Occupational Safety and Health
December 2024 Newsletter
Season’s Greetings from UC San Diego’s OSHA Training Institute Education Center! 🎄 As 2024 comes to a close, we’re reflecting on a year filled with growth, learning, and incredible connections. This month, we’re excited to share highlights from recent events, updates on upcoming programs, and a look ahead to what’s coming in 2025. Whether you’re pursuing professional development or looking to enhance workplace safety in the new year, we’re here to support your goals. Stay tuned for all the latest updates, and thank you for being part of our vibrant safety community. Warm wishes for a safe and joyful holiday season!
Holiday Closures Reminder: Please note that our office will be closed for the holidays starting December 23 until January 6. During this time, our team will be unavailable to respond to inquiries or process registrations. We encourage you to plan ahead and reach out before the holiday break to ensure any needs are addressed. Thank you for your understanding.
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Discover our diverse selection of in-person, virtual, and hybrid courses, including new offerings like the Event Safety Certificate Program, launching in Winter 2025. Whether you're a seasoned safety professional or just beginning your OSHA training, our programs are designed to help you achieve your goals.
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Event Safety is Everyone's Job
Experience Highlights from Our Inaugural Event Safety Course!
We’re proud to share a glimpse into our first-ever Introduction to Event Safety course, held aboard the historic USS Midway on Veterans Day. This immersive training served as the foundation for our new Event Safety Certificate Program, equipping participants with essential skills to manage risks and ensure safe event production. The course covered key topics such as stakeholder identification, risk management, and the hierarchy of controls, all in a truly unforgettable setting. Check out the full photo album to see the energy and enthusiasm of this incredible milestone event!
A Big Thank You to the Event Safety Summit!
The 2024 Event Safety Summit: Rising Tides was an incredible experience! This premier event brought together safety professionals from across the industry to explore cutting-edge strategies, share best practices, and network with leaders in live event safety. A huge thank-you to everyone who stopped by our booth! We were excited to share insights about UC San Diego’s OSHA Training Institute Education Center and introduce our Event Safety Certificate Program, launching in Winter 2025. This program is designed to provide professionals with the critical knowledge and skills needed to manage safety in live events and entertainment. If you’re ready to stay ahead in this dynamic industry, this program is for you! Couldn’t attend the summit? Don’t miss your chance to be part of the future of event safety. Learn more about the Event Safety Certificate Program and how it can help you elevate your expertise. For questions about the certificate program, email us at oshatraining@ucsd.edu.
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Regional Realignment and What it Means for You
OSHA’s May 2024 regional realignment is reshaping training and compliance across the country, including the creation of a new office in Birmingham, Alabama, and a merger of Regions 9 and 10 into the San Francisco region. At UC San Diego Extended Studies OSHA Training Institute Education Center, we’re ready to help you navigate these changes with expanded Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT) options and in-person courses in San Diego. Stay compliant and connected with our updated programs—learn more in our full blog!Your Next Learning Opportunity Awaits
| UPCOMING IN-PERSON CLASSES | ||
| Safety Inspection Techniques | $725 | |
| Jan 21-23 (T-Th) | In-Person, San Diego | SID:186427 |
| OSHA 511 - OS&H Standards for General Industry | $795 | |
| Jan 27-30 | In-Person, Tucson | SID:186440 |
| OSHA 511 - OS&H Standards for General Industry | $795 | |
| Feb 3-6 | In-Person, San Diego | SID:186433 |
| OSHA 510 - OS&H Standards for the Construction Industry | $795 | |
| Feb 3-6 | In-Person, Phoenix | SID:186854 |
| OSHA 521 - OSHA Guide to Industrial Hygiene | $825 | |
| Feb 10-13 | In-Person, San Diego | SID:186434 |
| OSHA 7200 - Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Control | $250 | |
| Feb 14 (F) | In-Person, San Diego | SID:186675 |
| OSHA 2455 - Safety & Health Management | $725 | |
| Feb 18-20 (T-Th) | In-Person, San Diego | SID:186435 |
| OSHA 501 - Trainer Course in OS&H Standards for General Industry | $795 | |
| Mar 17-20 | In-Person, San Diego | SID:186436 |
| OSHA 500 - Trainer Course in OS&H Standards for the Construction Industry | $795 | |
| Mar 24-27 | In-Person, Phoenix | SID:186855 |
| OSHA 2225 - Respiratory Protection | $825 | |
| Mar 24-27 | In-Person, San Diego | SID:186676 |
*While these are just a few of our in-person offerings, we also have a wide range of courses available, including Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT) options to fit your learning style and schedule. For a complete list of all our courses, visit our website: osha.ucsd.edu. We look forward to seeing you in the classroom—or online!