Jan 16, 2018 |
Develop your welding skills through this course that combines practical theory and instructor demonstrations with hands-on practice in the welding booth. Safe and correct methods of equipment operation is emphasized along with supervised use of common tools used in basic oxyacetylene and arc welding. Preparation for AWS Certifications in multiple procedures is offered. PPE is required; Please bring metatarsal boots/shoes and FR Jacket. Gloves and welding hoods will be provided. Six (6) sessions, Offered either Tuesday evening or Thursday morning. Students may attend one session per week. Class size limited to eight (8) per day as this is the number of welding booths...
Aug 14, 2017 |
Acquire entry level operation and skills training in the proper techniques, safe operation, and general maintenance of residential construction equipment; Backhoe, Mini Excavator, Excavator, and Track Loader. Course projects include layout and excavation of footers/building foundations, pool installation, working around utility pipe, slope ditches and trenches. Successful completion of the program will require the student to complete all forty (40) hours of training and take all required tests and reviews. USW Active Employees only. Four (4) 10-hour sessions, Choose only one: Fridays and Saturdays or Saturdays and Sundays. Each class size is limited to six (6)...
Aug 10, 2017 |
Acquire entry level operation and skills training in the proper techniques, safe operation, and general maintenance of residential construction equipment; Backhoe, Mini Excavator, Excavator, and Track Loader. Course projects include layout and excavation of footers/building foundations, pool installation, working around utility pipe, slope ditches and trenches. Successful completion of the program will require the student to complete all forty (40) hours of training and take all required tests and reviews. USW Active Employees only. Four (4) 10-hour sessions, Choose only one: Fridays and Saturdays or Saturdays and Sundays. Each class size is limited to six (6)...
Jul 13, 2017 |
This class has been cancelled due to low enrollment response. Alternative dates- Aug. 2-3. Participants in this 16-hour course will be introduced to rope, rope hardware, patient packaging, and basic haul systems; which can be used in various aspects of rescue. The intent of this course is to provide rope and basic rigging experience for anyone interested in rope rescue. Students will receive a PA State Fire Academy Certificate COURSE TOPICS Characteristics and Care of Rope Rope Gear and Hardware Knots and Hitches Patient Packaging/Stokes Tie-In Stokes Basket Handling Introduction to Haul Systems, 1:1, 2:1, 3:1, 4:1 FIELD EXERCISES Demonstrate Lowering Systems and Switching to Haul Systems Practice Haul and Lower Systems Demonstrate and Practice Anchor Systems, Lower, and Haul Systems as related to Confined Space Practice all above Low Angle Stokes Basket Obstacle Course using Haul and Lower Techniques Class Wrap Up and Student Evaluation WHO SHOULD ATTEND Personnel that in their job duties are members of Confined Space Rescue Teams, Post Fall Rescue Teams or any other team that would require this type of training. Course meets/exceeds all consensus requirements under NFPA 1006 in preparation for the ProBoard Practical...
Jul 13, 2017 |
Participants in this 16-hour course will be introduced to rope, rope hardware, patient packaging, and basic haul systems; which can be used in various aspects of rescue. The intent of this course is to provide rope and basic rigging experience for anyone interested in rope rescue. Students will receive a PA State Fire Academy Certificate. COURSE TOPICS Characteristics and Care of Rope Rope Gear and Hardware Knots and Hitches Patient Packaging/Stokes Tie-In Stokes Basket Handling Introduction to Haul Systems, 1:1, 2:1, 3:1, 4:1 FIELD EXERCISES Demonstrate Lowering Systems and Switching to Haul Systems Practice Haul and Lower Systems Demonstrate and Practice Anchor Systems, Lower, and Haul Systems as related to Confined Space Practice all above Low Angle Stokes Basket Obstacle Course using Haul and Lower Techniques Class Wrap Up and Student Evaluation WHO SHOULD ATTEND Personnel that in their job duties are members of Confined Space Rescue Teams, Post Fall Rescue Teams or any other team that would require this type of training. Course meets/exceeds all consensus requirements under NFPA 1006 in preparation for the ProBoard Practical...
