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  Golf Cart Safety
This course is required for all FIU employees and contract employees who operate golf carts. The course covers all policy conditions, the safe operation of golf carts, and the responsibilities of the driver. Participants who complete the class are issued a permit to operate golf carts on University premises. Class Length: 2 ½ hours Minimum Class Size: 10 participants


  First Aid / CPR Certification
Standard First Aid is an American Red Cross approved course. It teaches participants how to care for wounds, sudden illnesses, poisoning, burns, broken bones, sprains and strains, heat and cold emergencies and animal bites and stings


  Fall Protection
This training includes an overview of conditions that may require fall protection and the protection options available. * What type of work requires fall protection? * At what height is fall protection required?


  Ladder Safety
This training includes an overview of Do's and Dont's for ladder use . It also provides protective measures that may be used while working with a ladder. Ladder Safety Training covers topics related to working safely on ladders. The training will cover: * Portable ladders * Fixed ladders * Ladder maintenance * Ladder selection * Ladder placement * Ladder care and use


  Accident Investigation
This Online Training course illustrates how a single incident could have multiple causes precluding the common "root cause" idea. The course emphasizes the concept that what we see depends on our viewpoint and past experiences, therefore, it becomes essential to explore all accident causes when conducting an investigation. • Gathering information • Preparation • Interviewing witnesses • Checking records • Determining causes • Completing the investigation • Real-Life Situation


  Defensive Driving
This training course is designed to help workers safely engage in one of the most surprisingly dangerous activities they face on the job – driving. Motor vehicle accidents are the single largest cause of accidental deaths overall, and they are the leading cause of fatalities on the job in our country. Every driver can benefit from the practical safety techniques taught here — even seasoned motorists who may discover that some of their driving habits are not as harmless as they thought. • Analyzing driving attitude • Common distractions • Drinking and driving • Driving under other influences • Safety belts and other protective equipment • Maintaining safety • Defensive driving techniques • Hazardous conditions • Real-Life Situation


  Walking & Working Surfaces
Fall injuries are the second-leading cause of death in the workplace, and 250,000 people are injured on the job every year from slips, trips and falls. This Online Training course is designed specifically to help workers avoid this danger by taking an in-depth look at how to make workplace walking and working surfaces injury-proof. • Traction and balance • Wet surfaces • Weather hazards • Common dangers • Safety on ramps • Safety on scaffolds • Safety on elevating platforms • Real-Life Situation


  Fire Safety
This course covers the FIU Facility Fire and Other Emergency Evacuation Policy; Building Evacuation Procedures; Information on Fire Extinguishers (types and use); Use of the Evacu-Trac emergency evacuation device and general safety and fire prevention information.


  Heat Stress - Don't Lose Your Cool
Cramps, exhaustion and stroke all can plague an employee working in hot weather or in a hot environment. This video program focuses on preventing illnesses and minimizing safety hazards. Complies with NIOSH & OSHA recommendations. •Hazards of hot environments •First aid

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