Course Description:

The OSHA 30-Hour Construction Industry Course is a comprehensive program designed for supervisors and workers with safety and health responsibilities that focuses on the identification, prevention, and control of workplace hazards in the construction industry. Participants will delve into OSHA regulations, safety management systems, and best practices for fostering a culture of safety on construction sites. The course incorporates case studies, discussions, and interactive exercises to enhance understanding and application of safety principles.

Course Objectives:

By the end of the OSHA 30-Hour Construction Industry Course, participants should be able to:

• Interpret OSHA regulations and standards applicable to the construction industry.
• Analyze and mitigate hazards associated with the “Focus Four” and other construction-related dangers.
• Implement effective safety management systems on construction sites.
• Demonstrate leadership in promoting a culture of safety among workers.
• Develop and implement comprehensive safety and health programs.
• Conduct effective incident investigations and root cause analyses.
• Understand and apply principles of fall protection, excavation safety, and other specialized topics.
• Identify and control health hazards in the construction industry.
• Utilize personal protective equipment (PPE) effectively.
• Effectively communicate safety information to workers and management.

Course Length:

The OSHA 30-Hour Construction Industry Course is conducted over four days, with each day consisting of approximately seven and a half hours of instruction. The extended duration allows for a more in-depth exploration of the course content, including discussions, case studies, and practical applications.

Delivery Format: Instructor led onsite training with lab and lecture.

Course Outline:

1. Introduction to OSHA and the OSHA Act
2. Managing Safety and Health
3. OSHA Focus Four Hazards
4. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
5. Health Hazards in Construction
6. Stairways and Ladders
7. Excavations
8. Scaffold Use
9. Cranes, Derricks, Hoists, Elevators, and Conveyors
10. Hand and Power Tools
11. Concrete and Masonry Construction
12. Confined Space Entry
13. Fall Protection
14. Electrical Safety
15. Hazard Communication

Materials Handling, Storage, Use, and Disposal