Description

This 6-hour workshop identifies safety concerns as they pertain to both construction and maintenance shop activities. The following topics are covered during the workshop.

  • Introduction of OSHA
  • Hazard Awareness & Identification
  • Personal Protective Equipment
  • Global Harmonization System
  • Tool Safety Awareness
  • Walking & Working Surfaces/Scaffolding
  • Fall Protection
  • Heavy Equipment Operation
  • Tire Safety
  • Confined Space
  • Excavation

Who Should Attend

People working in and along the roadway or in a transportation facility are encouraged to attend. This may include:

  • Road, highway, and public works supervisors.
  • Shop personnel and foremen.
  • Managers supervising these personnel.

Instructor

Scott Alquist is a 32 year safety professional specializing in construction safety, general industry safety and hazardous materials. Scott has completed the National Highway Institute “Train the Trainer” program and is an Occupational Safety and Health (OSHA) authorized instructor. Currently, he is the Program Manager for Truckee Meadows Community College's Safety Center.

Registration

To register (once an in-person session is available), complete the form below. Be sure to review NVLTAP's classroom COVID-19 requirements. The registration fee is $30 and is payable by check or credit card.

For check payment, send a check with a copy of your Registration confirmation email to Applied Pavement Technology, Inc., Airport Plaza Office Building, 1755 E. Plumb Lane, Suite 264, Reno, Nevada 89502, Attn: Tracey Smith. All major types of credit cards are accepted—instructions for payment will be provided in your confirmation email.

Cancellations must be made one week prior to the workshop to receive a 50% refund.  Substitutions are accepted.  No shows will forfeit their registration fee. For questions, please call 775-420-4811 or email tsmith@appliedpavement.com.