30 Hours Construction Industry Certification
Assessment and Progression:
Assessment for this course will be based on a combination of written exams and practical assessments. Learners must achieve a minimum grade of 70% to pass the course. Upon successful completion of the course, learners will receive a certificate of completion and may progress to advanced courses in construction safety or related fields.
Course Contents: The following table outlines the 10 course contents for 30 Hours OSHA Standards Construction Industry Certification:
| Content | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to OSHA and construction industry regulations |
| 2 | Focus Four hazards: Falls, electrical, struck-by, and caught-in/between |
| 3 | Personal protective equipment (PPE) |
| 4 | Health hazards in construction |
| 5 | Scaffolds |
| 6 | Cranes, derricks, hoists, and elevators |
| 7 | Excavations |
| 8 | Concrete and masonry construction |
| 9 | Stairways and ladders |
| 10 | Tools - hand and power |
Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this course, learners will be able to:
| Outcome | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Understand OSHA regulations and compliance requirements for the construction industry |
| 2 | Identify and control the four major hazards in construction: falls, electrical, struck-by, and caught-in/between |
| 3 | Identify and select appropriate PPE for various job tasks |
| 4 | Recognize and control health hazards in construction, including hazardous materials and substances |
| 5 | Identify and safely use scaffolds |
| 6 | Recognize and control hazards associated with cranes, derricks, hoists, and elevators |
| 7 | Identify and control hazards associated with excavations and trenching |
| 8 | Recognize and control hazards associated with concrete and masonry construction |
| 9 | Identify and control hazards associated with stairways and ladders |
| 10 | Safely operate and control hand and power tools in accordance with OSHA regulations |
Course Introduction:
This course is designed to provide learners with a comprehensive understanding of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards for the construction industry. Through this course, learners will develop knowledge and skills in hazard identification, prevention and control, and compliance with OSHA regulations. The course includes topics such as fall protection, electrical safety, personal protective equipment (PPE), and excavation and trenching.