Introduction 

Risk Management provides training on a number of topics to the University community.  Training for Environmental, Safety & Health issues is designed to address potential hazards that employees are likely to encounter when performing their duties, as well as describing applicable rules and procedures.  The effectiveness of an employee Environmental, Safety & Health program is measured by safe and competent job performance, and compliance with applicable regulations.

Employee training is available in several formats, including formal classroom training, online training, and on the job training provided by supervisiors.

Classroom Training

Classroom training sessions are generally presented by Risk Management or outside providers; and may include videos, presentations, and hands-on exercises.

Online Training

Some training presentations are available in a computer-based format. The training involves viewing a PowerPoint presentation, followed by the completion of a brief quiz.

NOTE: Risk Management is in the process of switching online training over to Blackboard.  The link below will now take you to the Blackboard log in page.  All ES&H courses that are currently available can be found in the Risk Management "organization" within Blackboard. 

Training Videos

Risk Management maintains a fairly extensive library of safety training videos for use by the University Community.  In addition, some of the training sessions presented by Risk Management have been filmed and are available online.  Contact Risk Management for more information about available videos.

Training Certificates

Training certificates for most ES&H courses will no longer be issued.  Risk Management will still maintain records of completed training.  If you need proof of training completion for online courses, print the final screen showing the grade your received.  For classroom training, request a copy of the Training Acknowledgement Form for your training session from Risk Management.

Training Acknowledgement Form

Supervisors or ADSOs who conduct training need to create proper documentation.  To properly document such department provided training sessions, record training attendance using the Training Acknowledgement Form or similar.  The form should be maintained in the department's records, and a copy provided to Risk Management.

Applicable Training Determination

It is the responsibility of the supervisor to analyze each position description in his/her area of responsibility and identify applicable training requirements. The analysis should consider all of potential hazards of the job, and which training may be applicable as a result.  Please contact Risk Management for assistance in determining what training is required for each position and/or task within your area of responsibility.