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re: OSHA Card questions?

Posted on 11/4/19 at 11:05 am to
Posted by TheDeathValley
Louisiana
Member since Sep 2010
20779 posts
Posted on 11/4/19 at 11:05 am to
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HuskyPanda


I teach this course (OHSA 10 and 30), and it depends what you are trying to do. I will say it will not hurt to have it, but the course is geared towards industrial safety. 10 hours is a really high level overview. The benefit is that these do not expire.

HAZWOPER is Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response. For emergency management, it would absolutely suite you.

What specific questions can I answer for you?

Edit: My role is an EHS Manager for a Fortune 500 based out of NOLA.
This post was edited on 11/4/19 at 11:07 am
Posted by Monday
Prairieville
Member since Mar 2013
5255 posts
Posted on 11/4/19 at 11:11 am to
Have you reached out to people who are already in the profession to see what exactly could benefit you later on down the road? That would be my first step. Get into networking with those people and you can learn how to avoid the pitfalls and give yourself a leg up.

As far as OSHA 10, skip it. Get OSHA 30 or take a 500 or 501 if you really want to. HAZWOPER would probably be beneficial but will be a bit pricey if you do it yourself.
Posted by HuskyPanda
Philly
Member since Feb 2018
2508 posts
Posted on 11/4/19 at 11:12 am to
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HAZWOPER is Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response


If I'm correct I have to have 10 or 30 before I can take HAZWOPER correct?

and for a career in EM, would HAZWOPER help, or am I just wasting my time?
Posted by Monday
Prairieville
Member since Mar 2013
5255 posts
Posted on 11/4/19 at 11:15 am to
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for a career in EM, would HAZWOPER help, or am I just wasting my time?

Not to be an arse but have you looked at what that certification is for? It is for people exactly like you.
Posted by HuskyPanda
Philly
Member since Feb 2018
2508 posts
Posted on 11/4/19 at 11:15 am to
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Have you reached out to people who are already in the profession


Not yet. I know a good bit of people and network a lot, but have yet to meet someone in my field, which means that I'm not trying hard enough. Currently trying to get my foot in the door by applying for jobs in GOSHEP with the State.
Posted by Monday
Prairieville
Member since Mar 2013
5255 posts
Posted on 11/4/19 at 11:18 am to
I know it's not glamorous, but if you can always fire off some emails or make a few phone calls to the offices to get a meeting. Ask about internships or similar positions and have a short list of questions to ask about the profession and your path.
Posted by HuskyPanda
Philly
Member since Feb 2018
2508 posts
Posted on 11/4/19 at 11:18 am to
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For emergency management, it would absolutely suite you.



quote:

It is for people exactly like you.



Yeah apparently I have a hard time reading and completely missed this
Posted by DomincDecoco
RIP Ronnie fights Thoth’s loafers
Member since Oct 2018
12012 posts
Posted on 11/4/19 at 11:42 am to
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Hate to say this but, yes. It is going to be difficult to get a job in Emergency Management. Would love to work for FEMA, but those jobs in Baton Rouge are few are far between, and I'd like to stand out. 10-15 year goal is to become director of GOHSEP in EBR or Ascension


It isn't about how many you have, its the ones you have that count. BS ones clog a resume and are transparent to potential employers.

If safety, get a cert through BCSP with end goal of CSP; much more opportunity.

IF Emergency management get the AEM, then work towards CEM. Go to IAEM website and find a mentor, then network.

Find a mentor

If you want to work for FEMA, suggest going through their EMPP program.

FEMA EMPP

congrats on degree, but youre just getting started
Posted by TheDeathValley
Louisiana
Member since Sep 2010
20779 posts
Posted on 11/5/19 at 8:21 am to
quote:

If I'm correct I have to have 10 or 30 before I can take HAZWOPER correct?



No, HAZWOPER is a stand alone.

quote:

and for a career in EM, would HAZWOPER help, or am I just wasting my time?



It depends on what you are trying to do. City planning? No need. Front line EMS/Facility Security, yes.
Posted by HuskyPanda
Philly
Member since Feb 2018
2508 posts
Posted on 11/5/19 at 8:48 am to
DomincDecoco First off, Inglorious Basterds is one of my favorite movies.

Second, I am a member of IAEM with a student membership and am looking towards trying to get my AEM then CEM. Haven't started the process of finding a mentor yet.

As much trainign as I've done on the FEMA EMI site, this is the first I've heard of the FEMA EMPP. Thank you so much for this information!!
Posted by HuskyPanda
Philly
Member since Feb 2018
2508 posts
Posted on 11/5/19 at 8:50 am to
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Front line EMS/Facility Security, yes.


Thanks TheDeathValley. Found an online HAZWOPER program with Central Florida University and will get started on it.
Posted by TheDeathValley
Louisiana
Member since Sep 2010
20779 posts
Posted on 11/5/19 at 9:39 am to
quote:

HuskyPanda


Post your email, I will send you some offline info. Once you post it then you can delete it after.
Posted by DomincDecoco
RIP Ronnie fights Thoth’s loafers
Member since Oct 2018
12012 posts
Posted on 11/5/19 at 10:06 am to
NP brotha. Dont just talk about doing it, go make it happen.

All the best.
Posted by LSU Coyote
Member since Sep 2007
56970 posts
Posted on 11/5/19 at 10:35 am to
Are ppl getting their first jobs today?

SAP bitching

OSHA bitching
Posted by HuskyPanda
Philly
Member since Feb 2018
2508 posts
Posted on 11/5/19 at 11:16 am to
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Post your email


RMoore004@lsua.edu
Posted by the4thgen
Dallas, tx
Member since Sep 2010
1849 posts
Posted on 11/5/19 at 11:44 am to
The 10 hour card is nothing. Pretty much anyone working on a construction site has the 10 hour. If you are looking for a resume builder, take the 30 hour class.
Posted by PrivatePublic
Member since Nov 2012
17848 posts
Posted on 11/5/19 at 11:46 am to
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what about HAZWOPER?


Yes, you can haz cheez Whopper.
Posted by geauxtigers6492
Admin in Waiting
Member since Jun 2008
3981 posts
Posted on 11/5/19 at 11:57 am to
Look into NCCER if you want to work around here.
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