Safety Training

Welcome to the Michigan Tech's Training Resources. 

EHS are happy to assist with training assignment and record keeping.

However, Supervisors are ultimately responsible for ensuring employees have received appropriate training.

Safetyskills

Michigan Tech uses HSI/Safety Skill system to offer variety of modules covering various training needs. The system is designed for general industry and covers only generic requirements.

For safety skill inquiries, submit the ticket via EHS portal.

Supervisors are responsible to provide site specific/job specific trainings that is not offered by HSI/Safety Skills. 

Equipment handling and operation

EHS will coordinate equipment operation training.

Submit the ticket via EHS portal for the following trainings;

  • Fire Extinguisher hands-on (simulator)
  • Operator trainings for PIT:Powered industry trucks (i.e. Forklifts)
  • Operator trainings for MEWP:Mobile elevated working platforms (i.e.  scissor lifts, boom lifts) 
  • Operator trainings for overhead cranes