Safety Meeting Topics
TT&S develops safety courses targeted to the needs of our members. If you are interested in what we have to offer, contact us about joining today!
Active Shooter/Workplace Violence
Asbestos
covers what asbestos is, where it might be found, symptoms of exposure and health issues, and protection
Batteries
covers battery safety for a variety of battery types
Bloodborne Pathogens
Common pathogens and basic safety measures for non-medical personnel
Cargo Hauling
This encompasses two separate but related topics:
* Cargo Securement Training
* Trailers & Trailering
* Cargo Securement Training
* Trailers & Trailering
Confined Spaces
Learn about the hazards and preventing injury in confined spaces. This topic has three options:
* Confined Spaces - Manholes
* Confined Spaces - Attics & Crawl Spaces
* Confined Spaces (includes manholes, attics, & crawl spaces)
* Confined Spaces - Manholes
* Confined Spaces - Attics & Crawl Spaces
* Confined Spaces (includes manholes, attics, & crawl spaces)
Customer Service
general telecom-focused customer service for phone reps and for technicians visiting customer premises, including how to deal with upset and aggressive customers.
Cybersecurity
the most common issues that the average end user might encounter.
Dangerous Animals, Insects, Plants
A brief review of the most dangerous animals, insects, and plants for different areas. Options available:
* Dangerous Animals, Insects, Plants (ND)
* Dangerous Animals, Insects, Plants (SW US)
* Aggressive Dogs
* Dangerous Animals, Insects, Plants (ND)
* Dangerous Animals, Insects, Plants (SW US)
* Aggressive Dogs
Defensive Driving
NDHP-approved classroom defensive driving course for insurance discount, about 4 hours
Electrical Safety
Basic electrical safety for non-electricians, including overhead powerlines and/or underground lines.
Emergency Procedures
general overview of the importance of having an EAP, the incidents that need to be covered, and the parts required in the document
Ergonomics & Lifting Safety
Learn to minimize the different types of injuries that can happen in your workspace and prevent back injuries
Fall Protection
general refresher and reminder, including personal fall arrest systems
Fiber Optic Safety
Basic fiber handling safety
Fire Safety
Learn how to prevent fires, and if you need to use a fire extinguisher, learn the P.A.S.S. method.
First Aid/CPR/AED
refresher course covering all important first aid and CPR topics, including live dummy hands-on CPR
Forklifts
This presentation is used for our hands-on forklift certifications but can be presented as a refresher of forklift safety.
H2S
Learn the identifying characteristics, sources, and likely locations of hydrogen sulfide, and also the symptoms of exposure and protections to take.
Hand & Power Tool Safety
Hazard Recognition
Think safety in everything. Learn to evaluate risks and recognize the hazards they pose in order to avoid injuries.
HazCom - GHS
Includes explanations of the Globally Harmonized System pictograms and SDS 16-section form with examples.
Ladder Safety
There are three levels of ladder safety: general safety, refresher training, and hands-on inspections.
Lock Out/Tag Out
Learn when to lock-out a machine or tool or just tag it as unusable.
Office Safety
Multiple sections:
* Slips, Trips, Falls
* Stairways, Ladders, Step Stools
* Fire Safety basics
* Space heaters
* Ergonomics & Lifting Safety
* Slips, Trips, Falls
* Stairways, Ladders, Step Stools
* Fire Safety basics
* Space heaters
* Ergonomics & Lifting Safety
Personal Protective Equipment
Learn about the various protections for all parts of the body from head, eyes, ears, and face to hands, feet, and lungs and what to use in different situations.
Radon
Learn where it's found and what to do about it.
Railroad Safety
the dangers of railroads and how to avoid train accidents
Ratchet Straps
A Youtube video on proper ratchet tie-down strap use
Respiratory Protection
This covers a variety of items related to protecting the lungs and breathing, including specific topics:
* 4 Gas Meters
* Asbestos
* Silica
* Respiratory Protection w/ Asbestos
* 4 Gas Meters
* Asbestos
* Silica
* Respiratory Protection w/ Asbestos
RF Radiation
Basic cautions of radio frequency radiation exposure
Sexual Harassment
Learn about the law, the forms of sexual harassment, and what you can do to prevent it.
Sharp Objects
Recognize the risks of sharp objects and learn the precautions to take when handling them.
Silica
Recognize the risks and take precautions against the dangers of silica exposure.
Slip, Trips, & Falls
walking and working surface hazards
Summer Safety
multiple sections:
* heat risks
* sun risks
* severe weather
* heat risks
* sun risks
* severe weather
Trenching & Shoring
covers the dangers of trenches and the precautions to take
Winter Safety
Sections include wind chill dangers, cold-related illnesses (including frostbite), and winter driving.
Work Zone Safety
covers basics for telecom workers, including high-visibility clothing requirements