SAFETY FIRST!
Safety is always the first priority in any industrial setting.
We can help you keep your organization and employees as safe as possible with high-quality safety training. These courses can be held on-campus, or on your site. We have flexible scheduling options to make training as convenient as possible.

Call us for pricing and scheduling information at 605.367.7619 or 800.247.0789!

Forklift Operator                            $69

Recognizing Harassment in a Diverse Workplace          $59

In addition to the above, we can provide the following classes on an as-needed basis. Thes classes can be held on the STI campus, or we can bring them to you. Just call us at 605.367.7619 or 800.247.0789 to discuss scheduling options. All classes have a 5-person minimum. Travel charges apply to any class held outside of Sioux Falls.

Accident/Incident Investigation     $59/person
Learn accident investigation techniques to recognize and evaluate accident causes and corrective action to prevent recurrence.  A proper accident investigation process is based on finding facts – not fault.

Back Injury Prevention/Proper Lifting     $59/person

Can we help prevent back injuries? Yes we can!  Back Injuries are all too common in the United States and just as there is seldom one factor that causes a back injury, there is not just one approach to preventing it.  This course will explore the many components of an effective back injury prevention process including management commitment, teamwork, assumption of person self-responsibility and ergonomics.

Blood-borne Pathogens     $59/person

This course will teach trainees how to identify common symptoms of HIV and Hepatitis by listing examples of blood-borne pathogens and understanding the transmission methods of these viruses.  Learn how to keep yourself and co-works safe.

Coaching the Emergency Vehicle Operator (CEVO) – Ambulance     $69/person

This is a comprehensive defensive driving program that focuses on improving the operator’s ability to read traffic conditions, act accordingly, and prevent collisions in both emergency and non-emergency situations.

Coaching the Emergency Vehicle Operator (CEVO) – Fire     $69/person

This is a comprehensive defensive driving program that focuses on improving the operator’s ability to read traffic conditions, act accordingly, and prevent collisions in both emergency and non-emergency situations.

Coaching the Maintenance Vehicle Operator     $69/person

This is a comprehensive defensive driving program that focuses on improving the operator’s ability to read traffic conditions, act accordingly, and prevent collisions both on the road and at the worksite.  It is designed specifically for operators of dump trucks, front loaders, and other maintenance vehicles.

 Coaching the Emergency Vehicle Operator (CEVO) – Police     $69/person

This is a comprehensive defensive driving program that focuses on improving the operator’s ability to read traffic conditions, act accordingly, and prevent collisions in both emergency and non-emergency situations.

Confined Space Entry     $59/person

Few situations present employees with a greater potential for injury or death than those happening in confined spaces.  This course will focus on how to comply regulations and provides training in respiratory protection.

Defensive Driving Course – 4 Hours     $69/person

This National Safety Council course provides training for employees who drive company vehicles or use their own vehicle on company time.  Participants will learn about collision prevention, common driving errors, property passing techniques, driving in adverse weather conditions, solutions for dealing with other drivers and a lot more!

Electrical Safety     $59/person

This course will help you understand electrical hazards both in the home and on the job.  Workers who will benefit from this session include safety and health professionals, maintenance, and all other employees who face a risk of electrical shock or electrocution.

Emergency Preparedness     $59/person

This course will provide you with the background to develop a comprehensive emergency plan.  Includes criteria for compliance with OSHA 1910.38.  Covers critical topics including:  What is a Disaster or Emergency, Legal requirements, Planning, Elements of Emergency Management, Writing the Plan and Business Interruptions.

Fall Protection     $59/person

This course will enable each employee to recognize the hazards of falling and train them in the procedures to be followed in order to minimize these hazards.

First Aid-Red Cross    

Be prepared and be in compliance.  Learn the skills to maintain the life of a victim until emergency medical personnel arrive.  The first aid training covers the basics: breathing emergencies, sudden illness and injury, bleeding and preventing disease transmission.

Forklift Operator     $69/person

This course will provide you with the technical expertise to safely operate forklift equipment and utilize safe driving procedures.  This operator program offers necessary information and guidance to fulfill OSHA’s requirements for forklift training.

Hazard Communications     $59/person

This course is designed to inform employers of all sizes of their responsibilities under the law.  You will gain practical information on how to comply, including how to develop and implement an effective Hazard Communications program. 

Lockout/Tag-out     $59/person

Serious injuries and deaths can result from unexpected start-up of equipment if it’s not consistently locked out properly.  It’s absolutely vital that you follow proper procedures any time you are repairing a machine, performing routine maintenance or cleaning it.  Shortcomings in lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures are generally near the top of the list of OSHA’s most frequently cited violations.

Machine Guarding Basics     $59/person

This class will introduce you to the principles of how to protect employees from machinery hazards and the requirements of OSHA regulations, subpart 0 and section 1910.147, which is lockout/tag-out.  We will also discuss warning and instruction.

MSHA – 8 Hour Refresher for Sand and Gravel Operation     $149/person

This class is designed to help make the work place as safe as possible and reduce your exposures to civil liability.  These classes meet the training requirements necessary to comply with Part 46 of the Mine Safety Act for Sand and Gravel Operations.

Safety Committees     $59/person

This course will give you ideas on how to form a safety committee, as well as how to set and meet goals.  Learn how to get people involved and motivate your safety committee.

Trenching and Excavation     $59/person

This course is designed to review and clarify revised OSHA standards covering trenching and excavating.  Includes criteria for proper sloping and shoring of trenches under the federal OSHA standards.  This course assists in complying with OSHA Standard 1926.650-652.

Office Ergonomics     $59/person

How effective are ergonomic chairs, keyboard and wrist rests?  These and other issues will be discussed, including:  working with posture, workstation and seating design, vision and lighting problems and job design issues.  It also will cover work-related musculoskeletal disorders such as carpal tunnel syndrome, bursitis, tendinitis and ways to deal with them.

Personal Protective Equipment     $59/person

Hard hats, safety shoes, safety glasses and ear plugs may all be a part of an employee’s required safety equipment.  This course will address the selection, fit and use of various pieces of personal protective equipment, as well as, the care, maintenance and service of that equipment. 

Recognizing Harassment in a Diverse Workplace     $59/person

This course covers:  What is harassment, attitude versus behavior, you’ll know it when you see it, reporting and investigating, the importance of a policy, recent court rulings, case studies in harassment, it’s a matter of respect, don’t say it-don’t do it, and types of harassment will also be discussed.

Suicide Prevention in Custody     $59/person

This course utilizes material from the American Correctional Association. The goal of this course is to help staff prevent the tragedy of suicide from occurring in your facility.  The American Correctional Association recommends all jail officers receive at least six to eight hours of basic training on identifying suicidal behavior and managing potentially suicidal behavior.  They then recommend periodic refresher training.

Wheel Loader Safety     $59/person

Wheel loaders operate in many different applications.  This course will remind new and experienced operators on the importance of several safety factors starting with the daily walk around inspection.  Review of lessons learned in many types of operating situations including correct operations on hills and rough terrain, side hill work dangers and slip or tip recovery and dynamics of rollover and backing accidents as well as night operations.

10-Hour OSHA General Industry Safety Training     $219/person

This 10-hour course covers specific OSHA standards, including material handling, machine guarding, exit routes, fire protection, electrical, hazard communication and other OSHA compliance regulations.  OSHA training Institute will issue course completion cards to each student.  You will learn:

• How to locate and apply OSHA safety and health standards, policies, and procedures
• Use OSHA standards and regulations to supplement an ongoing safety and health program
• Identify common violations of OSHA standards and propose abatement actions
• Describe appropriate procedures for selected safety hazards
• Conduct internal training on OSHA regulations

30-Hour General Industry Outreach Training     $675/person

This 30-hour course is a more in-depth study of OSHA regulations and required programs.  More coverage is devoted to each of the topics of the 10-hour course, as well as additional topics including:

• OSHA recordkeeping
• Industrial hygiene
• Welding, cutting and brazing
• Flammable and combustible liquids
• Material handling - forklifts, overhead cranes
• Safety & health programs

For more information call 605.367.7619 or 800.247.0789!