Contact:
Elizabeth Blevins, Director, Office of Communications
Phyllis Noah, Communications Coordinator
Office: (740) 351-3810; FAX: (740) 351-3179; Cell: (740) 464-4854
940 Second Street – Portsmouth, Ohio 45662
E-mail: eblevins@shawnee.edu or pnoah@shawnee.edu
Web site: www.shawnee.edu

            Shawnee State University is offering a training course, “Confined Space Entry – Don’t Become A Victim” from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 28 in the Advanced Technology Center Room 132.
            The trainer will address the proper procedures for entering and working in a confined space as set forth in OSHA General Industry Regulation 29.
            It is recommended that any employees who must work in or near confined spaces along with managers and supervisors who need to understand confined space requirements imposed by OSHA take the course.
            The training course will cover the following material:
             Identifying, classifying and controlling confined spaces and permit required for confined spaces.
             Use and maintenance of full body harnesses, tripods, retrieval devices and other personal protective equipment (PPE).
             Correct methods for air monitoring and ventilation.
             Identify the responsibilities of authorized entrants, attendants and supervisors.
             The registration fee for the course is $195. Southern Ohio Safety Council members will receive a discount price of $139. All instructional materials are provided and lunch is included in the course fee.
             For more information, contact SSU University Outreach at (740) 351-3274 or toll-free (866) 672-8778 Ext. 3274 or e-mail dschwamberge@shawnee.edu.