have included: consultants, building and facility
managers, school district officials, safety and environmental managers and regulatory
compliance officers.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Annual
|
4 Hours
|
29 CFR 1910.1001 |
Asbestos Project Designer - Initial
This 3-Day course attempts to make the attendee familiar with applicable regulations,
cost estimation, developing a project scope and the elements of a specification.
A design exercise conducted on the third day of the course reinforces some of these
issues. Past attendees have included: consultants, building and facility managers,
architects, building engineers, safety and environmental managers and regulatory
compliance officers. Each attendee must successfully complete a 100-question multiple
choice exam in order to receive certification.
Contents:
• Background information on asbestos
• Potential health effects related to asbestos exposure
• Overview of asbestos abatement construction projects
• Safety system design specifications
• Respiratory protection and personal protective equipment
• Additional safety hazards
• Fiber aerodynamics and control
• Writing abatement specifications
• Financing abatement actions
• Designing abatement solutions
• Preparing abatement drawings
• Contract preparation and administration
• Legal liabilities and defenses
• Replacement of asbestos with substitutes
• Roles of other professionals
• Completing an abatement project
• Regulatory review
Target Audience:
Individuals that need to be able to develop contract documents such as the technical
specification for asbestos abatement or want to be familiar with the process should
take the project designer training course.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Annual
|
24 Hours
|
29 CFR 1910.1001 |
Asbestos Project Designer - Refresher
This 1-Day refresher course reviews the topics from the initial course and provides
current updates and clarifications. A thorough review of the components of a specification,
insurance and bonding and the use of drawings is included. Each attendee must pass
a 25-question exam in order to qualify for certification.
Contents:
• Review and discuss changes in basic considerations and procedures for locating
and identifying asbestos
• Review health and legal programs associated with asbestos
• Review proper asbestos control
• Changes in federal and state regulations
• Developments in state-of-the-art procedures for asbestos
• Review of key aspects of the initial training course
Target Audience:
Individuals that need to be able to develop contract documents such as the technical
specification for asbestos abatement or want to be familiar with the process should
take the project designer training course.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Annual
|
8 Hours
|
29 CFR 1910.1001 |
Asbestos Supervisor Contractor - Initial
This comprehensive course provides detailed information about the asbestos abatement
process including specifics on federal, state and local regulatory requirements.
This 5-Day course includes two days of hands-on activities such as containment
and decontamination chamber construction, glove bag removal and post removal cleanup
exercise. Each attendee must successfully complete a 100-question multiple choice
exam in order to receive their certification.
Contents:
- Overview covering certification requirements, physical characteristics of asbestos, historical and present use of asbestos, summary of health effects and related history, exposure standards, factors influencing the asbestos industry
- EPA, OSHA, state, and local regulations – current and future
- Health effects, medical surveillance, and health record keeping
- Respirators and Type C systems
- Protective clothing
- Safety and health considerations other than asbestos
- Preparing the work area and establishing a decontamination station
- Confining and minimizing airborne fibers/glove bagging
- Cleaning up the work area
- Personal hygiene, waste disposal, and air sampling
- Liability and insurance
- Control options other than removal
- Hands-on exercises to include:
- respirators and individual qualitative fit testing
- design of an asbestos abatement project
- constructing an asbestos work enclosure
- donning personal protective equipment
- simulated ceiling removal and clean up
- simulated pipe removal and clean up
- simulated emergency
Target Audience:
This course is intended for individuals supervising the asbestos abatement process.
Possible attendees include: Abatement Contractors, Building and Facility Owners,
Consultants, Regulatory Officials, Safety and Environmental Managers, Architects,
Maintenance and Facility Managers.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Initial
|
40 Hours
|
29 CFR 1919.1001 |
Asbestos Supervisor Contractor - Refresher
Contents:This 1-Day refresher course reviews the topics from the initial course and provides
current updates and clarifications. The course includes detailed information on
the project notification process and required documentation. Each attendee must
pass a 25-question exam in order to qualify for certification.
- Review and discuss changes in basic considerations and procedures for locating and identifying asbestos
- Review health and legal programs associated with asbestos
- Review proper asbestos control
- Changes in federal and state regulations
- Developments in state-of-the-art procedures for asbestos
- Review of key aspects of the initial training course
- Participants who complete the refresher courses will become recertified for a one-year period.
Target Audience:
This course is intended for individuals supervising the asbestos abatement process. Possible attendees include: Abatement Contractors, Building and Facility Owners, Consultants, Regulatory Officials, Safety and Environmental Managers, Architects, Maintenance and Facility Managers.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Annual
|
8 Hours
|
29 CFR 1910.1001 |
All individuals involved in actual asbestos abatement activities must attend this 4-Day course which includes 16-Hours of hands-on activities. The emphasis of this course is to teach the attendee how to protect himself and to conduct the abatement activities according to regulatory and specification requirements. Each attendee is given the opportunity to use abatement equipment and supplies to set-up an asbestos containment area, conduct a glove bag removal and properly conduct post-abatement clean-up activities. Each attendee must pass an exam (50 multiple choice questions) in order to receive their certification. Courses are approved by EPA.
Contents:
- Uses and applications of asbestos material in buildings
- Location of such materials
- What steps employees can take to minimize their exposure to asbestos to
reduce their risk of incurring asbestos-related diseases
- Practical aspects of performing maintenance or repair on asbestos-containing materials
- Practical precautions to be followed in removing suspended ceiling panels, installing light or plumbing fixtures, repairing air handling systems or engaging in any activity that might damage asbestos-containing materials
- Wet-cleaning methods and the use of special equipment
- Removal and disposal procedures
- Proper use of personal protective equipment and personal hygiene techniques, and
information on reporting procedures and compliance with relevant regulations
Any person who engages in an asbestos project, but who does not engage in specific asbestos abatement related activities required to be performed by other licensed persons.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Initial
|
32 Hours
|
29 CFR 1919.1001 |
Asbestos Worker - Initial
All individuals involved in actual asbestos abatement activities must attend this 4-Day course which includes 16-Hours of hands-on activities. The emphasis of this course is to teach the attendee how to protect himself and to conduct the abatement activities according to regulatory and specification requirements. Each attendee is given the opportunity to use abatement equipment and supplies to set-up an asbestos containment area, conduct a glove bag removal and properly conduct post-abatement clean-up activities. Each attendee must pass an exam (50 multiple choice questions) in order to receive their certification. Courses are approved by EPA.
Contents:
- Uses and applications of asbestos material in buildings
- Location of such materials
- What steps employees can take to minimize their exposure to asbestos to
reduce their risk of incurring asbestos-related diseases
- Practical aspects of performing maintenance or repair on asbestos-containing materials
- Practical precautions to be followed in removing suspended ceiling panels, installing light or plumbing fixtures, repairing air handling systems or engaging in any activity that might damage asbestos-containing materials
- Wet-cleaning methods and the use of special equipment
- Removal and disposal procedures
- Proper use of personal protective equipment and personal hygiene techniques, and
information on reporting procedures and compliance with relevant regulations
Any person who engages in an asbestos project, but who does not engage in specific asbestos abatement related activities required to be performed by other licensed persons.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Initial
|
32 Hours
|
29 CFR 1919.1001 |
Asbestos Worker - Refresher
Contents:Federal and State regulations require asbestos certified person to successfully complete an annual refresher course to continue eligibility for EPA/OSHA accreditation and State Licensing. This 1-day refresher course reviews the topics from the initial course and provides current updates and clarifications. A thorough review of the proper use of personal protective equipment and how to interpret exposure monitoring results is included. Each attendee must pass a 25 question exam in order to qualify for certification.
- Uses and applications of asbestos material in buildings
- Location of such materials
- What steps employees can take to minimize their exposure to asbestos to reduce their risk of incurring asbestos related diseases
- Practical aspects of performing maintenance or repair on asbestos containing materials
- Practical precautions to be followed in removing suspended ceiling panels, installing light or plumbing fixtures, repairing air handling systems or engaging in any activity that might damage asbestos containing materials
- Wet cleaning methods and the use of special equipment
- Removal and disposal procedures
- Proper use of personal protective equipment and personal hygiene techniques, and
information on reporting procedures and compliance with relevant regulations
Target Audience:
Any person who engages in an asbestos project, but who does not engage in specific
asbestos abatement related activities required to be performed by other licensed
persons.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Annual
|
8 Hours
|
29 CFR 1910.1001 |
Basic Health and Safety
Contents:
- The purpose of safety training
- Overview of Environmental Health and Safety
- Hazard identification
- Emergency preparedness
- Fire safety
- Injury/Illness information
- Hazardous materials
- Asbestos
- Indoor air quality
- Flu Awareness
- Medical monitoring
- Respirators
- Hearing protection
- Safety Training
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Initial
|
2 Hours
|
29 CFR 1910.various |
Basic RCRA for Lamps and Batteries
This course will train WVU employees how to correctly manage waste batteries and lamps.
Contents:
- Identifying Lamps and Batteries
- Handling Lamp and Batteries
- Storing Lamps and Batteries
- Labeling Lamps and Batteries
- Universal Waste versus Hazardous Waste
- Disposing of Lamps and Batteries
Target Audience:
This course is intended for West Virginia University employees who periodically must change lamps and batteries.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Periodic
|
.25 Hours
|
40 CFR 265.16 |
Bloodborne Pathogens
This course will give the learners the necessary knowledge to work safely in areas where bloodborne pathogens may be present. Participants will be able to identify proper personal protective equipment, clean up infectious materials and know the universal precautions that should be taken when exposed to potentially infectious materials.
Objective: Upon completion of this class, participates will be able to explain the importance of using universal precautions and will be able to identify they types of necessary PPE. They will also summarize the content listed below.
Contents:
- OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens standard overview
- Epidemiology and symptoms of bloodborne diseases
- Modes of transmission of bloodborne pathogens
- WVU Exposure Control Plan
- Tasks and activities that may cause exposure to bloodborne pathogens
- An explanation of the use and limitations of methods that will prevent or reduce exposure including appropriate engineering controls, work practices, and Personal Protective Equipment
- Information on the types, proper use, location, removal, handling, decontamination and disposal of PPE
- An explanation of the basis for selection of PPE
- Hepatitis B vaccination information
- Information of the appropriate actions to take and persons to contact in an emergency involving blood or other potentially infectious materials
- An explanation of the procedures to follow if an exposure incident occurs, including the method of reporting the incident and the medical follow-up that will be made available
- Information on the post exposure evaluation and follow-up that WVU is required to provide for the employee following an exposure incident
- Emergency information
- Interactive questions and answers
This course is intended for West Virginia University employees who could be exposed to bloodborne pathogens as part of their job duties.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Annually
|
Up to 1 hour initial; 15 to 30 mins refresher
|
29 CFR 1910.1030 |
Chainsaws
Contents:
- Overview of the Chain Saw and safety features
- Chain Saw maintenance
- Applicable OSHA regulations
- Chain Saw injury locations
- PPE
- Fueling
- Starting the saw
- Chain saw operation
- Manual felling
- Limbing and bucking
Target Audience:
It is intended for West Virginia University employees who operates a chain saw as
part of their job duties.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Every 3 years
|
Varies
|
29 CFR 1910.266 |
Compressed Gases
Contents:
• OSHA’s Compressed gas standards
• Transporting compressed gas cylinders
• Storage of compressed gas cylinders
• Labeling of compressed gas cylinders
• Handling and use of compressed gas cylinders
• Cryogenic liquids
Target Audience:
This course is intended for any West Virginia University employee who will potentially
be working with compressed gases.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Periodic
|
1 Hour
|
29 CFR 1910.101 |
Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout) - Authorized Employees
Contents:
• Overview of the OSHA regulation
• Types of hazardous energy
• Written procedures of machinery and equipment
• Duties of authorized employees
• Proper lockout/tagout procedures
• Locks and tags
• Types of lockout equipment
• Employee notification
• Multiple workers
• Contractors
• Re-energizing equipment
Target Audience:
It is intended for West Virginia University employees who either perform repairs
or maintain equipment.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Every 3 Years
|
2Hour
|
29 CFR 1910.147 |
Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout) - Affected
Contents:
• Overview of the OSHA regulation
• Types of hazardous energy
• Written procedures of machinery and equipment
• Duties of affected employees
• Proper lockout/tagout procedures
• Locks and tags
• Employee notification
• Contractors
Target Audience:
It is intended for West Virginia University employees who are affected by the machinery
and equipment being down for service.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Every 3 Years
|
1 Hour
|
29 CFR 1910.147 |
Cranes: Overhead/Gantry
Contents:
- Overview of the OSHA regulation 1910.179
- Capacities of equipment and attachments
- Purpose, use and limitations of controls
- Daily Checks
- Start-up and shutdown procedures
- Emergency shutdown procedures
- General operating procedures
- Basic signaling procedures
- Hoisting equipment
- Inspections
- Maintenance
Target Audience:
It is intended for West Virginia University employees who uses overhead or gantry cranes as part of their job duties.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Every 3 years
|
2 Hours
|
29 CFR 1910.179 |
Cushmans
Contents:
• Operator’s manual
• Differences between on-road vehicles and Cushmans
• Labels and warning
• Daily Inspections
• Starting and Driving Vehicle
• Fueling
Target Audience:
This course is intended for West Virginia University employees who operate Cushman
vehicles as part of their job duties.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Periodic
|
1 Hour
|
29 U.S.C.§ 654.5 |
Driving Safety
Contents:
• Vehicle inspection
• Comfort
• Defensive driving
• Intersections
• Following distances
• Turning and passing
• Road hazards
• Weather conditions
Target Audience:
Employees who drive a state vehicle or operate a vehicle during working hours must
take this course.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Periodic
|
1 Hour
|
29 U.S.C.§ 654.5 |
Electrical Safe Work Practices - Electricians
Contents: This course describes the vital steps that must be taken when working with electricity. The course participants will understand and be able to demonstrate the safe work practices that must be used when working with or around electricity.
- OSHA’s Electrical Standards
- Nature of electrical accidents
- Electrical hazard recognition
- Protective measures
- Grounding
- Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters
- Electrical shock
- Static electricity
- Electrical safe work practices
- Lockout/Tagout overview
- Arc Flash
This course is intended for experienced electricians who routinely work on electrical components.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Periodic
|
2Hours
|
29 CFR 1910.331-335 |
Electrical Safe Work Practices - Non-Electricians
Contents:This course describes the vital steps that must be taken when working with electricity. The course participants will understand and be able to demonstrate the safe work practices that must be used when working with or around electricity.
• Nature of electrical accidents
• Electrical hazard recognition
• Protective measures
• Grounding
• Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters
• Safe work practices
• Cord and plug connected equipment
Target Audience:
This course is intended for any West Virginia University employee who works with
electrical equipment and wants to know more about electrical safety.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Periodic
|
1 Hour
|
29 CFR 1910.331-335 |
Emergency Action Plans
This course provides basic information on WVU employee’s responsibilities during an emergency situation.
Contents:
- WVU’s Emergency Action Plan
- The importance of emergency response
- WVU employee’s role in an emergency
- Evacuation procedures
- Designated meeting areas
- Procedures for reporting an emergency
- Contact information
- WVU emergency flip chart
Target Audience:
This course is intended for all West Virginia University employees.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Periodic
|
.5 Hours
|
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.38 |
Ergonomics
This course gives basic knowledge of ergonomic principles. The participant will understand the importance of work space design and using the correct tools for a job. The will learn basic safety information that can be used to increase productivity and decrease the risk of personal injury.
Contents:
• What is ergonomics?
• Common types of injuries
• Proper work place design
• Ergonomic tools and equipment
Target Audience:
This course is intended any West Virginia University employee who has an interest
in ergonomics.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Periodic
|
1 Hour
|
29 U.S.C 654 (General Duty Clause) |
Fall Protection- Competent Person
This course will give participants the information they will need in order to work safely from heights.
Contents:
• OSHA regulations
• Hazard Identification
• Written fall protection program
• Restraint systems
• Fall arrest systems
• Inspection and maintenance
• PPE
Target Audience:
This offering is intended for West Virginia University employees who must work
from heights in order to perform their job duties.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Periodic
|
6 Hours
|
29 CFR 1926 Subpart M |
Fall Protection- Worker
Target Audience: This course will give participants the information they will need in order to work
safely from heights.
Contents:
• Pretest
• Conventional systems – guardrails, hole covers, safety nets, personal fall arrest
systems
• Hazard Identification
• WVU Fall Protection Policy
• Restraint systems
• Personal fall arrest systems
• Inspection and maintenance of personal fall arrest systems
• Roof access
• Sloped roofs
• Flat roofs
• Skylights and smoke hatches
• Markings for roofs
• Fall protection project status
• Post test
This offering is intended for West Virginia University employees who must work from heights in order to perform their job duties.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Periodic
|
2 Hours
|
29 CFR 1926 Subpart M |
Fall Protection Awareness
This course will give participants an overview of OSHA’s fall protection regulations. They will understand that working from heights requires additional training and proper PPE.
Contents:
• Identify fall hazards
• Analyze fall hazards
• Preventing fall hazards
• Overview of OSHA regulations
Target Audience:
This offering is intended for West Virginia University employees who have the potential
to be working from heights.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Periodic
|
1 Hour
|
29 CFR 1926 Subpart M |
Fire Safety/Fire Extinguishers
This course shows participants how to protect themselves in the event of a fire. Participants will learn the risks associated with fire. They will also know the safe evacuation procedures that should be used when an emergency occurs. Participants will learn how to operate a fire extinguisher.
Contents:
• Basic fire safety
• The fire triangle
• How fire reacts
• Types of fires
• Sprinkler systems
• Fire extinguisher use
Target Audience:
This course is intended for all West Virginia University employees.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Annually
|
1 Hour
|
29 CFR 1910.157 |
First Aid
Target Audience: This course gives information necessary to provide basic first aid training. The
training is conducted by representatives from the American Heart Association. The
course participants will demonstrate a practical knowledge of basic first aid.
Contents:
• Bloodborne Pathogen Overview
• Cardiac Chain of Survival
• Soft tissue injuries
• Controlling bleeding
• Burns
• Muscular-skeletal injuries
• Sudden illness
• Heat/Cold related emergencies
Target Audience:
This course is intended for West Virginia University employees who want to learn
basic first aid, CPR and AED techniques.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Every 2 Years
|
3 Hours
|
29 CFR 1910.151 |
Flammable-Combustible Liquids
This course is designed to give the participants the necessary information to safely use, store and dispose of flammable or combustible liquids.
Contents:
• Regulations
• Definitions
• Flammable explosive limits
• Handling flammable and combustible liquids
• Storage of flammable and combustible liquids
• Disposal of flammable and combustible liquids
This offering is intended for West Virginia University employees who are assigned to work with or around flammable or combustible liquids.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Periodic
|
1 Hour
|
29 CFR 1910.106 |
Gators/ATVs
This course describes safe and proper gator operating procedures and accident prevention skills.
Contents:
• Operator’s manual
• Labels and warning
• Daily inspection
• Starting and driving vehicle
• Operating on rough terrain
• Fueling
• Loading and unloading vehicle
• West Virginia Laws
Target Audience:
This course is intended for West Virginia University employees who operate gator
vehicles as part of their job duties.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Periodic
|
2 Hours
|
WV§17F-1-1 |
Hazard Communication
Hazard Communication and Laboratory Safety Instructions This course gives basic information regarding the chemicals employees will be using as part of their job duties. The course participants will be able to identify chemical labels and understand a material safety data sheet. They will know where to find the information pertaining to chemicals in the workplace and how to protect themselves from chemical hazards.
Contents:
• The OSHA Hazard Communication standard
• Purpose and use of Safety Data Sheets
• Purpose and use of labels
• Pictograms
• Chemical characteristics
• Small spills
• Storage
• Personal protective equipment
• Protection from chemical hazards
Target Audience:
This course is intended for West Virginia University employees who are assigned
to a work area where hazardous chemicals are present.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Every 3 Years
|
1 Hour
|
29 CFR 1910.1200 |
Hazardous Materials Shipping by Ground (DOT):
This course will give the participants the information necessary to safety transport hazardous materials by roadway. Participants will learn how to correctly mark, label and pack hazardous materials for ground shipping. The participant will also learn to fill out shipping papers.
This course is given in conjunction with hazardous materials shipping by air.
Contents:
- General awareness
- Hazard classifications
- Hazardous materials table
- Shipping papers
- Performance oriented packaging and closure
- Markings
- Labels
- Placarding
- Security awareness
Target Audience:
This offering is intended for West Virginia University employees who are responsible for shipping or receiving hazardous materials.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Initial and every 3 years
|
8 Hours
|
49 CFR Parts 100-185 |
Hazardous Material Shipping (IATA)
This course will give the participants the information necessary to safety transport hazardous materials by air. Participants will learn how to correctly mark, label and pack hazardous materials for air shipping. The participant will also learn to fill out shipping papers.
This course is given in conjunction with hazardous materials shipping by ground.
Contents:
- General awareness
- Hazard classifications
- Hazardous materials table
- Shipping papers
- Performance oriented packaging and closure
- Markings
- Labels
- Placarding
- Security awareness
Target Audience:
This offering is intended for West Virginia University employees who are responsible for shipping or receiving hazardous materials.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Initial and every 2 years
|
8 Hours
|
IATA – Dangerous Goods Regulations 55th edition |
Hazardous Waste (RCRA)
Hazardous waste regulations. This course gives the necessary information needed to safety dispose of hazardous materials generated at WVU. The course participants will be able to define hazardous waste and understand how hazardous waste is to be stored before disposal.
Contents:
- Penalties for violating regulations
- Definition of Hazardous Waste
- Hazardous Waste Classifications
- Waste Determinations
- Container management
- Labeling – Pre-transport
- Properties of facility waste
- Satellite Accumulation Area
- 90 Day Storage Area
- Reporting/Recordkeeping
- Inspections
- Waste minimization
- Waste packaging
- Communications, alarms, and evacuation routes
- Contingency plan
- Emergency equipment
- Responses to fire, spills and explosions
- Site Shutdown procedures (if applicable)
- Spill prevention, control, and countermeasure plans
- Universal Waste
Target Audience:
The following positions need to attend this training:
Lab Worker: A person who handles chemicals and/or unwanted material
in a laboratory and may include, but is not limited to faculty, staff, post-doctoral
fellows, interns, researchers, technicians, supervisors/managers, and principal
investigators. A person does not need to be paid or otherwise compensated
for his/her work in the laboratory to be considered a laboratory worker.
Undergraduates and graduate students in a supervised classroom setting are not
laboratory workers. A lab worker’s duties include placing waste into compatible
containers, proper labeling, container management and submitting electronic hazardous
waste disposal form.
Lab workers are required to complete on-line hazardous waste training annually. The training is self-paced and takes approximately 1.5 hours to complete. This training is both the introductory and annual refresher training.
Facility Maintenance Worker: A person who handles chemicals and/or unwanted materials during the course of maintenance/construction activities and may include, but is not limited to, shop personnel, zone personnel, roads and ground workers, and PRT workers. Duties include placing waste into compatible containers, proper labeling, container management and submitting electronic hazardous waste disposal forms.
Facility Maintenance workers are required to attend 30 minutes of classroom training on an annual basis. The training includes hazardous waste, universal waste, used oil and hazard communications. Tool box training is also provided to specific work units to address special issues. This on the job training usually lasts about 15 minutes. An example of this type of training would be discussing proper management of universal waste lamps. Introductory training takes place on a monthly basis to all newly hired facility maintenance workers. Hazard communications and Hazardous waste are discussed in a classroom setting for approximately 20 minutes.
EHS Specialists: This includes the Hazardous Materials Manager, Hazardous Material Specialists, Hazardous Materials Technicians, Emergency Response Coordinator, and Environmental Health and Safety Specialists. Their duties include handling chemicals and waste during inspections, waste removal activities, lab audits, record keeping and/or spill response activities. ESH specialists can either take the on-line hazardous waste training annually or complete an eight hour RCRA refresher training in a classroom setting.
The EHS hazardous materials staff is required to complete on-line hazardous waste training within six months of being hired. The training is self-paced and takes approximately 1.5 hours to complete. The EHS hazardous materials staff completes an annual eight hour RCRA refresher training in a classroom setting.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Annual
|
Variable
|
40 CFR 265.16 |
Hearing Protection
This course describes the effects of noise on a person, types of hearing protection, and the purpose of audiometric testing. Upon the completion of the course, the participant will understand the necessity of wearing hearing protection in a loud environment. The learner will know how to properly care for and wear hearing protection. They will also understand the purpose for an annual audiogram.
Contents:
• Overview of the OSHA regulation
• The effects of noise on a person
• The purpose of hearing protectors
• The advantages, disadvantages and attenuation of various types of hearing protection
• Instruction of selection, fitting use and care of hearing protection
• The purpose of audiometric testing and an explanation of the test procedure
Target Audience:
This course is intended for West Virginia University employees who are exposed
to an average of 85 dBA or more during their work shift.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Annual
|
1 Hour
|
29 CFR 1910.95 |
Hot Works
WVU’s Hot Work Program. This course describes the necessary measures and safety precautions that must be taken when engaged in Hot Works.
Contents:
- Hot Work Definitions
- Roles and Responsibilities
- Summary of NFPA 51B and OSHA 29 CFR 1910.252 standards
- The Permit Authorizing Individual (PAI)
- Fire Watches
- Hot Work safe work practices
- Permanent Hot Work Operation Areas
- The Hot Work Permit
- Recordkeeping requirements
Target Audience:
This course is intended for any West Virginia University employee who will be involved
in hot works and their supervisor. This includes brazing, riveting, flame
cutting, cutting, grinding, soldering, welding, thawing pipes, torch applier roofing,
and torch applied street symbols, cad welding, and any operation involving open
flames, or heat and/or sparks.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Periodic
|
2 Hours
|
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.252 and NFPA 51B |
Hot Works: Permit Authorizing Individual (PAI)
This course details the role and responsibilities of the Permit Authorizing Individual.
Contents:
- Overview of WVU’s Hot Work Program
- Area inspection process
- Hazard recognition and Control including:
- Safe equipment operations
- Control of combustibles
- Protection of area processes
- Duties of the PAI
- The Hot Work Permit
- Disabling and enabling fire alarm components
Target Audience:
This course is intended for any West Virginia University employee who will be designated as a Permit Authorizing Individual and their supervisor.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Periodic
|
1 Hours
|
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.252 and NFPA 51B |
Laboratory Safety
Target Audience: The laboratory safety training will give the learner the basic information needed to safety work in a laboratory setting. The participant will understand safe laboratory protocols. They will know how to read an MSDS and label chemicals properly. The learner will also know how to work safety with lab hoods and store chemicals properly.
Contents:
• Physical and health hazards of chemicals
• Safe work practices
• Emergency procedures
• Personal protective equipment
• Detecting the presence or release of a hazardous chemical
• Hoods and ventilation
• Gas cylinder use and storage
• Labeling and signage
• Small spill cleanup
• Chemical disposal procedures
It is intended for West Virginia University employees who work in a laboratory setting.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Annual
|
1 Hour
|
29 CFR 1910.1450 |
Ladders
This course will inform the learner about the basic requirements of ladder safety. Safe work practices and OSHA regulations will be discussed.
Contents:
• Types of ladders
• Ladder inspection
• Ladder set up
• Climbing and standing
• Proper ladder use
• Care and storage
• Electrical Hazards
• Fall hazards
Target Audience:
This offering is intended for West Virginia University employees who use ladders
as part of their job duties.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Periodic
|
1 Hour
|
29 CFR 1910.25 and 26 |
Lead Safety
This course describes the necessary measures and precautions that must be taken when working in an area where the potential for airborne lead exists.
Contents:
• OSHA’s Lead Standard and appendices
• The specific nature of the operations which could result in exposure to lead
above the action level
• The purpose, proper selection, fitting, use, and limitations of respirators
• WVU Medical Monitoring Program overview
• Engineering controls
• Safe work practices
• Instructions to employees that chelating agents should not routinely be used
to remove lead from their bodies and should not be used at all except under the
direction of a licensed physician.
This course is intended for any West Virginia University employee who will potentially be exposed to airborne lead.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Periodic
|
1 Hour
|
29 CFR 1910.1025 |
Lifting and Back Safety
This course gives basic knowledge of proper lifting techniques. The learner will understand basic safety information that can be used to increase productivity and reduce the risk of personal injury.
Contents:
• Physiology of the back
• Back injury statistics
• Examples of poor lifting
• Proper lifting techniques
Target Audience:
This course is intended any West Virginia University employee who must lift or
carry objects or has a concern regarding back safety.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Annually
|
1 Hour
|
29 U.S.C. 654 (General Duty Clause) |
Liquid Petroleum Gas
This course is designed to give the participants the necessary information to safely use, store and dispose of LP Gas.
Contents:
• Regulations
• Safe use practices
• Personal protective equipment
• Filling cylinders
• Storing cylinders
• Labeling
• Disposal
Target Audience:
This offering is intended for West Virginia University employees who use liquid
petroleum gas as part of their job duties.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Periodic
|
1 Hour
|
29 CFR 1910.110 |
Machine Guarding
This course describes the different types of guards found on machinery and equipment
at West Virginia University. The course participants will understand the importance
of machine guards and know what to do if defective guards are found.
Contents:
• The purpose of machine guards
• General requirements
• Hazardous motions and actions
• Safety considerations
• Types of machine guards
• Reporting procedures
Target Audience:
This course is intended for West Virginia University employees who use machinery
and equipment which utilize machine guards as a means of user protection.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Every 3 Years
|
1 Hour
|
29 CFR 1910.212 |
Medical Surveillance
This course describes how medical surveillance is conducted and why it is necessary.
Contents:
- WVU’s Medical Surveillance Program
- Why medical surveillance is needed
- How medical surveillance is conducted
Target Audience:
This course is intended for any West Virginia University employee who could be medically monitored due to exposure to a toxic substance or harmful physical agent.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Periodic
|
.25 Hours
|
OSHA 29 CFR 1910 Subpart Z |
Methamphetamine (Meth) Lab Awareness
This course gives basic information regarding the hazards present in a meth lab as well as common ways to identify the presence of a lab.
Contents:
• What is Methamphetamine or Meth?
• Effects of Meth
• Dangers of a Meth lab
• Recognizing signs of a Meth lab
Target Audience:
This course is intended for West Virginia University employees who are interested
in learning about the dangers of a meth lab and how to detect one in the vicinity.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Initial
|
1 Hour
|
None |
Mold Awareness
This course addresses questions and concerns regarding mold in the workplace.
Contents:
• What is Mold
• Common causes of moisture
• Health effects of mold
• Mold Clean-up
• Drying wet building materials and furnishings
• When to contact EHS
Target Audience:
This course is intended for any West Virginia University employee who has concerns
about mold in the workplace environment.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Periodic
|
1/2 Hour
|
General Duty Clause of OSH Act (section 5(a)(1)) 5(a)(1) |
New Employee Orientation
This course offers an overview of the basic safety services provided by Environmental Health and Safety (EHS). The course will also overview several key safety topics new employees need in order to work at West Virginia University. Upon completion of the course, employees will have the knowledge to safety and productively perform their assigned job tasks.Contents:
• The purpose of safety training
• Overview of Environmental Health and Safety
• Lifting/Back
• PPE
• Lockout/Tagout
• Electrical
• Hazard identification
• Emergency preparedness
• Fire safety
• Injury/Illness information
• Hazardous materials
• Asbestos
• Indoor air quality
• Sanitation programs
• Medical monitoring
• Respirators
• Hearing protection
• Safety Training
Target Audience:
This offering is intended for newly hired West Virginia University Facilities
and Services employees.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Initial
|
7 Hours
|
29 CFR 1910.various |
Permit-Required Confined Space
OSHA’s Permit-required confined space standard This course describes the necessary measures and precautions that must be taken when working in a permit-required confined space.
Contents:
• West Virginia University’s confined space policy
• Hazard recognition and control
• Communications
• Personal Protective Equipment
• Atmospheric monitoring
• Safe work practices
• Work planning and supervision
• Duties of an entrant
• Duties of the attendant
• Duties of the supervisor
• The confined space permit
• Emergency procedures
• Confined Space rescue
Target Audience:
This course is intended for any West Virginia University employee who will be
working as an entrant, attendant or a supervisor during a permit-confined space
entry. Participants will also need to attend Lockout/Tagout training prior to
entry.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Periodic
|
2 Hours
|
29 CFR 1910.146 |
Permit-Required Confined Space - General Awareness
This course describes the measures and precautions that must be taken when working in areas around confined spaces.
Contents:
• Definition of a confined space
• Definition of a permit-required confined space
• History of standard
• Overview of regulation
• Responsibilities of bystanders
Target Audience:
This course is intended for any West Virginia University employee who will work
near a confined space.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Periodic
|
1 Hour
|
29 CFR 1910.146 |
Permit-Required Confined Space - Instrumentation
This course details the proper methods to use and calibrate an air monitor designed for use in a confined space.
Contents:
• OSHA’s Permit-required confined space standard
• West Virginia University’s confined space policy
• Calibration of Air Monitor
• Reading an Air Monitor Display
• Proper usage of Air Monitor
• Limitations of Air Monitor
• Charging Air Monitor
Target Audience:
This course is intended for any West Virginia University employee who will be using
an air monitor during a permit-confined space entry.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Periodic
|
2 Hours
|
29 CFR 1910.146 |
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
The course participants will know when it is necessary to wear the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). They will also understand the limitations of the PPE. They will be able to properly don, doff, inspect and store their PPE. Many common types of PPE are examined in this course. Eye and face protection, heat protection, hand protection and foot protection are all discussed.
Contents:
• Overview of OSHA regulation
• When personal protective equipment (PPE) is necessary
• What PPE is necessary
• How to properly don, doff, adjust and wear PPE
• The limitations of PPE
• The proper care, maintenance, useful life, and disposal of PPE
Target Audience:
This course is intended for WVU employees who will need to wear some type of general
personal protective equipment.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Annual
|
1 Hour
|
CFR 1910.132 |
Powered Industrial Trucks (Forklifts): Formal Training (Classroom)
General operating instructions, warning, and precautions;This course informs the learner about the safe operating procedures needed for using powered industrial trucks. Powered industrial trucks refer to fork trucks, tractors, platform lift trucks, motorized hand trucks, and other specialized industrial trucks powered by electric motor or internal combustion engines. The course participants will know safe operating procedures for powered industrial trucks.
Contents:
- Differences between the truck and the automobile;
- Truck controls and instrumentation;
- Engine and motor operations;
- Steering and maneuvering;
- Visibility;
- For and attachment adaptation, operation and use limitations;
- Vehicle capacity;
- Vehicle stability;
- Vehicle inspection and maintenance;
- Refueling vehicles;
- Operating limitations; and
- Forklift safe work practices.
Target Audience:
This course is intended for West Virginia University employees who use any type of
powered industrial truck as part of their job duties.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Every 3 years
|
1 Hours
|
29 CFR 1910.178 |
Power Tools
This course covers various types of powered tools being used at West Virginia University. Participants will learn the risks associated with using power tools. They will also know the safe operating procedures that should be used when operating power tools.
Contents:
• The operator’s manual
• Tool safety features
• Tool inspection
• Personal protective equipment
• Safe tool use
• Basic electrical safety
Target Audience:
This course is intended for West Virginia University employees who use powered
tools as part of their job activities.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Every 3 Years
|
1 Hour
|
29 CFR 1910.242 |
Powered Industrial Trucks (Forklifts): Practical Training (Hands-On)
This course informs the learner about the safe operating procedures needed for using powered industrial trucks. Powered industrial trucks refer to fork trucks, tractors, platform lift trucks, motorized hand trucks, and other specialized industrial trucks powered by electric motor or internal combustion engines. The course participants will know safe operating procedures for powered industrial trucks. Students will also be able to demonstrate safe driving techniques.
Contents:
- Specific operating instructions, warning and precautions for the type of truck the operator will be authorized to operate;
- Specific truck controls and instrumentation for the type of truck the operator will be authorized to operate including where they are located, what they do, and how they work;
- Surface conditions where the vehicle will be operated
- Composition of loads to be carried and load stability;
- Load manipulation, stacking, and unstacking;
- Pedestrian traffic in areas where the vehicle will be operated;
- Hazardous locations where the vehicle will be operated;
- Ramps and other sloped surfaces that could affect the vehicle’s stability;
- Closed environments and other areas where insufficient ventilation or poor vehicle maintenance could cause a buildup of carbon monoxide or diesel exhaust;
- Other unique or potentially hazardous environmental conditions in the workplace that could affect safe operation; and
- Any other operating instructions, warning, or precautions listed in the operator’s manual for the types of vehicle that the employee is being trained to operate.
- Evaluation of Forklift Operator
Target Audience:
This course is intended for West Virginia University employees who use any type
of powered industrial truck as part of their job duties.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Every 3 Years
|
3 Hours
|
29 CFR 1910.178 |
Respirators: Mandatory Use
This course describes the benefits and limitations of respirators. Participants will understand why respirators are an effective method of protection against designated hazards when properly selected and worn. Learners will understand that training, medical monitoring and fit testing are all parts of the respirator program.
Contents:
- WVU’s Respirator Program
- Respirator Definitions
- Types of respirators
- OSHA’s Respiratory Standard
- Roles and Responsibilities
- Why a respirator is necessary
- How improper fit, usage or maintenance con compromise the respirator
- Limitations and capabilities of the respirator
- How to use the respirator effectively in emergency situations
- How to inspect, put on and remove, use, and check the seals of the respirator
- Maintenance and storage of a respirator
- How to recognize medical signs and symptoms that may limit or prevent the effective use of respirators.
Target Audience:
This course is intended for any West Virginia University employee who is required to use a respirator as part of their job duties.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Annual | 1 Hours
|
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134
|
Respirators: Voluntary Use
This course provides basic information on respirators. Appendix D of the OSHA Respiratory protection standard is covered.
Contents:
- WVU’s Respirator Program
- OSHA’s Respiratory Standard Appendix D
- Read and obey all instructions provided my manufacture of respirator
- Choose respirators certified for use to protect against the contaminant of concern.
- Do not wear a respirator into atmospheres containing contaminants for which the respirator is not designed to protect against.
- Keep track of your respirator.
Target Audience:
This course is intended for any West Virginia University employee who voluntarily use a respirator when not required by WVU to do so.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Annual | .5 Hour
|
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134
|
Scaffolds
Target Audience: The scaffolding course will inform the learner about the basic requirements of scaffold safety. OSHA regulations are also discussed. The course participants will know appropriate scaffold construction methods. They will be able to ensure stable access to a scaffold and know the basic requirements of scaffold safety.
Contents:
• Overview of the regulation
• Nature of the hazards
• Fall protection
• Electrical hazards
• Falling objects
• Types of scaffolds
• Maximum intended loads and load capacity
• Set up procedures
• Dismantling and moving the scaffold system
This course is intended for West Virginia University employees who use scaffolds as part of their job duties.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Every 3 Years
|
2 Hours
|
29 CFR 1926.450 |
Skid Steers (Bobcats)
This course describes safe and proper Skid Steer operating procedures and accident prevention skills.
Contents:
• Operator’s manual
• Labels and warning
• Daily inspection
• Starting and driving vehicle
• Operating on rough terrain
• Fueling
• Loading and unloading vehicle
Target Audience:
This course is intended for West Virginia University employees who operate skid
steer vehicles as part of their job duties.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Periodic
|
2 Hours
|
General Duty Clause of OSH Act (section 5(a)(1) |
Slips, Trips, and Falls
Participants will learn the leading causes of slips, trips and falls and be able to identify actions that can be taken to reduce or mitigate incidents.
Objectives: Class participants will be able to summarize the leading causes of slips, trips and falls and demonstrate steps that can prevent them from occurring.
Contents:
- Definitions
- Costs and number of incidents at WVU
- Causes of slips, trips and falls
- Identifying hazardous conditions
- Implementing corrective actions
- Risk factors
- Methods of prevention
- Safe walking practices
- Case studies
Target Audience:
This course is intended for all West Virginia University Employees.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Periodic | Up to 1 Hour
|
29 CFR 1910 Subpart D
|
Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures
The Environmental Protection Agency’s SPCC rule contains oil pollution prevention and control regulations that focus on the prevention of oil spills, rather than subsequent clean ups. Regulations set down procedures, methods and equipment to be used to prevent oil spills that could reach navigable waters. Participants will understand the necessary information needed to use, clean up and dispose of oil products in a safe and environmentally correct manner.
Contents:
• Understanding SPCC regulations and WVU’s plan
• Operating procedures that prevent oil spills
• Familiarity with control measures
• Familiarity with emergency response procedures
• Awareness of emergency response routes
• Reporting and record-keeping requirements
Target Audience:
This course is intended for West Virginia University employees who are responsible
for using oil products.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Every 3 Years
|
1 Hour
|
Title 40 Part 112 |
Standard First Aid (CPR, First Aid and AED)
This course gives information necessary to provide basic first aid and Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training. The training is conducted by representatives from the American Heart Association. The course participants will demonstrate a practical knowledge of basic first aid and CPR techniques. Students will also be able to properly use an External Automated Defibrillator (AED).
Contents:
• Bloodborne Pathogen Overview
• Cardiac Chain of Survival
• First Aid basics
• Medical emergencies
• Injury emergencies
• Environmental emergencies
• Adult/Child CPR
• Adult/Child choking
• Adult/Child AED
Target Audience:
This course is intended for West Virginia University employees who want to learn
basic first aid, CPR and AED techniques.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Every 2 Years
|
6 Hours
|
29 CFR 1910.151 |
Stormwater
This course will educate participants on the general concepts of the WVU stormwater management program and pollution prevention. Learners will understand the best management practices used to protect the environment from stormwater runoff.
Contents:
- Good Housekeeping and Spill Prevention
- Spill Control and Response
- Vehicle Fueling
- Vehicle and Equipment Maintenance
- Vehicle and Equipment Washing
- Material Management
- Waste Management
- Municipal Facility Maintenance
- Parking Lots and Streets
- Storm Drain System Cleaning
- Landscaping and Grounds Maintenance
- Working Over or Near Surface Areas
Target Audience:
This course is intended for all West Virginia University employees.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Periodic
|
1 Hour
|
WV0116025 |
Supervisor Safety
This course is designed to give FM supervisors basic safety information that can help increase productivity and decrease the risk of personal injury. Supervisors will learn to methods to create a safe work culture.
Contents:
• Recordkeeping requirements
• Accident investigation
• Safety attitudes
• Emergency preparedness
• Training requirements
• PPE requirements
• Dealing with problem employees
Target Audience:
This offering is intended for Facilities Management supervisors.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Initial
|
2 Hours
|
29 CFR 1910.various |
Trenching/Shoring
This course explains the dangers involved during the trenching/shoring phase of a construction project. Safety techniques are described and the OSHA regulations are examined in detail.
Contents:
• How a trench collapses
• OSHA regulations
• The competent person
• Protective systems
• Soil classification
• Sloping
• Shoring
• Trench shields
• Specialty systems
• Safe Egress
• Hazardous atmospheres
Target Audience:
This course is intended for all employees who work on or around trenching/shoring
projects.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Periodic
|
4 Hours
|
29 CFR 1926.652 |
Universal Waste
This course will train WVU employees how to correctly handle, collect, accumulate, contain, label, and dispose of universal waste. Employees will also know how to recognize universal waste and how to clean up small spills.
Contents:
• Identifying Universal Waste
• Collecting Hazardous Waste
• Handling Universal Waste
• Containers and Labels
• Accumulation Areas
• Waste Disposal
• Emergency Procedures
Target Audience:
This course is intended for West Virginia University employees who work with universal
waste.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Periodic
|
1 Hour
|
40 CFR 265.16 |
Welding
This course describes the necessary measures and safety precautions that must be taken when engaged in welding. Both oxy-acetylene and arc welding will be discussed.
Contents:
- OSHA’s Welding standards
- Oxy-acetylene welding
- Transporting and storing compressed gas cylinders
- Treatment of cylinders
- Gas Fuel and Oxygen manifolds
- Hoses and torches
- Regulators and gauges
- Oil and Grease Hazards
- Arc Welding
- Welding cables and connectors
- Ground returns and machine grounding
- Operating instructions
- Shielding
- PPE
- Welding Health Hazards
Target Audience:
This course is intended for any West Virginia University employee who will be involved
in welding or brazing.
Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
Periodic
|
1.5 Hours
|
29 CFR 1926.350 and 29 CFR 1926.351 |