We take a no-nonsense approach to hrealth and safety training. CSERT personnel possess the practical experience, extensive training skills, and educational background to provide solid work-related programs that fit your needs and gives you the opportunity to say “Our personnel are well trained in…”, rather than just “We did the training”.
Whether you need a refresher for a small group of employees or a specific course for supervisors or managers, CSERT can help you.
Recent training programs CSERT has conducted include:
- Incident Command/NIMS training for a Petro-Chemical facility
- 24 hour HAZWOPER program for state environmental responders
- 40 hour HAZWOPER program for local construction company
- First Aid/CPR refresher for national oil spill response organization
- Confined Space Refresher for manufacturing facility and local county public service department
- Person-in-charge/Qualified Individual training for ferry service
- Facility Security Officer training for refinery personnel
- Hazardous Waste (RCRA) training for two manufacturing facilities
- DOT training for a shipping company
- Respiratory training and fit testing for an environmental contractor
- Forklift training for a manufacturing facility
- Oil spill training for a refinery response team
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ACCIDENT-INCIDENT INVESTIGATION
8 to 16 Hour Course
This program can be presented in a one or two day format. The one day program
outlines the role of accident-incident investigations in workplace safety programs
and accident prevention. Participants explore the “who, what, where, why, and how”
of the investigation process along with the steps involved in the process. Cause
analysis and follow-up actions are discussed. The two-day program provides a more
in-depth inquiry into the investigation process of accidents-incidents, program
procedures, securing the scene, conducting an investigation, interviewing witnesses,
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BLOODBORNE PATHOGENS PROGRAM
2-Hour & 4-Hour Courses
The course covers compliance with OSHA requirements under 1910.1030, OSHA's Bloodborne
Pathogens standard for medical personnel, first responders, police, fire, emergency
medical, public works personnel, and any employee who could come in contact with blood
or bodily fluids or could provide first aid on the job. Topics include defining bloodborne
pathogens, prevention and personal protection, general precautions, protective equipment,
immunization, and exposure control. Back to List>>
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CONFINED SPACE ENTRY
4-Hour & 8-Hour Courses
This program outlines the requirements of OSHA's Confined Space Standard (1910.146), and
reviews the standard, hazard recognition, safe entry, permit systems and procedures, monitoring,
communications, and attendant and authorized entrant duties and responsibilities. The program
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CONFINED SPACE RESCUE
16-Hour Course
This course is for personnel involved in developing rescue plans for confined space entry, and
provides a general review of OSHA's 1910.146 standard. The course includes interactive training in
the system and procedures associated with rescue in confined spaces. Hands-on activities familiarize
participants with rescue equipment, the proper use of the equipment, procedures for confined space
entry, call for help response procedures, methods of rescue, and when to call for assistance. Back to List>>
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DOT AWARENESS TRAINING
4-Hour Course
Designed to meet the requirements of HM 126F, this course is taught as a HazMat awareness and
transportation safety course. The course meets the requirements of HM 126F to provide general
awareness, familiarization and specific training. Back to List>>
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EFFECTIVE SAFETY AND HEALTH PROGRAMS
16-Hour Course
This course if for those responsible for building and enhancing their organization's program,
and is designed to provide participants with the information necessary to build a program or to
enhance an existing program in safety and health. The course takes a common sense look at the
elements that can lead to an effective program and provides a forum for discussing and exploring
possible solutions to specific workplace or program issues. Examples of programs are introduced,
reviewed, and critiqued by participants. Participants should leave this course with a framework
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ELECTRICAL SAFETY IN THE WORKPLACE
4 to 8 Hours
This course was developed utilizing OSHA’s Electrical Safety Standards and NFPA 70E to create a
totally comprehensive overview of electrical safety in the workplace, and takes a common sense look
at electrical safety including basic electrical terminology, PPE that can be utilized to reduce the
risk of shock, and steps workers can take to reduce their chances of electrocution. Also included
are several case studies of events that resulted in death or injury due to electrocution, and the
steps that could have been taken to prevent them. Back to List>>
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EMERGENCY FIRST CARE
8-Hour Course & 3-Hour Refresher read more>> This course covers Basic Life Support, CPR, and bloodborne pathogens, and focuses on actions to
provide "life support" for victims of sudden injury or illness. Everyone would like to know what to
do if a companion or fellow worker is injured or becomes ill. The course provides the information and
hands-on practice, and meets or exceeds OSHA, FAA, USGC, and other standards. Back to List>>
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EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
24-Hour Course
For those responsible for emergency planning, response or mitigation, this program (which can be
divided into 8-hour modules) affords participants a basic and necessary understanding of the emergency
management process. The course explores emergency management from the federal, state, local and private
sector viewpoints, legal and social issues, the process of emergency planning, hazard analysis, plan
development, drills and exercise programs, training and emergency preparedness/management goals and
objectives are some of the topics discussed. Whether you are charged with developing a new plan or
updating your existing plan, this course walks participants through the emergency planning process and
the steps necessary to build an effective workplace emergency plan. Back to List>>
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ERGONOMICS: An Introduction
2.5-Hour Course read more>>
Sprains and strains are a leading cause of workplace injury. Many of these injuries are preventable and part of a class of injuries known as “musculoskeletal disorders” or MSDs, referring to a group of injuries or illnesses affecting the musculoskeletal system. This course will review the definition of ergonomics, MSD risk factors, various MSDs and their symptoms, and steps that can be taken to minimize or eliminate MSDs. Back to List>>
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FACILITY SECURITY OFFICER
8-Hour Course
Designed to provide the FSO or Facility Security Officer the necessary background to effectively handle the role in the event of an incident. This course provides compliance with the various elements of the Maritime Transportation Security Act (2002) – MARSEC. This course cover topics such as designating a Facility Security Officer understanding the Facility Security Assessment and Facility Security Plan, operating the facility in accordance plan, implementing additional security measures required by changes in MARSEC Level, reporting breaches of security and security incidents and coordinating with the vessel security officers, the USCG and local law enforcement. Back to List>>
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FIRST AID & CPR/AED
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This course was developed to provide your employees with the necessary skills and knowledge to save a co-worker or family member’s life in an emergency situation. Our Red Cross certified instructors will utilize the teaching methods of the Red Cross that includes lecture, video, and hands on training to ensure that your employees will know what to do in an emergency situation. Hands-on training includes dressing wounds, rescue breathing, CPR, and the use of an AED machine. Upon completion of this course all participants will receive certification cards from the Red Cross. Back to List>>
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HAZARD COMMUNICATIONS
2-Hour & 4-Hour Course
The course covers compliance with OSHA requirements under 1910.1200, and examines who could be exposed to hazardous material in or around the workplace and the importance of knowing what chemicals are in the workplace. The program reviews understanding how to safely handle chemicals, what to do if a material is spilled or if they come into contact with a material, how to get information on workplace chemicals, and an understanding of the importance of a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS). Back to List>>
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HAZARDOUS WASTE OPERATIONS - CLEAN UP OPERATIONS
40-Hour Course
Designed for employees engaged in hazardous waste clean-up operations, this course meets the OSHA 1910.120 HAZWOPER requirements. Course work is a combination of classroom, hands-on activities and simulations. The course provides an in-depth look at hazardous materials identification, recognition, information, properties, safe handling and toxicology. Safety and Health topics of monitoring, sampling, personal protective equipment, respiratory protection and permit systems are detailed. Students work their way through the Incident Command System, site safety plan development and implementation and special site considerations. Case histories provide lessons learned and alternate methodologies for students to review and discuss. Back to List>>
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HAZWOPER - ANNUAL REFRESHER
8-Hour Course
Designed to meet OSHA required 1910.120 refresher training, this course is designed to reinforce knowledge and skills attained in the initial training. Refresher training provides students with updates on response procedures, regulatory issues, new equipment, methodologies and safety updates. This course allows students the opportunity to address specific topics, clarify concerns and review job-related questions. Back to List>>
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HAZWOPER AWARENESS LEVEL
4-8 Hour Course
Designed for those who may witness a release, this is an introductory course designed to help ensure
those who are likely to witness or discover a hazardous material release and initiate an emergency response
by notifying the proper personnel or authorities. This training will familiarize personnel with what hazardous
materials are and associated risks. The training will also outline the role of the first responder in
emergency response including site security and control and the use of the US Department of Transportation's
Emergency Response Guidebook. Back to List>>
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HAZWOPER EMERGENCY RESPONSE
24-Hour Course
Designed for members or potential members of an emergency response team, this course is designed for those who will assume a more aggressive role than the First Responder. This course works with individuals who respond to a release in order to plug, patch or otherwise stop the release of a hazardous material. Course work, in addition to First Responder, will include knowing how to implement the emergency response plan, classifying, identifying and verifying material, functioning within an Incident Command System, selection and use specialized chemical personal protective equipment, understanding basic chemical and toxicological terminology and employing advanced containment, control and decontamination procedures. Back to List>>
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HAZWOPER OPERATIONS LEVEL
8-16 Hour Course
Designed for those who may respond defensively to a release, this course is designed for individuals who may be part of the initial response to releases or potential releases of hazardous material. This training outlines the defensive role played to protect persons, property or the environment from the effects of a release and the functions of containing a release from a safe distance, keeping it from spreading and preventing exposures. The course covers, in addition to the topics covered in the Awareness Level, the basics of hazard and risk assessment, selection and use of personal protective equipment, hazardous material terms, basic control, containment, decontamination and standard operating procedures. Back to List>>
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HAZWOPER RESPONSE SPECIALIST
32-40 Hour Course
Designed for those who will provide technical support to the emergency, this course is for Hazardous
Material Specialists who respond and provide support to the Hazardous Material Technician. Course work
parallels that provided at the Technician Level, in addition to specific training in site safety and control
plan development, site liaison activities and responsibilities, understanding of local and state emergency
response plans and chemical, radiological and toxicological terminology and behavior. Back to List>>
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INCIDENT MANAGEMENT
24-Hour Course
For those involved in on-scene or command post incident management, this 24-hour course is an interactive
program that provides practitioners with an overview of the entire National Incident Management System (NIMS).
The course takes a look at incident management from a variety of perspectives. This course is an excellent
opportunity for those charged with a management role in Incident Command, control or mitigation to learn from
the experiences of others and sharpen their understanding and skills. Back to List>>
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INCIDENT MANAGEMENT IN EMERGENCY RESPONSE(ICS-NIMS)
8-Hour Course
Designed to acquaint managers and executives with the National Incident Management System (NIMS). This
course (which can also be offered in 2 or 4-hour modules) familiarizes facility managers, community officials
and executives with NIMS. The program provides a basic understanding of NIMS as an ingredient to successful
response and outlines the complexity of response today for those not routinely part of on-scene management. Back to List>>
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INCIDENT MANAGEMENT: LEADERSHIP AND INCIDENT COMMAND
8-Hour Course
For those who will or could assume a leadership role in Incident Command, this program explores the various
roles and responsibilities of Incident Command - Unified Command in light of leadership. Participants
investigate what leadership is, how leadership can lend to the success or failure of an operation, and the
different styles in leadership. This course goes beyond the general discussion of Incident Command and how
it works. This course delves into how you as a leader, knowing your leadership style and the style of others,
can help ensure successful management of an incident. Back to List>>
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INDOOR AIR QUALITY: An Introduction
3-Hour Course
read more>> Indoor air quality refers to the quality of the air as well as thermal conditions (temperature and humidity)
in an office and/or other building environments. “Sick Building Syndrome” and “Building Related Illness” are but
two of the conditions associated with working in buildings. This course will review the concept of
maintaining acceptable air quality, causes of indoor air quality problems, methods of ventilation, mold
damage remediation, and approaches to ventilation system maintenance.
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INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE
8 to 24 Hour Courses read more>>
This course is designed to cover the recognition, evaluation, and aspects of control of certain
occupational health hazards in the workplace using industrial hygiene principles. Today’s workplace
can present a variety of hazards, e.g., chemical, physical, biological, and ergonomic. Industrial
hygiene includes the development of corrective measures in order to minimize occupational health
hazards. Educating employees on workplace hazards and controls is done to provide employees with
knowledge and skills needed to recognize and control the hazards of their jobs, and achieve compliance
with a regulatory requirement. Back to List>>
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LABORATORY SAFETY
4-Hour Course
It is important to have a laboratory safety program that results in every employee’s participation and
cooperation. Employee safety training and instruction are important components in sustaining safe laboratory
operations. This course will review information contained in OSHA’s laboratory safety standard, measures that
employees can take to protect themselves from hazards, and the contents of a chemical hygiene plan. Back to List>>
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LOCKOUT/TAGOUT AWARENESS
2-Hour Course
This course provides an understanding of OSHA requirements under 1910.147, OSHA's Lockout/Tagout Standard,
and outlines safety procedures to ensure equipment does not energize or start-up unexpectedly while work is in
progress. This course looks closely at the role of all personnel in a workplace lockout/tagout or energy
control program, and examines the role of lockout/tagout in workplace safety; various energy control methods;
authorized and affected employees; and the application, usage, and removal of controls. Back to List>>
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OCCUPATIONAL NOISE - HEARING CONSERVATION
2-Hour & 4-Hour Course
read more>> This course is for personnel working in areas of potentially high noise levels, and is designed to help
increase personnel awareness to potential problems related to exposure to excessive noise levels and the
protection or technology available to reduce or eliminate unwanted noise. Participants learn about the
affects of noise, the selection and use of hearing protection, and the value of audiometric testing. Back to List>>
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OIL SPILL CONTROL & RESPONSE
8 to 24 Hour Course
Designed to provide spill response specific training and HAZWOPER, this course provides oil spill specific course work along with HAZWOPER training for emergency response personnel. OPA'90 compliance, oil movement, containment and cleanup of oil, physical characteristics of oil, command and control, shoreline protection, boat operation, safety, reporting and documenting spills, and the weathering process are some of the topics presented. Practical exercises include boom deployment, skimmer operations, product flushing techniques, water safety and simulation exercises. Back to List>>
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OIL SPILL MANAGEMENT
24-Hour Course
Designed to provide training for those who have responsibilities for managing an oil spill response. This course provides oil spill specific course work along with HAZWOPER training for management personnel. Management, command and control of resources responding to a spill along with an understanding of the various expectations are the main topics in this course. In addition, compliance with OPA'90 and field topics such as oil movement, containment, oils characteristics, shoreline protection, and safety are some of the topics presented. Practical exercises include site safety, effective use of contract personnel, boom deployment and mechanical operations. Back to List>>
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PERSON IN CHARGE (PIC)
8-Hour Course
Designed to provide the PIC or Person in Charge the necessary background to effectively handle their role aboard a vessel. This course provides compliance with the various elements of the Oil Pollution Act and other regulation relative to the role and responsibilities of the PIC. Transfer responsibilities and the PIC role in the event of a spill incident including initial notification and response are covered in this course. Back to List>>
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PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS
2-Hour Course
Training required under OSHA 1910.157
This course meets the training requirements of OSHA 1910.157, and covers the general principles of fire and fire extinguisher use and the hazards associated with incipient fire fighting. A hands-on demonstration and exercise is provided for participants. This is an ideal course for getting personnel involved in your fire and safety program because it has application to the home. Back to List>>
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PREPARING FOR AN OSHA INSPECTION
4-Hour & 8-Hour Course
This course is for those responsible for OSHA compliance and workplace inspections, and is designed to
provide participants with an understanding of what is needed for OSHA compliance and what to do when an
OSHA inspector arrives. Topics include who is OSHA, the various types of inspections, the inspection process,
the new OSHA, and your rights as an employer during and after an inspection. Back to List>>
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PROTECTION AGAINST TEMPERATURE EXTREMES
3-Hour Course
Employee safety and productivity can be decreased during exposure to temperature extremes. Fatal exposures
to cold have almost always resulted from staying in extreme cold too long or immersion in low temperature
water. Heatstroke is a life – threatening medical emergency. This course will review environmental
variables associated with heat and cold exposure, physiological responses to extreme temperatures,
the uses and limitations of climate monitoring equipment, and steps you can take to prevent overexposure
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PUBLIC RELATIONS IN EMERGENCY RESPONSE
4-8 Hour Course
For those with responsibilities for media, community and agency relations, this course provides the
participant with an overview of how to work with the media, community officials, and the various agencies
that can be involved in an emergency situation. The role of company spokesperson, information provider or
resource person are described and discussed at length. The need to preplan, the pros and cons of hiring a
professional or training in-house personnel and the needs of every organization in the event of an emergency
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QUALIFIED INDIVIDUAL (QI)
8-Hour Course
Designed to provide the QI or Qualified Individual the necessary background to effectively handle their role in the event of an incident. This course provides compliance with the various elements of the Oil Pollution Act and other regulation relative to the role and responsibilities of the Qualified Individual. QI responsibilities and the QI role in the event of a spill incident including initial notification, response capabilities and callout, incident priorities, coordination of response and liaison with the regulatory community are covered in this course.
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RADIATION SAFETY
2-Hour Course
This course outlines the basic precautions and safety issues associated with exposure to radiation.
Students will learn steps they can take to minimize exposure to radiation, fundamentals of radiation,
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SAFETY AND HEALTH FOR SMALL BUSINESSES
8-Hour Course
This course if for owners/mangers interested in safety and health programs and issues, and outlines how
to build or enhance an effective safety and health program. Topics include the basic principles of safety,
health, and associated areas; specific issues that need to be addressed in the workplace; and the role of
regulatory compliance. In addition, the course explores what it takes to protect employees and the employer.
Owners and managers should leave this session with a good understanding of their roles, responsibilities,
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SITE SAFETY AUDITS AND INSPECTIONS
8-Hour Course
This course is for those interested in applying a pre-accident safety tool, and explores the value and
use of Site Safety Audits and Inspections. Inspections are discussed as a tool to identify potential hazards,
as an integral part of a safety and health program, and as a proactive indicator. This course outlines the
pros and cons of inspections, how to build an effective program, and an effective audit/inspection form. Back to List>>
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SMALL SPILL MANAGEMENT
4-Hour Course
For those involved with response and cleanup of small workplace spills, this course presents measures
to prevent spills and procedures to quickly control spills that can pay dividends in any workplace.
Preventing a spill not only controls costs but helps emphasize safety and avoids potential overexposure
and injury situations. This course reviews the elements of an effective spill prevention and response
program, equipment needs, information flow and development of response protocols. Back to List>>
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SPILL MANAGEMENT
16-Hour Course
Designed to provide the practical and necessary tools to manage a spill, this 2 day program provides
participants insight into the methodology involved in successful management of a spill. Command and control,
incident command systems - who thinks they are in charge, the response organization, stakeholder concerns,
resources needed, economic issues in spill response, OPA'90, OSHA and EPA requirements, along with case studies
provide a full 2 day course of study for participants. Back to List>>
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VESSEL SECURITY OFFICER (VSO)
8-Hour Course
Designed to provide the VSO or Company/Vessel Security Officer the necessary background to effectively handle the role in the event of an incident. This course provides compliance with the various elements of the Maritime Transportation Security Act (2002) – MARSEC. This course cover topics such as designating a Vessel Security Officer understanding the Vessel Security Assessment and Vessel Security Plan, operating the vessel in accordance plan, implementing additional security measures required by changes in MARSEC Level, reporting breaches of security and security incidents and coordinating with the facility security officers and the USCG. Back to List>>
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WORKPLACE SAFETY COMMITTEES
4-Hour & 8-Hour Course
This course is for those who are responsible for, or are members of, a workplace safety committee, and
covers the essentials for developing, managing, and maintaining a successful workplace safety committee.
The topics discussed include purpose, committee structure, membership, functions and responsibilities, and
keys to success. Goals, objectives, direction and training needs are explored at length. Back to List>>
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