Currently, 2021 Environmental Officer (EO) classes are scheduled for the virtual learning environment due to COVID-19 restrictions.  Once restrictions are lifted, in person classes will resume and be held in the traditional classroom setting. 

REFRESHER CLASSES:

We will begin Virtual EO Refresher training (1 day) for our *CURRENT EO’s* in Jan.  We will be conducting this training on the following dates:

  • April 6
  • May 4
  • June 8

INITIAL CLASSES:

We will be offering our Virtual initial EO training (3 day) on the following dates:

  • 23-25 February
  • 27-29 April
  • 22-24 June
  • 24-26 August
  • 26-28 October

These classes will be filled as registrations are sent in, based on choice and availability.  Once a class is filled, it will close to registrations for those dates and a notice will be sent out.  Possible additional class dates will be added if needed.

To receive training the following must be completed *prior* to training date:

  • Registration form with a copy of current EO Appointment Orders completed and sent in as directed
  • MS Teams on your government/employer provided desktop/laptop
  • Video chat capabilities or a headset with a microphone
  • Ability to dedicate your day(s) to training without interruption

If you have any questions about adding the program (MS Teams) to your gov’t desktop or laptop, please contact your Unit/Activity/Employer’s IT Department for assistance.  Adding MS Teams to your cell phone or personal laptop will not be an acceptable avenue to attend this class.

  • Required Frequency: Initial course then Refresher course is required yearly after successful completion of Initial course to stay compliant.
  • Governing Regs: AR 200-1, Fort Knox EMD Handbook
  • Additional Info: Registration and Appointment Orders required. To register for a class, send an email to army.knox.emd@mail.mil, or call 502-624-3629.

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Asbestos/Lead Based Paint Awareness

  • Length: 2 hours
  • Dates: Upon request
  • Required Frequency: Annually
  • Governing Regs: 29 CFR, 40 CFR, HUD Guidelines
 

Hunter's Safety Course

  • Length: 2 days
  • Dates: Contact Hunt Control - 502-624-7311
  • Required Frequency: One Time
  • Governing Regs: Fort Knox 200-3
 

Recycle Awareness

  • Length: 1 hour
  • Dates: Contact QRP - 502-624-5026
  • Required Frequency: None
  • Governing Regs: Fort Knox 200-2
 

Spill Response and Planning

  • Length: 2 hours
  • Dates: Upon Request
  • Required Frequency: Annually
  • Governing Regs: Clean Water Act, EPCRA, Fort Knox EMD Handbook
 

Storm Water Training

  • Length: 2 hours
  • Dates: Upon Request
  • Required Frequency: Annually
  • Governing Regs: Clean Water Act
 

Unit Environmental Awareness

  • Length: 1 hour
  • Dates: Upon Request
  • Required Frequency: None
  • Governing Regs: AR 200-1, Fort Knox EMD Handbook