Course Details
Course Details
Course ID
4108
Course Name
Grounds & Landscaping Safety - Chain Saws/ROPS/Heat & Cold Stress
Contact Hours
1.5
Approved Industry
Drinking Water and Wastewater
Partner Name
Murray Insurance
Primary Contact
Katelyn Montgomery
kmontgomery@murrayins.com
717 358 2782 Ext.
Website
Description
The purpoe of this course is to provide attendees with the information necessary to prevent injuries and illnesses associated with chain saws (escape route / kickback / PPE), Rollover Protection Systems (ROPS), and heat and cold stress.
Course Level
Basic thru Intermediate
Course Content
> Introduction & Objectives
* escape route / kickback (causation & prevention) / PPE
* review of NIOSH fatality investigation and PSU document reviewing the requirements for ROPS
* review of OSHA Heat Stress card and information
* review of OSHA Cold Stress card
> Summary
> Quiz
Target Audience
This course applies to all water and wastewater operators that may be exposed to hazards associated with chain saws, heat and cold stress, as well as those that use tractors, mowers, and other equipment where rollovers are a concern.
Training Format
Classroom