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The Importance of Empathy

The pandemic has brought more grief, depression, and isolation than ever. Research shows that colleagues matters more in these times than professional help, but many of us feel too tapped to give it. Dr. Kelsey Crowe provides resilience building strategies and an “empathy workout” to better support from family and others in actionable ways.

By Katy Ahlvin on April 20, 2021

The Myth of the Modern Dad

Moms and dads have been struggling during the COVID-19 pandemic, experiencing equal amounts of stress, despite stereotypes. Dads today are “all in” and more emotionally and physically involved at home than ever before. Josh Levs, an expert on modern dads in the workplace, shares how men can engage on issues of gender equality and diversity, how they can become co-champions for change, and strategies to offer work-life balance for both women and men.

By Katy Ahlvin on March 30, 2021

Helping the Pandemic Generation Thrive

How can we best support our children during this time? Dr. Borba explains why empathy and resilience are key and offers practical, evidence-based, and proven ways to reach kids and help them overcome adversity, be more resilient, and learn skills they will need both now – and in the future – to thrive.

This is a 1 hour webinar recording. Click "view more and register" to access the recording.

By Katy Ahlvin on March 29, 2021

Lock and Tag

This training module is for individuals who regularly work with, maintain, or work adjacent to equipment that operates with the potential to discharge stored energy.

This 20 minute on-demand training includes a video followed by an online quiz. Available at any time.

Click "Learn more and register" to log in to BioRaft with your ONID credentials and access this training.

By Katy Ahlvin on March 19, 2021

Safety Tip - Hearing Protection

This module is for individuals who may occasionally be exposed to noise in excess of 85 dBA over an 8-hour workday.

This 5 minute on-demand training includes a video followed by an online quiz. Available at any time.

This training is located in Bridge's Learning Library, within the "Environmental Health & Safety - Occupational Health and Safety" section.

By Katy Ahlvin on March 19, 2021

Overhead and Gantry Crane

For individuals who will operate an overhead or gantry crane or participate in work related to its operation such as rigging.  This is an overview and is meant to supplement (not replace) the required manufacturer's or vendor training.

This 20 minute on-demand training includes a video followed by an online quiz. Available at any time.

Click "Learn more and register" to log in to BioRaft with your ONID credentials and access this training.

By Katy Ahlvin on March 19, 2021

Hearing Conservation

Learn how to recognize the impact of noise on your hearing, the warning signs of hearing loss, and the noise exposure limits that necessitate hearing protection  This module introduces the learner to the types of hearing protectors, including their benefits and proper use, and addresses the worker's responsibilities in supporting the employer's hearing conservation program.

This 20 minute on-demand training includes a video followed by an online quiz. Available at any time.

By Katy Ahlvin on March 19, 2021

Bloodborne Pathogens Program

For individuals who may be exposed to blood or other potentially infectious materials in the research or maintenance work setting.

This 20 minute on-demand training includes a video followed by an online quiz. Available at any time.

Click "Learn more and register" to log in to BioRaft with your ONID credentials and access this training.

By Katy Ahlvin on March 19, 2021

Recruiting Diverse Talent

This course provides a refresher on why diversity, equity and inclusion make good business sense before focusing on bias: what it is, how to identify it during the hiring process, and practical steps that can be taken to address it in order to recruit diverse, talented candidate pools.

This short, self-paced training is directed at members of search committees, hiring managers, diversity and inclusion professionals, and human resources professionals.

By Katy Ahlvin on March 12, 2021