Participants will learn: active shooter trends & characteristics, actionable techniques you can use to prepare for and/or respond to an active shooter incident, practical survival tips to help you survive an active shooter incident, techniques you can use to potentially prevent an active shooter attack, and GW University-specific resources to help you prepare for; mitigate; respond to; and recover from an active shooter incident.
Duration: 1 hour
This training reviews the potential respiratory hazards while performing on-the-job tasks and recognizing conditions where respirators are needed. This course outlines the procedures for respiratory protection to include proper fitting and use of a respirator.
Duration: 1 hour
GWPD self-protection and defense instruction covers basic stances, strikes, and blocks. Each technique is specifically designed to be effective in the event of a physical attack regardless of the size, weight, or strength of the adversary. This class will be engaging and active participation is expected. Also, we ask that participants refrain from wearing loose, expensive or extensive jewelry to prevent loss or damage. This class may be physically demanding on persons with pre-existing physical conditions. You may be encouraged to not engage in some of the activities as a precaution against aggravating your condition; however, instructors will work with you to maximize your participation with limited involvement. Athletic apparel is considered appropriate attire for this course. All required protective and defensive equipment will be provided by GW Police.
Next Class: Fall Semester 2022
Duration: 4 hours
Description: Required annual training for Division of Operations employees. This training provides staff with the proper education about the hazards of asbestos and lead and where they could be found on GW campuses and protection from exposure.
Duration: 1 hour
Target Audience: Facilities, Planning, Construction and Management employees
Description: Required annual training for Division of Operations employees who often have to lift heavy items during the work day. This course will educate you on three primary ways to maintain a healthy back while working use proper lifting techniques, maintain a healthy weight and exercise to keep the back muscles strong. As a participant, you will get a chance to practice proper lifting techniques during the class.
Duration: 1 hour
Target Audience: Facilities, Planning, Construction and Management employees
Description: The course covers biosafety levels of research areas, Universal Precaution vs. Standard Precaution and maintaining good infection control practices while working at GW. This course also includes a demonstration of proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). It is highly recommended to take Laboratory Safety training prior to this course.
Duration: 1 hour
Target Audience: GW employees who will be in contact with blood and/or human or animal bodily fluids.
For more information visit the Office of Lab Safety website.
Description: Required annual training for Division of Operations employees. Entry into certain types of confined spaces, such as manholes, crawlspaces, tanks and pipe chases, may pose a significant risk to workers. Employees who may need to enter these spaces should be trained in the safe work practices and Personal Protective Equipment required. Training must be provided prior to entry into space and repeated whenever there are changes in hazards.
Duration: 1 hour
Target Audience: Facilities, Planning, Construction and Management employees
Description: Required annual training for Division of Operations employees. This course provides the understanding of electrical hazards in and around the workplace.
Duration: 1 hour
Target Audience: Facilities, Planning, Construction and Management employees
Description: Required annual training for Division of Operations employees. This course enables employees to recognize the hazards of falling when working on elevated surfaces (e.g., roofs, scaffolds, aerial lifts).
Duration: 1 hour
Target Audience: Facilities, Planning, Construction and Management employees
Description: To learn the basics of how to prepare for emergencies on-campus. You will learn the difference between evacuation and shelter-in-place when to perform the action, fire prevention tips and emergency resources available.
Duration: 1 hour
Contact [email protected] for additional information.
Description: This annual training was developed to educate the GW community on the new Globally Harmonized System (GHS) of chemical classification and labeling.
Duration: 2 hours
Target Audience: Facilities, Planning, Construction and Management employees, Research Faculty, Research Staff and Research Support Staff
Hot Work and Red Tag Permit
Description: Required annual training for Division of Operations employees. This training review the definition, processes, and process for when, where and how to get a hot work or red tag permit.
Duration: 1 hour
Target Audience: Facilities, Planning, Construction and Management employees
Description: Required annual training for Division of Operations employees. This training provides staff with the proper education about the hazards of lead and where they could be found on GW campuses and protection from exposure.
Duration: 1 hour
Target Audience: Facilities, Planning, Construction and Management employees
Description: Required annual training for Division of Operations employees. This training review the definition, processes, and process when where and how to use the university’s lock out/tag out system.
Duration: 1 hour
Target Audience: Facilities, Planning, Construction and Management employees
Description: Required annual training for Division of Operations employees on how to maneuver motor vehicles or utility vehicles across the GW campuses. This course will educate staff about general driving techniques and tips on how to maintain the motor vehicle.
Duration: 1 hour
Target Audience: Facilities, Planning, Construction and Management employees
Description: Required annual training for Division of Operations employees. This course teaches staff the hazards of working around and with power tools, machine guarding, electrical safety tips and how to use proper protective equipment while using power tools.
Duration: 1 hour
Target Audience: Facilities, Planning, Construction and Management employees
