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Powered Industrial Trucks Outline

Course Description:

This course is designed to provide the safe operation of a powered industrial truck. The course provides an understanding of powered industrial truck applications. Course topics include regulations, inspection, different types of industrial trucks, vehicle components, and safe vehicle operations.

Course Duration: 1-2 Day (8 Hour Days)

Performance Objective:

Upon completion of this module the trainees will have an understanding to OSHA Powered Industrial Truck regulation 1910.178 principles, inspection and safe operation of a powered industrial truck, and ability to safely operate a powered industrial truck.

Course Objectives:

Upon completion of this module the trainee will be able to:

• Understand the requirements of OSHA Powered Industrial Truck regulation 1910.178.

• Understand the different types of industrial trucks

• Demonstrate industrial truck inspection

• Understand the requirements for safe operation of a powered industrial truck

• Demonstrate the ability to safely operate a powered industrial truck

Requirement:

  • Prior to first assigned duty

  • Whenever there is a change in workplace hazards.

  • When an operator has been observed driving the vehicle in an unsafe manner.

  • When an operator has been involved in an accident or near miss.

  • When an operator receives a poor evaluation.

  • Operator is assigned to drive a different type of vehicle.

  • Evaluation of operator performance must occur at least every three years.

Required Equipment:

  • Powered Industrial Truck with area to allow Participants hands on vehicle operation

  • Cones and Caution Tap

  • Powered Industrial Truck Driver Certification Form

Outline:

1. Introduction

a. Distribute the participant worksheet.

2. List objectives of the class

a. Understand the requirements of OSHA Regulation 1910.178.

b. Understand the requirements for safe operation of a powered industrial truck.

c. Demonstrate the ability to safely operate a powered industrial truck.

3. The Importance of Safety.

a. Discussion: Discuss the forklift accident and its causes.

4. Powered Industrial Truck Regulations

5. The Difference Between Forklifts and Automobiles.

6. Types of Powered Industrial Trucks.

a. D Type.

b. E Type.

c. G Type.

d. L Type.

7. Vehicle Selection.

8. Modifications and Additions.

9. Atmosphere Requirements.

10. Carbon Monoxide.

a. Discuss: Are there any areas in your facility were carbon monoxide buildup is a concern?

11. The Stability Triangle.

a. Longitudinal and Lateral Stability.

b. Dynamic Stability.

12. Vehicle Components.

a. Discussion: Discuss the various components on forklifts and their operation.

13. Safe Vehicle Operations.

a. Forklift operator protection.

b. Working around vehicles.

c. Leaving vehicles.

d. Travelling with the vehicle.

e. Loads.

f. Trucks and railroad cars.

g. Travelling with a load.

h. Turning and cornering.

14. Fueling.

15. Battery Charging Facilities.

16. Handling Batteries.

17. Maintenance.

18. Training Requirements

19. Summary

20. Conclusion

a. Quiz

21. Hands on Vehicle Training

a. Participant in hands on vehicle operation.

b. Demonstrated proficiency in each subject or skill.

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Arc Flash - 16 Hour Outline

Course Description:

This sixteen (16) hour course is based on NFPA 70E, students attending this course will gain respect for the power of electricity. Students will learn about personal safety for working on or around electrical systems and equipment, how to use proper materials and procedures for doing electrical work - and potential consequences.

Course Duration: 2 Day (8 Hour Days)

Course Objectives:

Upon completion of this module the trainee will be able to understand:

  • Describe how to identify electrical hazards

  • Define the difference between "qualified" and "unqualified" electrical workers

  • Describe the safe approach distances to exposed electrical conductors

  • Understand the improvements in PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) for

  • electrical safety

  • Describe "Hot Work" rules

  • Define proper work practices in wet or damp locations containing electricity

  • Perform Lockout/Tagout procedures for electrical equipment and systems

  • Describe Safety requirements for electrical installations

  • Understand the damage caused to equipment from poor electrical safety practices

  • Identify damage caused to people from poor electrical safety practices

  • Describe just how much voltage is too much voltage for the human body to handle

  • Define how OSHA Rules apply to your job & workplace

  • Describe what it takes to establish compliance

  • Understand OSHA penalties for noncompliance

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Laser Safety Officer Training Outline

Course Description:

This one-day course presents an overview of duties and responsibilities of a laser safety officer and the safe operating procedures for using lasers in an industrial environment. It will cover basic concepts, industry safety standards, the responsibilities of a laser safety officer, different types of lasers and their hazards, and hazard control measures to follow when duties require you to operate a laser or to be present when a laser is in use in your workplace.

Course Duration: 1 Day (8 Hour Days)

Course Objectives:

Upon completion of this module the trainee will be able to understand:

·         Introduction to Industrial Laser Safety Officer Training

·         Basic Laser Concepts

·         What is a LASER?

·         Laser Radiation

·         Laser Safety

·         Industrial Laser Uses

·         Common Industrial Laser Types

·         Laser Safety Regulations-Vocabulary

·         Laser Safety Regulations-OSHA

·         Laser Safety Regulations-ANSI

·         Laser Safety Regulations-CDRH

·         Laser Safety Regulations-IEC

·         Laser Safety Regulations-NFPA

·         Laser Safety Regulations-Summary

·         Laser Safety Officer

·         LSO Qualifications

·         LSO Responsibilities

·         Laser Safety Program

·         Laser Safety Committee

·         Laser Supervisor Responsibilities

·         Employee Responsibilities

·         Laser Classification

·         Laser Hazard Considerations

·         Laser Hazard Classifications-Verifying Manufacturer Classifications

·         Laser Hazard Classifications-Class 1

·         Laser Hazard Classifications-Class 2

·         Laser Hazard Classifications-Class 3R

·         Laser Hazard Classifications-Class 3B

·         Laser Hazard Classifications-Class 4

·         Embedded Laser Classification

·         Laser Application Environment

·         Laser Application Environment-Indoor

·         Laser Application Environment-Outdoor

·         Application Personnel

·         Section 6-Hazards

·         Laser Injury Statistics

·         Beam Hazards

·         Beam Hazards-Eye

·         Symptoms of Eye Exposure

·         Beam Hazards-Skin

·         Beam Hazards Summary-Skin and Eye

·         Non-Beam Hazards

·         Electrical Hazard

·         Fire Hazard

·         Guidelines to Reduce Electrical and Fire Hazards

·         Collateral and Plasma Radiation

·         Guidelines to Reduce Collateral and Plasma Radiation

·         Laser-Generated Airborne Contaminants

·         Compressed Gas

·         Laser Dyes and Solvents

·         Guidelines to Reduce Chemical Agents

·         Human Factors

·         Hazard Control Measures

·         Engineering Controls

·         Protective Housings

·         Interlocks

·         Protective Filters

·         Key Controls

·         Warning Systems

·         Beam Pathways

·         Personal Protective Equipment

·         Protective Eyewear

·         Protective Clothing

·         Barriers and Protective Curtains

·         Administrative Controls

·         Standard Operating Procedures

·         Education and Training

·         Controlled Access

·         Warning Signs

·         Special Controls

·         Special Considerations-Laser Disposal

 

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