LTC to offer seminars for confined-space workers
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
8/9/2011
CLEVELAND, WI –
Lakeshore Technical College will offer a pair of seminars in September for workers in confined space environments.
Each class provides eight continuing education hours approved by the Department of Commerce for those holding credentials as: AST(Aboveground Storage Tank) Installer, UST (Underground Storage Tank) Installer, UST/AST Remover/Cleaner, Site Assessor, and Storage Tank Inspector
“Confined Space: Entrant–Attendant–Supervisor” prepares participant to assume the role of attendant, entrant, or supervisor for a permit-required confined space (PRCS) entry according to CFR 1910.146. It involves active, hands-on application of engineering controls such as air monitoring, ventilation, and lockout/tagout; classification of different types of confined spaces; identification of hazards associated with entry into permit-required confined spaces; use of the required permit; learning applicable regulations; roles and responsibilities of the supervisor, attendant, and entrant; scenarios applying principles to simulated confined space entries; selection of appropriate personal protective equipment; and rescue accountabilities.
The course will be held from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sept. 22. Cost is $215; refer to class No. 63576.
“Confined Space: Rescue Techniques” prepares the participant for the rescue of entrants from confined spaces. Must have completed Confined Space: Entrant–Attendant–Supervisor.
In this class you will: apply incident command system; identify hazards associated with rescue into permit-required confined spaces; assess and package patients; and select appropriate fall equipment, respiratory protection, and patient hauling system.
The course will be held from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sept. 23. Cost is $225; refer to class No. 63583.
Both seminars will take place at the Public Safety Training Center on LTC’s campus in Cleveland. To register by phone, call 888.GO TO LTC (888-468-6582), ext. 1366, or register online at gotoltc.edu. For questions or detailed information, call Ruth at 920-693-1167 or email at ruth.semph@gotoltc.edu.
About Lakeshore Technical College
Lakeshore Technical College is a leading provider of technical education offering 100 career programs including associate degrees, technical diplomas, technical certificates, and apprenticeship programs. In addition, LTC offers distance learning, customized training to business and industry, and continuing educational opportunities.
Serving a 200,500-resident population in east central Wisconsin, LTC operates a main campus in Cleveland; additional learning sites at LTC Manitowoc and LTC Sheboygan; Community Education Centers at area high schools in Kiel, Mishicot, Plymouth, Random Lake, Reedsville, and Two Rivers; and 27 distance learning sites. LTC’s mission is to enrich lives and strengthen the economy by preparing a workforce that is skilled, diverse and flexible. On average, 79% of LTC graduates work in the LTC District which includes Manitowoc and Sheboygan Counties, and parts of Calumet and Ozaukee Counties. Visit LTC at: gotoltc.edu.
