Safety Essentials
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Safety Essentials Training
Safety Essentials Training
This training provides contractors working within the refining, petrochemical or other heavy manufacturing industry with an understanding of common hazards encountered and safeguards utilized to protect them from injury. Training provides a foundation of information for satisfying the OSHA 1910.119 requirements of the host employer and contract employer to inform contract employees of the known potential fire, explosion, or toxic release hazards related to the contractor’s work and the process and the applicable provisions of the emergency action plan.
This training, utilizes explainer videos, analogies, interactions, and continuous testing. Developed using the R4 Learner retention model this course keeps the learner challenged and engaged over the 3 hour training session.
Satisfies OSHA PSM-compliance requirements
Reciprocal at a growing network of sites nationwide
Flexible delivery options Streamlined and standardized onboarding
Cost-effective Maintained training integrity
Centralized database for verification and reporting
Utilizes adult learning theories for multi-general workforce 100% Peer/SME reviewed course content and validated exam questions
Practical application guides available upon completion
Online access to safety professionals for additional clarification on course content
Mrs. Natasha Rajack Tel:- (868) 354-4181 Email:- natasha@energy.tt
Effective 1st September 2023, the PLEA members companies will only accept drug and alcohol test results from laboratory sites that participated in and were approved under the PLEA Drug and Alcohol Laboratory Testing Certification Scheme.
The Scheme was developed because the PLEA membership recognized that drug and alcohol misuse pose a threat to the safety of their operations and are concerned about the reliability of drug and alcohol test results that are offered as proof of sobriety from among the contractor workforce. To address this concern, PLEA developed a Scheme to audit and approve laboratories that meet the required standards for drug and alcohol testing. The approved laboratories are listed below. Approval is site specific and while some laboratories may have multiple sites, PLEA will only accept drug and alcohol test results from approved sites.
99B Circular Road, San Fernando
Yvette Bennett Webb / Dr. Eddison Doyle
657-3356 Ext 3010, 3009
info@acropolismedical.com
#66 Gordon Street, San Fernando
Rudranath Maraj
653-6693
advantagelabservices@gmail.com
South Coast Medical Center,
37-39 Princess Margaret
St, San Fernando
Mr. Richard Ramrekha
285-5642 ext 2021
info@labmedicaservices.com
Health Net,
Couva Shopping Complex,
Isaac Junction, Couva
Mr. Richard Ramrekha
285-5642 ext 2021
info@labmedicaservices.com
Health Net Cunupia
Bldg #3 Chadee Lohar Road, Munroe Road, Cunupia
Mr. Richard Ramrekha
285-5642 ext 2021
info@labmedicaservices.com
#80-90 Lady Hailes Avenue,
San Fernando
Leigh-Anne Koylass Shand
657-1522
ikshand@lifelabltd.com
#7B Church Street, Point Fortin
Vedesh Balgobin
306-0553 vedeshb@occumedltd.com
#74 Southern Main Road, Couva
Dr. Clint Ramasir
221-9488
info@omp-ltd.com
chantelle@omp-ltd.com
#26 Southern Main Road, California
Meera Ramjit
348-6266
info@pscltt.com
143 Eastern Main Road, St. Augustine
Dr. Balmiki Ramsaran/ Ms. Rodia Hoosain
663-2387
ramsaranstaml@gmail.com
#14 Guppy Street, Vistabella San Fernando
Roma Ajodha Seebaran
652-8334
rseebaran20@gmail.com / romaseebaran@victorialaboratories.com
#1 Pointe-a-Pierre Road
San Fernando
653-0291
dr.dcarter@yahoo.com
Mr. Steve Mohammed
medlabservices7@gmail.com
657-1326/288-5994
#30 Cipero Street
San Fernando.
Dr. Rajiv Kuarsingh
#4 Edgar Street, Couva
239-8913
totalhealthmedicalcentre@hotmail.com
Vedesh Balgobin
#17 Mc Donald Bailey Drive
399-2485
avpmedicalcenter@gmail.com
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Q: Why is the PLEA Drug and Alcohol Laboratory Testing Certification Scheme necessary?
A: The Scheme was developed because the PLEA membership recognized that drug and alcohol misuse pose a threat to the safety of their operations and are concerned about the reliability of drug and alcohol test results that are offered as proof of sobriety from among the contractor workforce. To address this concern, PLEA developed a Scheme to audit and approve laboratories that meet the required standards for drug and alcohol testing.
Q: What standards are laboratories expected to meet?
A: Laboratories are audited against a locally customized checklist based on the Association of Oil and Gas Producers (IOGP) / Drug and Alcohol Testing Industry Association (DATIA), now National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association (NDASA), requirements.
Q: Who conducted the audits of laboratories
A: Trinidad & Tobago Bureau of Standards, Laboratory Accreditation Service (TTLABS) was contracted by PLEA to conduct audits
Q: Can I visit any site of an approved laboratory for drug and alcohol testing?
A: No. Approval is site specific and while some laboratories may have multiple sites, persons must ensure that drug and alcohol test results are done only at approved sites.
Q: Can you share the names of all the laboratories that participated in the Scheme
A: No. Only the list of approved laboratory sites is available to the public
Q: Who should I go to for more details on this Scheme
A: Please send your queries to Nicole Simon-Thompson at drugtesting@energy.tt
Revised PLEA 10-Hour HSSE Pass Program
Revised PLEA 10-Hour HSSE Pass Program
Examination & study guides
Examination & study guides
10-hour assessments: Basic health and safety course with PLEA Pass Card issued on completion
Rigger/Signalperson testing: Earn the credentials you need to be recognised across the industry
Study guides and sample answers: Get a handle on industry safety terms and principles. Download below:
Candidates can now undergo Basic Health & Safety Online Training virtually.
Please see details below:
Dates: Every Thursday (please contact Chrystal for confirmation of the next available session)
Time: 8:00am – 2:00pm
Venue: Virtually (Zoom)
Cost: $500.00 plus VAT (includes the cost of the PLEA Exam)
Requirements: All candidates must have a valid e-mail address and access to relatively high speed internet
Note: All payments must be made in advance. NO same day payment/registrations will be accommodated
For further information on how you can register for this session, please email Chrystal at admin@learningcentre.energy.tt
More about the Learning Centre
More about the Learning Centre
The exam cost $200 plus VAT ($225.00)
We accept the following card payments: Linx, Visa, Mastercard, Wi Pay.
No cash is accepted at the office; persons paying with cash will be given a deposit slip to take to FCB (next door) to make the payment
We are on the western end of the ground floor of Atlantic Plaza, Point Lisas.
Monday – Friday: 8:00 am to 3:00 pm
Closed: Week-ends and all public holidays
No, we are the sole organization responsible for the administering of the PLEA exam and the issuing of the PLEA cards.
Training is not mandatory, but it is recommended. We offer 2 options for training:
(1) Computer based training - $350 plus VAT
(2) Classroom based training: offered Thursdays only; must pre-register - $500 plus VAT (includes the cost for the exam)
If it is still valid, then you must present a Police report showing that you have reported it lost and a valid ID before the replacement card can be issued. The cost for a replacement is currently $100.00.
If it is expired, then a Police report, valid ID and re-take of the exam are required.
Nationals of Trinidad & Tobago can take the exam by presenting a valid form of identification
Non- Nationals: need to present a passport and any one of the following: valid work permit or CSME certificate or residency certificate
Note: if these documents are not provided then the PLEA will be issued to non-nationals for 30 days
The exam has 50 multiple choice questions
It is one hour long. The pass mark is 75%
Yes, all the exam materials are provided on our website including a sample of the questions. If you wish you can use these materials to self-study
The Learning Centre is 100% owned by the Energy Chamber of Trinidad & Tobago, a not-for-profit membership organisation registered under the Companies Act of T&T. Membership of the Energy Chamber comprises over three hundred companies and individuals, primarily operating in the energy and related sectors. The Energy Chamber is governed by a Board, elected annually by the membership of the Energy Chamber and broadly representative of the main sub-sectors of membership, including contractors and service companies, upstream oil and gas operators, petro-chemical and heavy industrial plants, professional service companies and the financial services sector.
The Point Lisas Energy Association (PLEA) has entered into an agreement with the Energy Chamber under which the Energy Chamber will initially be the sole provider of assessments for the PLEA 10 hour basic health and safety training course. The Energy Chamber Learning Centre is responsible for conducting all assessments for the PLEA Pass Programme and for issuing PLEA Pass Cards that will be used to determine whether contactor workers have basic HSE knowledge before entering any PLEA member company work site. All workers who have successfully completed the PLEA basic safety assessment will be issued with PLEA Pass Cards with the following course code: PLEA 10
The Energy Chamber Learning Centre will provide individuals successfully completing assessments with updated cards immediately on completion of their assessment and before they leave the Learning Centre.
The Energy Chamber Learning Centre has proctors who will orally administer the exam to candidates who are unable to read the exam. Successful candidates will be issued with a PLEA Pass card with the following course code: PLEA-10-V
Verbal exams are offered twice per week: Tuesday and Thursdays; they must be booked in advance and all fees are non-refundable
Those candidates who can read but have difficulty pronouncing or reading some words have the option to do the Verbal recording exam (not proctored)
Currently the Energy Chamber Learning Centre offers the PLEA assessment in two other languages: Korean and Spanish. Some of our training courses are also available in Spanish.
Danatec NFPA 70E Arc Flash & Shock Training
Danatec NFPA 70E Arc Flash & Shock Training
The Energy Chamber has partnered with Danatec and is currently an approved training provider for NFPA 70E Arc Flash & Shock Training. Get trained online at your own pace and receive e- certificates immediately after completion. This internationally recognized certification ensures your expertise is accepted worldwide. Plus, enjoy automated training reminders, multiple attempts for success, and the lowest cost compared to other providers. This partnership enables us to offer recognized training in Electrical Safety at a considerably reduced cost.
Benefits of doing the training with us:
Training is online so it can be done at any location
Training is self-paced
Certificates awarded immediately upon successful completion
Training reminders can be automatically sent
Internationally recognized certification
Lowest cost when compared to other providers
Cost:
$600 plus VAT
How do I register?
For individuals
Complete the form below:
Once the form is received, an Energy Chamber staff member will contact you
Note: you must have a valid email address
For companies
Send an email to natasha@energy.tt and admin@learningcentre.energy.tt with the following information:
List of employee names & their email addresses
Method of payment
Date training required
Note: After completing this training, contractors who are interested in working with PLEA companies, are also required to complete the PLEA Electrical Safety Guideline training and examination.
Industry recognised training
Industry recognised training
The Learning Centre offers the following computer-based training courses recognised across the industry.
The Energy Chamber Learning Centre is now an approved examination centre for computer based ACCA Exams.
Exam Schedule:
Exams Days: Monday to Friday
Exam Times: 2:00 – 4:00 pm
Cost (VAT Inclusive)
If you are currently registered with ACCA and would like to take your examination at our centre, please fill out the form below:
Exam Code |
Exam Name |
Cost (VI) |
FA1 |
Recording Financial Transactions |
$843.75 |
MA1 |
Management Information |
$843.75 |
FA2 |
Maintaining Financial Records |
$843.75 |
MA2 |
Managing Costs & Finance |
$843.75 |
FBT |
Business & Technology |
$1237.50 |
FMA |
Management Accounting |
$1237.50 |
FFA |
Financial Accounting |
$1237.50 |
BT |
Business & Technology |
$1395.00 |
MA |
Management Accounting |
$1395.00 |
FA |
Financial Accounting |
$1395.00 |
LW (Eng/Global) |
Corporate & Business Law |
$1533.38 |
For further information/scheduling contact Natasha or Chrystal @679-7113 ext. 38 or 39
Cash payments via WiPay
The Energy Chamber is pleased to announce an alternative method of payment for our customers.
We have partnered with WiPay to allow, particularly, our cash customers the option to pay before arriving at the Learning Centre. It will eliminate the need to go to the bank and wait in line.
How does it work?
Non-WiPay account holders
Visit any WiPay merchant[1] to make the payment. See link below for a listing of current merchants
Present your payment to the merchant
The WiPay merchant will present you with a voucher
You must bring the voucher to the Learning Centre when coming to sit your exam/training
The voucher must be presented to the CSR
Lost vouchers cannot be replaced or traced and will result in the customer having to make another payment
Existing WiPay account holders
You can make a payment by transferring the funds from your WiPay account to ours (see below for account information)
Associated costs - PLEA and Computer Based Training (CBT)
Cost per exam: $225.00
Cost per computer-based training: $393.75
Cost per transaction: $5.00
For payments for any other courses, please contact the office @ 679-7113 ext. 36 to confirm cost before proceeding to the WiPay merchant.
Account information
Account name: The Energy Chamber of Trinidad & Tobago
Account number: 3157714214
Card payments via WiPay
How does it work?
1. Click on the link below
https://tt.wipayfinancial.com/scan2pay/theenergychamberoftrinidadandtobago
2. Enter the TTD amount to pay and follow the onscreen details
Note: your card will be charged the US equivalent including any processing fees
3. You would receive a Transaction successful screen. Please email to natasha@energy.tt or whatsapp to 354-4181
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Note: not all merchants accept cash
Therefore, you will be required to pay the merchant $230.00 for 1 plea exam; $398.75 for 1 CBT.
Note if you pay for 5 exams separately then your total will be (230*5 = $1,150) but if you do one transaction for all 5 exams then your total will be $1,130 (1,125 for the 5 exams and $5 for the transaction fee)