Here is the schedule of free SafetyWorks classes for May at the Maine Department of Labor Rockland CareerCenter.

. To register, or to see the website, go tohttp://www.safetyworksmaine.gov/training/scheduled_classes/register.shtml for more information.

OTIEC - Keene OSHA NCOS 502 N5C - Update for Construction Trainers --

This Update for Construction Outreach Trainers course runs from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on day one and day two. On the third day, the class will run from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. For more information and to register for courses coded OTIEC-Keene, please call 1 800-449-6742 or email oshaed@keene.edu.

3 days

May 1, 2, 3, 2018

8:30 AM-
4:30 PM

Augusta

Wage and Hour Compliance Assistance --

This course is designed for human resource or benefits professionals, accountants, business owners, managers, or payroll supervisors. Labor laws can be complex. This seminar covers wage and hour laws, including minimum wage, overtime, youth employment, severance pay, equal pay, leave requirements (family medical leave, family sick leave, and domestic violence), and break requirements. Addresses commonly asked labor related questions. Class runs from 9 a.m.–noon.

1/2 day

May 3, 2018

9:00 AM-
12:00 PM

Lewiston

Trenching and Excavation --

You will learn the dangers to employees, soil classifications, OSHA requirements, and the types of protective systems to prevent cave-ins. You will also learn what is meant by "competent person." Class runs 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

1/2 day

May 4, 2018

8:30 AM-
12:30 PM

Springvale

Hazard Communication, Global Harmonization and Chemical Substitution --

Hazard Communication (HazCom) is one of the top-three, most frequently cited OSHA standards. It was updated in 2012 to reflect the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS). Manufacturers must now evaluate the hazards of the chemicals they produce (old and new), classify them, and communicate them in accordance with specific criteria set by OSHA. Employers must train employees on GHS and on any new hazards identified based on manufacturer reevaluation of existing chemicals. Half of this class covers HazCom/GHS and the other half focuses on chemical elimination/substitution. This is the first step in addressing chemical hazards. Eliminating a hazardous chemical or substituting it with something less hazardous not only reduces employee health and safety risks, but can improve your company's bottom line. Class runs from 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

1/2 day

May 7, 2018

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Presque Isle

Confined Space Entry Construction --

A confined space has limited or restrictive openings for going in and out and is not meant for continuous use by workers. OSHA uses the term "permit-required confined space" (permit-space) to describe a confined space in which workers are exposed to serious hazards. Employers must find out if confined spaces are permit-required. Attendees will learn how to evaluate confined spaces, monitor them during use, and set up rescue procedures. Class runs 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

1/2 day

May 8, 2018

8:30 AM-
12:30 PM

Augusta

Wage and Hour Compliance Assistance --

This course is designed for human resource or benefits professionals, accountants, business owners, managers, or payroll supervisors. Labor laws can be complex. This seminar covers wage and hour laws, including minimum wage, overtime, youth employment, severance pay, equal pay, leave requirements (family medical leave, family sick leave, and domestic violence), and break requirements. Addresses commonly asked labor related questions. Class runs from 9 a.m.–noon.

1/2 day

May 8, 2018

9:00 AM-
12:00 PM

South Portland

Mine Safety and Health Administration: Refresher --

The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) requires all surface mining (i.e., stone crushing, gravel pit, etc.) employees to receive eight-hour annual training. This one-day course will cover generic MSHA training. However, site-specific training will also need to be conducted once you return to your respective job sites. Class runs 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

1 day

May 10, 2018

8:00 AM-
5:00 PM

Augusta

OSHA Recordkeeping --

This class provides thorough and comprehensive six-hour training for both new and experienced safety and human resources personnel. You will learn the OSHA rule (29 CFR 1904) regarding recording and reporting work-related injuries and illnesses as it applies to your organization. This class includes several hands-on activities on how to correctly fill out the required injury reporting forms. Class runs from 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

1 day

May 11, 2018

8:30 AM-
3:30 PM

Augusta

Safety Officer --

This training is designed for the new safety officer. Topics covered will include, but are not limited to, OSHA regulations, facility inspections,required training, policies, and procedures. Class runs 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

1/2 day

May 14, 2018

8:30 AM-
12:30 PM

Presque Isle

Mine Safety and Health Administration: New Miner --

This course covers eight hours of classroom training under Part 46 training requirements per the Mine Safety and Health Administration for all new miners. This is only a portion of the new miner training requirements; the balance of the training must be completed by the employer. Class runs 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

1 day

May 15, 2018

8:00 AM-
5:00 PM

Augusta

Public Sector Compliance Assistance --

This assistance program is for state, county, municipal, and quasi-municipal employers, managers, and employees. The program is an overview of public-sector employer responsibilities including injury/fatality reporting, written programs, training, equipment/facility inspections, and recordkeeping. In addition, this class covers SafetyWorks! assistance including training and no-cost safety and health consultation programs to proactively help employers before an accident or incident occurs. Class runs from 8:30–10:30 a.m.

2 Hours

May 18, 2018

8:30 AM-
10:30 AM

Presque Isle

Forklift Operator Safety --

This class is designed for new operators. The instruction will involve classroom and hands-on training. Training will include performing a forklift inspection and use of the department's forklift simulator. This training does not meet the requirements to qualify the participants to be a "qualified operator". Only the employer can provide such certification. Class runs 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

1 day

May 21, 2018

8:30 AM-
4:30 PM

Augusta

Van Safety --

This class emphasizes the issues and concerns related to passenger-van operation and appropriate defensive-driving techniques to reduce the potential for property damage, injury, or death. You will also learn about motor vehicle laws and resources for teaching traffic safety awareness. Class runs 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

1/2 day

May 22, 2018

8:30 AM-
12:30 PM

Augusta

Wage and Hour Compliance Assistance --

This course is designed for human resource or benefits professionals, accountants, business owners, managers, or payroll supervisors. Labor laws can be complex. This seminar covers wage and hour laws, including minimum wage, overtime, youth employment, severance pay, equal pay, leave requirements (family medical leave, family sick leave, and domestic violence), and break requirements. Addresses commonly asked labor related questions. Class runs from 9 a.m.–noon.

1/2 day

May 22, 2018

9:00 AM-
12:00 PM

Springvale

Practical Approach to NFPA 70E --

In this class you will learn how to protect workers from electrical hazards. NFPA 70E requirements will be discussed in layman's terms. Class runs 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

1/2 day

May 23, 2018

8:30 AM-
12:30 PM

Augusta

OSHA Recordkeeping --

This class provides thorough and comprehensive six-hour training for both new and experienced safety and human resources personnel. You will learn the OSHA rule (29 CFR 1904) regarding recording and reporting work-related injuries and illnesses as it applies to your organization. This class includes several hands-on activities on how to correctly fill out the required injury reporting forms. Class runs from 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

1 day

May 23, 2018

8:30 AM-
3:30 PM

Bangor

A Practical Approach to NFPA 70E --

In this class, you will learn how to protect workers from electrical hazards. NFPA 70E requirements will be discussed in layman's terms. Class runs 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

1/2 day

May 23, 2018

8:30 AM-
12:30 PM

Augusta

10-Hour Construction Standards --

This 1 1/2-day course offers basic information on several of the OSHA standards for construction (29 CFR 1926). Attendees who complete the course will receive an OSHA 10-hour course completion certificate. Class runs from 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. on day one and 8:30 a.m.–1 p.m. on day two.

1 1/2 days

May 24, 25, 2018

8:30 AM-
4:30 PM

Springvale

Minors in the Workforce: --

This Course is designed for employers who are interested in adding minors to their workforce. This seminar covers the basics, such as: How to apply for a work permit, how many hours can a minor work to hazards in the work place.

3 hours

May 24, 2018

9:00 AM-
12:00 PM

Augusta

Wage and Hour Compliance Assistance --

This course is designed for human resource or benefits professionals, accountants, business owners, managers, or payroll supervisors. Labor laws can be complex. This seminar covers wage and hour laws, including minimum wage, overtime, youth employment, severance pay, equal pay, leave requirements (family medical leave, family sick leave, and domestic violence), and break requirements. Addresses commonly asked labor related questions. Class runs from 9 a.m.–noon.

1/2 day

May 29, 2018

9:00 AM-
12:00 PM

Augusta

Impairment Detection Training for Employers --

This course is designed for human resource or benefits professionals, accountants, business owners, managers, or payroll supervisors. Labor laws can be complex. This seminar covers wage and hour laws, including minimum wage, overtime, youth employment, severance pay, equal pay, leave requirements (family medical leave, family sick leave, and domestic violence), and break requirements. Addresses commonly asked labor related questions. Class runs from 9 a.m.–noon.

1 day

May 31, 2018

8:30 AM-
3:30 PM

Bangor