Kentucky Welding Institute

CERTIFIED SAFETY TRAINING

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The Program

LEARN SAFETY, EXPERIENCE SAFETY, PRACTICE SAFETY

At Kentucky Welding Institute (KWI), safety training isn’t a side note—it’s built into the foundation of every welding program. Our graduates don’t just enter the workforce with technical skills; they step in fully prepared, holding industry-recognised safety certifications that employers trust.

Safety is more than a requirement—it’s a responsibility. That’s why KWI focuses on practical, hands-on safety instruction. Our students don’t just read manuals. They wear the harness, strike the match, and guide the crane. The result? Graduates who know how to stay safe in high-risk job sites and contribute to a safer work environment from day one.

KWI’s safety certifications give you a competitive edge, proving your readiness before you even clock in.

"We didn’t just read about fire protection—we lit fires and put them out. That experience sticks with you."

Zach Blevins
KWI Graduate, 2024

CERTIFIED SAFETY TRAINING PROGRAM

  • OSHA 30 Training (Construction Safety Standards)
  • MSHA 24 Mine Safety Certification
  • Basic Plus Safety Certification
  • CPR and First Aid Certification through ASHI
  • Fire Suppression Drills and Fall Protection Simulations
  • Equipment Handling: Forklifts, Scaffolding, Ladders, and Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus
  • Live Crane Rigging and Signaling Practice
  • In-depth knowledge of OSHA 1926 Construction Safety Standards
  • Hands-on experience in fall protection using live harness drills
  • Real-world fire suppression training with extinguishers and outdoor fire practice
  • Scaffold assembly and forklift operation under guided supervision
  • Crane signaling, rigging practice, and controlled load movement
  • Toxicology awareness and jobsite safety culture
  • Emergency response techniques through CPR and First Aid simulations
  • OSHA 30 Card (Construction Industry Safety Credential)
  • MSHA 24 Training (Mine Safety and Health)
  • CPR and First Aid Certification (ASHI)
  • Basic Plus Certification (Industrial Safety Readiness)
  • NCCCO Rigger and Signal Certification
  • TWIC Card (Nationwide Background Security Clearance)
  • Coalition of Construction Safety Toxicology Card (Drug-Free Status)
  • Safety-trained employees help reduce workplace incidents and improve overall job-site performance
  • Employers rely on certified staff to maintain low EMRs, increasing their chances of winning bids
  • Many contractors require OSHA and MSHA credentials before hiring
  • Certifications like TWIC and NCCCO expand job access to secure and high-paying industrial sites
  • KWI graduates walk in with the credentials others take months to earn on the job

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