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17th Annual Safety Fest of the Great Northwest: North Idaho

Location: Workforce Training Center

February 19-21, 2025

Safety Fest is the combined efforts of large/small businesses, industry, non-profit organizations, and municipal agencies that come together to promote safety & health at work, at home, and in the community.

Safety Fest offers three days of free training and is dedicated to making this region a safe place to work and live. The safety & health classes, demonstrations, and workshops are free to the public to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to learn these important skills. All monies and in-kind support are used towards Safety Fest expenses.

Who Should Attend
We invite general industry, mining, transportation, healthcare, manufacturing, and construction professionals; as well as ANY business or community member interested in safety-related training.

Location
NIC Workforce Training Center
525 S Clearwater Loop
Post Falls, ID

Registration
Will open at January 16 at 8am.
Submit all inquiries to customizedtraining@nic.edu or call (208) 769-7732.

Cost
Thanks to the generous contributions of our supporters, instructors, and volunteers, all classes are FREE.

Safety Fest 2025 Class Schedule

Registration Opens January 16 at 8am

Prepare for Registration

  • To ensure your registration goes smoothly, we recommend that you gather your student login/password information prior to the registration start date. 
  • Set up a student profile or check on an existing account.
  • Student schedules and certificates of completion will be sent via email, so it’s important to make sure that your name is spelled correctly and that your email address belongs to you.
  • If you are unable to attend any of your classes, please contact Customer Service at (208) 769-3333 to cancel. This will free up a spot and allow more students to attend.
  • Review the event schedule prior to the registration opening (subject to change). Many of the classes fill up fast, so it’s good to have a plan.
  • Employers: There is a limit of five students per class.

Join us for the Exhibitor Showcase on February 19 and 20, running from 8 am to 5 pm. We're thrilled to welcome back familiar organizations and introduce new faces this year. The success of Safety Fest hinges on the tremendous support we receive. Be sure to explore the various booths for a chance to win exciting prizes in the vendor bingo raffle. The drawing will take place at 12:45 on Thursday, February 20. See you there!

2025 Exhibitors

3M Fall Protection

ABC, Inland Pacific Chapter

ALLWEST

Columbia Southern University

Copper State

Damage Prevention Board/Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses

Ginno Construction

Idaho Central Credit Union

Idaho Occupational Safety and Health Consultation Program at Boise State University

Kootenai Health

Kootenai County Utilities Council

Leavitt Group

North Idaho College

Operation Life Saver

Pacific Northwest OSHA Education Center at University of WA

Panhandle Health District

StanCraft Construction Group

Strata

Timber Products Manufacturing Association

United Rentals Trench Safety

WestWind Wellness Clinic

Red Lion Hotel Templin's on the River
414 E 1st Avenue, Post Falls, ID 83854
208-773-1611
Use Group Code: NICS0225 for a Standard Room rate of $119. Call for Reservations.
Visit website

 

Sleep Inn
157 S Pleasant View Road, Post Falls, ID 83854
208-413-9144
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The Coeur d’Alene Resort
115 S 2nd Street, Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814
208-209-5031
Visit website

  • Parking is available at NIC’s Workforce Training Center
  • Overflow parking located across the street
  • Carpooling is encouraged
  • Please be mindful of our neighbors
  • All parking is free

Photo of Parking Map for Workforce Training Center

Nampa, ID
January 6-10, 2025
Hosted by College of Western Idaho, Micron Education Center

Twin Falls, ID
March 25-27, 2025
Hosted by College of Southern Idaho, Workforce Development

Pocatello, ID
May 13-15, 2025
Hosted by Idaho State University, Continuing Education & Workforce Training

Lewiston, ID
May 2025
Hosted by Lewis-Clark State College, Workforce Training

Support Safety Fest

Want to be a part of keeping this valuable training FREE to our community and workers on the front line? Want to showcase your company's dedication to safety & health in the workplace - then consider supporting Safety Fest of the Great Northwest. There are a variety of participation levels. All monies and in-kind support are used towards Safety Fest expenses. 

2025 Supporters. Thank You!

Title: $3,000
Ginno Construction

Platinum Level: $1,000
ALLWEST
CDA Paving
StanCraft Construction Group

Gold Level: $500
ABC, Inland Pacific Chapter
Idaho Central Credit Union
Idaho Forest Group
LaRiviere, Inc
Strata
United Rentals Trench Safety

Break: $350
Columbia Southern University
Copper State
Kootenai County Utilities Council
Kootenai Health

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