We know that a safe and secure work environment plays an important role in any institution’s overall safety plan. Our 3D facilities management training helps colleges properly equip their teams with the skills needed to perform preventive tasks and corrective repairs.
This course is designed for support staff working with electricity, and addresses a wide variety of electrical safety issues in the college environment.
Gain a deeper understanding of electricity and define key terms related to electricity
Identify how circuits and loads operate
Understand “hot work” and extension cord overloads
Review accident and fatality statistics and electrical safety practices
This course is designed for support staff working in the college environment. This course reviews the components of fire systems and fire sprinkler systems.
Define basic fire panel operation and testing terminology
Identify how often a fire pump churn test should be performed
Identify the proper way to start a fire pump for a churn test
Identify the difference between wet-type and dry-pipe sprinkler systems
This facilities maintenance course focuses primarily on the components that condition and move the air that flows through HVAC systems.
Recognize the primary components of an air handler
Describe how an air handler operates
List some methods of air handler maintenance
List methods of air handler troubleshooting
This course provides building engineers with a deeper understanding of the basic elements of hydronic systems so they can responsibly and confidently manage and operate them.
Define the types of hydronic systems, including gravity systems
Understand expansion tanks including their role in a hydronic system
Summarize the typical maintenance on a flat plate heat exchanger
Recognize when a heat exchanger needs to be cleaned
This facilities maintenance course covers three types of plumbing piping: plastic, steel and copper. Topics include suitable joining methods for each type of pipe and the potential hazards in each of these methods.
Identify the type of pipes to be used in a pipe threading machine
Identify the three types of copper pipes and their usage
Sequence the steps to cement two pieces of P-V-C
Describe health and safety concerns with all the connection methods
This course covers the basics of water treatment in large buildings. Topics include operation of cooling towers and boilers, control of scaling, fouling, pH and bacteria that can lead to Legionnaires’ disease.
Identify the steps in maintaining proper water treatment
Define terms related to water treatment
Recognize what causes slime and scale, and the impact they have on a water system
Differentiate between open-loop and closed-loop water systems
This course is designed only as a supplement to your employer’s hands-on, product-specific safety training on proper tool use. Topics include fire prevention and protection, personal protection, and more.
Gain a basic understanding of safety requirements for welding, cutting, and brazing
Understand policies that help ensure safety in the workplace
Understand ventilation and protection of employee health
Define key terms related to welding, cutting, and brazing
Our facility management courses are specifically designed for higher education so that faculty and staff can relate to the content and learn valuable strategies.
Vector Solutions’ maintenance training programs help comply with OSHA standards and regulations.
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OSHA
Clery Act
Title IX
State-Specific Regulations
“The Vector LMS, Higher Education platform is a practical and cost-effective solution to institutions on tight budgets. And, has helped us comply with OSHA, Title IX, and Workplace Harassment.”
Charlotte Strickland
Director of Professional Development and Training
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Facilities management involves the coordination of physical resources, people, and operations to ensure functionality, comfort, safety, and efficiency across college and university campuses. It encompasses a wide range of services, including maintenance, space planning, energy management, and regulatory compliance across an institution’s physical infrastructure.
Effective facilities management in higher education ensures a safe, well-maintained, and sustainable environment that supports learning, teaching, and research. It helps institutions meet compliance standards, reduce operational costs, and extend the life of campus assets—all while improving the student and faculty experience.
Vector Solutions’ facility maintenance training programs provide standardized, up-to-date courses that help your staff stay informed on safety protocols, regulations, and best practices. This training supports compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory bodies while minimizing risk and promoting a culture of safety and accountability.
Automation streamlines the management of training and compliance by enabling real-time tracking, scheduling, reporting, and certification. With automated systems in place, administrators can reduce manual tasks, ensure timely training completion, and gain better visibility into performance and compliance metrics.
Our Environmental Health and Facilities Management library offers tactile training for facility and asset maintenance, including basic facilities skills and hazard communication.
Our Security and Risk library is designed to help mitigate human error and address the personal and physical security aspects of institutional safety.
ur Human Resources and Workforce Management library covers topics like HIPAA, FERPA, hiring considerations, and employee performance.
Our Health and Human Safety library addresses the people-oriented aspects of safety, such as substance misuse and health emergencies.
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