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Building Capacity with American Indians and Alaska Natives to Handle Hazardous Materials and Respond to Emergencies

Description
Report details the NIEHS Worker Training Program initiative to train American Indian and Alaska Native workers and communities to handle hazardous materials and public emergencies. Highlights the courses offered, such as chemical emergency response, asbestos awareness, and infectious disease awareness, among others. Discusses the need for training in AI/AN communities and identifies the tribal nations that have received the training.
Date
05/2023
Type
Document
Organization
National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences
Tagged as
American Indian or Alaska Native · Emergency preparedness and response · Occupational health and safety · Public health

Organizations (1)

  • National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences, view details