TMLIRP Safety and Risk Management Training Sessions

The TML Intergovernmental Risk Pool is providing safety training in Kingsville on March 9, 2027. These programs are provided at no charge to TMLIRP member entities. 

Local government employees will find at least one course that will help them review and improve decisions that impact themselves, co-workers, and the public.

Field Operations Safety

Public works and utilities employees keep the city working, whether treating and distributing drinking water, collecting and treating wastewater, repairing streets and utility lines, mowing, maintaining parks, or whatever job needs to be done. Field Operations Safety will provide information and discussion about not just keeping the city going, but more importantly, workers going home safe.

Work Zone Safety 

According to the Texas Department of Transportation, in 2020, more than 22,000 traffic crashes occurred in work zones in Texas, resulting in 186 deaths, a 9 percent increase in traffic fatalities over the previous year. Another 690 people were seriously injured. Drivers and their passengers account for the majority of those involved in fatal work zone crashes. in. By focusing on practical strategies and improving teamwork, Work Zone Safety delivers a foundation for success.

Professional Driving for Public Entities

As a public sector employee, you set the example on Texas roadways. No matter your job title or experience level, when you get behind the wheel, you are responsible for travelling through your city safely.

This classroom-based course reviews information related to common driving situations faced by public employees.

Who Should Attend?

Field Operations Safety is designed to educate, entertain, and challenge any employee engaged in operations or maintenance activities. From public works and utilities to parks and maintenance, this course is for personnel at all levels. 

Work Zone Safety is designed to educate, entertain, and challenge any employee expected to operate in a work zone, including streets, water, wastewater, gas, electric, and other utilities personnel.

Professional Driving for Public Entities is designed to educate any employee assigned to operate a government vehicle, including public works, utilities, gas, electric, parks and recreation, and other personnel.

By providing fresh perspectives and interactive learning opportunities, TMLIRP training can benefit employees of cities and other entities throughout Texas.

Instructor

James Bailey

Public Works Outreach Consultant
TMLIRP