GERT/EOESH

Can I take EOESH or GERT in an instructor lead class as opposed to computer training (CBT)?
We do not generally offer EOESH or GERT as an instructor led class. Exceptions are made for organized student groups or groups of employees with special language needs. If you have such a group, please contact ES&H Training.

Are the CBT EOESH and GERT good for retraining as well as initial training?
Yes, it is good for both.

How do I challenge a course where I already understand the core materials?
If you are retraining, you can challenge the course by opting to go straight to the test sections of the CBT instead of watching the entire program. Paper challenges are also available.  Please see our web page for more information. Challenges are not available for those taking the course for the first time.

I need to renew my EOESH/GERT training; what do I do?
EOESH and GERT are currently available on computers at several satellite locations around SLAC. Please see our website for locations and information on how to make an appointment.

Study guides are available for both EOESH and GERT on the ES&H Training website. 

I'm a radiation worker level RWT l or RWT ll; do I have to take GERT?
Yes. GERT is a prerequisite to all RWT .

I've taken radiological training at another lab. Do I still have to take EOESH and GERT here at SLAC?
If you've taken radiological training at another lab, please contact the Field Operations Group Leader to see if it is transferable to SLAC. Before contacting the Group Leader, please have a copy of your training history available to help determine if your training is transferable.

If your training is transferable, you will be able to waive the GERT course. Your training will be valid for two years from the date you took your initially took your radiation training.

You will be required to take a SLAC specific safety orientation training such as course 396 - SON (if you will be at SLAC for less then 60 days in a year) or course 219 - EOESH (if you will be at SLAC 60 days or longer in a year).

I have a returning student who took EOESH and GERT last summer. Do they need to take these courses again this summer?
No. EOESH and GERT training is valid for two years (even if a person isn't at SLAC for the full two years). To show proof of training, the returning student's status in the SLAC Institutional Database must be changed from Inactive to Active. The Badging Office will need to verify training by viewing the student's training history.  If you need assistance with this, please see your department's ATOM. If you don't know who your atom is, please check the SLAC ATOM list