OSHA has found that a large number of fatalities in the Construction industry can be tied to struck-by and caught-in or caught-between incidents. Because of the injury and fatality rate associated with these types of incidents, it is extremely important for workers to be aware of potential hazards in the workplace. This course provides information about safety at the workplace. This focuses on struck-by hazards, including vehicles and cranes, falling or flying objects, and masonry walls. It also includes information on these caught-in and caught-between hazards: trenching, unguarded machinery, and equipment.
Who Needs This Course?
This course is intended for all employees working in the construction industry.
What Will You Learn?
After taking this course, you will be able to:
- Identify the struck-by hazards associated with vehicles and cranes, falling or flying objects, and masonry walls, and recognize how to avoid those hazards.
- Identify the caught-in or -between hazards associated with trenching, unguarded machinery, and equipment, and recognize how to avoid those hazards.
Regulations
OSHA — 29 CFR 1926
Approximate Length
1 hour
Delivery Method
Online
Course Features
- Narration and easy navigation
- Interactive lessons
- Supplementary material
- Links to regulations
- Real-world scenarios
- Objective-based exams