The growth of the waste management industry is testimony to the teamwork and professionalism of all employees. Training and education provide the information needed to perform your job. This program will review company rules with an emphasis on safety.

Accidents are caused by unsafe acts of people. It is important that you take an active part in protecting yourself and everyone around you. Safety is everyone's responsibility and we must depend on one another. This program that we developed is to teach you safe working practices that will protect your safety and health and your co-workers.

According to the insurance industry, government agencies and the National Safety Council, most industrial accidents and injuries are attributed to unsafe acts of employees. Unsafe acts mean taking a shortcut in a work procedure, not following company safety rules and negligence. This program will focus on the types of unsafe acts by employees and corrective methods.

A large portion of the accidents in the solid waste industry occur while backing. There is no good excuse for a backing accident. It is difficult to see and the vehicle is difficult to maneuver. In this program we tried to cover every backing situation or hazard you may face.

There are hazards common to all drivers regardless of the type of equipment you drive. An analysis is important for you to understand some of the more common hazards seen in our day-to-day operations. This program provides safety information when operating a waste hauler vehicle.

It is best for drivers to stop the vehicle if they notice any unusual noise or think there is a problem with the vehicle. Experienced drivers know when a truck sounds unusual or if there is a problem with the motor or other parts of the vehicle. If you are not sure, pull over and check out the problem. This program is a guide to help drivers avoid excessive downtime due to a disabled vehicle.

A front end loader operator requires technical and driving skills and careful operation of the vehicle and equipment. The operator has the responsibility of working safely for themselves and co-workers of the company and community. This program covers the operation of a front end loader vehicle with emphasis on safety.

Roll offs carry a large load and are a large part of business. They have the potential of causing serious injuries or property damage if not handled properly. It is important to continue improving safety awareness and accident prevention. This program covers the operation of roll offs with emphasis on safety.

Side loaders are designed for speed of operation, safety and ease of loading. Side loaders require a vehicle pre-trip safety and operational inspection, the same as other vehicles. The operator must have a good attitude about accident prevention and vehicle operating procedures. The program focuses on vehicle operation with emphasis on safety.

Rear loaders are designed for speed of operation, safety and ease of loading. Rear loaders require a vehicle pre-trip safety and operational inspection, the same as other vehicles. The operator must have a good attitude about accident prevention and vehicle operating procedures. The program focuses on vehicle operation with emphasis on safety.

Driving in the cities and suburbs can present many increased risks for you as a driver. Streets may be narrow, traffic congested, and more starts/stops involved. It's important that you stay alert, slow down, and drive defensively. This program focuses on residential pick up of solid waste, the hazards you can expect to encounter, and best practices to avoid and prevent accidents while on the job.

Many changes have taken place concerning vehicle safety, licensing, recordkeeping and Department of Transportation (DOT) roadside inspections. The out of service criteria for motor vehicles is published by the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA). This program outlines in detail the out of service criteria for each component of the vehicle in a roadside inspection.

Route Safety Analysis program covers four basic concepts that are the foundation of a good route observation. You're a professional and don't understand where you are by being negligent or not caring about your performance.

Winter Driving Safety program focuses on winter driving with an emphasis on safety. Winter weather can cause all kinds of road hazards including tornados, hurricanes, and flooding..

Over 14,000 people die each year from falls at home and on the job. Truck driving is dangerous because of traffic, road and weather conditions. More drivers are hurt each year by slipping and falling from non-moving vehicles than by any other single cause. This program focuses on preventing slips and falls from trucks.

Workers who do not pay attention on the job or try to take shortcuts cause the majority of accidents and injuries. The program is for temporary landfill workers with emphasis on the basic rules of safety.

Road rage is a driver who doesn't control their emotions. It is an attitude and hostility behind the wheel. As drivers we are on the road fighting for space when others get in our way. The objective of this program is to provide awareness of potential hazards on the road and how to control our emotions on the road.

Hazardous materials in the workplace such as chlorine, methane, acids and gases may endanger your life or health. Spills or leaks of these materials must be taken seriously. Hazardous materials at home may include pesticides, cleaners, gasoline and paint thinner. It is important to understand your responsibilities and knowing how to react in a safe manner. This program is about how to react to a spill and not letting it get out of hand with emphasis is on safety.

Sanitation and Hygiene program provides some common sense information about sanitation and your part in keeping the work area clean and sanitary. Everyone needs to take responsibility and action when it comes to maintaining a clean and sanitary food service or preparation area.