Joe Sermulis of Eramet in a harness during the confined space rescue training conducted by O’Brien’s Safety Services at the Reno Volunteer Fire Department. (Photo Provided)

Ryan Moore of Eramet in a confined space rescue training for employees of Eramet. (Photo Provided)

Travis Sanford, an instructor from O’Brien’s Safety Service, demonstrates a rope and tackle during the confined space rescue training for employees of Eramet. (Photo Provided)

Thirteen employees at Eramet participated in a 40-hour confined space rescue training class from Monday to Friday at the Reno Volunteer Fire Department from O’Brien’s Safety Services. From left, top, James Kenny, Nate Staats, Kyle Jackson, Dan Betts, Todd Kettering, Seth Vanmatre, Ryan Moore and Brandon Boone. Bottom, Instructor Travis Sanford, Dave Lee, Ben Gum, Rick Gum, Duane Copenhagen, Joe Sermulis and Instructor Dave Ross. (Photo Provided)