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| CompostingOperations -Solid Waste |
| (25 Hours) Using the Internet students will be able to obtain the skills and knowledge to work in a variety of composting facilities. The topics include the Physical Science of Composting, Feedstocks, Quality and Classification, Facility Operations, Marketing/End Use, and Regulations. Along with reading assignments from the text the course is enhanced with up-to-date photographs, interactive exercises, and links. |
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| Emergency Response to Terrorism |
| (10 Hours) An act of terrorism can occur anywhere, at any minute, when you would least expect it. No jurisdiction, urban, suburban, or rural, is totally immune. Despite our security consciousness, if terrorists intend to wreak havoc it will be difficult to stop them. This course is designed to provide workers with the knowledge and information on how best to respond to such an attack. |
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| Hazard Communications(HazCom) Standard Right to Know |
| (2 Hours) Using the Internet students will become familiar with OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR 1910.120 that requires employers to develop a written hazard Communication Program and to inform and train employees. This course provides an overview of the standard, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs), collection and retention, proper storage procedures, labeling and placarding systems, employee training, and documentation. |
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| Hazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response - HAZWOPER - InitialOnLine Course Description |
| VIEW Regulation 29 CFR 1910.120 |
| This Internet based course is self-paced, open entry, open exit, waste site worker course that meets all the requirements of 29 CFR 1910.120, OSHA's Hazardous Waste Site worker and Emergency Response Standard. The course consists of an online text, interactive exercises, web links, self-grading quizzes, and final exam. There are two days of face-to-face training to complete the 40-hours for Hazwoper Certification or as a stand-alone course to enhance your skills. Exercises include PPE, pH, CGI, and O2 monitors, over-packing, and decon. Interested? You can sample the course to see if you would like this method of training. Training is also provided in a class setting. |
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| Hazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response - HAZWOPER - Moderate Risk Worker 24-hour OnLine Course |
| VIEW Regulation 29 CFR 1910.120 |
| This Internet based course provides 22-hours of interactive training online and a two hour hands-on lab for those needing Moderate Risk certification. The course consists of an online text, interactive exercises, web links, self-grading quizzes, and final exam. Interested? You can sample the course to see if you would like this method of training. Training is also provided in a class setting. |
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| Hazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response - HAZWOPER - Annual Refresher, 8-hour OnLine Course |
| VIEW Regulation 29 CFR 1910.120 |
| Offered in compliance with OSHA Annual Refresher training requirements. Instructional focus in this one-day update is state-of-the-art regulatory review, standards for generators, hazard communications, site safety considerations, emergency response actions, and waste handling techniques, operations, and planning. Training is also provided online. |
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| Household Hazardous Waste Workers |
| (24 Hours) This Internet assisted class is a 24-hour Moderate Risk course for those in the solid waste field. Eighteen hours of the course is delivered over the Internet and can be taken anytime anywhere. There is online text, interactive exercises, web links, self-grading quizzes, final exam, and job specific hands-on training. the six hours of hands-on training has been designed for those employed at lanfills, recycling centers, and household hazardous waste facilities. |
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| IncidentCommand ONLINE Course |
| CLICK Regulation 29 CFR 1910.120 |
| (8 Hours) The Incident command System is the model tool for command, control, and coordination of a response. This course will provide you with the understanding on how to coordinate the efforts of individual agencies as they work toward the common goal of stabilizing the incident and protecting life, property, and the environment. The course uses principles that have been proven to improve efficiency and effectiveness in both business settings and emergency responses. At the end of the course, you will be requred to complete a final exam to qualify for a certificate of completion. A minimum score of 80% is required to receive your certification. |
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| Introduction to Mass Fatalities - Planning, Response, & Recovery, 10-Hour |
| (10 Hours) This course will provide a basic overview of concepts and terminology used in the planning for an effective response and recovery operation of a mass fatalities incident. Some of the concepts discussed in this course include Essential Emergency Management Issues, hazardous materials Indetification, Primary Sites of mass Fatalities Response Operation, headquarters Staff Processing Center, Disaster Site, Morgue Site, Family Assistance Center, and management of Traumatic Stress. No final exam required. |
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| Landfill Operation - Solid Waste |
| (25 Hours) Using the Internet students will be able to obtain the basic knowledge and skills to be part of a modern landfill operation. The topics include Waste Decomposition, Geology and Hydrology, Landfill Design and Construction, and General Operations and Requirements. Along with reading assignments from the text the course is enhanced with up-to-date photographs, interactive exercises, and links. |
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| Wastewater Treatment I |
| (4 Credit Hours) Using the Internet students will explore the rudiments of wastewater treatment. This introductory course includes instruction in water pollution control, preliminary and primary treatment, fixed film processes, and suspended growth systems. Along with reading assignments from the text, the course is enhanced with up-to-date photographs, interactive exercises, and links. |
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| Wastewater Treatment II |
| (4 Credit Hours) Using the Internet students will focus on issues of concern to wastewater treatment facilities. The topics of this course include activated sludge process control, sludge digestion and solids handling, nitrogen and phosphorous removal, and odor control. Along with reading assignments from the text, the course is enhanced with up-to-date photographs, interactive exercises, and links. |
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| Wastewater Treatment Industrial |
| (4 Credit Hours) Using the Internet students will focus on issues of concern to industrial wastewater treatment facilities. The topics of this course include regulatory requirements; flow measurement; preliminary, physical and chemical treatment; filtration; and treatment of netal streams. Along with reading assignments from the text, the course is enhanced with up-to-date photographs, interactive exercises, and links. |
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| Wastewater Collection Systems |
| (4 Credit Hours) Using the Internet students will gain a working knowledge of wastewater collection systems safety procedure, sewer inspection and testing, pipeline cleaning and maintenance, underground repair, lift stations, equipment maintenance and sewer rehabilitation. Along with readng assignments from the text the course is enhanced with up-to-date photographs, interactive exercises, and links. |
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| Wastewater Analysis |
| (3 Credit Hours) Using the Internet students will be introduced to basic laboratory safety and gravimetric, spectrophotometric electrochemical, titrimetric and microbiological methods. The units inlucde instruction on the laboratory procedures for micorscopic, coliform, BOD5, COD, ammonia, grease and oil, chlorine and solids analysis. Along with reading assignments from the text the course is enhanced with up-to-date photographs, interactive exercises, and links. |
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| WaterAnalysis |
| (3 Credit Hours) Using the Internet students will be introduced to basic laboratory safety and gravimetric, spectrophotometric, electrochemical, titrimetric, and microbiological methods. The units include instruction on the procedures for regulatory sampling and safety, and specific analytical procedures for total residue, fluoride, pH, ammonia, acidity, alkalinity, calcium, chloride, hardness, and coliform analysis. Along with reading assignments from the text the course is enhanced with up-to-date photographs, interactive exercises, and links. |
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| Water Distribution Systems |
| (4 Credit Hours) Using the Internet students will obtain a working knowledge of potable water distribution systems. The topics of this course include water storage facilities, operation and maintenance of water mains, water quality issues, disinfection, and safety. Along with reading assignments from the text the course is enhanced with up-to-date photographs, interactive exercises, and links. |
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| Water Treatment I |
| (4 Credit Hours) Using the Internet students will explore the rudiments of water treatment. The topics of this course include regulatory monitoring, iron and manganese removal, filtration, coagulation, flocculation, fluoridation, and disinfection. Along with reading assignments from the text the course is enhanced with up-to-date photographs, interactive exercises, and links. |
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| Water Treatment II |
| (4 Credit Hours) Using the Internet students will focus on issues of concern to surface water treatment facilities. The topics of this course inlcude reservoir management, taste and order control, corrosion management, softening, demineralization, and trihalomethanes. Instrumentation and sludge handling and disposal issues are also addressed. Along with reading assignments from the text, the course is augmented with audio, photographs, interactive exercises, and online links. |
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| Water/Wastewater - Permits & Administration |
| (1 Credit Hour) Using the Internet, students will find this course very useful in regard to improving their people skills, operations management, safety issues/responsibilities, and permits/certification. |
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| Water/Wastewater - Pumps, Maintenance, & Safety |
| (3 Credit Hours) Using the Internet, students will find this course very useful in regard to improving the many skills that could only be learned through hands-on training. Now these training activities come alive with online interactive exercises. |
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| Worker Safety for Disaster Response |
| (10 Hours) This course is designed to provede workers with the knowledge, information, and basic skills to work safely at a disaste site, a natural event or man-caused incident. Those taking this course will learn how to recognize potential hazards and the need for reporting hazards identified on assisgned job tasks, helping them ot ensure the health and safety for themselves and others. No final exam required. |
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