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Fall 2009 Schedule

• Horticulture Courses
• AgriBusiness Management Course
• Pesticide Recertification and Exam Review Courses

Winter 2010 Schedule (Registration begins November 17)

• Horticulture Courses
• Landscaping Courses
• Craft Beer Production
• Pesticide Recertification and Exam Review Courses

 

 

Fall 2009 Schedule

AgriBusiness Management Course

AgriBusiness Management I
XAGR9800C (CRN 30292)
The first year of a three-year program that helps full-time agribusinesses improve their financial management skills.  Focuses on developing a basic computerized set of agribusiness financial records.  A year-end financial analysis is provided that calculates cost of production for each crop or livestock enterprise and provides information for developing the most economical cropping program and for making marketing and other decisions.  During class sessions and one-on-one consultations, professional farm management specialists provide instruction and assistance in record keeping, income tax management, obtaining financing, labor regulations, and other timely topics.

• David Sunderland and Phil La Vine, instructors.
• Call 503.399.5089 or 503.589.7759 for registration information.
• 9 a.m.-noon, Tuesdays, November 24, 2009-April 13, 2010.
• Salem Campus, Building 62, Room 101.
• $625.

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Pesticide Recertification and Exam Review Courses

Worker Protection Standard
XAGR9801H (CRN 39598)
Presents specific information related to EPA’s Worker Protection Standard (WPS) and its implementation in Oregon. Covers the elements of this regulation in addition to other related state and federal regulations regarding pesticide worker safety.

• Fulfills the core training requirements to renew an Oregon Private Pesticide Applicator’s License or qualifies for four hours of other credit for any Oregon Pesticide Applicator or Consultant.
• Meets the training requirement portion of the small farm exemption under OAR 437-001-0057.
• Tomàs Schwabe, instructor.
• 8 a.m.-noon, Friday, December 4
• Building 62, Room 102.
• $42

Private Applicator License Training
XAGR9801L (CRN 30279)
Emphasizes pesticide laws and regulations.  Stresses pesticide labeling.  Includes information on application equipment, pesticide safety, pests and pest control.  Demonstrates appropriate calculations.  All in preparation for taking Oregon's Private Applicator's licensing examination.

• Bring a pencil/pen, paper, and calculator to class.
• Mike Ricks, instructor.
• Textbook available at class for $22.50.
• 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday, December 14.
• Salem Campus, Building 61, Room 102.
• $62
• Exam offered 4:30-7:30 p.m.
• Cost of exam $20 (exact cash or check payable to Chemeketa Community College only, paid at time of exam). Bring photo ID and SS# to exam.

Private Applicator Core Education
XBA9502T
Covers the EPA Worker Protection Standard and its implementation in Oregon. Presents USDA Private Applicator record keeping. Includes pesticide label interpretation.

• Fulfills the core training requirement to renew an Oregon private pesticide applicator’s license or qualifies for four hours of other credit for any Oregon pesticide applicator or consultant.
• Janet Fults, instructor.
• Register for one of the following three sessions:
  • (CRN 39748)
  • 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday, November 14.
  • Chemeketa Woodburn Campus, Room 200, 120 E. Lincoln Street, Woodburn.
  • $42
  • (CRN 39750)
  • 6-8 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday, November 17 and 19.
  • Salem Campus, Building 62, Room 101.
  • $42
  • (CRN 39749)
  • 8 a.m.-noon, Saturday, November 21.
  • McMinnville Health and Science Education Center, Room 101, 360 NE Norton Lane, McMinnville.
  • $54

Pesticide Recertification Training
XAGR9801N (CRN 30297)
Eight hours recertification credit for any Oregon Pesticide Applicator or Consultant.

• 8 a.m.–5 p.m., Thursday, November 19.
• Salem Campus, Building 62, Room 102.
• $120, includes lunch.

AGENDA

8 a.m.	Oregon Department of Agriculture Update Janet Fults, Program Manager Pesticide Registration and Certification Oregon Department of Agriculture jfults@oda.state.or.us 503-986-4652
8:50 a.m.	Pesticide Management for Water Quality Steve Riley Water Issues Specialist Oregon Department of Agriculture sriley@oda.state.or.us 503-986-4635
9:45 a.m.	Break
10 a.m.	Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Selection and Use Greg McDonald Public Works Supply Company macsafety@publicworkssupply.com 800-754-6551
11 a.m.	Waterways Protection at Portland Parks John Reed Pest Management Program Coordinator Portland Parks and Recreation Horticulture Services PKJOHNR@ci.portland.or.us 503-823-1636
Noon	Lunch provided
1 p.m.	Pesticide Environmental Toxicology: Risk Assessment and Communication Dave Stone Assistant Professor Environmental & Molecular Toxicology Oregon State University Dave.Stone@oregonstate.edu 541-737-1097
1:50 p.m.	Break
2 p.m.	Dave Stone continues
2:50 p.m.	Break
3 p.m.	IPM Principles for Turf Management Rob Golembiewski Assistant Professor Horticulture Department Oregon State University golembir@hort.oregonstate.edu 541-737-3479
3:50 p.m.	Break
4 p.m.	Rob Golembiewski continues
5 p.m.	Adjourn

 

Label Comprehension
XAGR9801E (CRN 33319)
Presents a comprehensive analysis of information contained within a pesticide product label. Covers the types of product registrations processed by the U.S. Environmental Protection and state agencies.  Reviews product label information required by Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, Rodenticide Act.  Includes interpretation of manufacturer supplied information related to the label.

• Fulfills the core training requirements to renew an Oregon Private Pesticide Applicator’s License or qualifies for four hours of other credit for any Oregon Pesticide Applicator or Consultant.
• Approved by the Oregon Landscape Contractors Board for four CEH.
• Laurie Gordon, instructor.
• 8 a.m.–noon, Saturday, December 5.
• Salem Campus, Building 62, Room 102.
• $42.

Wood Destroying Organism Inspection and Evaluation
XAGR9803D (CRN 33887)
Examines the biology, environment, and habits of wood-destroying organisms in the Pacific Northwest that commonly cause economic harm to wood structures, such as termites, carpenter ants, wood boring beetles, wood-destroying fungi and other structural damaging pests of wood structures.  Focuses on providing the state-licensed commercial pesticide applicator, operator or certified home inspector with advanced knowledge of wood destroying organisms and the means to communicate to interested parties the risks inherent with structural infestation as well as findings and solutions of an inspector.

• Six hours pesticide recertification credit available.
• Certificate available upon request for Home Inspector Certification points.
• Michael Hanscom, instructor.
• 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday, November 21.
• Salem Campus, Building 61, Room 102.
• $79.

Respiratory Protection for Agriculture Operations
XAGR9804K (38535)
Fulfills the core training requirements to renew an Oregon Private Pesticide Applicator’s License or qualifies for four hours of other credit for any Oregon Pesticide Applicator or Consultant.  Specific information related to respiratory protection for agricultural operations in Oregon and necessary elements such as hazard recognition, respiratory selection and care and maintenance of respirators will be presented. Oregon OSHA’s Respiratory Protection Standard for Agriculture will be covered.

• Stan Thomas, instructor.
• 8 a.m.-noon, Tuesday, December 1.
• Salem Campus, Building 61, Room 102.
• $42.

Forestry Vegetation Management
XAGR9802Z (CRN 33787)
Emphasizes the fundamentals of forest pesticides, including common herbicide formulations; timing of herbicide applications; and the use of herbicides in riparian areas.  Focuses on current surfactant technology and commonly used products.  Reviews characteristics of pesticides and pest control methods. 

• Four hours pesticide recertification credit available .
• Kurt Spingath, instructor.
• 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Thursday, December 3.
• Salem Campus, Building 62, Room 102.
• $42.

Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Basics
XAGR9804L (CRN 38452)
This course presents information on the main elements of IPM and surveys the pest management approaches and methods that can be employed as part of an IPM system.  Discusses the economic and environmental benefits of IPM and cover examples of a variety of IPM plans.

• Six hours pesticide recertification credits available.
• This course has been approved by the Oregon Landscape Contractors Board for six CEH.
• David Spink, instructor.
• 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday, December 5.
• Salem Campus, Building 61, Room 102.
• $62.

Pesticide Applicator Training in Spanish
XAGR9804E (CRN 37164)
Emphasizes pesticide laws and regulations.  Stresses pesticide labeling.  Demonstrates appropriate calculations. Includes information on pesticide exposure risk, personal protective equipment, safe pesticide handling procedures, application equipment calibration and maintenance, accident prevention, and pesticide spill management. Covers signs and symptoms of pesticide poisoning and first aid procedures. 

• Eight hours recertification credit available, including “core” or “other” credits.
• Juan Pablo Valot, instructor.
• 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday, December 5.
• Salem Campus, Building 62, Room 101.
• $89, includes textbook.
• Exam offered 5:30-8:30 p.m.
• Cost of exam $20 (exact cash or check payable to Chemeketa Community College only, paid at time of exam). Bring photo ID and SS# to exam.
• Call 503.399.5139 or 503.589.7946 before December 3 to register.
• No refunds after December 3.
• Bring a pencil/pen, paper, and calculator to class.

Curso para Aplicadores de Pesticidas
XAGR9804E (CRN 37164)
El curso se enfoca en las leyes y regulaciones de los pesticidas. Se enfatiza el estudio de la etiqueta de pesticidas y se demuestra los cálculos apropiados de los mismos. La clase también incluye información sobre: el riesgo a la exposición de plaguicidas, equipo personal de protección (PPE), procedimientos para un manejo seguro de pesticidas, equipos de aplicación, calibración y mantenimiento, prevención de accidentes y el manejo correcto de derrames. También se discuten los signos y síntomas de envenenamiento por pesticidas y primeros auxilios.

• Ocho horas de créditos para la recertificación están disponibles, incluyendo cuatro “créditos core” y cuatro de otro tipos de créditos.
• Sábado, el 5 de deciembre, de 8:00 a.m. a 5:00 p.m.
• Instructor: Juan Pablo Valot
• Chemeketa Salem Campus, Edificio 61, Aula 102.
• $89, incluye libro de texto.
• Se ofrecerá examen de 5:30 a 8:30 p.m.
• Interesados pueden llamar al 503.589.7946 o al 503.399.5139, para más información y para registrarse.
• Traer papel, calculadora y lápiz o bolígrafo.

Calibration for Accuracy of Pesticide Application
XAGR9801K (CRN 30287)
Emphasizes the importance of accurate calibration and identifies types of application equipment and their components.  Presents calibration principles and reviews appropriate calculations.

• Fulfills core training requirements to renew an Oregon Private Pesticide Applicator’s License or qualifies for four hours of other credit for any Oregon Pesticide Applicator or Consultant.
• Mike Ricks, instructor.
• 8 a.m.-noon, Tuesday, December 15.
• Salem Campus, Building 61, Room 102.
• $42.

Weed Identification and Management
XAGR9801F
Introduces weed plants.  Explores herbicide chemistry.  Covers herbicide selection. 

• Four hours pesticide recertification credit available.
• Mike Ricks, instructor.
• Salem Campus, Building 61, Room 102.
• $42.
• Register for one of the following two sessions:
  • (CRN 36656)
  • 8 a.m.-noon, Wednesday, December 16
  • (CRN 35423)
  • 1-5 p.m., Wednesday, December 16

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Winter 2010 Schedule

Registration begins November 17, 2009.

Term runs from January 4 through March 19, 2010.

Horticulture Credit Courses

Plant Propagation
HOR211 (CRN 52837-lecture, CRN 52839-lab, register for both)
Discover the art and science of plant propagation with hands-on techniques using seeds, cuttings, division, layering and grafting in Chemeketa’s greenhouses.  Explore techniques of tissue culture of plants.  Gain knowledge and experience with the equipment, materials and environmental conditions used in commercial propagation and visit the propagation facilities at several area nurseries.  Three credits.

• Gail Gredler, instructor.
• 3:30–5:30 p.m., Mondays and Wednesdays.
• Chemeketa Salem Campus, Building 62, Room 102.
• $210 plus $50 fee.

Identification of Woody Plants II
HOR227 (CRN 57174-lecture and CRN 57175-lab, register for both)
Learn to identify species and varieties of landscape trees and shrubs, focusing on conifers and broadleaf evergreens with ornamental value. Plant identification techniques that rely on recognition of form, structure and visual details of leaves, needles, cones, fruit and bark will be used. Labs include identification of trees and shrubs at local nurseries, The Oregon Garden, Chemeketa campus, and other area locations with a diversity of plant material.  (Identification of Woody Plants I, II, and III can be taken independently or in any sequence.)  Three credits.

• Gail Gredler, instructor.
• 12-5 p.m., Thursdays.
• Chemeketa Salem Campus, Building 62, Room 102.
• $210 plus $61 fee.

Integrated Pest Management: Diseases
HOR235 (CRN 57179)
Presents an integrated approach to disease management in the nursery and greenhouse. Covers identification of common fungal, bacterial and viral diseases in the nursery and greenhouse.  Discusses monitoring and diagnosing diseases of greenhouse and nursery plants. Focuses on cultural, biological, physical and chemical methods of disease management.  Three credits.

• David Spink, instructor.
• 6-9 p.m., Thursdays.
• Chemeketa Salem Campus, Building 62, Room 102.
• $210 plus $24 fee.

Horticulture Marketing
HOR257 (CRN 57180)
Covers the fundamentals of marketing ornamental plants, including market analysis and market strategies.  Explores a variety of marketing communication tools and techniques and examines advantages and disadvantages of each.  Examines current situations and future trends in national and international marketing.  Focuses on development of a marketing plan for a nursery and greenhouse business. Three credits.

• Miles McCoy, instructor.
• 6-9 p.m., Mondays.
• Chemeketa Salem Campus, Building 62, Room 101.
• $210 plus $24 fee.

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Landscaping Courses

Sustainable Landscaping
XAGR9802K (CRN 60028)
Introduces sustainable concepts for residential or light commercial landscape site development. Relates elements of art and principles of design for applications in sustainable site development. Compares the relationships of managed landscapes with the environment. Surveys sustainable site vegetation, plant material communities and other landscape elements. Presents ecologically sound management options for maintenance, construction and installation activities in public and private outdoor spaces. Explores marketing of sustainable strategies to enhance the human experience in landscapes.

• Approved by the Oregon Landscape Contractors Board for 30 CEH.
• Liz Frances, instructor.
• 6:30-9:30 p.m., Wednesdays, January 6-March 10.
• Chemeketa Salem Campus, Building 62, Room 101.
• $193.

Landscape Irrigation
XAGR9802E (CRN 51457)
Covers the basic concepts of landscape irrigation design using traditional and micro irrigation materials.

• Approved by the Oregon Landscape Contractors Board for 30 CEH.
• Greg Hubert, instructor.
• 6:30-9:30 p.m., Tuesdays, January 5-March 9.
• Chemeketa Salem Campus, Building 61, Room 102.
• $193.

Landscape Business Practices
XAGR9804D (CRN 58518)
Introduces fundamentals for establishing a landscape business in Oregon.  Presents an overview of the landscaping industry.  Examines landscape contractor business plans. Covers purchasing and pricing structures, marketing techniques, and financial management tools.  Surveys problematic business scenarios common to the landscape industry.

• Approved by the Oregon Landscape Contractors Board for 30 CEH.
• Liz Frances, instructor.
• 6:30-9:30 p.m., Mondays, January 4-March 15.
• Chemeketa Salem Campus, Building 61, Room 102.
• $193.

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AgriBusiness Course

Craft Beer Production
XAGR9804W (CRN 58689)
Focuses on beer production practices and quality control management. Covers equipment operation, maintenance, sanitation and safety.  Demonstrates wort and beer analysis, additions, fermentation management, and laboratory testing. Presents beer packaging options.

• Matthew Sage and Van Havig, instructors.
• 9 a.m.–4 p.m., Saturdays
  • January 9: Bridgeport Brewpub, 1313 NW Marshall Street, Portland;
  • January 23: Portland location TBA;
  • February 6: Portland location TBA;
  • February 20: Chemeketa Woodburn Center, 120 East Lincoln Street, Woodburn; and
  • March 6: Portland location TBA.
• Students must be 21 years of age.
• $289.

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Pesticide Recertification and Exam Review Courses

Pesticide Laws and Safety and Directly Supervised Trainee Review
XAGR9801M (CRN 51478)
Reviews federal and state pesticide laws and the government agencies related to pesticide regulation and safe pesticide use.  Helps prepare the student to take Oregon’s pesticide certification exams in Laws and Safety and Directly Supervised Trainees categories.

• Approved by the Oregon Landscape Contractors Board for 8 CEH.
• Eight hours recertification credit available.
• Laurie Gordon, instructor.
• 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Tuesday, January 19.
• Chemeketa Salem Campus, Building 61, Room 102.
• $173.
• Call 503.399.5139 or 503.589.7946 by January 4 to register and receive advance study materials.
• No refunds after January 4.
• Bring a pencil, paper, calculator, and materials we send to class.
• Exam offered 5:30-8:30 p.m.  Cost of exam $20 (exact cash or check payable to Chemeketa Community College only, paid at time of exam).  Bring photo ID and SS# to exam location.

Structural Pest Control
XAGR9801R  (CRN 51475)
Covers proper inspection, identification, and methods of control of wood destroying organisms that attack structures in Oregon, such as termites, carpenter ants, and wood boring beetles, including Integrated Pest Management.  Emphasizes the safe handling and use of pesticides and Oregon Department of Agriculture licensing requirements.  Helps prepare the student to successfully take Oregon’s Commercial Pesticide Applicator certification exam in the Industrial, Institutional, Health and Structural: Structural Pest Control category.

• Twelve hours recertification credit available.
• Michael Hanscom, instructor.
• 9 a.m.–4 p.m., Saturdays, January 23 and 30.
• Chemeketa Salem Campus, Building 61, Room 102.
• $132.
• Bring a pencil/pen, paper and calculator to class.
• Exam offered 4:30-7:30 p.m., January 30.  Cost of exam $20 (exact cash or check payable to Chemeketa Community College only, paid at time of exam).  Bring photo ID and SS# to exam location. 

Pesticide Applicator Training in Spanish
XAGR9804E (CRN 57102)
Emphasizes pesticide laws and regulations.  Pesticide labeling is stressed and appropriate calculations are demonstrated.  Includes information on pesticide exposure risk, personal protective equipment, safe pesticide handling procedures, application equipment, calibration and maintenance, accident prevention, and pesticide spill management. Signs and symptoms of pesticide poisoning and first aid procedures are covered.

• Eight hours recertification credit available, including “core” or “other” credits.
• Juan Pablo Valot, instructor.
• 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday, January 23.
• Chemeketa Salem Campus, Building 62, Room 102.
• $89, includes textbook.
• Call 503.399.5139 or 503.589.7946 by January 21 for registration information.
• Bring a pencil/pen, paper, and calculator to class.
• Exam offered 5:30-8:30 p.m.  Cost of exam $20 (exact cash or check payable to Chemeketa Community College only, paid at time of exam).  Bring photo ID and SS# to exam location.

Este curso se enfoca en las leyes y regulaciones de los pesticidas. Se enfatiza el estudio de la etiqueta de pesticidas y se demuestra los cálculos apropiados de los mismos. La clase también incluye información sobre: el riesgo a la exposición de plaguicidas, equipo personal de protección (PPE), procedimientos para un manejo seguro de pesticidas, equipos de aplicación, calibración y mantenimiento, prevención de accidentes y el manejo correcto de derrames. También se discuten los signos y síntomas de envenenamiento por pesticidas y primeros auxilios.

• La clase es equivalente a ocho horas de créditos y están disponibles para la recertificación, incluyendo cuatro créditos requeridos (“core”) y cuatro créditos de otro tipo.
• Sábado, 23 de enero, de 8:00 a.m. a 5:00 p.m.
• Instructor: Juan Pablo Valot
• Chemeketa Community College, Salem Campus, Edificio 62, Aula 102.
• $89, incluye libro de texto.
• Interesados pueden llamar al (503) 589-7946 o al (503) 399-5139, a partir del 21 de enero, para más información y para registrarse.
• Traer papel, calculadora y lápiz o bolígrafo.
• Se ofrecerá el examen de 5:30 a 8:30 p.m., el costo del examen es de $20 (pago en efectivo o por cheque dirigido a Chemeketa Community College al momento del examen).
• Traer identificación y número de seguro social al lugar del examen.

Pesticide Right-of-Way Training
XAGR9801P (CRN 51458)
This is a review session designed to present information about weed biology, identification and control practices; herbicide basics; pesticide application; right-of-way chemicals; and laws and liability in preparation for taking Oregon's Right-of-Way and Regulatory Weed Control licensing exams.

• No recertification credit will be available.
• Laurie Gordon, instructor.
• 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday, February 16 and 18.
• Chemeketa Salem Campus, Building 61, Room 102.
• $179.
• Call 503.399.5139 or 503.589.7946 by February 2 to register and receive advance study material.
• No refunds after February 2.
• Bring a pencil, paper, calculator, and materials we send to class.
• Exam offered 4:30-7:30 p.m., February 18.  Cost of exam $20 (exact cash or check payable to Chemeketa Community College only, paid at time of exam).  Bring photo ID and SS# to exam location.
• Prerequisite: Pesticide Laws and Safety and Trainee Review or passing score on Laws and Safety exam within the last two years.

Worker Protection Standard
XAGR9801H (CRN 51422)
Meets the training requirement portion of the small farm exemption under OAR 437-001-0057.  Presents specific information related to EPA’s Worker Protection Standard (WPS) and its implementation in Oregon.  Covers the elements of this regulation in addition to other related state and federal regulations regarding pesticide worker safety.

• Four hours recertification credit available, including “core” or “other” credits.
• Tomàs Schwabe, instructor.
• 8 a.m.-noon, Friday, February 26.
• Chemeketa Salem Campus, Building 62, Room 101.
• $42.

Private Applicator License Training
XAGR9801L
Emphasizes pesticide laws and regulations.  Stresses pesticide labeling.  Includes information on application equipment, pesticide safety, pests and pest control.  Demonstrates appropriate calculations.  All in preparation for taking Oregon's Private Applicator's Licensing examination.

• Mike Ricks, instructor.
• Textbook available at class for $22.50.
• Exam offered 4:30-7:30 p.m. Cost of exam $20 (exact cash or check payable to Chemeketa Community College only, paid at time of exam).  Bring photo ID and SS# to exam.
• Register for one of the following three sessions.
  
  • (CRN 51486)
  • 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Friday, January 15.
  • Chemeketa Salem Campus, Building 61, Room 102.
  • $62.
  • (CRN 57165)
  • 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Friday, February 19.
  • McMinnville Health Science Education Center, Room 100.
  • $74.
  • (CRN 53287)
  • 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Tuesday, March 2.
  • Chemeketa Salem Campus, Building 61, Room 102.
  • $62.

Pesticide Ornamental Turf: Herbicide Training
XAGR9801Q (CRN 51453)
Approved by the Oregon Landscape Contractors Board for 8 CEH.  Surveys the use of herbicides in the establishment and maintenance of ornamental plants and turf.  Helps prepare the student to take Oregon’s pesticide licensing examination in the Ornamental and Turf: Herbicide category.

• Approved by the Oregon Landscape Contractors Board for 8 CEH.
• Eight hours recertification credit available.
• Laurie Gordon, instructor.  8 a.m.-5 p.m., Friday, March 19.
• Chemeketa Salem Campus, Building 61, Room 102.
• $126.
• Call 503.399.5139 or 503.589.7946 before March 4 to register and receive advance study material.
• No refunds after March 4.
• Bring a pencil/pen, paper, calculator and materials we send to class.
• Exam offered 5:30-8:30 p.m.  Cost of exam $20 (exact cash or check payable to Chemeketa Community College only, paid at time of exam).  Bring photo ID and SS# to exam location.
• Prerequisite: Pesticide Laws and Safety and Trainee Review or passing score on Laws and Safety exam within the last two years.

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Updated November 5, 2009 by Chemeketa's Department of Natural Resources.