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From 123-CBT Computer Based Training

Employment Management HRCI PHR

...e for the HRCI certification examinations in the areas of federal anti-discrimination legislation and workforce management. In this course, you'll learn about legislation that is specific to employee rights, privacy, and consumer protection. In addition, you'll learn about effective methods for creating sound job descriptions and job specifications. All the topics in this course are based on more...

Programs to Benefit Employees HRCI PHR

...fit regulations, this course will help you understand the federal legislation that mandates multiple employee benefits. You will also learn methods for designing voluntary benefits plans for the particular needs of your company's employees. All the topics in this course are based on the Benefits and Compensation functional area of the HR Body of Knowledge recommended by the Society for Human more...

Fair Labor Standards Act FLSA

...nd payroll records. The act was passed to set and enforce federal requirements on minimum wages and overtime. The FLSA became federal law in 1938 as part of President Roosevelt's New Deal its primary aim was to respond to growing concerns about poor working conditions in many industries. The FLSA regulates wages, maximum hours of work and overtime, as well as child labor. This course enables more...

Interviewing Hiring Practices

...itute a legal opinion with respect to compliance with any federal, state, or local laws. Transmission of the information is not intended to create, and receipt does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship. Readers should not act upon this information without seeking professional counsel. The information contained herein is provided only as general information that may or may not reflect more...

Record Retention

...ms and addresses the compliance requirements of state and federal law. While disposing of too many records can increase a company's legal exposure, disposing of too few records increases the costs of storing the records. In this one-hour course, you'll learn how to identify which records must be retained and for how long, the different formats in which records may be stored, techniques for more...

Documenting Discipline

Code of Conduct Awareness

Workplace Ethics

Workplace Diversity Awareness

Antitrust - Overview

...usts now commonly known as cartels. There are three major federal antitrust laws: the Sherman Antitrust Act, the Clayton Act, and the Federal Trade Commission Act. Essentially, these laws prohibit business practices that unreasonably deprive consumers of the benefits of competition, resulting in higher prices for inferior products and services. The Antitrust Division of the US Department of more...

Antitrust - Talking with the Competition

...laborations can be procompetitive or anticompetitive. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the U.S. Department of Justice ("DOJ") have issued Antitrust Guidelines for Collaborations Among Competitors. This course explains competitor collaborations and outlines these guidelines and how they are applied. SkillSoft's Legal Compliance courses are developed and maintained with subject matter more...

Antitrust - Trade Associations

...s especially susceptible to antitrust investigation under federal and state laws, such as Section 1 of the Sherman Act and Section 5 of the Federal Trade Commission Act. These laws protect a competitive marketplace in which rival firms compete with respect to prices, products, and services. This precludes any trade association activities that would constitute price fixing, allocation of markets more...

Workplace Violence

Anti-Money Laundering

Understanding the Risks of Using Internet Media Electronic Communications

Foreign Corrupt Practices Act

Intellectual Property Overview

Trade Secrets

Understanding the Americans with Disabilities Act ADA

Conflicts of Interest in the Workplace

Rightful Employment Termination

Equal Employment Opportunity Discriminatory Practices in Hiring

Privacy Information Security

...rmation. Many states have enacted their own laws, and the federal government is regulated by the Privacy Act of 1974. Legislatures are increasingly responding to calls for greater protection of private information, and stories of improper disclosures of large volumes of private information receive prominent media attention. At present, there is no broad, general federal law protecting the more...

Procurement Integrity

...t Integrity Act. The purpose of the act is to protect the federal agency procurement process from federal employees or contractors who attempt to give or obtain information that is not known to other bidders, thereby resulting in an unfair advantage to themselves. The dollar volume of government purchasing is enormous. The rules that apply to the procurement process and maintenance of its more...

FMLA Leave and More

Promoting a Substance-free Workplace

Code of Conduct Company Template

...itute a legal opinion with respect to compliance with any federal, state, or local law. Transmission of the information is not intended to create, and receipt does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship. Readers should not act upon this information without seeking professional counsel. The information contained herein is provided only as general information that may or may not reflect more...

Integrity in the Workplace

...e companies. Almost every employer is subject to state or federal laws and regulations, and if the employer does not promote an ethical culture, individual employees with integrity may choose to blow the whistle on their employer's wrongdoing. Whistleblowing isn't just for accountants or lawyers who uncover widespread evidence of fraud. It's also for average, everyday employees who discover more...

Preventing Fraud Abuse

Sarbanes-Oxley What You Need to Know

I-9 Compliance Verifying Employment Eligibility of US Non-US Citizens

Illegal Insider Trading Simulation

...eviewed, the content of this course is in compliance with federal law and court decisions. Due to the rapidly changing nature of the law, information in this course may become outdated. As a result, any individual using this course should consult with legal counsel before taking action based on this information. This product does not constitute legal advice. No warranties, express or implied, more...

Workplace Diversity Awareness Simulation

Regulatory Information

...ave safety and health standards that have been imposed by federal and state authorities. The intent of these workplace standards and requirements is to protect the health and welfare of individual employees. This one-hour course will explain how safety requirements for workplaces are established and how they are enforced. The training will also discuss important regulatory agencies and their more...

Managing Workplace Harassment Complaints Simulation

Dealing With Sexual Harassment Simulation

Doing Business with the Government

...services in the world--the U.S. government. Each year the federal government awards contracts worth over $200 billion to businesses of all sizes and diversity. Of the 20 percent of contracts designated for small businesses, one quarter are aimed at women-owned businesses and another quarter for small disadvantaged businesses or SDBs. This course outlines how businesses of all types and sizes more...

Supervisor Manager Sexual Harassment Awareness Multi-State Edition

Employee Sexual Harassment Awareness

HIPAA Privacy Essentials

The Federal Government Industry Overview Version 3

...Federal Government Industry Overview: Version 3 The federal government industry is the world's largest service provider with primary responsibility to provide essential services to its citizens funded through its collection of taxes. A federal government is usually comprised of a host of governmental departments and various stakeholders, which can include, but are not limited to, more...

Government Contracting Essentials

...e for employees of organizations who do business with the federal government and who therefore need to know how various federal laws that govern the contracting process affect their operations. Note that there may be special local or state rules that also apply, but those are not addressed in this course. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by the Employment Law Group more...

BIS Export Controls and Antiboycott Provisions

Insider Trading

Union Awareness

From Online Training Directory

OSHA 8-Hour Hazwoper Refresher

The goal of this OSHA mandated training is to provide personnel involved with the clean-up of hazardous waste sites the knowledge to safely work in a hazardous environment. This course can be completed as quickly as you care to, depending on how much time you can devote to it.Note that we have set a 90 day access period to the course with further extensions up to 6 months if needed. It is always a more...

Hazard Communication (HazCom)

...sed to hazardous chemicals in all industrial sectors, the Federal Government established the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (HCS), also known as the right to know law. This standard is based on a simple concept: that employees have both a need and a right to know the hazards and the identities of the chemicals they are exposed to when working. This course is designed to assist both more...

Shipping Infectious Substances (IATA and DOT)

This course covers the fundamentals of shipping hazardous materials, with an emphasis on infectious substances. Our 7 step approach encompasses all of the activities which must be addressed when preparing a hazardous material for shipment. This course has been updated to include recent changes to the regulations, including HM-215D. The course meets the requirements for training as specified in 49 more...

Legal Transcription Training

This unique and totally on-line program teaches you to do legal transcription and legal secretarial work. The need for legal support staff increases with the litigation processes so prevalent now. Administrative law (local, state and federal government) requires massive record-keeping. Much of that information is related to recorded hearings. The Department of Labor notes the requirement for more...

Lab Safety and Chemical Hygiene

...ratory Standard which is found in Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations Part 1910, Subpart Z, Section 1450 (29CFR 1910.1450). Under this standard all operations that meet the OSHA definition of a laboratory are subject to the Laboratory Standard. Who Should Take This Course: laboratory technicians scientists lab managers environmental, health and safety coordinators anyone developing a more...

Stack Sampling Methods 1-5

... These methods appear in title 40, part 60 of the Code of Federal Regulations (referred to as 40 CFR 60). This course serves as an introduction to the methods and provides a basic understanding of the concepts, equipment, procedures and calculations used in the methods. Helpful hints and suggestions are also incorporated into the material. US-EPA Methods 1-5 are sampling methods developed for more...

RCRA Hazardous Waste Management for Generators

...anagement Online Course provides a detailed discussion of federal solid and hazardous waste management laws and regulations that affect businesses. The course includes a history and overview of hazardous waste management laws and regulations, a guide to complying with the myriad of hazardous waste regulations including how to recognize hazardous wastes, how to manage waste correctly on site, more...

Integrating Technology in the Classroom

This course helps educators to incorporate the Internet and computers into the classroom learning environment. The course completion is set for 90 Days but the student can take less or more time to complete (1 year max). Make use of your technlogy skills in a classroom environment - (30+ Hours, On-line) The Integrating Technology in the Classroom Library of online courses has been developed to more...

QuickBooks Pro 2008

... a variety of other industries such as Architecture, Law, Federal Government, Pharmaceutical and the Oil Industry as well as extensive non-profit work. Frequently Asked Questions How long will it take me to complete the course? The amount of time it takes to complete the course is dependent upon the time you are able to spend in study. The actual length of the online video instruction is close more...

American Citizenship Test Prep

...nnected with them, diagram that shows the branches of the federal government as outlined by the U.S. Constitution, famous documents (such as `The Emancipation Proclamation,` `Declaration of Independence,` and `U.S. Constitution), you will hear the `Star Spangled Banner` and see its musical score as written by Francis Scott Key, and you will take practice tests with questions taken from actual more...

Comunicaci n Del Peligro (HazCom)

...eligrosos en todos los sectores industriales, el Gobierno Federal estableci el Est ndar de la Comunicaci n del Peligro del OSHA (HazCom) 1910.1200, tambi ©n conocido como la lay de "derecho para saber". Este est ndar se basa en un concepto simple: los empleados tienen una necesidad y un derecho de saber los peligros y las identidades de los productos qu micos a la que son expuestos more...

Customer Astonishment: The Commitment to World-Class Customer Care

...d to transform many organizations. His clients range from federal government agencies to Fortune 500 companies to small and rapidly growing firms in all industries. He is the author of eight books. Frequently Asked Questions How long will it take me to complete the course? The amount of time it takes to complete the course is dependent upon the time you are able to spend in study. The actual more...

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act Training

...users interacting with Health Information are required by federal law to have HIPAA training. Designed for everyone that deals with the healthcare industry, this course is targeted not only at Providers, Payers, Clearing Houses, but also at HR managers, Business Associates, and anyone else that wants to know about their Individual Rights under the HIPAA legislation. Coursework focuses on more...

Learning to Avoid Questionable Interview Questions

... more than the interviewing and hiring process. State and federal statutes and court decisions prohibit employers from discriminating against certain groups of people and from taking actions that impact those groups adversely and unfairly. Questionable Interview Questions Many aspects of employment are heavily regulated in the U.S., none more than the interviewing and hiring process. State and more...

Legal Transcription Training

...es so prevalent now. Administrative law (local, state and federal government) requires massive record-keeping. Much of that information is related to recorded hearings. The Department of Labor notes the requirement for staffing will grow exponentially in the next few years. Assistance from trained legal transcriptionists opens up opportunities with those who have skill sets in this area. In more...

Whistleblowing When How and Why

...federal government spends half a trillion dollars annually on medical care - one-quarter of its budget, and fraudulent claims may total $50 billion this year. One major source of fraud is the submission of false claims for government funds, such as Medicare and Medicaid. Whistleblowing The federal government spends half a trillion dollars annually on medical care - one-quarter of its budget, more...

FMLA: What Supervisors Need to Know ...ou an overview of what supervisors need to know about the Federal Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) including how it affects organizations as well as how to implement it. You will gain valuable information on qualifying events and how requests should be handled. As an extra added bonus, when you enroll you will be given up to one year access to this course. Use as a handy desktop reference more...

FLSA: What Supervisors Need to Know ...vered employees who are not otherwise exempt at least the federal minimum wage and over time pay. You will also review the guidelines on exempt versus non-exempt status, compensable time, and record keeping requirements. As an extra added bonus, when you enroll you will be given up to one year access to this course. Use as a handy desktop reference anytime from anywhere. FLSA: What Supervisors more...

From 123-CBT Computer Based Training

Industry Overview Federal Government

...Federal Government is the largest contractor and buyer of services and products in the U.S., spending over $200 billion annually. Regardless of what business you are in, chances are there is a government agency in need of your product or service. Winning a government contract can be challenging, and millions of dollars in potential contracts are lost to companies who do not understand more...

Union Awareness

After experiencing a steady decline since the early 1980s, union membership levels saw a small increase in 2007 and 2008. This change, as well as the recently proposed Employee Free Choice Act, has sparked a renewed focus on labor unions and their role in the modern workplace. As a supervisor or manager, it is important to have a basic understanding of workers' rights under the various U.S. labor more...

Export Controls

HIPAA Privacy Rules

Harassment in the Workplace

Managing Sexual Harassment Problems Simulation

Supervisor Manager Sexual Harassment Awareness

Employment and Labor Law

Management sometimes finds itself in a sensitive position involving the treatment and rights of employees. But how does management legally handle a precarious situation with employees without the legal ramifications exploding in their face? This course is an overview for management about the essentials of employment and labor law. It includes introductions to current federal laws regarding more...

Professional Selling Over the Phone Closing a Sale

...ou will speak with Lori Myers, the Purchasing Manager for Federal Credit Union, to try and resolve her objections to purchasing teller workstations from Icon. In previous conversations, Lori has been impressed with Icon's product but has been hesitant to commit to the sale since FCU's Board of Directors is resistant to upgrading FCU's current computer system. It is your responsibility to do more...

Essentials of Business Law The Legal Environment

...aw. The program identifies the structure of the state and federal court system, as well as trial procedures, jurisdiction issues, and alternative resolution methods. The program also details crimes and torts relating to businesses, as well as tort duties, vicarious and direct liabilities, and the elements of an effective corporate compliance program. Learn To more...

Economics The Principles of Economics

...es some of its focus on the US economy in general and the Federal Reserve Bank in particular. Learn To Define economics. State the economic problem of scarcity and choice. Identify the Laws of Supply and Demand. Identify how price is determined in the marketplace. more...

Economics Foundations of Macroeconomics

... economic indicators are explained, as is the role of the Federal Reserve Bank in the US. Learn To Describe the relationship between inflation and unemployment. Outline the role of government policy in macroeconomics. Recognize how to interpret the CPI. Explain how gains from more...

Implementing Wireless LANs Part 1 Concepts Technologies

... To identify guidelines from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for Radio Frequency (RF) exposure. To identify features of wireless LAN (WLAN) access points (APs). To identify features of wireless client adapters. To match antenna types with their features. more...

Interviewing Skills Laws Governing the Interview Process

In Interviewing Skills: Laws Governing the Interview Process, you will focus on laws that govern the interviewing process. You will learn how to comply with laws regarding employee interviewing and selection, including those treating Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), pregnancy discrimination, disabilities, and immigration status. Finally, you will explore the provisions, guidelines, and terms more...

Essentials of Business Law Cyberlaw

...on among employees. Choose the federal employment laws that pertain to telecommuters. Audience Managers, supervisors, or team leaders who want to gain a basic knowledge of Business Law and how to apply it in a working business environment. Deployment Options e-Learning Accreditation NASBA credits: 3 CPE Credits CEU credits: 0.30 CEUs Language more...

The Reasons Why Diversity Matters

Imagine, for a minute, a workplace where everyone is the same. All of the workers are of the same ethnicity, gender, educational background, and socioeconomic standing. With a team full of people essentially cut from the same cloth, where do the new ideas come from? How will the company ever be able to see things from a different point of view? Without diversity in the workplace, companies run the more...

Changing Corporate Culture

...tudes by learning how a diversity initiative differs from federal mandate, why some workers will object to the concept of diversity, and how to handle their opposition. This course describes the challenges of providing a climate of acceptance, explains policies and practices that further the goal of diversity, and suggests ways to leverage diversity and build inclusion. This SkillSoft product more...

Planning a Diversity Initiative

Organizations often rave about the great job they do at managing diversity; however, diversity isn't something that needs to be managed. Rather, diversity is an initiative that must permeate the company culture to be truly successful. Perhaps you've asked yourself, "How can I create an environment in which all team members, with their diverse backgrounds, can contribute to their full potential?" more...

Diversity the Future

Employers must understand the ways in which the idea of diversity will continue to expand in the years to come. They need to prepare for demographic changes that will alter both the definition of corporate culture and practices for hiring, retention, and interaction with the company. This course explores the need for a holistic approach to workplace diversity, and the effects of incorporating a more...

Government Contracting Overview of Government Contracts

This course begins by defining the rules for doing business with the USG. It then defines the suppliers, how and where to search for opportunities with the USG. The course also provides a review of a sample RFP. more...

Government Contracting Working with Government Contracts

This course reviews a sample RFP & SOW and interactively sets up a Proposal; it reviews a Contract from the USG with information regarding types of contracts. more...

From HAZMAT Plans & Programs, Inc

Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure - SPCC Online Training

...ure (SPCC) course provides an in-depth review of the EPA Federal requirements for SPCC plans and a complete analysis of the development of SPCC rules and regulations. This course provides information about the current SPCC regulations, contingency plans, facility response plans, and reporting requirements to help prevent oil spills that could reach navigable waters of the United States or more...

8 Hour RCRA Refresher CA

...roughout the 8 hour Refresher course, we will examine the federal Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), as well as the roles of the U. S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the California State Department in managing hazardous wastes. Students will learn how to comply with the RCRA program in managing hazardous wastes from "cradle to grave," i. e., from the time it is generated more...

From Pedagogy Inc- I.V. Therapy Education

Infection Prevention and Control in Long-Term Care

...ontrol Program a. Regulatory Aspects i. State and Federal ii. OSHA iii. TJC b. Program Elements i. Risk Assessment ii. Plan c. The ICP d. The Infection Control Committee e. Surveillance i. Process ii. Outcomes iii. Environmental iv. Definitions v. Analysis, Reporting, Dissemination of Information f. Patient Care Practices: Policies and Procedures more...

From Medical Survival Consultants

Patient Rights Patients in medical facilities have rights that are protected by state and federal laws. This lesson explains key elements of patient rights and prepares healthcare workers to meet accreditation standards set forth by the Joint Commission. more...

Absences from the Workplace

...federal requirements and laws governing employee absences from the workplace. The sections of this program include: FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE Workforce Trends Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Reasons for Taking Leave National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) Your Employer Must Pay during FMLA Employment Benefits During FMLA Certificate of more...

From 6P International, LLC

OSHA 1926 STD 3-11

CATEGORY: Construction COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course is designed for those in the construction industry who follow state OSHA plans and federal plans. This course discusses the 29 CFR 1926. 20, General Safety and Health Provisions, 29 CFR 1926. 21, Safety Training and Education, 29 CFR 1926. 23, First Aid and Medical Attention, and 29 CFR 1904. 2, Recordkeeping Requirements. more...

Consumer Protection Law

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course will provide you with an understanding of basics of consumer protection and the various Federal consumer protection laws. The area of consumer credit is covered in some detail due to ita s over riding influence in our daily lives. The role and activities of the Bureau of Consumer Protection are explored with an emphasis on the financial and marketing practices of more...

From Serebra Learning Corporation

Federal Government Industry Overview Version 1

Telecommunications Industry Overview Version 1

Connecting the world, the telecommunications industry stands as one of the most essential elements of the business world. It is also one of the most volatile. Plagued by regulatory discord and economic uncertainty, telecom carriers have struggled to maintain sound footing and a competitive edge, all the while endeavoring to provide crucial, uninterrupted service to their customers. In an age of more...

Project Management Government

This course focuses on project management for Federal Government agencies. Specifically, the course focuses on the differences between project management in a private organization and in the federal government This course series is designed for project managers who have a fundamental understanding of project management concepts, but are looking to apply these concepts within their government more...

Offers Contracts and Organizational Exit HRCI PHR

Human Resource (HR) professionals today have to deal with particularly sensitive subjects regarding employment. This course examines employment offers for prospective candidates, contract creation, and record-keeping requirements. In addition, the complex issues of organizational exit--including downsizing, severance, and termination--are explored. The Human Resource Certification Institute's more...

Employment Management HRCI PHR

The Human Resource Certification Institute's (HRCI) certification examinations, HRCI/PHR (Professional in Human Resources certification), cover a broad range of workforce planning and employment issues, including legislation affecting employee and consumer rights, and matters of workforce management. The HRCI certification examinations are widely recognized as the industry standard for evaluating more...

Offers Contracts and Exit from the Organization HRCI PHR

Managing Employment HRCI PHR

The Human Resource Certification Institute's (HRCI) certification examinations, HRCI/PHR (Professional in Human Resources certification), cover a broad range of workforce planning and employment issues, including legislation affecting employee and consumer rights, and matters of workforce management. The (HRCI) certification examinations are widely recognized as the industry standard for more...

Employee Benefit Programs HRCI PHR

The Human Resource Certification Institute's (HRCI) certification examinations cover a broad range of workforce planning and employment issues, including the work rules and practices that apply to employee benefit programs. As a human resources professional, you are responsible for helping to ensure that your company's practices comply with any legislation governing employee benefits and that the more...

Human Resource Development HRCI PHR

The Human Resource Certification Institute's (HRCI) certification examinations cover a broad range of workforce planning and employment issues, including human resources development and performance management. As a human resources professional, you are responsible for helping to ensure that your company's employees have maximized their potential for growth and development. This course will help more...

Occupational Health and Safety HRCI PHR

The Human Resource Certification Institute's (HRCI) certification examinations, HRCI/PHR (Professional in Human Resources certification), cover a broad range of workforce planning and employment issues, including legislation affecting employee safety and health. The (HRCI) certification examinations are widely recognized as the industry standard for evaluating Human Resource professionals' more...

Introduction to Economics Foundations of Macroeconomics

With the basics of microeconomics in place, Foundations of Macroeconomics gives the learner the opportunity to explore the wider issues examined in the field of macroeconomics. Government policies, unemployment and inflation, economic growth and stability, economic indicators are explained, as is the role of the Federal Reserve Bank in the US. This course is aimed at Managers, Directors, and more...

Doing Business with the Government

Record Retention

The Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

... wave of dramatic corporate and accounting scandals, this federal securities legislation attempts to combat corporate fraud and to enhance the accuracy and reliability of corporate disclosures made pursuant to the securities laws. The act's provisions have helped to enhance audit committee responsibility and auditor oversight, including prior approval for non-audit services by the auditor and more...

Rightful Termination

One of the most difficult things you will do as a manager is to tell an employee that his or her working relationship with the company must end. When you take this course, you will learn specific steps to follow when terminating someone's employment due to layoffs, performance problems or misconduct. You will then have the opportunity to apply what you've learned in a role play. Of course, the more...

Documenting Discipline

Disciplinary action in the workplace is a delicate matter. A serious conflict between manager and worker can give rise to a lengthy grievance procedure, or, at worst, legal action. Detailed disciplinary documents are the best defense when a manager's actions are called into question. Without these documents there may be no record of a worker's repeated infractions or failure to satisfy job more...

Harassment in the Workplace

Harassment in the workplace is not confined to sexual harassment. Harassment can be based on all protected characteristics, including race, color, national origin, religion, age, and disability. Depending on state law and other circumstances, additional characteristics such as sexual orientation and marital status may also be protected. An effective harassment prevention training program must more...

Americans with Disabilities Act ADA

This course explains the concepts, requirements, and practical application of the Americans with Disabilities Act. The ADA of 1990 makes it unlawful to discriminate in employment against a qualified individual with a disability. The Act requires all private, state, or local government employers with 15 or more employees to make sure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to apply more...

Fair Labor Standards Act FLSA

...nd payroll records. The act was passed to set and enforce federal requirements on minimum wages and overtime. The FLSA became federal law in 1938 as part of President Roosevelt's New Deal--its primary aim was to respond to growing concerns about poor working conditions in many industries. The FLSA regulates wages, maximum hours of work and overtime, as well as child labor. This one-hour course more...

Equal Employment Opportunity EEO

Think about the last time you were in an interview. Did you pay attention to the types of questions being asked? If not, you may have offered or requested information prohibited under anti-discrimination laws. It is essential to know the types of questions that can, and cannot, be asked in order to avoid charges of unfair discrimination. In this course, you will learn the Equal Employment more...

Family Medical Leave Act FMLA

Have you or a family member ever been seriously ill and needed to take medical leave? Did your employer give you the leave you deserved without it affecting your job? It is essential to understand the law of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) in order to protect yourself from losing your job or benefits. FMLA is only relevant to U.S. based employers and their U.S. based employees. In this more...

Antitrust--Overview

...sts--now commonly known as cartels. There are three major federal antitrust laws: the Sherman Antitrust Act, the Clayton Act, and the Federal Trade Commission Act. Essentially, these laws prohibit business practices that unreasonably deprive consumers of the benefits of competition, resulting in higher prices for inferior products and services. The Antitrust Division of the U.S. Department of more...

Antitrust--Talking with the Competition

Wireless LAN Organizations and Standards

In this module, we discuss the role of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in defining and enforcing the regulations governing wireless communication and the role of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) in creating standards that allow wireless devices to work together. more...

Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System

...ur course covers information required through coordinated federal, provincial and territorial legislation. This course will acquaint you with the precautions that Canadian employees and employers must take in order to safely use, handle, and dispose of hazardous chemicals in the workplace. The intent of the information in this course is to help prevent/minimize employee exposures to the more...

Environmental Regulations Overview

This one-hour course provides an overview of the major environmental laws and regulations of our time and the specific standards that outline requirements to comply with them. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. define the purpose of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) specify the purpose of the Resource Conservation more...

The Professional Teller: Understanding Banking Basics

The Professional Teller: Understanding Banking Basics gives the student an overview of the banking industry, the various departments in most banks, and the various services tellers perform. Additionally, the program covers the Federal Reserve System and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, their roles in the banking industry, and their influence in everyday banking activities. more...

The Professional Teller: A Day in the Life of a Teller

The Professional Teller: A Day in the Life of a Teller reinforces in the student the skills and knowledge developed and learned in the previous programs of the series. The student will learn the customer service process and how to deal with an angry customer. The student will also learn the check cashing process, how to recognize the various types of endorsements, what represents an acceptable more...

Economics Part 1 The Principles of Economics

In Economics: The Principles of Economics you will learn about some of the broad issues and concepts that make up the field of economics. Beginning with some basic definitions, the course builds to introduce economic systems and the concepts of scarcity and wants and how these impact economies. It also places some of its focus on the US economy in general and the Federal Reserve Bank in more...

Federal Government - Gifts and Conflicts of Interest

This course provides an overview of the ethical conduct expected of federal employees. It lists regulations that control the exchange of gifts between employees and the acceptance of gifts from outside sources. It also discusses rules that regulate the activities of employees outside the office so as to avoid any conflicts of interest. more...

Federal Government - Travel and Political Activities

This course provides an overview of the ethical conduct expected of federal employees with respect to their official travel and political activities. It describes travel allowances granted to employees and aspects of a federal travel management program. Additionally it lists rules of the Hatch Act which regulates the political activities of federal employees. more...

Essentials of Business Law: The Legal Environment

Essentials of Business Law: The Legal Environment offers the student an overview of the information needed to identify the functions classifications and sources of law. The program identifies the structure of the state and federal court system as well as trial procedures jurisdiction issues and alternative resolution methods. The program also details crimes and torts relating to businesses as more...

From Nova Training and Development

Groundwater Our Most Valuable Resource 07 CEU ...roblems in both animals and humans. It is that light that federal and provincial/ state governments have passed legislation that helps protect groundwater resources. This course gives attendees an understanding of the rational of those legislative requirements. Additionally, students will be introduced to terms such as drawdown, evapotranspiration, groundwater formation, infiltration, mining, more...

From International Career Institute

e-Business Course This course develops the skills necessary for developing and managing an e-business or e-commerce department of a larger business. Developed by leading e-business leaders, it covers a range of topics that will ensure your career in e-business has a strong foundation. How will you benefit? - Fast track your career in e-business - Learn the inside secrets of how e-business run profitable more...

From THOMAS HOUSTON associates, inc

Form I-9 Compliance Training

This course is pre-approved for recertification credit hours toward PHR, SPHR and GPHR recertification through the HR Certification Institute and Includes a Form I9 Compliance Tool Kit. This course provides and overview of the Importance of Form I-9 Compliance and potential penalties. The course covers current I-9 documentation requirements and provides specific instructions and tools to more...

From Knowledge Matters LLC

Certified Coding Associate

...medical codes for submittal to insurance companies or the Federal Government for payment, data collection, research, billing and quality improvement. Troy University offers you the most effective way to become a Certified Coding Associate in the growing healthcare industry. TROY's course for Certified Coding Associate provides a structured online training program to give you an effective, more...

Certified Medical Claims Professional

... submittal of bills sent to insurance companies or to the Federal government for payment. Some Coders/ Billers and Transcriptionists are self-employed and work from their homes. Troy University offers you the most effective way to become a Certified Medical Claims Professional in the growing healthcare industry. TROYa ™s course for Certified Medical Claims Professional provides a more...

From ProTrain Online

Comprehensive Income Tax Preparation Online

This 20-lesson Course will give you a solid foundation in individual tax preparation, enabling you to complete all of the standard returns. This Course focuses on the majority of tax forms needed to complete tax returns for yourself and the general public. In the Course you should acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to complete federal income tax returns and research tax issues. Because more...

From Chicago Safety Institute

Online Hazwoper Training (800) 275-8239

We offer HAZWOPER online training for fifteen years we have been providing this safety training for cleanup site workers. We train for the OSHA 40 Hour Hazardous Waste Workers Clean Up crews, 24 Hour for those needing an overview before surveying etc not doing intrusive clean-up work with potential for exposures, and 8 Hour for Supervisors and Managers as well as the 8 Hour Refresher which we are more...

From 713Training. Com LLC

Virtual Bankruptcy Assistant ...or bankruptcy attorneys nationwide. Because bankruptcy is FEDERAL law, the forms are basically the same in all states. That means that a virtual bankruptcy assistant in Georgia could be preparing Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy petitions for attorneys in California. Your location is irrelevant in this growing field. The training products developed by Victoria Ring and 713Training. Com are more...

From Kimball, Tirey & St. John LLP

KTS California Fair Housing Training is now on-line

Get the best training available 24/ 7 We have trained thousands of managers and their teams over the years. Our 3-hour fair housing course is the most requested program in the state by clients large and small. Now you and your entire team can get that same training 24-hours a day. And never leave the office! The California Fair Housing Course Three hours Five modules (The laws, disability, more...

From Identity Theft Protection Association, Inc.

Identity Theft Red Flags Rule Training

To be in compliance with the federal Identity Theft Red Flags Rule, covered organizations must offer annual awareness training to all appropriate employees and staff as part of their overall compliance program. more...

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Good Manufacturing Practices: Pharmaceutical: Introduction

...Federal law mandates that training in Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) must be an ongoing process for pharmaceutical workers. This course provides a consistent introductory program, which can be documented and which assures that all of your trainees have a strong understanding of the basic concepts of GMPs. This course explains the twelve provisions of CFR 210 & 211, "The Good more...

From LearningSpan, Inc.

Safety Health and Regulatory Compliance

...ity and insurance premiums. DFBS helps organizations meet federal, state, and industry drug and alcohol training requirements, and carry out their substance abuse policies, by providing technology-based education for employees and training for supervisors about drugs, alcohol, and the workplace programs to prevent their misuse. By helping companies remain drug free, DFBSa ™s training more...

Human Resources ...ity and insurance premiums. DFBS helps organizations meet federal, state, and industry drug and alcohol training requirements, and carry out their substance abuse policies, by providing technology-based education for employees and training for supervisors about drugs, alcohol, and the workplace programs to prevent their misuse. By helping companies remain drug free, DFBSa ™s training more...

From PDHengineer. com-Decatur Professional Development, LLC

Continuous Commissioning - Maximizing Building Energy Efficiency and Comfort

...l contained in the Continuous Commissioning Guidebook for Federal Energy Managers, Maximizing Building Efficiency and Comfort, DOE - Federal Energy Management Program - October 2002. The student must take a multiple-choice quiz consisting of fifty (50) questions at the end of this course to obtain PDH credits. Specific Knowledge or Skill Attained This course teaches the following specific more...

Operational Efficiency - O M Best Practices

...sing systems is a major cause of energy waste in both the federal government and the private sector. Energy losses from steam, water and air leaks, uninsulated lines, maladjusted or inoperable controls, and other losses from poor maintenance are often considerable. Good maintenance practices can generate substantial energy savings and should be considered a resource. Moreover, improvements to more...

Indoor Environmental Quality

...read and review the material contained in the Greening of Federal Facilities - Second Edition, May 2001 (Part VIII - Indoor Environmental Quality). The student must take a multiple-choice quiz consisting of ten (10) questions at the end of this course to obtain PDH credits. Specific Knowledge or Skill Attained This course teaches the following specific knowledge and skills: Indoor air more...

Building Security Initiatives Energy Savings and Trade-offs

...ecuring Buildings and Saving Energy: Opportunities in the Federal Sector, U.S. DOE Contract No. DE-AC03-76SF0098 The student must take a multiple-choice quiz consisting of ten (10) questions at the end of this course to obtain PDH credits. Specific Knowledge or Skill Attained This course teaches the following specific knowledge and skills: Security improvement ideas for buildings that more...

Sustainable Design - Integrated Building Design Building Envelope Energy Saving Opportunities

...d landscape design. Although the reference text discusses Federal Facilities, the principles apply to all building types. The student is expected to read and review the material contained in the Greening of Federal Facilities - Second Edition, May 2001 (Part IV - Building Design). The student must take a multiple-choice quiz consisting of twenty (20) questions at the end of this course to more...

Water and Wastewater Design in Buildings

...inwater harvesting. Although the reference text discusses Federal Facilities, the principles apply to all building types. The student is expected to read and review the material contained in the Greening of Federal Facilities - Second Edition, May 2001 (Part VI - Water and Wastewater). The student must take a multiple-choice quiz consisting of ten (10) questions at the end of this course to more...

Reconstruction Standards for Historic Buildings

...992, were codified as 36 CFR Part 68 in the July 12, 1995 Federal Register (Vol. 60, No. 133). Please note that The Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties are only regulatory for projects receiving federal grant-in-aid funds; otherwise, the Standards and Guidelines are intended only as general guidance for work on any historic building. This course more...

Commercial Heat Pump Water Heaters

...expected to read and review the material contained in the Federal Technology Alert - commercial Heat Pump Water Heaters, US DOE FEMP - December 1997. The student must take a multiple-choice quiz consisting of eighteen (18) questions at the end of this course to obtain PDH credits. Specific Knowledge or Skill Attained This course teaches the following specific knowledge and skills more...

Ensuring That Structures Built on Fill Are Reasonably Safe From Flooding

...r flood or Base Flood). When permitted under applicable Federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, and regulations, earthen fill is sometimes placed in an SFHA to reduce flood risk to the filled area. Under certain conditions, when engineered earthen fill is placed within an SFHA to raise the surface of the ground to or above the BFE, a request may be submitted to FEMA to revise the FIRM to more...

An Introduction to Passive Solar Buildings

..., civil, structural, mechanical and electrical engineers; federal, state and local public works and infrastructure officials; and managers with private companies responsible for design, construction, operation and maintenance of buildings and related infrastructure. The student must take a multiple-choice quiz consisting of fifteen (15) questions at the end of this course to obtain PDH more...

Preservation Standards for Historic Buildings

...992, were codified as 36 CFR Part 68 in the July 12, 1995 Federal Register (Vol. 60, No. 133). This course will be specifically based on the portion of those standards and guidelines, which concern "Preservation" of historic buildings. Preservation is defined as the act or process of applying measures necessary to sustain the existing form, integrity, and materials of an historic more...

Rehabilitation Standards for Historic Buildings

...992, were codified as 36 CFR Part 68 in the July 12, 1995 Federal Register (Vol. 60, No. 133). In Rehabilitation, historic building materials and character-defining features are protected and maintained as they are in the treatment Preservation; however, an assumption is made prior to work that existing historic fabric has become damaged or deteriorated over time and, as a result, more repair more...

Restoration Standards for Historic Buildings

...992, were codified as 36 CFR Part 68 in the July 12, 1995 Federal Register (Vol. 60, No. 133). This (four-hour) course will be specifically based on the portion of those standards and guidelines which concern "Restoration" of historic buildings. Restoration is defined as the act or process of accurately depicting the form, features, and character of a property as it appeared at a more...

Energy Policy Act of 2005 - Title I - Energy Efficiency

...ds many existing programs related to energy efficiency in Federal buildings, State energy efficiency programs, and programs that address the energy efficiency of commercial products. This is the portion of the Title that mandates the change to daylight savings time and puts a renewed interest on energy efficient products. The student must take a multiple-choice quiz consisting of twenty-six more...

Residential Guide to Earthquake Design and Construction - Part 2

...6 prepared by the Building Seismic Safety Council for the Federal Emergency Management Agency of the Department of Homeland Security. The student must take a multiple-choice quiz consisting of twenty (20) questions at the end of this course to earn PDH credits. State Board Acceptance This course can be used by professional engineers to fulfill PDH requirements mandated by state and more...

Ozone for Improving Indoor Air Quality - Myths Realityies

Overview With public concern about indoor air quality rising, many people are unknowingly making it worse by using air purifiers or other devices that intentionally inject ozone into the indoor spaces. Manufacturers and vendors of ozone generators often claim that these devices eliminate bacteria, mold, and chemical contaminants from the air, and that they help persons with asthma and allergies. more...

Residential Guide to Earthquake Design and Construction - Part 1

...6 prepared by the Building Seismic Safety Council for the Federal Emergency Management Agency of the Department of Homeland Security. The student must take a multiple-choice quiz consisting of twenty-five (25) questions at the end of this course to earn PDH credits. State Board Acceptance This course can be used by professional engineers to fulfill PDH requirements mandated by state and more...

Energy Savings in Building Electrical Mechanical and Plumbing Systems

...ithin the building. Although the reference text discusses Federal Facilities, the principles apply to all building types. The student is expected to read and review the material contained in the Greening of Federal Facilities - Second Edition, May 2001 (Part V - Energy Systems). The student must take a multiple-choice quiz consisting of forty five (45) questions at the end of this course to more...

An Engineer s Guide to Influencing Public Policy

Overview This is a tale told by an Engineer who ventured into a land seldom visited by his kind. Specifically, the Land of Public Policy. It is a story filled with high hope, confusion, disillusionment, frustration, anger, a creeping realization of how this strange new world really works and, finally, an understanding of some strategies and techniques that those of his ilk might think about more...

Interest Rates

...red what makes up an interest rate? Curious as to how the Federal Government influences the cost of borrowing money? Have you ever wondered ? what is the appropriate interest rate to use in a financial analysis? ? This course can help you understand what makes up an interest rate and how the cost of money is ultimately determined. This course is a basic primer on interest rates and it will help more...

Highways in the Coastal Environment

...rges, high tides, and bridge scour, among others. The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) describes Coastal engineering as the planning, design, construction and operation of infrastructure projects in the unique wave, tide and sand environment that is unique to the coast. This course will provide the student with the knowledge of the coastal environment to implement into their highway more...

Highway Hydrology - Part 1

...ls ?Highway Hydrology? as published on the website of the Federal Highway Administration. To receive PDH credit, the student must take a multiple choice quiz of seventy-five (75) questions. Specific Knowledge or Skill Obtained This course teaches the following specific knowledge and skills: The hydrologic cycle Rainfall/runoff processes Collection of hydrologic data more...

Geotechnical Aspects of Pavement - Part 1

...nt ?Geotechnical Aspects of Pavement? as published by the Federal Highway Administration. The student must take a multiple-choice quiz consisting of seventy-five (75) questions at the end of the course to obtain PDH credits. Specific Knowledge or Skill Obtained This course teaches the following specific knowledge and skills: The historical perspective of pavement design more...

Geotechnical Aspects of Pavement - Part 2

...l Aspects of Pavement? as published on the website of the Federal Highway Administration. This course includes a sixty-five (65) question multiple-choice quiz at the end, which you must pass to receive PDH credits. Specific Knowledge or Skill Obtained This course teaches the following specific knowledge and skills: How to determine asphalt thickness The useful life of flexible and more...

Excavation Hazards

...avation and trenching operations contained in the Code of Federal Regulations (29CFR Part 1926). This course is relevant to business owners, engineers, managers, foreman and any other personnel working in industries that require excavation and trenching operations. The student must take a multiple-choice quiz consisting of ten questions at the end of this course to obtain PDH credits. more...

Design of Small Water Systems - Water Quality Requirements

... guidelines for the states and are not enforceable at the Federal level. These guidelines address contaminants that primarily affect the aesthetic qualities relating to public acceptance of drinking water. In this course the student will review Chapter 3, "Water Quality Requirements" of EM 1110-2-503, "Design of Small Water Systems" published by the U.S. Army Corps of more...

Superpave Mixture Design

...tudent will review the U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration's publication "Superpave Mixture Design Guide" (Feb. 2001). The student must take a multiple-choice quiz consisting of fifteen (15) questions at the end of the course to obtain PDH credits. Specific Knowledge or Skill Attained This course teaches the following specific knowledge and more...

UV or Dechlorination of Wastewater - Eliminating Residual Chlorine Concerns

...nal treatment of wastewater since the passage of the 1972 Federal Water Pollution Act-FWPA. Recent changes in regulations are mandating reduced chlorine levels in wastewater outflows since studies have indicated that chlorine can be toxic to aquatic life and harmful to the shellfish industry. This course will introduce the student to UV disinfection as an alternative, which will totally more...

Fall Protection in Construction

...'s Fall Protection standards contained in the Code of Federal Regulations (29CFR Part 1926, Subpart M). This course is relevant to employers/business owners, engineers, managers, construction workers and any other personnel working in industries that are involved in working at heights and require fall protection. The student must take a multiple-choice quiz consisting of twenty-two (22) more...

Arsenic Treatment for Small Water Systems

...origin. Arsenic is primarily a groundwater issue. The new federal Arsenic Rule lowered the arsenic maximum contaminant level (MCL) from 50 ppb to 10 ppb and requires existing sources to be in compliance with the new MCL by January 2006. In this course, the student will learn about arsenic treatment occurrences and processes. The student will learn treatment design using oxidation/filtration, more...

Structural Design Criteria for Permanent Wood Foundations

... of PWF construction is accepted by major building codes, federal agencies, as well as lending, home warranty, and insurance institutions. Its acceptability comes from years of use in more than 300,000 homes and other structures throughout the United States. The construction system is very durable as demonstrated by long-term in-ground tests conducted by the U.S. Forest Service where the PWF more...

Structural Design Criteria for Raised Floor Systems

Bottomless Culvert Scour Study

... ? Laboratory results? as published on the website of the Federal Highway Administration. To receive PDH credit, the student must take a multiple choice quiz of twenty (20) questions. State Board Acceptance This course can be used by professional engineers to fulfill PDH requirements mandated by state and provincial licensing boards. Decatur Professional Development is an approved more...

Concrete Mixture Optimization Using Statistical Methods

...timization Using Statistical Methods? as published by the Federal Highway Administration. The student must take a multiple-choice quiz consisting of twenty (20) questions at the end of this course to obtain PDH credits. State Board Acceptance This course can be used by professional engineers to fulfill PDH requirements mandated by state and provincial licensing boards. Decatur more...

ADA Title II - Simplified

..., the term "public entity" does not include the Federal Government. Thus, Federal agencies are not bound by Title II, but instead must comply with sections 501 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. This course covers Subtitle A of Title II, which is intended to protect qualified individuals with disabilities from discrimination on the basis of disability in the services, more...

Analysis and Design of Dams for Earthquakes

... reasonable degree of uniformity in application among the Federal agencies involved in the planning, design, construction, operation, maintenance, and regulation of dams. The guidelines deal only with the general concepts and leave the decisions on specific criteria and procedures for accomplishing this work up to each agency. Because these guidelines generally reflect current practices, it more...

Radionuclides in Drinking Water - Regulations Treatment and Residual Disposal

...ogies, waste disposal options and considerations, and the federal statutes and regulations governing waste disposal. It will also assist those professionals that work in the upgrading and expansions of existing drinking water facilities or the design of new facilities. In this course the student will learn how the EPA Radionuclide Rule affects drinking water systems and how to respond to them. more...

Effects of Inlet Geometry on Hydraulic Performance of Box Culverts

...ydraulic Performance of Box Culverts? as published by the Federal Highway Administration. This material should be studied by those working in hydraulics, structures, transportation engineering or anyone that wishes to learn more information regarding the effects of inlet geometry on hydraulic performance of box culverts. The student must take a multiple-choice quiz consisting of twenty-five more...

Highway Hydrology - Part 2

...ls ?Highway Hydrology? as published on the website of the Federal Highway Administration. The student must take a multiple-choice quiz consisting of seventy-five (75) questions at the end of the course to obtain PDH credits. Specific Knowledge or Skill Obtained This course teaches the following specific knowledge and skills: Channel routing Att-Kin routing method Reservoir more...

Design of Small Water Systems

... guidelines for the states and are not enforceable at the Federal level. These guidelines address contaminants that primarily affect the aesthetic qualities relating to public acceptance of drinking water. Specific Knowledge or Skill Attained This course teaches the following specific knowledge and skills: The National Safe Drinking Water Act's purpose and its applicability to water more...

Countermeasures to Reduce Red-Light Running

...ce red-light running" as found on the Website of the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). The student must take a multiple-choice quiz consisting of forty (40) questions at the end of the course to obtain PDH credits. Specific Knowledge or Skill Attained This course teaches the following specific knowledge and skills: Three main countermeasures to reduce red-light running more...

Materials and Methods of Corrosion Control of Reinforced and Prestressed Concrete

...s in New Construction, U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration The student must take a multiple-choice quiz consisting of forty (40) questions at the end of this course to obtain 8 PDH credits. State Board Acceptance This course can be used by professional engineers to fulfill PDH requirements mandated by state and provincial licensing boards. Decatur more...

Ground-Fault Protection on Construction Sites

...ent grounding conductor programs contained in the Code of Federal Regulations (29CFR Part 1926). This course is relevant to business owners, engineers, managers, foreman and any other personnel associated with construction site work where portable tools and other equipment requiring flexible cords are used. The student must take a multiple-choice quiz consisting of ten questions at the end of more...

Controlling Electrical Hazards

...stry electrical safety standards contained in the Code of Federal Regulations (29CFR Part 1910). This course is relevant to business owners, engineers, managers, foreman and any other personnel working in industries that require the distribution and use of electrical power. Since almost every business in the U.S. uses electricity to power tools, appliances, computers, machinery, etc., this more...

The Electric Transmission Grid

...evolved into its present form. Understand the impact of Federal legislation on the industry. Understand how RTO's and LMP may share the future of the industry. State Board Acceptance This course can be used by professional engineers to fulfill PDH requirements mandated by state and provincial licensing boards. Decatur Professional Development is an approved provider of continuing more...

Electricity Modernization Act of 2005

...c utility grid in the United States. EMAct? 05 amends the Federal Power Act to address reliability, transmission upgrades, transmission operations, alternative fuel sources, and other items related to the operation of electric power systems. The student must take a multiple-choice quiz consisting of twenty-six (26) questions at the end of this course to obtain PDH credits. State Board more...

Underground Storage Tanks Laws O M and Leak Detection

...ials. UST custodians must understand the basics regarding federal laws as well as tank operation and maintenance (O&M). Proper O&M is first line of defense in preventing UST leaks, and this in turn requires that owners/operators understand key features of their tanks: size, content, leak detection, spill control, overfill protection, and corrosion protection. Leak detection for piping is more...

Hydraulic Design of Energy Dissipators for Culverts and Channels

...issipators for Culverts and Channels? as published by the Federal Highway Administration. The student must take a multiple-choice quiz consisting of seventy (70) questions at the end of the course to obtain PDH credits. Specific Knowledge or Skill Obtained This course teaches the following specific knowledge and skills: How Froude number is related to the hydraulic jump How to more...

Design of Roadside Channels with Flexible Linings Part 2

...a publication from the U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, National Highway Institute: Publication No. FHWA-NHI-05-114. Design of Roadside Channels with Flexible Linings. Hydraulic Engineering Circular No. 15, Third Edition. September 2005. Part 2 covers chapters 5 through 7. The target audience is highway and hydraulic engineers with an interest in controlling more...

Design of Roadside Channels with Flexible Linings Part 1

...o-part course based on U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, National Highway Institute Publication No. FHWA-NHI-05-114, Design of Roadside Channels with Flexible Linings (Hydraulic Engineering Circular No. 15, Third Edition, September 2005). Part 1 covers chapters 1 through 4. The target audience is highway and hydraulic engineers with an interest in controlling more...

Control of Hazardous Energy - Lockout Tagout

...This publication outlines the requirements in the Code of Federal Regulations (29CFR Part 1910) for lockout/tagout procedures to protect workers servicing machinery. This course is relevant to business owners, engineers, managers, foreman and any other personnel working in industries that require the servicing and/or maintenance of machinery that can injure or kill workers if the equipment more...

Process Safety Management

...This publication outlines the requirements in the Code of Federal Regulations (29CFR Part 1910.119) for Process Safety Management to prevent or mitigate disasters affecting workers and communities. This course is relevant to owners, engineers, managers, foreman and any other personnel working in industries that deal with highly hazardous chemicals including petrochemicals, transportation, more...

Code of Ethics for Engineers

...rk Engineers' rights to competitive bidding per the federal antitrust legislation State Board Acceptance This course can be used by professional engineers to fulfill PDH requirements mandated by state and provincial licensing boards. Decatur Professional Development is an approved provider of continuing education in all states that pre-approve course providers. In all other states more...

Energy Policy Act of 2005 - Title II - Renewable Energy

...ted States. Title II modifies and expands many existing Federal programs such as the Energy Conservation and Production Act, Energy Policy Act of 1992, The Geothermal Steam Act of 1970, and the Federal Power Act, to name a few. It includes plans for increased use of renewables at Federal facilities, development of new geothermal steam leases and related resources on public lands, public power more...

Fire Protection and Prevention

...tection and Prevention standards contained in the Code of Federal Regulations (29CFR Part 1926, Subpart F). This course is relevant to employers/business owners, engineers, managers, construction workers and any other personnel working in industries that are involved in working in environments with potential fire hazards. The student must take a multiple-choice quiz consisting of twenty (20) more...

Biomass Cofiring in Coal-Fired Boilers

...energy technologies and increase our energy security, the Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP) in the U.S. Department of Energy, Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, assists government agencies in developing biomass energy projects. As part of that assistance, FEMP has prepared this Federal Technology Alert on biomass cofiring technologies. This publication was prepared to help more...

An Introduction to the Facilities Planning Process Area Development Plans

Assuring Project Quality

...ed QA criteria that are formally published in the Code of Federal Regulations, which are: Organization Quality Assurance Program Design Controls Procurement Document Control Instructions, Procedures and Drawings Document Control Control of Purchased Material, Equipment and Services Identification and Control of Materials, Parts and Components Control of Processes Inspection Test more...