 Sharing:
Not only is storing training records important, but being able to externally share that information is also important for a number of different reasons including site entry. Excel/Paper Records: Most companies currently just keep this information stored on multiple excel spreadsheets or just keep paper records. However, the records are rarely easy to find and hard to externally share easily. Training Management System: STAC is an online cloud-based training management system (TMS) that can track and house any information including training records, drug test, professional licenses, medical files, HR personnel file, etc. STAC QR: All information in the system can be externally shared via a QR enabled card or hardhat sticker that can be scanned by any device.
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 What is a TMS:
A training management system (TMS) can track training courses and help participants track their career goals in terms of training and serve as a library for the organization’s policies, procedures and training materials. A TMS can also store the information from a learning management system (LMS). The STAC system can house any information: training, drug test, professional licenses, HR personnel file, etc. Consolidation: The STAC TMS allows you to consolidate all training records and personnel files into one secure online electronic database. No more having to search through multiple file cabinets; all the documents are in one place that is easily accessible! Cost The cost of one filing cabinet (in which only one person touches) cost on average $32,000 a year alone! Electronic storage of records is 13 to 31 times more cost effective! An investment in the STAC TMS could save you tens of thousands of dollars! Filing Cabinet Cost Calculator: Material = $25,000 (when filled) Productivity = $14,000/year per staff member Space & Security = $2,000/year Productivity: The STAC TMS also sends out automated reminders every month on what training expires in the next 30, 60, and 90 days (a report can be generated to also get that information). This allows the individual to not have to research through spreadsheets or filing cabinets. The information is at your fingertips! This allows the individual to spend more time in the field or doing other essential task!  Subpart: D – Occupational Health and Environmental Controls
OSHA Standard: 1926.59/1910.1200 Occurrence: Initially upon assignment. Frequency: As chemicals, conditions or roles change. Training Style: Hands on training, toolbox talk, classroom instruction. Background: The purpose of this section is to ensure that the hazards of all chemicals produced or imported are classified, and that information concerning the classified hazards is transmitted to employers and employees. This standard is to be consistent with the provisions of the United Nations Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS), Revision 3. The transmittal of information is to be accomplished by means of comprehensive hazard communication programs, which are to include container labeling and other forms of warning, safety data sheets and employee training. Employer Responsibilities: Employers are required to provide employees with effective information and training on hazardous chemicals in their work area at the time of their initial assignment, and whenever a new chemical hazard the employees have not previously been trained about is introduced into their work area. Employees shall be informed of:
Employee training shall include at least:
Employee Responsibilities: Employees are expected to take an active role with the training and ask questions as they arise. They are also expected to ensure that they do not perform task that they have not been trained or is outside there scope of work. Contact STAC for assistance if you have any questions! cbengel@staccard.com  A popular event in the early phases of Army Basic Combat Training is the gas chamber. This event is known as a “Confidence Training Event” as you learn the ability of the protective mask. The chemical used in the chamber is called orto-chlorobenzylidene-malononitrile, or simply CS or Tear gas. Yes, it is the same gas the police officers use for riot control. Tear gas is an irritant; specifically, it irritates mucous membranes in the eyes, nose, mouth and lungs, causing tearing, sneezing, coughing, and in some case vomiting. Although I will say, it does clear out the sinuses quite well.
Depending on the component (active, reserve, or national guard) this might be the only experience that soldiers get to perform “confidence training” with a Protective Mask; note, it is not called a gas mask, because it protects the individual from more than just gases. I say this as a Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (74D) Sergeant – basically I’m in charge of the maintenance of the Protective Masks for my unit. Anyways, back to basic training. Initial entry soldiers look forward to the gas chamber for a number of different reasons: 1) Checking off one of the major training events, 2) Rite of passage 3) Experience of tear gas Plus, it’s not like you can say “no” and skip the event. On the morning of the gas chamber we marched through the woods and less than a mile from our barracks to a black painted cinder block building with no windows. We were given instruction on the correct wear and use of the mask than onto waiting to get a turn in the gas chamber. I was one of the last groups to go into the gas chamber, so I had to sit and watch everyone else suffer as they burst out of the building from inhaling the tear gas. I lined up with a group of 20 recruits and went inside the gas chamber. Once inside I could barely see, the room was thick with the CS gas. But, something that did instill confidence in my mask, I did not experience any respiratory irritations. The only discomfort I experienced was the gas was irritating my sun burn on my neck. Next, we cycled through many different exercises to get our heart and breathing rate up. The inevitable was next, the Drill Sergeant tapped my shoulder to give me the signal to remove my mask and take a deep breath and recite the Soldier’s creed. I got through one line and my lungs started to burn and it became difficult to breathe. After reciting the second line the Drill Sergeant let me leave. I rushed out and started flapping my arms, the international symbol for I might be exposed to a hazardous chemical. My eyes were watering, my nose was running, my lungs felt like they were on fire and I couldn’t stop coughing, but at least I didn’t throw up. While most training doesn’t have to be this extreme, the experience would have been completely different if we just wore our protective mask without experiencing the CS gas. Hands on-training and confidence testing of gear/equipment plays an essential role in being able to trust the gear. It is important to incorporate as much hands-on training into safety classes to ensure individuals retain the information and that they can obtain confidence in their gear.  Subpart: D – Occupational Health and Environmental Controls
OSHA Standard: 1926.57 Occurrence: Initially upon assignment. Frequency: As equipment, conditions, or roles change. Training Style: Hands on training, toolbox talk, classroom instruction. Background: This standard relates to sand-blasting, spray booths, and open surface tanks. Whenever hazardous substances such as dusts, fumes, mists, vapors, or gases exist or are produced in the course of construction work, their concentrations shall not exceed the limits specified in 1926.55(a). When ventilation is used as an engineering control method, the system shall be installed and operated according to the standard. The local exhaust ventilation shall be designed to prevent dispersion into the air of dusts, fumes, mists, vapors, and gases in concentrations causing harmful exposure. Such exhaust systems shall be so designed that dusts, fumes, mists, vapors, or gases are not drawn through the work area of employees. The exhaust system shall be in operation continually during all operations which it is designed to serve. If the employee remains in the contaminated zone, the system shall continue to operate after the cessation of said operations, the length of time to depend upon the individual circumstances and effectiveness of the general ventilation system. When dust leaks are noted, repairs shall be made as soon as possible. Employers must use only respirators approved by NIOSH under 42 CFR part 84 for protecting employees from dusts produced during abrasive-blasting operations. Additional requirements are included for open surface tanks. All employees working in and around open-surface tank operations must be instructed as to the hazards of their respective jobs, and in the personal protection and first aid procedures applicable to these hazards. If, in emergencies, such as rescue work, it is necessary to enter a tank which may contain a hazardous atmosphere, suitable respirators, such as self-contained breathing apparatus; hose mask with blower, if there is a possibility of oxygen deficiency; or a gas mask, shall be used. If a contaminant in the tank can cause dermatitis, or be absorbed through the skin, the employee entering the tank shall also wear protective clothing. At least one trained standby employee, with suitable respirator, shall be present in the nearest uncontaminated area. The standby employee must be able to communicate with the employee in the tank and be able to haul him out of the tank with a lifeline if necessary. Contact STAC for assistance if you have any questions! cbengel@staccard.com |
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