SHRM Activities

List of SHRM recertification activities. 
24 Apr

Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Refresher

Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Refresher

Thursday, April 24, 2025 (12:00 AM to 11:59 PM)
7 PDCs
Provider: Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation, Division of Safety & Hygiene Training Center
Course Name: Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Refresher

Speaker: Deb Bailey
Program Type: Seminar/Workshop
Registration URL: https://info.bwc.ohio.gov/for-employers/safety-and-training/safety-education/safety-courses
Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Refresher, North Canton, Ohio
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Who should attend: Emergency responders who have completed operationslevel or technician level training should attend. An annualrefresher is required to maintain certification. You will learn: The basic skills and knowledge acquired fromprevious Hazwoper courses. How to use emergency response equipment. Emergency response techniques. To use various levels of PPE. After this course, you will be able to: Demonstrate the skills and knowledge acquired from previous Hazwoper courses. Special requirements: This Hazwoper Refresher course is an annual requirement for those who have become certified at the awareness, operations, 40 hour or technician level. This course is an interactive course with the instructor and students sharing their experiences with other students during a class. Employers should only send employees who are medically fit to participate in training activities in accordance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120(f). Portions of this course areheld outside. Students should wear clothing appropriate for weather conditions. Note: This course begins at 8:15 a.m. and ends at 5 p.m. How you will be assessed: Satisfactory participation of instructor-led and student-centered exercises. And/or an end of course test using provided materials.

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29 Apr

Crisis De-Escalation Tactics and Safe Practices

Crisis De-Escalation Tactics and Safe Practices

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 (12:00 AM to 11:59 PM)
6 PDCs
Provider: Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation, Division of Safety & Hygiene Training Center
Course Name: Crisis De-Escalation Tactics and Safe Practices

Speaker: Dr. William Kennedy
Program Type: Seminar/Workshop
Registration URL: https://info.bwc.ohio.gov/for-employers/safety-and-training/safety-education/safety-courses
Crisis De-Escalation Tactics and Safe Practices, Columbus, Ohio
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Who should attend: Staff in nursing homes, mental health facilities, long-term residential facilities and other customer contact industries that work directly with the public and may possibly encounter belligerent patients, residents and/or customers should attend. You will learn: o How to recognize danger signs; o De-escalation skills; o Posturing and non-verbal tactics; o Practical defensive tactics; o Hands-on exercises. After this course, you will be able to: o Recognize potentially violent situations; o Defuse a potentially violent situation before it occurs; o Make use of defensive tactics when dealing with violent patients, residents and/or customers. Special requirement: Class activities will involve physical contact. Students should wear comfortable clothing. How you will be assessed: o Satisfactory participation of instructor-led and student-centered exercises; o And/or an end of course test using provided materials.

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29 Apr

Lockout/Tagout Advanced Principles

Lockout/Tagout Advanced Principles

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 (12:00 AM to 11:59 PM)
6 PDCs
Provider: Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation, Division of Safety & Hygiene Training Center
Course Name: Lockout/Tagout Advanced Principles

Speaker: Ken Hackworth
Program Type: Seminar/Workshop
Registration URL: https://info.bwc.ohio.gov/for-employers/safety-and-training/safety-education/safety-courses
Lockout/Tagout Advanced Principles, Springdale, Ohio
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You will learn: How to identify energy isolation devices; How to define normal production operations; About OSHA alternate procedures - CPL 02-00-147; Resources available for risk assessments. After this course, you will be able to: Inventory facility machines where maintenance and service is performed; Recognize when alternative procedures for employee protection are in place; Describe Minor Servicing exception for LOTO. Find regulation sources for LOTO; Name resources available to help an employer with its LOTO program.

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01 May

Confined space: identification and safe practices workshop (VTC)

Confined space: identification and safe practices workshop (VTC)

Thursday, May 1, 2025 (12:00 AM to 11:59 PM)
4.5 PDCs
Provider: Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation, Division of Safety & Hygiene Training Center
Course Name: Confined space: identification and safe practices workshop (VTC)

Speaker: Laura Mattimoe, Tim Rittgers, Dayna Noble
Program Type: Instructor E-Learning
Registration URL: https://info.bwc.ohio.gov/for-employers/safety-and-training/safety-education/safety-courses
Confined space: identification and safe practices workshop (VTC), Columbus, Ohio
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Who should attend: Individuals who work with or train people on best practices regarding confined space. Students will learn: Definitions and Background Hazards of Confined Spaces Basic Entry Requirements Written Program Requirements Entry Permit System and Permit Content Alternative Entry and Reclassification Procedures Duties of Entry Team Members and Training Requirements Contractor Requirements and Rescue and Emergency Services After this course, you will be able to: Define a confined space Recognize hazards within confined spaces Describe basic entry requirements How you will be assessed: Satisfactory participation of instructor-led and student-centered exercises And/or an end of course test using provided materials. Please read the below information. VTCs are instructor led and will offer the opportunity for interaction and participation that is comparable to the in-person class. These classes generally offer the same continuing education units (CEUs) In order to attend a VTC, you must: (1) have internet access, (2) have a computer with microphone and speaker set-up utilizing a headset or other low feedback system, (3) download Webex player before entering training, and (4) have a working email address in your BWC Learning Center account to ensure we are able to contact you with details including the Webex URL. Chromebooks, iPads, Android tablets, and cell phones have limited Webex functionality and we DO NOT recommend their use for virtual training. To ensure that you receive credit for your attendance, you must: (1) be in the virtual classroom for the entire scheduled time with a functioning microphone or phone connection, (2) participate in the activities during the virtual class, and (3) complete and obtain a passing knowledge assessment score within 2 days after class. Failure to do any of the following might be cause for a student incompletion. Additionally, your BWC Learning Center registration must match your Webex registration to be provided credit. Special anomalies can be discussed with your BWC host if someone registered a student but was not person to attend class. If not discussed with the host when there is no Webex time for a BWC Learning Center assessment for a VTC, the assumption is the student did not take class. VTCs will be updated 14 days after they are completed within the BWC Learning Center. Please contact dshcc@bwc.state.oh.us for any issues or concerns.

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05 May

First Aid in the Workplace

First Aid in the Workplace

Monday, May 5, 2025 (12:00 AM to 11:59 PM)
5 PDCs
Provider: Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation, Division of Safety & Hygiene Training Center
Course Name: First Aid in the Workplace

Speaker: James Hughes, Jeff Coughlin
Program Type: Seminar/Workshop
Registration URL: https://info.bwc.ohio.gov/for-employers/safety-and-training/safety-education/safety-courses
First Aid in the Workplace, Seven Hills, Ohio
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Who should attend: Individuals who need to know how to recognize and provide basic care for injuries and sudden illnesses, including how touse an automated external defibrillator (AED) for victims of sudden cardiac arrest, until advanced medical personnel takeover should attend. You will learn: o How to prioritize care for life-threatening injuries or sudden illnesses. o How to give CPR, including the use of an AED. o How to care for a victim having a breathing emergency. o Basic treatments for other injuries. After this course, you will be able to: o Evaluate a medical emergency until advanced medical personnel arrive. o Recognize the signs and symptoms of a heart attack. o Provide first aid to an individual that is injured. How you will be assessed: o Satisfactory participation of instructor-led and student-centered exercises. o And/or an end of course test using provided materials.

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06 May

Electrical Safety in the Workplace through Insight and Implementation of NFPA 70E

Electrical Safety in the Workplace through Insight and Implementation of NFPA 70E

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 (12:00 AM to 11:59 PM)
6 PDCs
Provider: Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation, Division of Safety & Hygiene Training Center
Course Name: Electrical Safety in the Workplace through Insight and Implementation of NFPA 70E

Speaker: Mike Kovacic
Program Type: Seminar/Workshop
Registration URL: https://info.bwc.ohio.gov/for-employers/safety-and-training/safety-education/safety-courses
Electrical Safety in the Workplace through Insight and Implementation of NFPA 70E, Springdale, Ohio
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Who should attend Contractors, maintenance workers and others who work with electricity should attend. You will learn: o An overview of the hazards of electricity; o Standards and requirements of the NFPA 70E; o How to analyze flash hazards; o How to protect against flash hazards; o How to plan safe work practices; o How to select PPE. After this course, you will be able to: o Explain workplace hazards involving electricity; o List requirements of the NFPA 70E; o Evaluate work practices and suggest safety measures to reduce risk. How you will be assessed: o Satisfactory participation of instructor-led and student-centered exercises; o And/or an end of course test using provided materials

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06 May

OSHA Recordkeeping

OSHA Recordkeeping

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 (12:00 AM to 11:59 PM)
6 PDCs
Provider: Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation, Division of Safety & Hygiene Training Center
Course Name: OSHA Recordkeeping

Speaker: Brian Zachetti
Program Type: Seminar/Workshop
Registration URL: https://info.bwc.ohio.gov/for-employers/safety-and-training/safety-education/safety-courses
OSHA Recordkeeping, Youngstown, Ohio
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Who should attendIndividuals responsible for OSHA recordkeeping within a company should attend. You will learn: o OSHA recordkeeping requirements for workplace injuries and illnesses; o Correct use of the required OSHA recordkeeping forms; o Guidelines for recordable and non-recordable workplace injuries and interpretations; o An overview of OSHA standards that require and/or imply employer recordkeeping. After this course, you will be able to: o Explain regulation OSHA 29 CFR 1904 scope and responsibilities; o List important contacts; o Properly complete OSHA forms, including: 300, 300A and 301; o Calculate injury and incidence rates; o Identify a recordable event, a reportable event and special cases that need attention. How you will be assessed: o Satisfactory participation of instructor-led and student-centered exercises ;o And/or an end of course test using provided materials.

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07 May

Ergonomics and Safety for Extended-care Facilities (VTC)

Ergonomics and Safety for Extended-care Facilities (VTC)

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 (12:00 AM) to Thursday, May 8, 2025 (11:59 PM)
6 PDCs
Provider: Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation, Division of Safety & Hygiene Training Center
Course Name: Ergonomics and Safety for Extended-care Facilities (VTC)

Speaker: Brian Chambers, Audrey Hemlinger
Program Type: Instructor E-Learning
Registration URL: https://info.bwc.ohio.gov/for-employers/safety-and-training/safety-education/safety-courses
Ergonomics and Safety for Extended-care Facilities (VTC), Columbus, Ohio
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Maximum enrollment per class for a single policy is four students, any enrollment exceeding this policy may be cancelled. Who should attend: Those working in extended-care or developmental disability facilities, including administrators, directors, department heads, safety committee members and consultants should attend. You will learn: The elements of an effective safety and health process, focusing on management support, employee involvement and the recognition, evaluation and control of workplace hazards. Strategies and tools for developing/enhancing your organization’s safety and ergonomics management systems and reducing workplace accidents. OSHA compliance issues relevant to extended-care facilities and resources for ensuring effective implementation. Strategies and techniques for implementing ergonomic control measures to reduce strain and sprain injuries. About resources for ongoing assistance and support. After this course, you will be able to: Explain the elements of an effective safety and health process. Develop strategies to manage occupational safety and health in extended care facilities. Develop control measures for reducing occupational injuries and illnesses. How you will be assessed: Satisfactory participation of instructor-led and student-centered exercises. And/or an end of course test using provided materials. Note: This course does not provide training in lifting residents. Please read the below information. VTCs are instructor led and will offer the opportunity for interaction and participation that is comparable to the in-person class. These classes generally offer the same continuing education units (CEUs) In order to attend a VTC, you must: (1) have internet access, (2) have a computer with microphone and speaker set-up utilizing a headset or other low feedback system, (3) download WebEx player before entering training, and (4) have a working email address in your BWC Learning Center account to ensure we are able to contact you with details including the WebEx URL. Chromebooks, iPads, Android tablets, and cell phones have limited WebEx functionality and we DO NOT recommend their use for virtual training. To ensure that you receive credit for your attendance, you must: (1) be in the virtual classroom for the entire scheduled time with a functioning microphone or phone connection, (2) participate in the activities during the virtual class, and (3) complete and obtain a passing knowledge assessment score within 2 days after class. Failure to do any of the following might be cause for a student incompletion. Additionally, your BWC Learning Center registration must match your WebEx registration to be provided credit. Special anomalies can be discussed with your BWC host if someone registered a student but was not person to attend class. If not discussed with the host when there is no WebEx time for a BWC Learning Center assessment for a VTC, the assumption is the student did not take class. VTCs will be updated 14 days after they are completed within the BWC Learning Center. Please contact dshcc@bwc.state.oh.us for any issues or concerns.

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07 May

Noise and Hearing Conservation Half-day Workshop

Noise and Hearing Conservation Half-day Workshop

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 (12:00 AM to 11:59 PM)
3 PDCs
Provider: Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation, Division of Safety & Hygiene Training Center
Course Name: Noise and Hearing Conservation Half-day Workshop

Speaker: Chris Brann, Tim Rittgers
Program Type: Seminar/Workshop
Registration URL: https://info.bwc.ohio.gov/for-employers/safety-and-training/safety-education/safety-courses
Noise and Hearing Conservation Half-day Workshop, Piqua, Ohio
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Who should attend: Individuals interested in obtaining a basic understanding of a noise and hearing conservation program should attend. You will learn: o How to anticipate, recognize, evaluate and manage industrial noise; o About different types of industrial noise factors and controls; o Steps to begin developing a noise and hearing conservation program. After this course, you will be able to: Define Occupational Noise Exposure and differentiate the techniques for measuring it; Describe Noise-Induced Hearing Loss; List and explain the five Hearing Conservation Program (HCP) elements of the OSHA 29 CFR 1910.95; Compare different types of hearing protection; Explain the hierarchy of controls for noise. How you will be assessed: o Satisfactory participation of instructor-led and student-centered exercises; o And/or an end of course test using provided materials.

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08 May

Accident Analysis Half-day Workshop (VTC)

Accident Analysis Half-day Workshop (VTC)

Thursday, May 8, 2025 (12:00 AM to 11:59 PM)
3 PDCs
Provider: Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation, Division of Safety & Hygiene Training Center
Course Name: Accident Analysis Half-day Workshop (VTC)

Speaker: Lisa Houston
Program Type: Instructor E-Learning
Registration URL: https://info.bwc.ohio.gov/for-employers/safety-and-training/safety-education/safety-courses
Accident Analysis Half-day Workshop (VTC), Columbus, Ohio
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Maximum enrollment per class for a single policy is four students, any enrollment exceeding this policy may be cancelled. Who should attend: Employers and employees who need basic awareness of safety and health issues; newly appointed safety directors or safety committee members who have limited exposure to injury prevention strategies or safety requirements; and employers who need a refresher on safety and health topics should attend. You will learn: o Basic information and tools for establishing and improving accident analysis programs; o Causal factors of accidents; o Action steps for analyzing accidents. After this course, you will be able to: o Describe causal factors of accidents; o Explain action steps for analyzing accidents; o Adopt tools for improving accident analysis programs. How you will be assessed: o Satisfactory participation of instructor-led and student-centered exercises; o And/or an end of course test using provided materials. Please read the below information. Virtual Training Classes (VTCs) are instructor led and will offer the opportunity for interaction and participation that is comparable to the in-person class. These classes offer the same continuing education units (CEUs) with the exception of State of Ohio Board of Executive Long-term Services and Support (BELTSS). In order to attend a VTC, you must: (1) have internet access, (2) have a computer with microphone and speaker set-up utilizing a headset or other low feedback system, (3) download WebEx player before entering training, and (4) have a working email address in your BWC Learning Center account to ensure we are able to contact you with details including the WebEx URL. iPads, Android tablets, and cell phones have limited WebEx functionality and we DO NOT recommend their use for virtual training. To ensure that you receive credit for your attendance, you must: (1) be in the virtual classroom for the entire scheduled time, (2) participate in the activities during the virtual class, and (3) complete and obtain a passing knowledge assessment score within 3 days after class. Failure to do any of the following might be cause for a student incompletion. Additionally, your BWC Learning Center registration must match your WebEx registration to be provided credit. Special anomalies can be discussed with your BWC host if someone registered a student but was not person to attend class. If not discussed with the host when there is no WebEx time for a BWC Learning Center assessment for a VTC, the assumption is the student did not take class. VTCs will be updated 14 days after they are completed within the BWC Learning Center. Please contact dshcc@bwc.state.oh.us for any issues or concerns.

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