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  • 0.50 Credits

    This course provides an introduction to the hazards of the onshore oil and gas workplace. It is designed as an orientation for new and experienced workers. It seeks to instill a behavioral based safety ethic and achieve a high level of safety awareness. A sampling of Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) general industry standards are discussed and their relevance to the oil and gas industry. The class is lecture based with several hands on activities and relies heavily on student instructor interaction. Successful students will receive a PEC Premier Safeland Basic Orientation card (0.5 lect.)
  • 0.50 Credits

    This course introduces students to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) policies, procedures and standards found in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR). Emphasis will be placed on safety as a core value in the workplace and on the elimination and/or mitigation of hazardous conditions. The scope and application of OSHA general industry standards contained in 29 CFR 1910 will be addressed. Successful students will receive a 10-hour OSHA General Industry card. (0.5 lect.)
  • 3.00 Credits

    The Hazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) course provides essential training well above the Occupational Safety & Health Administration?s (OSHA) Hazard Communication standard. The course will cover the rules and regulations of OSHA's HAZWOPER standard (Title 29 Code of Federal Regulations Part 1910.1200). The course will explore the various applications of HAZWOPER regulations and policies that pertain to the elimination, reduction, and prevention of occupational risks/hazards. (3 lect.)
  • 2.00 Credits

    This course presents an overview of the primary standards associated with trenching, excavation and confined space safety as found in the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 29 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 1910 and 1926. Topics within the trenching and excavation standard include: causes of cave-ins; protective systems; soil mechanics; and competent person training. Confined space safety will emphasize: permit-required confined space programs; hazard identification and control; atmospheric testing and monitoring; and the control of hazardous energy. Students will also be introduced to the duties of a confined space entry team. (2 lect.)
  • 0.50 Credits

    This Defensive Driving course is designed to emphasize driver safety through increased awareness and hazard recognition. The course addresses driving risks and risk reduction techniques, collision avoidance, personal responsibilities, and impaired driving. Each student will be required to pass the National Safety Council?s examination for certification (4.0 hour defensive driving). Passing the examination for certification does not guarantee a passing final grade. (0.5 lect.)
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course presents an introduction to incident and investigation procedures and analytical techniques. A major emphasis is placed upon the prevention of industrial accidents. Principles of behavior-based safety and techniques for influencing positive behavior change will be taught. The course will also cover accident reconstruction, incident reporting and forms, and basic interviewing skills. Prerequisite: Math 1000. (3 lect.)
  • 1.00 Credits

    This course will present an overview of the Process Safety Management standard found in the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 29 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 1910.119. This course will cover the standards and recommendations set forth by OSHA to prevent the release of highly hazardous chemicals (HHC's) through various risk and probability analyses. The primary goal of this course is to identify the requirements for preventing or minimizing the consequences of the release of toxic, reactive, flammable or explosive chemicals. (1 lect.)
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course explores the application of environmental laws and regulations to the implementation of appropriate compliance strategies, industry processes, and current technologies. Regulations concerning the handling and transport of hazardous materials, air and water pollution prevention and management, and environmental auditing and inspections will be explored in detail.
  • 2.00 Credits

    This course is the first in a series of eight courses at the electrical apprentice level. This course meets the related apprenticeship training requirements of the State of Wyoming, Department of Fire Prevention & Electrical Safety. It is not required that students be participating in an apprenticeship program to enroll in this course, but it is recommended. The curriculum for this course corresponds to the level 1 requirements of the National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER). This course introduces students to electrical safety, basic electrical theories, electrical testing equipment, hand bending conduit, and installing fasteners and anchors. Students can expect to complete a minimum of 3 hours coursework outside of class each week. (Related apprenticeship training hours: 32 hours lecture - 48 hours outside coursework)(2 lect.)
  • 2.00 Credits

    This course is the second in a series of eight courses at the electrical apprentice level. This course meets the related apprenticeship training requirements of the State of Wyoming, Department of Fire Prevention & Electrical Safety. It is not required that students be participating in an apprenticeship program to enroll in this course, but it is recommended. The curriculum for this course corresponds to the level 1 requirements of the National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER). This course introduces students to the National Electrical Code, and instructs them in the topics of raceways, boxes, fittings, conductors, electrical blueprints, and com-mercial, industrial, and residential wiring. Students can expect to complete a minimum of 3 hours coursework outside of class each week. (Related apprenticeship training hours: 32 hours lecture - 48 hours outside coursework) (2 lect.)
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