Workers Trained to Safely Respond to HazMat Emergencies
NIEHS Award Provides Ongoing Support to TNEC-CSEA for 2015-2020
In the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy in 2012,
The New England Consortium (TNEC) researchers found that workers who were charged with the cleanup of materials and property were exposed to mold and other biological and chemical hazards.
The NIEHS Worker Training Environmental Careers Program Produces Positive Returns
The NIEHS Worker Training Program Produces Positive Returns
In a new report, an annual federal investment of $3.5 million in the Environmental Career Worker Training Program (ECWTP) generates a $100 million return. The economists who authored the report found fiscal benefits in the program's positive effect on earnings that also lead to additional revenue through taxes, reduced costs related to workplace injury, a reduction in hiring costs for businesses, decreased costs related to crime, and fewer social program transfers. The Economic Impact of the ECWT Program(1MB)
Coffee Workers Exposed to Diacetyl and 2,3-Pentanedione
NIOSH found cases of apparent Popcorn Lung disease among workers in a Tyler, Texas coffee processing plant who roasted, ground and sometimes flavored coffee beans. Source: RI COSH.
Eye of the Storm: Preparing Vulnerable Workers for Safe Storm Clean-Up
April 20, 2016 at UMass Lowell. More details to follow.
Training Matters
Eight Hour Emergency Responder/Site Worker Refresher in New Hampshire
TNEC will hold an 8-Hour Refresher at NH COSH offices on April 19, 2016. NH COSH offices are located 161 Londonderry Turnpike, Hooksett, NH. Classes run from 8:00am - 4:30 pm. Register for the class
here.
Training At It's Best
TNEC students work with simulated work tasks and mock incidents and gain a better understanding of work site hazards and how to properly respond in an emergency.
Going beyond the letter of the law with effective training TNEC/CSEA works to strengthen organizational effectiveness, instill community confidence and improve productivity and profitability. TNEC's goal is to contribute to the health and safety of workers in the New England region. A well trained staff will limit injuries and save lives. We thank all of our customers for your confidence in our knowledgeable trainers and support over the past 26 years.
Sincerely,
Therese O'Donnell
UMass Lowell The New England Consortium
