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A couple of months ago, my husband and I decided to renovate our kitchen. I’ve watched a lot of HGTV, so I know a thing or two about how to make this happen. All we needed to do was pick out the countertops, cabinets, hardware, sink, fixtures, appliances, flooring and...
read moreFocus On… Warm Weather Pests
The warmer weather is indicative of many things: afternoons by the pool, cookouts with family and friends and memorable vacations. The heat also brings animals out. Some critters are harmless, but others can be potentially deadly. Ticks, spiders and snakes are...
read moreTrainer Toolbox for May 2019
OSHA Wants Your Input On Powered Industrial Trucks Safe + Sound 2019 (July) Make Sure You’re Prepared for a Radiation Emergency A Cautionary Tale: The Importance of Protecting Your Workplace from Hazards Instructor Resource—PowerPoint Presentations FOOTnotes...
read moreIES to Host May NCDBA Science and Technology Forum
NC State Industry Expansion Solutions (IES) will host the North Carolina Defense Business Association (NCDBA) Science and Technology forum at the Wilson College of Textiles on May 9th from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.. Phil Williams, the chair of the Science and Technology...
read moreWhat are logic models, and when should you use them?
There are several key components of logic models that are standard best practice. This blog will discuss these various components and provide an example of a logic model template. You may access the free logic model template here. When developing a new program, or...
read moreNorth Carolina DoD Contractors Are Eligible for Defense Industry Online Training
Did you know that defense contractors can take free classes through the Defense Acquisition University? DAU online training is available to all Federal employees and industry professionals supporting the DoD.
read moreWhat the Heck is a Spring Chicken Anyway?
While I’m not certain what a spring chicken is, it seems I am not one anymore. In fact, I recently read an article and discovered I am technically considered a member of the “older worker” demographic. I suppose that explains the constant barrage of AARP mailings and...
read moreTrainer Toolbox for March 2019
Lithium Battery Safety Controlling Silica Protecting the Privacy of Workers Fall Safety FOOTnotes – For Our Outreach Trainers: Information specific to OSHA Outreach Trainers authorized through the Southeastern OTI Education Center. Lithium Battery...
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Satisfy your annual OSHA-mandated HAZWOPER refresher training requirement online with Southeastern OSHA Training Institute Education Center’s on-demand, online 8-Hour HAZWOPER Refresher ies.ncsu.edu/courses/8-hour…
