CLEVELAND, August 16 — Space remains for BLET members interested in attending the National Labor College’s Rail Workers Hazardous Materials Training Programs at the George Meany Campus in Silver Spring, Md., on the following dates:
September 17-22, 2006
October 1-6, 2006
The programs cover hazardous materials transportation, chemical emergency response training and other safety and security topics.
The training, eligible for three academic credits from the National Labor College, addresses OSHA and DOT required procedures and different levels of response and worker protection in a hazardous materials emergency or release, weapons of mass destruction awareness, the incident command system, as well as components required to complete OSHA 10-Hour Outreach Training. Training includes advanced classroom instruction, small group activities, intensive hands-on drills and a simulated hazmat response in full safety gear.
The BLET Education & Training Department encourages all BLET members to consider taking advantage of these educational opportunities. Even those who have completed hazmat workshops in the past will benefit from new programming that is being offered this year.
The Rail Workers Hazardous Materials Training Program is funded to provide this training by various sources, including the North American Railway Foundation (NARF) and a federal grant from the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS). This funding will provide transportation, lodging, and meals for training participants. In addition, participants who are unable to secure regular pay through the railroad to attend training are eligible for a stipend of $550.00.
Interested members can register by phone (301-439-2440), fax (301-628-0165), or online at http://www.hazmatgmc.org.
For your convenience, a registration form is available here asa PDF on the BLET website.
Space is limited to approximately 25 for each program.