SHRM Activities

List of SHRM recertification activities. 
22 Oct

First Aid in the Workplace

First Aid in the Workplace

Wednesday, October 22, 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, Reynoldsburg, 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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28 Oct

Emergency Preparedness Planning Half-day Workshop (VTC)

Emergency Preparedness Planning Half-day Workshop (VTC)

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 (12:00 AM to 11:59 PM)
4 PDCs
Provider: Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation, Division of Safety & Hygiene Training Center
Course Name: Emergency Preparedness Planning Half-day Workshop (VTC)

Speaker: Lisa Houston, Roger Hoback
Program Type: Instructor E-Learning
Registration URL: https://info.bwc.ohio.gov/for-employers/safety-and-training/safety-education/safety-courses
Emergency Preparedness Planning Half-day Workshop (VTC), Columbus, Ohio
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Who should attend: Individuals in charge of developing and/or overseeing acompany’s emergency preparedness plan should attend. You will learn: How to prepare for workplace emergencies. The basic compliance requirements. The additional resources available for each type ofemergency. The principles for developing and maintaining aneffective program. After this course, you will be able to: Explain why emergency planning is needed and required in your workplace. Recognize the types of emergencies that can occur at your workplace and how to lower contributing risk factors and/or hazards. Prepare for an emergency or crisis that may happen at your workplace. Respond to an emergency that has occurred at your facility and understand the recovery process.

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28 Oct

Lockout/Tagout Advanced Principles

Lockout/Tagout Advanced Principles

Tuesday, October 28, 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, Seven Hills, 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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28 Oct

OSHA10: Construction Safety Basics

OSHA10: Construction Safety Basics

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 (12:00 AM) to Wednesday, October 29, 2025 (11:59 PM)
10 PDCs
Provider: Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation, Division of Safety & Hygiene Training Center
Course Name: OSHA10: Construction Safety Basics

Speaker: Audrey Hemlinger
Program Type: Seminar/Workshop
Registration URL: https://info.bwc.ohio.gov/for-employers/safety-and-training/safety-education/safety-courses
OSHA10: Construction Safety Basics, Seven Hills, Ohio
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Who should attend: Individuals involved in the construction industry should attend. You will learn: o Effective safety and health evaluation of construction sites; o Hazard recognition skills and possible solutions to construction safety issues; o Best practices for compliance with OSHA 29 CFR 1926 regulations. After this course, you will be able to: o Recognize risk factors related to construction worksites; o Suggest control measures to mitigate risk factors; o Interpret OSHA 29 CFR 1926 regulations. 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. Note: Upon successful completion of this course, participants will receive an OSHA card certifying completion of a 10-hour course in construction safety and health.

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29 Oct

Bloodborne Pathogens (VTC)

Bloodborne Pathogens (VTC)

Wednesday, October 29, 2025 (12:00 AM to 11:59 PM)
3 PDCs
Provider: Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation, Division of Safety & Hygiene Training Center
Course Name: Bloodborne Pathogens (VTC)

Speaker: Taylor Anderson
Program Type: Instructor E-Learning
Registration URL: https://info.bwc.ohio.gov/for-employers/safety-and-training/safety-education/safety-courses
Bloodborne Pathogens (VTC), Columbus, Ohio
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Who should attend: Individuals establishing or implementing a bloodborne pathogens program should attend. You will learn: Background information and terminology; Signs and symptoms of bloodborne pathogens and how they are transmitted; Guidelines for handling infectious waste; How to develop a site-specific bloodborne pathogen exposure control plan. After this course, you will be able to: Define bloodborne pathogen terminology; Explain and interpret OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030; Describe different bloodborne pathogen exposure methods. 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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30 Oct

Safety Series Workshop Module 1: Introduction to OSHA Requirements and Safety Culture Basics (VTC)

Safety Series Workshop Module 1: Introduction to OSHA Requirements and Safety Culture Basics (VTC)

Thursday, October 30, 2025 (12:00 AM to 11:59 PM)
3 PDCs
Provider: Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation, Division of Safety & Hygiene Training Center
Course Name: Safety Series Workshop Module 1: Introduction to OSHA Requirements and Safety Culture Basics (VTC)

Speaker: Tom Bloom, Ryan Moeller
Program Type: Instructor E-Learning
Registration URL: https://info.bwc.ohio.gov/for-employers/safety-and-training/safety-education/safety-courses
Safety Series Workshop Module 1: Introduction to OSHA Requirements and Safety Culture Basics (VTC), Columbus, Ohio
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After this course, you will be able to: Explain basic concepts of a safety culture and how to address a negative culture. Navigate OSHA’s webpage and safety and health resources. Identify training requirements as required by OSHA.

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04 Nov

Ergonomics and Safety for Extended-care Facilities (VTC)

Ergonomics and Safety for Extended-care Facilities (VTC)

Tuesday, November 4, 2025 (12:00 AM) to Wednesday, November 5, 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: Audrey Hemlinger, Dan Cueno
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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04 Nov

Machine Guarding Basics

Machine Guarding Basics

Tuesday, November 4, 2025 (12:00 AM to 11:59 PM)
3 PDCs
Provider: Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation, Division of Safety & Hygiene Training Center
Course Name: Machine Guarding Basics

Speaker: Deb Bailey
Program Type: Seminar/Workshop
Registration URL: https://info.bwc.ohio.gov/for-employers/safety-and-training/safety-education/safety-courses
Machine Guarding Basics, North Canton, Ohio
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Who should attend: Individuals responsible for the safeguarding of machinery in an industrial setting should attend. You will learn: Principles and basics of general machine guarding as required by OSHA 29 CFR 1910 Subpart O; Recommendations from American National Standards Institute; The various types and applications of machine guarding methods; Guidelines and practical approaches to safety-related work practices. After this course, you will be able to: Explain and interpret OSHA 29 CFR 1910 Subpart O; Recognize both properly guarded and unsafely guarded device. 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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04 Nov

OSHA10: Construction Safety Basics

OSHA10: Construction Safety Basics

Tuesday, November 4, 2025 (12:00 AM) to Wednesday, November 5, 2025 (11:59 PM)
10 PDCs
Provider: Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation, Division of Safety & Hygiene Training Center
Course Name: OSHA10: Construction Safety Basics

Speaker: Gary Armstrong
Program Type: Seminar/Workshop
Registration URL: https://info.bwc.ohio.gov/for-employers/safety-and-training/safety-education/safety-courses
OSHA10: Construction Safety Basics, Columbus, Ohio
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Who should attend: Individuals involved in the construction industry should attend. You will learn: o Effective safety and health evaluation of construction sites; o Hazard recognition skills and possible solutions to construction safety issues; o Best practices for compliance with OSHA 29 CFR 1926 regulations. After this course, you will be able to: o Recognize risk factors related to construction worksites; o Suggest control measures to mitigate risk factors; o Interpret OSHA 29 CFR 1926 regulations. 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. Note: Upon successful completion of this course, participants will receive an OSHA card certifying completion of a 10-hour course in construction safety and health.

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05 Nov

Tree Work Essentials: Chainsaws, Chippers and other Safety Concerns

Tree Work Essentials: Chainsaws, Chippers and other Safety Concerns

Wednesday, November 5, 2025 (12:00 AM to 11:59 PM)
6 PDCs
Provider: Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation, Division of Safety & Hygiene Training Center
Course Name: Tree Work Essentials: Chainsaws, Chippers and other Safety Concerns

Speaker: Scott Brenner
Program Type: Seminar/Workshop
Registration URL: https://info.bwc.ohio.gov/for-employers/safety-and-training/safety-education/safety-courses
Tree Work Essentials: Chainsaws, Chippers and other Safety Concerns, Cincinnati, Ohio
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Who should attend: Individuals concerned with the safe operation of chainsaws,including workers who regularly use chainsaws on their jobs such as loggers, wood workers, tree trimmers, nursery and landscape workers, park and road maintenanceworkers, etc. should attend. In addition, others involved in trail maintenance, emergency response or any situation where a chainsaw or wood chipper may be used, should also attend. You will learn: All of the necessary PPE required while operatinga chainsaw and wood chipper; How to perform a safety/maintenance check on achainsaw; How to properly file a chain; Safe work practices while using a chainsaw; How to establish a pre-felling checklist; Safe operational procedures of wood chippersincluding start-up and shut-down and routine operational inspections. After this course, you will be able to: Identify all of the required PPE; Describe a safety/maintenance check on a chainsawand wood chipper; Define how to properly file a chainsaw chain; Identify and implement safe work practices while using a chainsaw and wood chipper; Develop a proper pre-felling plan. How you will be assessed: Satisfactory participation during instructor-led and student-centered exercises And/or an end of course test using provided materials.

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