Course Offerings

This course is designed to provide an in-depth overview of the recognition and avoidance of unsafe conditions in the construction industry. Students will explore and understand OSHA regulations for Construction, their enforcement, and compliance issues. Topics include fall protection, hazard communication, electrical safety, personal protective and life saving equipment, ladders and safety, as well as confined space entry, fire protection, excavations, crane safety, and more.

Course Objectives

have an in-depth understanding of all topics presented and be able to recognize job site hazards on a construction site.

Outline of Instruction

The course will provide the following OSHA required and elective information:

Required Topics Required Hours
Introduction to OSHA 2
Managing Safety and Health 2
OSHA Focus Four Hazards 6
a) Falls 1.25 Hours
b) Electrocution 1.25 Hours
c) Struck-By 1.25 Hours
d) Caught In or Between 1.25 Hours
Personal Protective Equipment and Lifesaving Equipment 2
Health Hazards in Construction 2
Stairways and Ladders 1

Elective Topics (Must have a minimum of 12 hours)
Concrete and Masonry Construction
Confined Space Entry
Cranes, Derricks, Hoists, Elevators & Conveyors
Ergonomics
Excavations
Fire Protection and Prevention
Materials Handling, Storage, Use & Disposal
Motor Vehicles, Mechanized Equipment and Marine Operations
Powered Industrial Vehicles
Safety and Health Programs
Scaffolds
Steel Erection
Tools - Hand and Power
Welding and Cutting

Optional - 3 Hours. Teach other construction industry hazards or policies and/or expand on the mandatory or elective topics. The minimum length of any topic is one-half hour.

Total Hours 30

Contact Hours

30

CEUs

1

Industry Standard, State or National Certification

Certification

US Department of Labor

Website

https://www.osha.gov/dte/outreach/construction/

Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements

Upon successful completion of this course, students will earn the OSHA 30-Hour card for construction.

CE or CU Articulation

No

Prerequisites

None

Learning Supplies Needed

Provided by instructor.

Clinical Site/Special Facilities

None

Requirements for Successful Completion

attendance

Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements

N/A

Intended Audience

Specific Industry or Business Support Needs

N/A

Wake County Need for Industry Positions

N/A

Industry or Job Titles Related to Training Outcomes for Employment

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Course Contact Information

Larry Buie
919-334-1611
[email protected]