This three-hour training program is designed to fulfill the bloodborne pathogen and infection control requirements for licensure or registration as a funeral director, embalmer, apprentice, or assistant. The course fully complies with all Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards pertaining to bloodborne pathogens in operatory and clinical settings.

Distinctively tailored to the funeral service profession, this course offers specialized instruction that exceeds the scope of generic bloodborne pathogen training commonly available to licensees and candidates. Its curriculum addresses the specific occupational risks faced in post-mortem environments while maintaining relevance to infection control practices in anti-mortem care.

Key topics include regulatory guidelines, standard and universal precautions, components of an effective infection control program, methods for preventing transmission, personal hygiene protocols, appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and a detailed overview of relevant infectious agents.

Course Format:
This course is offered using Zoom. 

Questions?
Contact Elaine Brown, Program Coordinator, at 508-375-5017 or ebrown@capecod.edu. 

Minimize exposure to hazardous conditions, be in compliance with Federal and State laws, and reduce your organizations liability exposure. This OSHA 10 safety training is designed for entry-level workers in the trades and is beneficial to ensure individuals are following the correct guidelines for on the job safety. 

Course dates: Saturday, 9/12/26 - 9/19/26; 8:00am-1:30pm.

Class Format: This program is held in person at the Marine Technology Lab at Cape Cod Community College.

Questions: Contact Elaine Brown at ebrown@capecod.edu or 508-375-5017. 

This 40-hour course contains the 29 CFR 1910.120 regulatory overview, site and safety health plan, job hazard analysis, waste characterization, site investigation/audit, personal protective equipment, air monitoring, decontamination, SCBA use, basic principles of emergency response, introduction to confined space, and chemical hazards vs. physical hazards.

Course dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10/1/26-10/15/26; 8:30am - 4:30pm.

Class Format: This program is offered in person at Cape Cod Community College, Hyannis Center location, 540 Main St., Hyannis.

Questions?

Contact Elaine Brown, Program Coordinator, at ebrown@capecod.edu or 508-375-5017.

This course is designed for individuals seeking initial certification as food service managers. As an accredited program, it provides comprehensive preparation for the ServSafe exam, which will be administered on the final day of class. The required textbook is included with enrollment, with two-weeks provided for study.

Class meets on 10/5 and 10/19/2026.

Who Should Attend: 
This program is for those in the food service industry who need to be certified in sufficient food safety knowledge to protect the public from foodborne illness.

Class Format: This program is offered in person at the Cape Cod Community College, Hyannis Center location, 540 Main St., Hyannis.

Questions?
Contact Elaine Brown, Program Coordinator at ebrown@capecod.edu or 508-375-5017.

This 8-hour hazwoper refresher course covers the 29 CFR 1910.120 regulation, work-site safety, hazard communication, emergency action plans/contingency plans, fire protection/prevention, back safety and container handling, confined spaces, air monitoring, decontamination, personal protective equipment, and respiratory protection. 

Who Should Attend
This class is for those responsible for workplace safety and building and/or job site management. 

Course Date: Thursday, 10/15/26; 8:30am - 4:30pm.

Class Format: This program is offered in person at the Cape Cod Community College, Hyannis Center location, 540 Main St., Hyannis.

Questions?
Contact Elaine Brown, Program Coordinator, at ebrown@capecod.edu or 508-375-5017.

In Massachusetts, individuals who perform, supervise, or delegate hot work activities—such as welding, cutting, or brazing—must hold a state-approved Hot Work Safety Certificate. To earn the certificate, participants must complete approved training and pass an assessment. The certification is valid for three years and must be renewed upon expiration.

Our Massachusetts state-approved program covers all aspects of the new Hot Work requirements. This 3-hour training meets state guidelines and includes OSHA standards as well as the Hot Work permitting process.

Training will include:

• 527 CMR 1.00 Chapter 4129
• CFR 1910.252 Subpart Q
• NFPA 51B
• NFPA 241A
• NSI Z49
• Responsibilities for Hot Work
• Fire Prevention and Precautions
• Sole Proprietors and Individual Operators
• Potential Hazards
• Basic Precautions for Fire Prevention
• Confined Spaces
• Public Exhibitions & Demonstrations
• Specific Processes
• Process Hazards

Course format:
This course is offered in-person at the Cape Cod Community College, Hyannis Center location, 540 Main St., Hyannis.

Questions?
Contact Elaine Brown, Program Coordinator, at ebrown@capecod.edu, or 508-375-5017.

This course is intended for the recertification of food service managers, which is required every five years. The program includes a comprehensive review of key materials, followed by the ServSafe exam administered on the same day.

Who Should Attend: 
This program is designed for food service workers who need to renew their ServSafe Certification. 

Course Format: 
This program is offered in person at the Cape Cod Community College, Hyannis Center location, 540 Main St., Hyannis.

Questions?

Contact Elaine Brown, Program Coordinator, at ebrown@capecod.edu or 508-375-5017.

Prepare for the Massachusetts Hoisting Engineer licensing exam with comprehensive training for 1C, Rules & Regulations, 2A, and 3A Hoisting Licenses. Designed to support both new license applicants and current hoisting professionals seeking continuing education, these courses provide the knowledge and skills needed for safe, compliant, and effective equipment operation.

Led by experienced instructors who hold valid Massachusetts hoisting licenses, the training covers equipment operation, safety protocols, maintenance, inspection procedures, hand signals, and applicable state and federal regulations. Students receive comprehensive study materials and practical guidance to build confidence and prepare for the state licensing examination.

The curriculum aligns with applicable Massachusetts Department of Public Safety and OSHA requirements, including:

• Massachusetts General Law Chapter 146
• Code of Massachusetts Regulations (CMR) 6.00 and 14.00
• OSHA 29 CFR 1926 and 1910
• ANSI B30 Standards
• Massachusetts General Laws Chapters 82, 82A, and 164

Whether you are entering the field, adding a new hoisting classification, or maintaining an existing license, this training provides a structured pathway to strengthen your knowledge of safe equipment operation and regulatory requirements.

Applicants for a Massachusetts Hoisting Engineer License must be at least 18 years old, complete the required application, and successfully pass the state examination administered by the Office of Public Safety and Inspections (OPSI). A minimum score of 70% is required to pass. The examination covers the working components of hoisting machinery, safe operating practices, hand signals, and inspection procedures. Massachusetts hoisting licenses must be renewed every two years.