USI offers OSHA 10-Hour General Industry Training program

USI's Center for Continuing and Professional Education will offer an OSHA 10-Hour General Industry Training program from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Tuesday, November 5 and Wednesday November 6. The two-day program will be held at Innovation Pointe located at 318 Main Street in downtown Evansville. 

Instructed by Diane Edwards, president of Compliance Training Services, Inc., the program provides training for entry-level workers and employers on the recognition, avoidance, abatement, and prevention of safety and health hazards in the workplace. Information regarding workers' rights, employer responsibilities, and how to file a complaint will also be covered. Through this training, OHSA helps to ensure that workers are more knowledgeable about workplace hazards and their rights. 

Course topics will include emergency action, machine guarding, introduction to OSHA, blood borne pathogens, walking working surfaces, hazardous communication, safety and health programs, personal protective equipment, and flammable and combustible liquids. 

Upon program completion, participants will receive a certificate and an OSHA 10-Hour General Industry card from the OSHA Training Institute. 

Registration is $199 and includes materials, parking, refreshments, and lunch. 

For more information, or to register, contact the Division of Outreach and Engagement at 812/464-1989 or 800/467-8600. Registrations can also be completed online at /extserv/ssl/regform.asp with course number SFT601.