"Maine is committed to being business friendly and creating opportunity for our workers," said Governor Paul R. Lepage. "The classes at the SafetyWorks! Training Institute educate and inform about workplace hazards, keeping workers safe and helping to lower associated costs. I encourage Maine businesses and workers to check out the SafetyWorks! website for these and future classes."
Courses are held at no charge to employers and their employees to ensure and promote safety in the workplace. The courses are held at the SafetyWorks! Training Institute at the Maine Department of Labor, 45 Commerce Drive in Augusta unless otherwise noted.
Video Display Terminal -- Train the Trainer: February 2, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Maine's Video Display Terminal (VDT) law requires employers to train VDT operators how to work
safely at the computer. This class will prepare trainers, supervisors and safety team members to recognize the hazards VDT operators are exposed to and eliminate them.
Confined Space Entry: February 3, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
A confined space has limited or restrictive openings for going in and out and is not meant for continuous use by workers. OSHA uses the term "permit-required confined space" (permit-space) to describe a confined space in which workers are exposed to serious hazards. Employers must find out if confined spaces are permit-required. Attendees will learn how to evaluate confined spaces, monitor them during use, and set up rescue procedures.
Hazard Communication/Global Harmonization: February 4, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
GHS stands for "Global Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals." GHS is a system that defines and classifies the hazards of chemical products and communicates health and safety information on labels and material safety data sheets (called Safety Data Sheets, or SDSs, in GHS). Come learn what you need to do to prepare for the GHS and the impact it will have on you and your workers.
Lockout Tagout Procedures: February 5, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
This training session covers the OSHA requirements and procedures to be used in the Lockout/Tagout process to ensure safety and protection during repair and maintenance of equipment.
How to Conduct a Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Assessment: February 6, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
This course is designed to assist you in developing a PPE standard and how to organize your PPE needs. Employers must conduct a hazard assessment before requiring employees to use PPE. The assessment provides information needed to select the appropriate PPE for the hazards at the workplace. Learn how to conduct a hazard assessment in this hands-on class.
Forklift Operator Training: February 9, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
This class is designed for new operators. The instruction will involve classroom and hands-on training. Training will include performing a forklift inspection and use of the department's "new forklift simulator". This training does not meet the requirements to qualify the participant to be a "qualified operator ". Only the employer can provide such certification.
Mine Safety and Health Administration -- Refresher: February 10, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) requires all surface mining (ex: stone crushing, gravel pit, etc.) employees to receive eight-hour annual training. This one-day course will cover generic MSHA training. However,site-specific training will also need to be conducted once you return to your respective job sites.
Ten-Hour Construction Standards: February 12 and 13, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on day one and 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on day two
This one-and-a-half day course gives basic information on several of the OSHA standards for construction (29 CFR 1926). Attendees who complete the course will receive an OSHA 10-hour course completion certificate.
Mine Safety and Health Administration -- Refresher: February 17, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Bangor CareerCenter, 45 Oak Street
The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) requires all surface mining (ex: stone crushing, gravel pit, etc.) employees to receive eight-hour annual training. This one-day course will cover generic MSHA training. However,site-specific training will also need to be conducted once you return to your respective job sites.
Safety Officer Training: February 18, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
This training is designed for the new Safety Officer. Topics covered will include, but are not limited to, OSHA regulations, facility inspections, required training and policies and procedures.
Machine Guarding: February 19, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Participants in this class will learn about the standards for metal and woodworking machines as well as various machine guarding techniques. We will be applying basic guarding practices when specific issues aren't covered in the regulations. OSHA Subpart O will be covered.
Lead Safety Training: February 20, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
This course will provide information on OSHA's Lead Standards for Construction and General Industry covering the symptoms of lead exposure, permissible exposure limits and action levels, workplace exposure assessment and air monitoring, the Written Compliance Program Selection, use of respirators and other PPE and safe work practices. The information obtained in this lead safety program will help your company reduce employee injuries, lower workers compensation premiums and reduce overall risk of OSHA imposed citations.
Practical Approach to NFPA 70E: February 24, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
In this class, you will learn how to protect workers from electrical hazards. NFPA 70E requirements will be discussed in layman's terms.
Driver Awareness Training: February 26, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Bangor CareerCenter, 45 Oak Street
Transportation-related crashes are the leading cause of workplace death in Maine. Driver awareness training can help your organization reduce crashes that cause property damage, injury and death. Learn about Maine motor vehicle laws, defensive driving techniques and resources for tracking traffic safety awareness.
Trenching and Excavation: February 27, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
You will learn the dangers to employees, soil classifications, OSHA requirements and the types of protective systems to prevent cave-ins. You will also learn what is meant by "competent person"
Employers interested in registering can learn more and register at http://www.safetyworksmaine.com and clicking "More Classes" from the homepage. Space is limited so reservations are required.
SafetyWorks! is not OSHA and cannot issue fines or citations to private businesses. While SafetyWorks! helps businesses of any size, priority is given to small businesses. The program trains about 8,000 people and consults at nearly 1,000 worksites in Maine each year. Employers interested in learning more about the consulting and training services offered by SafetyWorks! should call 1-877-SAFE 345 (1-877-723-3345) or visithttp://www.safetyworksmaine.com .
The Bureau of Labor Standards is Maine's regulatory agency overseeing labor and employment law and workplace safety; it provides both consultation and enforcement services. The division promotes and achieves compliance with labor standards to protect and enhance the welfare of Maine's workforce.
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