Opioid Awareness
Hard Hat Training courses meet all training requirements set by OSHA and Canada.
We Offer Three Types of Opioid Awareness Safety Trainings
Our opioid awareness safety training course is perfect for those who wish to understand the dangers of Opioids, and how to overcome addiction, or avoid it entirely. This course covers some general knowledge, how to understand and recognize addictions, how to address it in the workplace, and ways that you can treat and prevent opioid addiction.
This presentation includes intermittent practice quiz questions to prepare for a final written exam included with the course. In addition to the written exam, this course also includes a practical exam to review basic near awareness knowledge.
Online training is for those who prefer self-paced training from any location and/or for employers who need to assign and monitor employee training progress and exam scores.
The training kit is for those who want the freedom of doing the training themselves. It is a PowerPoint Presentation (PPT) that you can present yourself to a group of trainees.
Train the Trainer courses are online and meant to certify an individual to use the training kit to train others. Training kit and materials are included with the Train the Trainer online course for no additional cost.
What’s in the Opioid Awareness Training Course?
Our Drug and Alcohol Awareness training course is built to regulation standards. This class discusses topics including general knowledge, prevention, signs and warnings, treatment, recourse, and more.
This presentation includes intermittent practice quiz questions to prepare for the final written exam included with the course. In addition to the written exam, this course also includes a checklist for employers to use when administering a practical exam.
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For most courses, we offer OSHA trainings in English and Spanish, CAL/OSHA trainings in English, and Canada trainings in English. See all of our options!
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Opioid Awareness Certification Standards
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U.S. Standards
OSH Act of 1970 General Duty Clause Each employer – Shall furnish to each of his employees employment and a place of employment which are free from recognized hazards that are causing or are likely to cause death or serious physical harm to his employees; Shall comply with occupational safety and health standards promulgated under this Act.
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Canada Standards
Employers must comply with all applicable OSHA Requirements. They must also comply with the General Duty Clause of the OSH Act, which requires employers to keep their workplaces free from serious hazards.
Train the Trainer Certification
The Train the Trainer option is used to certify a trainer to teach others using the included training kit. It incorporates the online course with an additional train the trainer module, as well as the training kit. This option results in an regulation-aligned lifetime trainer certification from Hard Hat Training. This certification is not company-specific, meaning you can take it with you should you change employers.
Why Do I Need Opioid Awareness Safety Training?
Opioid addiction is on the rise in the United States. Those who are addicted to opioids risk injuring themselves and others, and often don’t receive the aid that they need. Learning how to recognize the signs of opioid addiction in yourself and others can allow people to address the issue quickly and effectively in order to make a safer living environment.
Because of this requirement, employers have a legal and ethical obligation to develop and maintain a workplace that is free from hazards associated with drugs and alcohol. Employees have the right to work in an atmosphere that promotes the safety and well-being of all.
Stay Informed On All Things Opioid Awareness
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Did You Know?
In 2017 alone, more than 47,000 Americans died from opioid overdose, accounting for 68% of all overdose-caused deaths that year.
Workplace overdose deaths have been increasing by 25% or more each year.
About 80% of heroin users got started on prescription opioids.
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For most courses, we offer OSHA trainings in English and Spanish, CAL/OSHA trainings in English, and Canada trainings in English. See all of our options!
