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Health & Safety

11/27/24

Thankful for YOU!

Happy Thanksgiving from Resource Training & Solutions!

11/5/24

November is National Career Development Month!

At Resource Training & Solutions, we're thrilled to celebrate this month by spotlighting our career and technical education (CTE) offerings, dedicated to equipping students across central Minnesota with the skills and experiences they need to succeed.

10/31/24

Happy Halloween!

Happy Halloween from Resource Training & Solutions! Celebrating with our members across central Minnesota—wishing you all a safe and festive day!

8/21/24

Celebrating Exceptional Service!

RTS board member, Paul Bravinder, was honored with the Minnesota Services Cooperatives Outstanding Service Award.

6/19/24

Resource Training & Solutions: Celebrating Juneteenth

In honor of Juneteenth and its significance in commemorating the end of slavery in the United States, Resource Training & Solutions offices will be closed today as we reflect on the journey towards equality and justice for all.

6/18/24

Vol. 6: The Central Connection

Check out Volume 6 of The Central Connection, your place for regional news, events, and information.

6/18/24

Is Your Building Water Safe? Lead Testing: Why It Matters

Resource Training & Solutions provides affordable, comprehensive lead-in-water testing services to ensure your facility meets state regulations and protects the well-being of its occupants. Choose us for reliable, expert solutions to keep your water safe!

6/14/24

Improving Safety: Expert Evacuation Map Design Services

Creating an emergency evacuation map for your building sounds simple. However, there are many factors to consider. Our team of health and safety experts will ensure that if an emergency arises, your students, staff, and visitors will have a clear guide to safety.

3/25/24

Vol. 5: The Central Connection

Check out Volume 5 of The Central Connection, your place for regional news, events, and information.

3/21/24

Safe Spaces, Secure Futures

Trust Resource Training & Solutions for Expert Safety Measures in All of Your Renovation Projects!

3/20/24

Radon Testing in Schools

‍The team of Health and Safety professionals at Resource Training & Solutions can support you in all of your radon testing needs!

2/28/24

GMAX Testing and Field Safety

Is your artificial turf field safe? This is a question that should be asked on a regular basis to ensure that optimal field performance and safety standards are met. But how do you know? GMAX testing is one solution.

12/20/23

Special Projects, Testing, and Mitigation

Our highly trained staff can help you with all of your environmental projects. Whether you need testing or mitigation, the Resource Training & Solutions' health and safety team can help.

12/20/23

Happy Holidays

Season's greetings from the Resource Training & Solutions team! As the year draws to a close, we extend our heartfelt wishes for a season filled with peace, joy, and prosperity.

9/14/23

Streamline Access to Your School District's Safety Data Sheets with SDS Depot

Resource Training & Solutions SDS Depot is a powerful online tool designed to simplify the process of accessing and managing your SDS information.

9/14/23

Health & Safety

Health and safety leaders look to Resource for everything from performing safety inspections and analyzing samples to advising on issues and delivering training. We’re not just delivering the tools, we’re creating them.

6/13/23

23-24 Legislative Changes in Lead in School Drinking Water

The Minnesota Statutes, section 121A.335, is being amended to establish new requirements for school districts regarding lead testing and remediation in school buildings.

6/13/23

Boiler Licensing Preparation Course

This comprehensive course is suitable for individuals who wish to obtain a 2nd, 1st, or Special License.

3/23/23

Plan, Protect, Save Lives

Creating an emergency evacuation map for your building sounds simple. However, there are many factors to consider. A strong understanding of fire code compliance, OSHA regulations, and occupation type are all needed to make safe, compliant Emergency Evacuation Maps.

3/23/23

Are Seasonal Changes Affecting the Health of Your Building?

As we transition from winter to spring, seasonal changes can lead to a variety of problems that affect the occupants of your building.

3/23/23

GMAX Testing and Field Safety

Is your artificial turf field safe? This is a question that should be asked on a regular basis to ensure that optimal field performance and safety standards are met. But how do you know? GMAX testing is one solution.

7/19/22

LTFM Reporting and Facility Planning Just Got Easier!

ICS has developed an innovative web-based tool that simplifies facility planning. In a nutshell, it helps deliver a clear funding analysis, prioritizes replacement scheduling, and provides current repair costs for your peace of mind, and makes planning simple.

6/24/22

Cooperative Purchasing Connection

From classroom supplies to building infrastructure to technology, Cooperative Purchasing Connection (CPC) has the products and services that you’ll need this year.

6/24/22

A New School and Season for the SRR Storm

After over 50 years of use, Pleasantview Elementary School at Sauk Rapids-Rice Public Schools will step into an exciting season with a new elementary school this fall.

3/25/22

Are you in need of a pre-demolition asbestos inspection?

The Health & Safety department at Resource Training & Solutions is a Minnesota state licensed Asbestos Contractor with staff that are state-certified Asbestos Inspectors, Management Planners, Supervisors, and Project Designers.

3/25/22

We have you covered for all of your PPE needs!

We understand that there are a lot of questions surrounding personal protective equipment. Let our team of health and safety professionals help you determine the appropriate PPE that fits your needs at a fair price!

3/25/22

Manage Safety Data Sheets With SDS Depot

We know how important it is for you to be able to quickly and easily retrieve and review your SDSs. Resource Training & Solutions now offers SDS Depot, an online tool that makes accessing and managing your SDS information a snap.

1/20/22

Register Now For Our Annual Bloodborne Pathogens Update

Required Annual OSHA update for School Nurses including follow up training by NEAR Science Presenters Linsey McMurrin and Stacy Bender-Fayette. Register before February 17, 2022 to ensure a spot!

11/1/21

Honoring 31 Years of Outstanding Service

Resource Board Member, Jeannette Kester, was honored with the Outstanding Service Award at the Minnesota Service Cooperative Annual Board of Directors Conference.

7/28/21

Cooperative Purchasing Connection Updated Contract Catalog

Check out the updated contract catalog from the Cooperative Purchasing Connection!

3/15/21

Healthy Buildings: Are Your Schools Ready for Students to Return?

Are your systems not working well? Do you need help to identify your buildings issues and how to fix them? Our friends at ICS can help you out!

1/11/21

Region 7 PPE Distribution

Resource Training & Solutions receives shipment of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for regional schools as they make the transition back to in-person learning.

12/3/20

When You Think of Winter Maintenance - Think Cooperative Purchasing Connection!

Take a look at all of CPC's Facilities and Grounds vendors like Bobcat, Husqvarna, Tremco, and more!

10/23/18

Resource Saves Chisago Lakes $12k

Wayne Warzecha was just doing his job … but his advice delivered $12,000 in savings last year to Chisago Lakes School District.

10/18/18

BADGES Creates Positive Payoff for Kanabec County

The Kanabec County Sheriff’s Office was looking for helpers for the “Shop with a Cop” program — a program that pairs underprivileged children with shopping companions to buy needed items during back-to-school time or the holidays.