Description: This is a comprehensive backhaul training which will be conducted virtually (using Zoom). The training will include the topics of safety, DOT HazMat regulations (HMR), inventory, storage, packing, shipping, labeling, and shipping paperwork.

Description: This training focuses on small landfill equipment such as skid-steer loaders, balers, glass crushers, and other recycling equipment. You will see how to approach equipment maintenance to increase program sustainability, how to set up a typical work area for routine maintenance and how to approach more complicated repairs. Maintenance budgeting and equipment purchase or replacement will also be covered. This is a virtual training and will be held on March 29th from 9-11am.

Description: Comprehensive backhaul training which includes safety, DOT HazMat regulations (HMR), inventory, storage, packing, shipping, labeling, and shipping paperwork. This is an in-person training in Anchorage and will be held at the BP Energy Center (1014 Energy Ct, Anchorage).

Description: This course trains communities that have a specific need for performing refrigerant recovery at their landfills. The 1-day training is divided up into classroom and hands-on sections. The classroom section covers topics such as: refrigeration cycle, stratospheric ozone depletion, important regulations, recovery equipment and techniques. The hands-on section covers safety, equipment & tools, field prepping refrigerant cylinders (putting into a vacuum), checking for and purging non-condensables (i.e. air), recovery setup and techniques, and labeling and shipping. During the hands-on section a trainees will setup and run the recovery equipment, PPE is will be provided, and appliances are made available for students to practice on. This is an in-person training in Anchorage.

This in-person training will be conducted in Dillingham, AK and is being provided in cooperation BBAHC, Curyung Tribe, and the City of Dillingham. Class is limited to 20 participants – priority will be given to participants within the BBAHC service area.

This comprehensive backhaul training includes topics such as safety, DOT HazMat regulations (HMR), inventory, storage, packing, shipping, labeling, and shipping paperwork. Classroom sessions will take place in the Curyung Tribal office conference room and hands-on sessions will be conducted at the Dillingham landfill. Transportation will be provided between downtown and the landfill.

The BBAHC IGAP program has funds to reimburse seat-fare airfare and lodging for participants in the BBAHC service area upon completion of the class. Participants with unexcused absences will not be reimbursed. Please make your own travel arrangements and bring receipts to the training for reimbursement.

This in-person training will be conducted in Dillingham, AK and is being provided in cooperation BBAHC, Curyung Tribe, and the City of Dillingham. Class is limited to 15 participants – priority will be given to participants within the BBAHC service area.

 This course trains communities that have a specific need for performing refrigerant recovery at their landfills. The 1-day training is divided up into classroom and hands-on sections. The classroom section covers topics such as: refrigeration cycle, stratospheric ozone depletion, important regulations, recovery equipment and techniques. The hands-on section covers safety, equipment & tools, field prepping refrigerant cylinders (putting into a vacuum), checking for and purging non-condensables (i.e. air), recovery setup and techniques, and labeling and shipping. During the hands-on section a trainees will setup and run the recovery equipment, PPE is will be provided, and appliances are made available for students to practice on.

The BBAHC IGAP program has funds to reimburse seat-fare airfare and lodging for participants in the BBAHC service area upon completion of the class. Participants with unexcused absences will not be reimbursed. Please make your own travel arrangements and bring receipts to the training for reimbursement.

Description: Learn how to take your own water and soil samples to send for laboratory contaminant testing, how to test on-site for surface water fecal coliform, and how to sample and monitor for the basic water quality parameters using a YSI probe and turbidity meter. One-on-one follow-up will be provided post-training to each attendee to answer questions, troubleshoot testing, and help with writing QAPP’s and more. Location: APU 4101 University Dr, Anchorage, AK 99508

Description: Learn how to develop a budget! The goal is for each community attending to come away with a full and accurate program budget. We will be using excel during the training to develop a budget that reflects current revenues and expenditures. We will assist in prioritizing budget expenditures that have the largest impact on human health and the environment. Sample budgets are used.

Description: Did you know that federal regulations require every person that handles or transports hazardous waste must be trained? Even if they are only loading batteries onto a plane or driving packed batteries in an ATV cart? Make sure your local air carrier agents have the training they need to for your community to be safe and your backhaul program compliance 100% airtight!

Description: Having trouble convincing your community to pay fees? Finding that your solid waste program starts and stops or doesn’t seem to improve? This training looks at your solid waste management program as a utility operation. We use self-assessment exercises and discussions to explore the 9 management areas that contribute to effective and sustainable utility management. You will learn your own program’s weaknesses and strengths and leave with an identified approach to improving your program. This training also includes guest speakers on the topic of climate change planning for SWM. There may be small travel stipends for those that need it for this training. Location: Atwood Conference Center, Downtown Anchorage

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Description: Having trouble convincing your community to pay fees? Finding that your solid waste program starts and stops or doesn’t seem to improve? This training looks at your solid waste management program as a utility operation.

We use self-assessment exercises and discussions to explore the 9 management areas that contribute to effective and sustainable utility management. You will learn your own program’s weaknesses and strengths and leave with an identified approach to improving your program. This training includes developing a solid waste management budget and a community outreach strategy.

Delivery Method and Technology Requirements: Phone and/or internet. This training will be given live by toll-free phone with live online presentations. If you don’t have reliable internet, we will mail you all the presentation materials to follow along by phone. No internet required.

Description: Comprehensive backhaul training which includes OSHA 10 hr safety, DOT HMR regulations, inventory, storage, packing, shipping, labeling, and shipping paperwork.

Delivery Method and Technology Requirements: Internet required. This will be an online training with live video instruction.

Friday, April 22, 10:00 am – 3 pm

This training may help you get a job with construction projects that come into town with local hire goals. The flagger certification training is for anyone performing flagging operations in Alaska. The certification training reviews potential hazards associated with traffic control during road construction operations. Students will be briefed on state and federal regulatory requirements.

Wed, April 27, 10:00 am – 3 pm

Are you concerned about the safety of an abandoned building or old stove insulation? Do you have construction, demolition, clean-up and/or landfill projects planned for this summer? This training will help you make better decisions about what to do and whether to be concerned. This training meets the requirements of Federal OSHA 29CFR 1926.1101 and EPA 40CFR 763.92 at the awareness level and covers the basics of asbestos for maintenance and custodial work. Virtual classes will include lectures, videos, and slides. This training is required for all maintenance-custodial personnel engaging in Class IV activities.

Description: New Course! This training focuses on small landfill equipment such as bobcats, balers, glass crushers, and other recycling equipment. We will train operators how to keep a piece of equipment running for 30 years to increase program sustainability and how to maintain the equipment workspace, facility, and ensure proper storage.

Friday, April 29, 10 am – 12 pm

Are you concerned about potential lead in paint, pipes, and/or local buildings? This class can help you better understand and prepare for construction, demolition, clean-up and/or landfill projects. This course is intended for any person with potential exposure to lead or lead-containing materials. Students will be able to utilize procedures and control techniques to protect themselves from overexposure. The course covers the hazards of this material, the characteristics, where the material may be found, and protection.

Description: New Course! Looking to up your game in solid waste? Want to see a compost program in action or how a glass crusher is used or how to operate a recycling baler or how to operate a pay as you throw program or setting up a community materials reuse program function? We are happy to offer a dream of ours –an on-site 3-day training at the Gustavus Landfill. The Gustavus operator will host this training and you or your landfill staff will see and learn firsthand what these various programs and equipment look can like in real-life, in- action, and in a small off-road community. Added Bonus – Enjoy beautiful Gustavus – Gateway to Glacier Bay National Park!

 Mon – Fri, June 6 – 10  8 am – 5 pm

This class will help any environmental technician or program coordinator in managing and providing a safe environmental facility for their employees and their community. This course is designed for workers or supervisors who have safety responsibilities. OSHA recommends training courses as an orientation to occupational safety and health for workers. Students who complete the course receive a completion card from OSHA.

Description: Comprehensive backhaul training which includes OSHA 10 hr safety, DOT HMR regulations, inventory, storage,packing, shipping, labeling, and shipping paperwork.

Description: This course trains communities that have a specific need for certification. The training is divided up into classroom and hands- on sections. The classroom section covers topics such as: refrigeration cycle, stratospheric ozone depletion, important regulations, recovery equipment and techniques. The hands-on section covers safety, equipment & tools, field prepping refrigerant cylinders (putting into a vacuum), checking for and purging non-condensable air, recovery setup and techniques, and labeling and shipping. During the hands-on section a generator is used to run the recovery pump, PPE is taught and provided, and appliances are made available for students to practice with.

Description: Learn how to take your own water and soil samples to send for laboratory contaminant testing, how to test on-site for surface water fecal coliform, and how to sample and monitor for the basic water quality parameters using a YSI probe and turbidity meter. One-on-one follow-up will be provided post-training to each attendee to answer questions, troubleshoot testing, and help with writing QAPP’s and more.

Description: Comprehensive backhaul training which includes OSHA 10 hr safety, DOT HMR regulations, inventory, storage, packing, shipping, labeling, and shipping paperwork.

Description: Learn how to develop a budget! This is a new training and will be taught virtually (using a Zoom platform).  The goal is for each community attending to come away with a full and accurate program budget. We will be using excel during the training to develop a budget that reflects current revenues and expenditures. We will assist in prioritizing budget expenditures that have the largest impact on human health and the environment.  Sample budgets are used. This is a virtual training using a Zoom platform.  During the morning of the training, we will meet over zoom for group instruction.  In the afternoon, our instructors will work with communities one on one over zoom to finalize a draft budget. 

Description: Learn how to take your own water and soil samples to send for laboratory contaminant testing, how to test on-site for surface water fecal coliform, and how to sample and monitor for the basic water quality parameters using a YSI probe and turbidity meter. One-on-one follow-up will be provided post-training to each attendee to answer questions, troubleshoot testing, and help with writing QAPP’s and more.

Did you know that federal regulations require every person that handles or transports hazardous waste must be trained? Even if they are only loading batteries onto a plane or driving packed batteries in an ATV cart? Make sure your local air carrier agents have the training they need to for your community to be safe and your backhaul program compliance 100% airtight!