Training Programs Offered by EH&S
The University of North Carolina Wilmington's goal is to create, maintain and enhance a safe and healthy environment for all individuals associated with the institution.
EH&S offers a variety of training programs to ensure compliance with all applicable environmental health and safety regulations and to minimize injuries, and therefore, risks. Individual campus departments are responsible for defining which positions within their units require training and ensuring that employees attend specified training and observe established procedures. EH&S offers training in several formats, including online and video streaming, which provides employees with increased scheduling flexibility and more opportunities for professional development
EH&S Online Training (Vivid Learning)
UNCW’s online safety training provider offers an extensive catalog of courses and include modules in general safety and specific areas of laboratory and research safety. Some of the courses specific to laboratory and research settings include:
- University Laboratory Safety
- Autoclave Safety
- Biosafety Cabinets
- Field Research Safety
- Fume Hood Safety
- Laboratory Compressed Gas Safety
- Laser Safety
- Liquid Nitrogen Safety
- Recombinant DNA
- Risk Assessment
Faculty, staff and student employee access to Vivid Learning training is available through MySeaport using your UNCW login. In addition to assigned courses, click the “Enroll in New Course” button to browse the listing of other available material.
Faculty/Staff:
- Click the My Seaport https://myseaport.uncw.edu at the top of the home page
- Click on the Employee Essentials tab,
- Click on Training Resources in the drop down menu
- Click on Environmental Health & Safety under Target Training Sites in the first column on the left UNCW EH&S Vivid Learning Access
If you do not have access, please send an email to David Todd (toddd@uncw.edu) and ask to be added to the system. Be sure to include your 850# and start date!
Students:
- Click the MySeaport https://myseaportuncw.edu tab at the top of the home page
- Click on the Students tab. Scroll down.
- Click on Environmental Health & Safety Training - Vivid under Student Resources on the lower right side of the screen.
In Person Training
To register for any of these training classes, contact: 910.962.3057
Aerial Lift Training (OSHA 29 CFR 1910.67 and 1910.68)
This training is designed to help employees understand the main hazards of aerial lifts, general safety principles for all kinds of aerial lifts and special rules for using the aerial lifts. Training will include scissor lifts, lift trucks, towable lifts, main lifts and other aerial lifts that shall only be used by trained authorized operators. Training includes classroom time and a practiced skills evaluation.
Date/Time: Upon Request
Facilitators: David Todd - EH&S
Location: EH&S Training Room
Classes available for five or more participants upon request.
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Back Injury Prevention:
Back injuries and slips, trips and falls cost UNCW more than any other type of accident. This training consists of two American Red Cross courses that cover the following. Back injury prevention covers the causes of back pain and learn how posture, stretching and safe lifting skills can reduce the risk of injury.
Date/Time: (One Hour Class) Upon request
Cost: $5.00 (or less for larger groups)
Facilitators: David Todd - EH&S
Classes can be conducted at your departmental staff meeting upon request
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Bloodborne Pathogens - Preventing Disease Transmission:
(OSHA 29 CFR 1910.130)
The initial class is designed to inform and protect workers at risk of occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens such as HIV, Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C virus. Cases of occupational transmission are low and preventable. Annual refresher training required.
Date/Time: Upon Request
Cost: $10.00
Facilitators: TBD
Location: Hoggard Room 125
Classes available for four (4) or more participants upon request.
NOTE: Annual refresher training for personnel who have taken the initial training will be scheduled through your department. There is no charge for attending a refresher class.
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Confined Space: (OSHA 29 CFR 1910.146)
Entry into certain types of confined spaces, such as manholes, trenches and pipe chases, may pose significant risk to workers. An inventory of such spaces has been created and employees who may need to enter these spaces should be trained in the practices and personal protective equipment required. Training must be provided prior to entry into a confined space and repeated whenever there are changes in the hazards. Employees should also be aware that hired contractors who work in confined spaces be made aware of associated hazards.
Offered: Upon Request
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Departmental Specific Training:
Residence Coordinator / Residence Assistant Training
Student Leadership Center Training
University Union Building Manager Training
University Police Training
Science Department Graduate Student Training
Custom planned and scheduled training to meet the specific needs of departments on campus. This can include any of the above-mentioned courses along with basics of emergency procedures, accident investigation and reporting, suspicious package handling and recognition and DOT shipping. Please call for customization.
Offered: Upon request
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Ergonomics:
American Red Cross course that teaches employees the basics of body mechanics and the prevention of musculoskeletal injuries caused by work conditions that have repetitive tasks or awkward positions.
Offered: Upon request
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Fire Extinguisher: (OSHA 29 CFR 1910.178)
This session focuses on the various types of extinguishers used on campus and the pros and cons of each type. Proper operation of extinguishers and the types of fires they are best suited for will be discussed and demonstrated.
Offered: Upon Request
Facilitator: TBD
Location: EH&S Training Room, EH&S Bldg
Classes can be conducted at your departmental staff meeting upon request.
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Forklift / Industrial Low-Lift Trucks: (OSHA 29 CFR 1910.178)
FOR UNCW EMPLOYEES ONLY
This training is designed to help UNCW employees understand the main hazards of industrial trucks, general safety principles for all kinds of hand trucks and special rules for using two-wheeled hand trucks, four-wheeled hand trucks, pallet movers and powered hand trucks. Powered industrial trucks to include forklifts, platform lift trucks and other specialized industrial trucks powered by internal combustion engines may only be used by trained authorized operators. Training includes classroom time and a practiced skills evaluation. Three year certification issued.
Date/Time: Upon Request
Cost: $15.00
Facilitators: EH&S Staff
Location: EH&S Training Room, EH&S Bldg
Classes available for four (4) or more participants upon request.
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Formaldehyde: (OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1048)
Required training for anyone who works in a lab that utilizes formaldehyde. Class covers the OSHA standard including, signage, handling, ventilation, PPE, and disposal. Taught in conjunction with the Lab Safety class.
Students are encouraged to attend.
Date/Time: Upon Request
Facilitators: Deb Tew - EH&S
Location: Hoggard Room 125
Classes available for four (4) or more participants upon request
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Hazard Communication (HazCom) (OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200)
Provides employees with effective information and training on hazardous chemicals in their work area at the time of initial assignment and whenever a new physical or health hazard, the employees have not been previously trained on, is introduced into their work area. Training will enable employees to obtain the necessary information off of a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS).
Date/Time: Upon Request
Facilitators: Deb Tew, EH&S
Location: Hoggard Room 125
Classes can be conducted at your departmental staff meeting upon request
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Hearing Conservation:
OSHA required training for workers that are required to wear hearing protection as part of their job. Includes health effects of exposure to high sound levels and protection strategies. 1 hour, no charge, but required annual audiometric testing.
Offered: Upon request
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Lab Safety (OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1450)
Covers policies and practical information for all employees and students engaged in the laboratory use of hazardous materials including Radiation Awareness. Training topics include descriptions of chemical and other hazards in the workplace, basic toxicology, exposure prevention and detection and laboratory waste disposal. Required training is provided to faculty, staff, teaching assistants, and laboratory technicians. Taught in conjunction with the Formaldehyde class.
Students are encouraged to attend.
Date/Time: Upon Request
Facilitators: Deb Tew - EH&S
Location: Hoggard 125
Classes available for four (4) or more participants upon request
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Laboratory Safety Awareness:
This training addresses basic laboratory safety concepts for those who enter laboratories to perform maintenance, housekeeping and other support functions. This class describes warning signs, emergency procedures and general awareness principles.
Date/Time: Upon Request
Facilitators: Deb Tew - EH&S
Location: Hoggard 125
Classes available for four (4) or more participants upon request
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Laboratory Workers Radiation Safety:
NC Radiation Protection Agency required training for faculty and/or staff who utilizes radioactive materials, radiation or X-rays in their work. The 4-hour course covers basic awareness through "occupational radiation worker" levels. Course content includes signage, radiation basics, health physics practices, disposal, exposure monitoring, etc. This training is required for anyone who will work with radioactive materials or X-rays unless formally waived by UNCW Environmental Health & Safety Department.
Date/Time: Upon Request
Facilitators: TBD
Location: Hoggard 125
Classes available for four (4) or more participants upon request
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Radiation Safety Awareness(15A NCAC 11)
NC Radiation Protection Agency required training for anyone working in university laboratories where radioactive materials, radiation or X-Rays are being used. The 2 hour course content includes signage, basic health physics principals, radiation risks, exposure limits, etc. This training is required for anyone who will work with radioactive materials or X-ray use areas unless formally waived by UNCW Environmental Health & Safety Department.
Date/Time: Upon Request - 2 Hour Class
Facilitators: TBD
Location: Hoggard 125
Classes are available for four or more participants upon request
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OSHA 10-Hour Occupational Safety & Health Course - General Industry
The 10-Hour course was designed by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) as an overview to health and safety topics in the workplace. This course includes core classes on general safety and electives that are chosen to address hazards specific to the participants' work areas. Upon completion, participants earn a certification card issued by the North Carolina Department of Labor. The course is usually taught in 2-hour blocks over a period of 5 weeks.
Date/Time: On demand for six (6) or more participants
Facilitators: Deb Tew - EH&S and other EH&S Staff
Location: Hoggard 125
Cost: FREE - BARGAIN!!!!!
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These classes are designed to help faculty and staff recognize, prevent and react to emergencies and make sure that departments have adequate plans in place in the event of an emergency. Topics will include the full active shooter training, as well as preparations and departmental and university planning for hurricanes, fires, tornados, medical emergencies, gas leaks and more. The sessions also will include training on the use of the new siren alert system.
Date/Time: Upon Request
Facilitators: TBD
Location: Hoggard 125
Classes available for four (4) or more participants upon request
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Respiratory Protection: (OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134)
In certain situations employees may need to wear respiratory protection to perform their jobs safely. No employee may wear an air purifying respirator prior to enrollment in the program. This is the training component of the program, which also includes selection and fit testing of an appropriate respirator and an annual qualifying medical exam. If you have a respirator, bring it to class.
Date/Time: Upon Request
Cost: FREE
Facilitators: Deb Tew, EH&S
Classes available for four (4) or more participants upon request
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Come learn about an ocean hazard more deadly than sharks! Rip currents claim many lives each year. In this training you will learn what a rip current is, how to identify one, how rip currents are forecasted, and what to do if you find yourself caught in one. This is particularly valuable training for people new to the area who plan on becoming frequent beach goers, or for people who are interested in getting involved with rip current education programs.
Date/Time: Upon Request
Facilitators: TBD
Location: Hoggard 125
Classes available for four or more participants upon request
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Severe Weather Awareness (Storm Spotter)
Become a certified National Weather Service Storm Spotter. The most important resource the National Weather Service has is citizens who can recognize threatening weather and relay the information. This training will teach you how to recognize severe weather such as tornados, thunderstorms, flooding, lightning, hail, and microbursts; know what weather phenomena needs to be reported; and how to relay the information to the National Weather Service. By taking this training you will also enhance UNCW's status as a StormReady university.
Date/Time: Upon Request
Facilitators: TBD - EH&S and National Weather Service
Location: Hoggard 125
Classes available for four or more participants upon request
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Slip / Trip / Fall:
Slips, trips and falls are some of the most common causes of injury at UNCW. This training consists of two American Red Cross courses that covers the following. Slips, trips and falls, include the cause of accidents and their remedies including practical advice on shoe selection, ladder safety and injury prevention programs.
Date/Time: Upon Request - One Hour Class
Cost: $5.00 (or less for larger groups)
Facilitators: David Todd - EH&S
Location: Hoggard 125
Classes can be conducted at your departmental staff meeting upon request
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Do you handle mail and packages for your department on a regular basis? If so, this essential training will help you know how to identify suspicious packages, understand threats, protect yourself, and understand emergency procedures for suspicious packages on campus.
Date/Time: Upon Request
Facilitators: EH&S
Location: Hoggard 125
Classes available for four (4) or more participants upon request.
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