Bob R
Living Legend
I know what you're talking about IRT doing it during work hours. They aren't making it mandatory for civilians anymore, but as long as there are open slots, we can slide into the class. They offer BRC, ARC, and ERC courses. I've never actually taken any and was just entertaining the idea of starting at the beginning and taking all 3. Especially if it's free and considered "Safety Training".
I would be taking those courses every couple of years if they were free. I imagine you also get paid you normal pay while doing the "safety training"? You should be on that like white on rice.
bob