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Training Programs

University of North Carolina Wilmington's goal is to create, maintain and enhance a safe and healthy environment for all individuals associated with the institution.

The training programs were established to ensure compliance with all applicable environmental health and safety regulations and to minimize injuries, and therefore, risks.  The individual departments are responsible for defining which positions within their departments require training and to ensure that the employees attend the specified training and observe established procedures.  

EH&S currently provides the following health and safety training programs:

To register for any of these training classes, contact Priscilla Sykes, 910-962-3057, sykesp@uncw.edu.
Training Programs Offered by EH&S
Asbestos Awareness Back Injury Prevention
Bloodborne Pathogen Confined Space
CPR/AED/First Aid Departmental Specific Safety Training
Ergonomics Forklift
Formaldehyde Hazard Communication
Hearing Conservation Lab Safety
Laboratory Workers Radiation Safety Laboratory Safety Awareness
Fire Extinguisher Respiratory Protection
Slip/Trip/Fall Industrial Low-Lift Trucks
Rip Current Awareness Storm Spotter
Suspicious Package

Preparing for Emergencies

Asbestos Awareness: (OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1101)

This workshop presents basic information about the current state of knowledge concerning the dangers of asbestos fibers in buildings, the methods available to control hazards, and the actions one must take and avoid when working in an area known or presumed to contain asbestos.  It is designed for employees who will not directly handle asbestos material, but who may encounter it in the routine course of their work, such as in Buildings and Grounds employees.  Initial and refresher training is mandatory.

Offered:  Annually
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Back Injury Prevention:
Back injuries and slips, trips and falls cost UNCW more than any other type of accident. This training is an American Red Cross course that covers back injury prevention and causes of back pain; and learn how posture, stretching and safe lifting skills can reduce the risk of injury. (See also Slip/Trip/Fall)

Date/Time:

November 9, 2009 - 9:00am to 10:00am

Cost: $5.00 (or less for larger groups)

Facilitators: Stan Harts

Location: EH&S Training Room

Classes can be conducted at your departmental staff meeting

upon request.


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Slip/Trip/Fall:
Back injuries and slips, trips and falls cost UNCW more than any other type of accident. This training is an American Red Cross course that covers slips, trips and falls, including the cause of accidents and their remedies including practical advice on shoe selection, ladder safety and injury prevention programs. (See also Back Injury Prevention)

Date/Time:

May 17, 2010 - 10:00am to 11:00am

Cost: $5.00 (or less for larger groups)

Facilitator: Stan Harts

Location: EH&S Training Room

Classes can be conducted at your departmental staff meeting

upon request.


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Bloodborne Pathogens: (OSHA 29 CFR 1910.130)
This standard is designed to protect health care workers and other affected workers at risk of occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens such as HIV, Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C virus.  Cases of occupational transmission are low and preventable.  Occupational exposure means reasonably anticipated skin, eye, mucous membrane, or parental contact with blood or other potentially infectious materials that may result from the performance of an employee's duties.  In addition to healthcare workers, police, housekeeping, plumbers and laboratory personnel could be included.  Annual training required.

Date/Time:

March 19, 2010 - 8:30 - 11am

May 13, 2010 - 8:30am - 11am

Cost: $10.00

Facilitators: Stan Harts / George Accattato, EH&S

Classes available for four or more participants upon request.
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Confined Space: (OSHA 29 CFR 1910.146)
Entry into certain types of confined spaces, such as manholes, trenches and pipe chases, may pose significant risk to workers.  An inventory of such spaces has been created and employees who may need to enter these spaces should be trained in the practices and personal protective equipment required.  Training must be provided prior to entry into a confined space and repeated whenever there are changes in the hazards.  Employees should also be aware that hired contractors who work in confined spaces be made aware of associated hazards.

Offered: Upon Request
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CPR/AED/First Aid
Adult CPR; Automated External Defibrillator; and First Aid training are offered on a regular basis and on special requests. It is conducted as two sessions in one day and upon successful completion, participants are certified for Adult CPR/AED for one year and First Aid for three years through the American Red Cross.

Date/Time:

January 6, 2010 - 8:30am - 3pm

February 16, 2010 - 8:30am - 3pm

March 22, 2010 - 8:30am - 3pm

April 14, 2010 - 8:30am - 3pm

May 11, 2010 - 8:30am - 3pm

June 7, 2010 - 8:30am - 3pm

The cost is $40.00 for the course.

Facilitators: Mike Seigh, EH&S

Location: EH&S Training Room

Classes available for four or more participants upon request.

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Departmental Specific Training:

  • Residence Coordinator / Residence Assistant Training
  • Student Leadership Center Training
  • University Union Building Manager Training
  • University Police Training
  • Science Department Graduate Student Training
Custom planned and scheduled training to meet the specific needs of departments on campus. This can include any of the above-mentioned courses along with basics of emergency procedures, accident investigation and reporting, suspicious package handling and recognition and DOT shipping. Please call for customization.

Offered: Upon request
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Ergonomics:
American Red Cross course that teaches employees the basics of body mechanics and the prevention of musculoskeletal injuries caused by work conditions that have repetitive tasks or awkward positions.

Offered: Upon request
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Fire Extinguisher: (OSHA 29 CFR 1910.157)
This session focuses on the various types of extinguishers used on campus and the pros and cons of each type. Proper operation of extinguishers and the types of fires they are best suited for will be discussed and demonstrated.

Date/Time

January 12, 2010 - 9:00am - 11am

March 16, 2010 - 1:00pm - 3pm

May 18, 2010 - 1:00pm - 3pm

Facilitator: Danny Edens, EH&S

Location: EH&S Training Room

Classes can be conducted at your departmental staff meeting upon request.


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Industrial Low-Lift Trucks/Forklift: (OSHA 29 CFR 1910.178)
Powered industrial trucks to include forklifts, tractors, platform lift trucks, motorized hand trucks, and other specialized industrial trucks powered by electric motors or internal combustion engines may only be used by trained authorized operators.  Training upon employment and on an as needed basis.   Training includes classroom time and a practiced skills evaluation.  A three-year certification is issued.

Date/Time:

January 13, 2010 - 8am - 12noon

March 17, 2010 - 1:00pm - 4pm

May 19, 2010 - 1:00pm - 4pm

Cost: $15.00

Facilitators: Danny Edens, EH&S

Location: EH&S Training Room

Classes available for four or more participants upon request.

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Formaldehyde:
Required training for anyone who works in a laboratory that utilizes formaldehyde. Covers the OSHA standard including, signage, handling, ventilation, PPE, and disposal.

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Date/Time:

January 28, 2010 - 11:30am - 12noon

March 23, 2010 - 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Facilitators: Deb Tew, EH&S

Location: EH&S Training Room

Classes available for four or more participants upon request.

 

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Hazard Communication (HazCom)
(OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200)
Provides employees with effective information and training on hazardous chemicals in their work area at the time of initial assignment and whenever a new physical or health hazard, the employees have not been previously trained on, is introduced into their work area.  Training will enable employees to obtain the necessary information off of a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS).

Offered:

March 25, 2010 - 9:00am - 10am

May 12, 2010 - 9:00am - 10am

   

Facilitator: Stan Harts, EH&S

Location: EH&S Training Room

Classes can be conducted at your departmental staff meeting upon request.


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Hearing Conservation:
OSHA required training for workers that are required to wear hearing protection as part of their job. Includes health effects of exposure to high sound levels and protection strategies. 1 hour, no charge, but required annual audiometric testing.

Offered: Upon request
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Lab Safety (OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1450)
Covers policies and practical information for all employees and students engaged in the laboratory use of hazardous materials including Radiation Awareness.  Training topics include descriptions of chemical and other hazards in the workplace, basic toxicology, exposure prevention and detection and laboratory waste disposal. Required training is provided to faculty, staff, teaching assistants, and laboratory technicians.  Students are welcome.

Date/Time:  

January 28, 2010 - 10:00am - 11:30am

March 23, 2010 - 1:30pm - 3pm

Facilitators: Deb Tew / George Accattato, EH&S

Location: EH&S Training Room

Classes available for four or more participants upon request.


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Laboratory Safety Awareness:
This training addresses basic laboratory safety concepts for those who enter laboratories to perform maintenance, housekeeping and other support functions.  This class describes warning signs, emergency procedures and general awareness principles

Date/Time:  Taught as Needed

Facilitators: Deb Tew / George Accattato, EH&S

Location: EH&S Training Room

Classes available for four or more participants upon request.

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Laboratory Workers Radiation Safety

NC Radiation Protection Agency required training for anyone working in a university laboratory who utilizes radioactive materials in their work. The course covers basic awareness through 'occupational radiation worker' levels. Course content includes signage, radiation basics, health physics practices, disposal, exposure monitoring, etc. This training is required for anyone who will work with radioactive materials unless formally waived by UNCW Environmental Health & Safety Department.

Date/Time:

Taught as needed - 9:00am to 12:00 Noon

Facilitators: George Accattato, EH&S

Location: EH&S Training Room

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Respiratory Program: (OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134)
In certain situations employees may need to wear respiratory protection in order to safely perform their jobs.  No employee may wear an air purifying respirator prior to enrollment in the program.  The program includes training, selection, and fit testing of an appropriate respirator and an annual qualifying medical exam.  Departments who believe that employee jobs involve a special hazard which cannot be controlled through engineering, can contact EH&S.  Annual training, medical exams, and fit testing is required.  Bring your respirator to each session.

Date/Time:  

February 11, 2010 - 10:00am - 11am

Cost: $10.00

Facilitators: Stan Harts / Deb Tew, EH&S

Location: EH&S Training Room

Classes available for four or more participants upon request.


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 Rip Current Awareness:

Come learn about an ocean hazard more deadly than sharks! Rip currents claim many lives each year. In this training you will learn what a rip current is, how to identify one, how rip currents are forecasted, and what to do if you find yourself caught in one. This is particularly valuable training for people new to the area who plan on becoming frequent beach goers, or for people who are interested in getting involved with rip current education programs.

Date/Time: Taught upon request

Facilitators: EH&S

Location: EH&S Training Room

Classes available for four or more participants upon request.

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Storm Spotter:

Become a certified National Weather Service Storm Spotter. The most important resource the National Weather Service has is citizens who can recognize threatening weather and relay the information. This training will teach you how to recognize severe weather such as tornados, thunderstorms, flooding, lightning, hail, and microbursts; know what weather phenomena needs to be reported; and how to relay the information to the National Weather Service. By taking this training you will also enhance UNCW's status as a StormReady university.

Date/Time: Taught upon request

Facilitators: EH&S

Location: EH&S Training Room

Classes available for four or more participants upon request.

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Suspicious Package:

Do you handle mail and packages for your department on a regular basis? If so, this essential training will help you know how to identify suspicious packages, understand threats, protect yourself, and understand emergency procedures for suspicious packages on campus.

Date/Time: Taught upon request

Facilitators: EH&S

Location: EH&S Training Room

Classes available for four or more participants upon request..

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Preparing for Emergencies:

This training is designed to help faculty and staff recognize, prevent and react to emergencies and make sure that departments have adequate plans in place in the event of an emergency.  Topics will include the full active shooter training, as well as preparations and departmental and university planning for hurricanes, fires, tornados, medical emergencies, gas leaks and more.  The sessions also will include training on the use of the new siren alert system.

Date/Time: Taught Upon Request

Facilitators:

Stan Harts, EH&S

James Watkins, University Police

Karen Pappas, Human Resources

Location: EH&S Training Room

Classes available for four or more participants upon request.

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Questions or comments about Environmental Health & Safety:   Priscilla Sykes | (910) 962-3057 | sykesp@uncw.edu

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