This course is part of the Energy Production, Distribution & Safety Specialization

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The State University of New York

Energy Production, Distribution & Safety SpecializationUniversity at Buffalo

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This course arms you with basic utility industry safety knowledge. You will be educated about personal protective equipment, fire safety, hazardous materials and their symbols. You will gain insights to recognize the importance of a safe work environment.  
This course is for individuals considering a career in the energy field (who have a high school diploma, at minimum, and basic knowledge of mathematics), and existing energy sector employees with less than three years of experience who have not completed similar training and would benefit from a course of foundational industry concepts.

The course is a combination of online lectures, videos, readings and discussions. 

This is the third course in the Energy Production, Distribution & Safety specialization that explores various facets of the power sector, and features a culminating project involving creation of a roadmap to achieve a self-established, energy-related professional goal. To learn more about the specialization, check out a video overview at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Yh9qIYiUDk.

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Energy Production, Distribution & Safety Specialization

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Approx. 11 hours to complete

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Subtitles: Arabic, French, Portuguese (European), Italian, Vietnamese, German, Russian, English, Spanish

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Course 3 of 4 in the

Energy Production, Distribution & Safety Specialization

Beginner Level

Approx. 11 hours to complete

English

Subtitles: Arabic, French, Portuguese (European), Italian, Vietnamese, German, Russian, English, Spanish

Instructor

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Richard Stempniak

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Engineering Technology

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University at Buffalo

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Syllabus - What you will learn from this course

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Week

Week 1

2 hours to complete

The Basics

In the first module, we will be talking about safety and its history, and we’ll see how we can play a role in enhancing it. Let’s face it, at the end of the day, we all want to live and work in environments in which we feel safe. An ideal workplace is an environment in which you feel safe and you are able to maximize your productivity.

2 hours to complete

4 videos (Total 27 min), 2 readings, 5 quizzes

Week

Week 2

2 hours to complete

Hazards & Response

General procedures have been written to cover a wide array of workplace situations, yet every possible workplace situation has not been addressed. Therefore, it is imperative employees are conscientious about recognizing possible hazards, evaluating them, and controlling them.

2 hours to complete

4 videos (Total 31 min), 1 reading, 5 quizzes

Week

Week 3

2 hours to complete

Preparing for Hazards in the Workplace

In this module we’ll start by learning how to recognize potential hazards in the workplace, then we’ll determine what equipment is necessary to stay safe and comply with the laws & regulations.

2 hours to complete

4 videos (Total 21 min), 1 reading, 5 quizzes

4 videos

Preparing for Hazards in the Workplace: Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for General Industry7m

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for Electric Utility Industry5m

Use-case Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)4m

Equipment Guidelines2m

1 reading

Preparing for Hazards in the Workplace (OPTIONAL) Resources45m

5 practice exercises

Self-Check6m

Self-Check9m

Self-Check6m

Preparing for Hazards in the Workplace30m

Week

Week 4

4 hours to complete

Safety Administration & Management

4 hours to complete

5 videos (Total 27 min), 4 readings, 7 quizzes

5 videos

Safety Administration & Management: Federal Agencies9m

Environmental Policies4m

Community Safety Legislation2m

OSHA Regulations6m

Company Safety Policies4m

4 readings

Safety Administration & Management (OPTIONAL) Resources45m

Roadmap to Success Resources: Gather Resources30m

Roadmap to Success: Gather Resources30m

Safety in the Utility Industry - Key Takeaways15m

6 practice exercises

Self-Check6m

Safety Administration & Management30m

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TOP REVIEWS FROM SAFETY IN THE UTILITY INDUSTRY

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About the Energy Production, Distribution & Safety Specialization

This specialization provides introductory knowledge about the energy industry and associated career opportunities, whether you are interested in a utility technician or utility worker role, or emerging green energy solutions. It is intended for those considering a career in the field, and people already working in the industry who have less than three years of experience and have not completed similar training. Through four courses, learners receive an overview of electric power systems, natural gas, safety practices, and the energy industry as a whole. To learn more, please watch the overview video by copying and pasting the following link into your web browser: https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=2&v=2Yh9qIYiUDk.

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What will I get if I subscribe to this Specialization?
When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. Your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free.
Is financial aid available?
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