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\nFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS<\/h1>\n<\/blockquote>\n
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At Eastern Atlantic States Technical College, we have compiled a list of frequently asked questions to address common inquiries about our programs and qualifications. Our FAQs provide comprehensive answers to help students make informed decisions about their education.<\/p>\n
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To apply for a SWAC card you must complete the enrollment process online, for more information click here<\/a>. The individual member application is $504 for a 3-Year term, the Training Center does not reimburse for the SWAC card. If you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact their Customer Service center here<\/a>.<\/p>\n
[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”How can I get a copy of my OSHA 30 card?” _builder_version=”4.19.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” toggle_font_size=”18px” open=”off”]To get a copy of your OSHA card, please contact your Home training center. If they have a copy of your card on file, they can email it to you. If your training center does not have a copy of the card, they can email you an OSHA card replacement form. You can use this form to request a new card.<\/p>\n
Please note, OSHA cards will not be issued if the training took place more than five (5) years ago. If your training took place more than 5 years ago, you must retake the OSHA 30 course again. In addition, OSHA cards can only be replace ONCE.[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”How can I renew my OSHA 30 card?” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” toggle_font_size=”18px” open=”off”]<\/p>\n
Although the OSHA 30 card does not expire, many employers require you to renew every 5 years. To renew your OSHA 30 card, you must retake the OSHA 30 course again. Go to the “Classes”\u00a0 under the Student Resources tab on the homepage to view classes being offered in our training centers.<\/p>\n
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What is an SST Card?<\/strong><\/p>\n
SST card stands for Site Safety Training Card. These cards provide proof that workers and supervisors have completed specific training required by the NYC Department of Buildings (DOB). NYC Local Law 196 increased the amount of training required by construction workers, specifically those who work on job sites that require a superintendent.<\/p>\n
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Obtaining an SST Card<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 If you work in New York City and would like to obtain an SST card, you must complete the required training with a\u00a0NYC DOB approved provider.<\/a><\/strong> SST cards are obtained by completing a specified amount of training. Each card has its own set of training courses that must be completed before the card can be issued.<\/p>\n
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NYC WORKER SST Card – 40 Hours of required training, which includes:<\/strong><\/p>\n
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- OSHA 30 Construction (MUST<\/u> be in-person, online with voice authentication or Virtual in-person)<\/em><\/li>\n
- 8 Hour Fall Prevention<\/li>\n
- 2 Hour Drug and Alcohol Awareness<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
*Get the required 40-Hour Worker courses and SST card here \u25ba 40-Hour SST Worker Package<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n
If you have OSHA and only need the 10-Hour courses, click here \u25ba10-Hour Worker Package<\/a><\/p>\n
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NYC SUPERVISOR SST Card<\/strong> – 62 Hours\u00a0of required training), which includes<\/strong>:<\/p>\n
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- OSHA 30 Construction (MUST be in-person, online with voice authentication or Virtual in-person)<\/em><\/li>\n
- 8 Hour Chapter 33<\/li>\n
- 4 Hour Supported Scaffold User<\/li>\n
- 2 Hour Drug and Alcohol Awareness<\/li>\n
- 2 Hour Site Safety Plans<\/li>\n
- 2 Hour Pre-Task Meetings<\/li>\n
- 2 Hour Toolbox Talks<\/li>\n
- 2 Hours of Specialized Electives<\/li>\n
- 2 Hours General Electives<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
*Get the required 62-hour Supervisor courses and SST card here <\/strong>\u25ba<\/strong> 62 Hour Supervisor SST Package<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n
If you have OSHA and only need the 32-Hour courses, click here \u25ba32-Hour Worker Package<\/a><\/p>\n
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IMPORTANT<\/strong>: Once you complete the courses, your provider will issue you the SST card. <\/strong>Our training centers do not offer Site Safety Training classes; these are specific to NYC and must be taken by an NYC DOB authorized provider. In addition, our training center does not reimburse<\/u><\/strong> for any SST courses. Our training centers do however offer the OSHA 30 training in person, please visit \u00a0https:\/\/www.eascarpenterstech.edu\/<\/a><\/strong> to check class availability and to register. If you do not see any OSHA 30 classes posted, please check the website monthly and the beginning of the month for the next available session.<\/p>\n
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If working in New York City, Local Law 52 requires that all workers using supported scaffold on construction sites in New York City must have a Supported Scaffold User Card. This card must be renewed every 4 years.<\/p>\n
If you are interested in obtaining the Supported Scaffold User Card, you must complete the\u00a0<\/span>4-Hour Supported Scaffold User<\/a>\u00a0<\/span>course\u00a0<\/span>in-person.\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>Once you successfully complete the course, you will be issued the Scaffold User card. Check\u00a0<\/span>schedule here<\/a>. Please note, this course is not offered at our Training Center and we do not reimburse for this training.<\/p>\n
*IMPORTANT<\/strong>: When registering, please make sure to register for the In-Person class NOT the online version.<\/p>\n
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To renew your INSTALL certification\/s, you will need to complete 8 hours of craft related training. See below for a list of CITF classes that meet the 8 hours requirement:<\/p>\n