November 15, 2014
Substance Abuse Counselor Safety Training
Substance abuse is unfortunately a widespread problem in America today. Millions of people each day are struggling with addiction to alcohol, drugs, and prescription medication. Below, you’ll find a list of training topics that are required for most Substance Abuse Counselors.
OSHA Required Training
First Aid OSHA Regulation: 1910.266 App B
When OSHA Requires First Aid Training:
In the absence of a nearby hospital or clinic (more than 4 minutes away), a designated employee should be trained to render first aid. See full OSHA regulation for more details.
Training Frequency
Retraining for life threatening emergencies should occur annually. Retraining for non-life-threatening response should occur ‘periodically’.
Downloadable First Aid Training Resources (free):
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Basic First Aid Powerpoint
First Aid Poster
Printable Wallet-Sized Compliance
Handout
Industry Best-Practice Training (Not required by OSHA)
Workplace Violence
Training Frequency
Annually
Downloadable Workplace Violence Training Resources (free):
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Workplace Violence Powerpoint
Workplace Violence Poster
Printable Wallet-Sized Compliance
Handout
Drugs & Alcohol
Training Frequency
Annually
Downloadable Drugs & Alcohol Training Resources (free):
Drugs & Alcohol In The Workplace Powerpoint
Drugs & Alcohol Poster
Printable Wallet-Sized Compliance
Handout
Office Safety
Training Frequency
Annually
Downloadable Office Safety Training Resources (free):
Office Safety Powerpoint
Office Safety Poster
Printable Wallet-Sized Compliance
Handout
