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Learn to Operate Safely and Manage Insect Pests in Next GEAPS / K-State Distance Ed Courses

Date Posted: February 23, 2012

Participants in the next GEAPS/K-State University distance education course will learn how to operate safely and manage insect pests in stored grain. The courses start March 19 and runs through April 20.

GEAPS 540: Safety Management of Grain & Processing Facilities provides participants with basic knowledge of safety to help minimize the most significant worker safety and health risks.

In addition to an overview of safety management, the lectures will cover emergency action plans/emergency response; fire and explosions in grain facilities; contractor safety; truck and rail safety; and flowing grain dangers.

GEAPS 525: Management of Insect Pests in Stored Grain examines insect pests associated with stored grain, and provides fundamental knowledge required to manage insect infestations using practical nonchemical and chemical methods.

Students will learn when to make timely pest-management decisions to protect the quality of stored grain and the environment.

You can't go wrong with these two courses for professional development. The enrollment deadline is March 12.

To register or obtain more details, click here.

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