Course Information

Incidental Spill Cleanup and Emergency Response

Details:

Number:0
Hours:8
Active:Yes
Certification Only:No

Tracks:

TrackHoursInitial
Class I, III Landfill Operator0False
Construction and Demolition Debris Landfill Operator0False
Material Recovery Facility Operator0False
Spotter / Waste Screener0False
Transfer Station Operator0False

Providers:

    Description:

    COURSE DESCRIPTION

    This 4-hour course will provide instruction on the following topics:

    • Hazard recognition
    • Spill control and reporting
    • Worker protection
    • Waste site activities such as characterization, waste handling, and decontamination

    Students will have the opportunity to apply what they have learned in a hands-on simulated incident response.

     

    WHO SHOULD ATTEND

    • Safety coordinators
    • Emergency responders
    • Facility employees and supervisors
    • Safety brigades
    • Transportation supervisors

     

    INSTRUCTOR BIOGRAPHY

    Cindy Mercado, ASP – Cindy is an OSHA-authorized Outreach Trainer and a proven leader in Safety and Change Management. With a background in Environmental Health and Safety, Cindy has experience in hazard identification and risk management, implementing strategies to reduce workplace injuries/illnesses, and delivering training related to workplace safety and risk reduction.

     

    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

    • Students will receive a Certificate of Attendance upon successful completion of the course.
    • In addition to classroom instruction, students will utilize the UF TREEO Safety Yard for safety demonstrations. Closed toed shoes are required.

     

    Contact Information

    For more information contact Laurie Brown (352) 294-0856 or Melissa Hamilton (352) 294-3879