The Volpentest Hazardous Materials Management and Emergency Response Training recently trained 2,494 Hanford Site workers over 67 instructional days.
Office of Environmental Management
June 4, 2019
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RICHLAND, Wash. – The Volpentest Hazardous Materials Management and Emergency Response (HAMMER) Federal Training Center, managed by EM contractor Mission Support Alliance, recently trained 2,494 Hanford Site workers over 67 instructional days.
The training resulted from the need for the workers to implement the latest National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standard on workplace electrical safety.
HAMMER staff revised six existing curricula and developed one new program. As part of the changes, class formats are now more collaborative and focus on practical application. Demonstrations are key to effective training and satisfying the new NFPA training requirements.
“The new program not only demonstrates efficiency but also benefits from the incorporation of a more hands-on approach,” said Jill Conrad, HAMMER program manager for the EM Richland Operations Office.
So far, students have provided positive feedback on the revised training, hands-on activities, and knowledgeable instructors.
“We have a great group of trainers who are dedicated to making sure the students leave our classes with the confidence and knowledge to take what they learn and successfully apply it in the field,” said Owen Peters, HAMMER electrical training program manager. “We look forward to continuing to engage the workforce on the importance of electrical standards.”