Students interested in this program should contact OTIEC; our department will generate an interest and schedule a course in the near future.
This course is designed for individuals interested in teaching the 10 and 30-hour Maritime Safety and Health Outreach Training Program. This course places special emphasis on topics which are the most hazardous in the maritime industry.
This course allows the student to become a trainer in the Outreach Training Program, to conduct 10 and 30-hour maritime classes in shipyard employment, marine terminals, and long shoring, and to issue cards to participants after verifying course completion. Students must successfully prepare a presentation on an OSHA Maritime Industry topic.
Individuals responsible for overseeing safety in: marine terminal, long shoring, and shipyard operations, as well as individuals looking to conduct 10 and 30 hour Maritime Outreach Training.
CEUs: 3.0
Prerequisites: Students must successfully complete the OSHA 5410: Occupational Safety and Health Standards for the Maritime Industry and have three (3) years maritime industry experience and at least two (2) years of occupational safety and health experience (with a broad focus) in any industry, a degree in occupational safety and health from an accredited college or university, certification as an Associated Safety Professional (ASP), a Certified Safety Professional (CSP), a Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), a Certified Marine Chemist(CMC), or a Certified Safety and Health Manager (CSHM). Outreach Training Program trainers are required to attend OSHA 5402: Maritime Industry Trainer Update Course at least every four (4) years to maintain their trainer status.
Course Length: 4 days
Recommended Materials: Pen, pencil, highlighter and writing pad
It is recommended that each student bring a laptop for use in preparing presentations.