Training: Training Modules and Operations

Safety, Productivity and Professionalism remain the key focus for the NYSA-ILA Training Center which has been operating in its new facility since July 2005. The highest priority this year was the industry's first Hazardous Materials Refresher training course. We received a grant from the New Jersey Department of Labor; and, created and presented a Safety, Responsibility and Awareness module. We were also able to provide a "Train the Trainer" course using a portion of the grant money.

Training Center Schedule

NYSA-ILA Catalogue of Classroom Training Programs

Straddle Crane Simulator Training Course for New Operations

Safety in Marine Cargo Handling Operations Summary

The following is a breakdown of the number of longshore employees who attended classroom training during 2007:

• HazMat Refresher/Safety Responsibility and Awareness: 1700
• Hazardous Material Handling: 38
• Port Security Awareness: 38
• Respect and Dignity in the Workplace: 50
• PPGU - Respect and Dignity in the Workplace: 264
• PPGU - WFC Training: 315
• Straddle Carrier Orientation: 50
• Train the Trainer: 25

NYSA training staff and the 39 ILA trainers throughout the port work together instructing, training and retraining the workforce to meet the changing needs of the industry.

The following is a breakdown of skill certifications for Contract Year 2007:

• Hustler Drivers: 107
• Straddle Carrier Operators: 73
• Top Loader Operators: 27
• Empty Handler Operators: 47
• Noell Carrier Operators: 29
• Transtainer Operators: 56
• Stacker Operators: 34
• Crane Operators: 42
• RTG Operators: 3
• Hi-Lo Operators: 142