Fatigue is quite common among agriculture workers. In addition to affecting productivity, fatigue reduces mental and physical alertness, impairs judgment, slows reaction time, and can increase employee’s risk-taking behavior. Operating or working near farm machinery and equipment is particularly dangerous for fatigued employees. This course explains human fatigue, its health effects, and ways to […]
This training will be hosted online on GoToTraining.
Heat illness continues to be a serious concern for businesses that have employees working in environments with high air temperatures, radiant heat sources, high humidity, and strenuous physical activities. Heat-related illnesses can cause serious health problems and in some cases, lead to death. This session covers: Heat illness risk factors Signs and symptoms of […]
Are you studying for the Certification Exam and need some extra help? Have you taken the test at least once and feel you need help with the difficult sections? Then please join us for a study group session that will concentrate on some of the areas of the test that have been difficult for people, […]
This training will be hosted online on GoToTraining.
Research has shown the main reason injured employees litigate workers’ compensation claims is because they don’t feel like they have an advocate in the injury management process. Litigated claims have been linked to settlement delays, increased claims costs and a decreased chance of the employee returning to work once the claim is closed. This […]
Featuring “hands-on” exercises workshop participants will learn the basics of rate setting and why it is essential for small utilities. Key topics include a survey of the rate setting process and selected rate models, data requirements, and tips for building and implementing a sustainable rate structure. New Mexico water system board members, utility managers, and […]
Learn why disaster recovery is an important service model for housing counseling agencies; the potential effects of disasters on communities, agencies and counselors, and how housing counseling plays a key role in disaster recovery. Gain a broad understanding of agency disaster preparation and recovery roles, including pre-disaster agency planning, identifying and collaborating with key stakeholders, […]
Did the pandemic create a need for you to move a live class to a web version or write a new one? Would you like to have some tips on improving your online training skills? If you need some hands on experience and tips, please join us for this interactive webinar on how to design […]
Tractors, harvesters and other types of farm equipment travel daily on public roads. Unfortunately, fatal accidents involving farm equipment transit are increasing. Most of these accidents relate to another motor vehicle driver’s inability to react to or recognize slow moving and unfamiliar farm equipment. Farm equipment operators are also vulnerable to accidents on public roads […]