Training Requirements

GEM is firmly committed to the education and training of all employees. Independent consultants and GEM specialists are utilized for classroom and hands-on training. Each employee receives extensive on the job training by qualified supervisors prior to entering a new position. GEM engages in a continuous training and medical monitoring program consistent with 29 CFR 1910.120.

Employee Training Areas

  • Asbestos/Lead
  • Benzene Awareness
  • Bloodborne Blood borne Pathogens
  • Confined Space
  • Confined Space Rescue
  • Respiratory Protection
  • Electrical Safety
  • Fall Protection/ Ladders/Elevated work
  • Fire watch
  • Fire Protection/Prevention
  • Grounding Conductor Program
  • Hydrogen Sulfide - H2S
  • HAZCOM
  • HAZWOPER (only 40 hr people)
  • Lockout/Tagout
  • Noise Exposure
  • PPE Assessments
  • PSM
  • Handling Flammable Liquids
  • Pneumatic Tools
  • Power Tools
  • Hand Tools
  • Housekeeping
  • Mini Vac PID/Mini Ray
  • IIPP Awareness
  • DOT HAZ Mat
  • DOT Security Plan
  • Driving Standards/Training
  • Health Safety & Environmental Training
  • Forklift
  • First Aid *Red Cross
  • CPR *Red Cross
  • RSO (CA) LARSO
  • Basic Plus (TX) 19BH OR 19BHREF
  • TWIC