192-Hour Construction Industry Safety and Health Professional

Course Overview

This training program is intended to provide entry level construction workers information about their rights, employer responsibilities, and how to file a complaint as well as how to identify, abate, avoid and prevent job related hazards on a construction site. The training covers a variety of construction safety and health hazards which a worker may encounter at a construction site. Training should emphasize hazard identification, avoidance, control, and prevention, not OSHA standards.

Learning Outcomes

Mode of Delivery

Training sessions will be conducted through Microsoft Team Meetings in an online format, or through LMS or face-to-face delivery. Invitations for the meeting will be distributed one day before the commencement of the training program. Training is either delivered by an accredited training provider or an affiliate training center.

Course Content

Introduction to OSHA/Local Government Agencies – 8 hours:

Overview of OSHA and local government regulations ensuring workplace health and safety.

Understanding OSHA's enforcement role, workplace inspections, and educational initiatives.

OSHA Focus Four Hazards – 20 hours:

Detailed training on Falls (6 hours), Electrocution (5 hours), Struck-By (5 hours), and Caught-In or Between (4 hours) hazards.

Training aimed at heightening awareness of these leading causes of construction fatalities.

Personal Protective and Lifesaving Equipment – 10 hours:

Thorough training on selecting, using, and maintaining personal protective equipment (PPE) and lifesaving gear.

Emphasis on ensuring optimal protection through proper care and use practices.

Health Hazards in Construction – 12 hours:

Addressing health risks like noise, hazard communication, and crystalline silica.

Strategies for mitigating these risks and safeguarding workers' health.

Safety Leadership – 14 hours:

Developing leadership skills in safety management and fostering a safety-conscious workplace culture.

Techniques for conducting effective safety meetings and ensuring compliance.

Accident Investigation and Reporting – 12 hours:

Techniques and procedures for conducting thorough accident investigations, identifying root causes, and documenting findings.

Importance of accurate and timely reporting in preventing future incidents.

Emergency Response Planning – 12 hours:

Developing and implementing comprehensive emergency response plans.

Coordinating with local emergency services and conducting emergency drills to ensure readiness.

Ergonomics in Construction – 10 hours:

Principles of ergonomics and their application in preventing musculoskeletal disorders.

Assessment of ergonomic risks and implementation of control measures.

Workplace Violence Prevention – 8 hours:

Strategies for identifying potential sources of workplace violence and preventive measures.

Training in de-escalation techniques and emergency response protocols.

Risk Assessment and Management – 12 hours:

Identifying, assessing, and managing workplace risks effectively.

Implementing and monitoring risk control measures to enhance safety.

Supervisory Skills – 14 hours:

Techniques for effective supervision and leadership in maintaining high safety standards.

Motivating teams to adhere to safety protocols and procedures.

Effective Communication Skills – 10 hours:

Enhancing communication skills for supervisors and managers in safety contexts.

Techniques for clear and effective dissemination of safety information.

Safety Program Management – 14 hours:

Development and management of comprehensive safety programs tailored to specific workplace needs.

Monitoring and evaluating safety program effectiveness and making necessary adjustments.

Advanced Safety Topics – 20 hours:

In-depth coverage of specialized topics such as Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Safety, Behavioral Safety, and Advanced Incident Analysis.

Detailed examination and application of advanced safety concepts.

Regulatory Compliance – 14 hours:

Detailed exploration of OSHA standards and regulations.

Strategies for ensuring compliance and preparing for regulatory inspections.

Training Techniques and Adult Learning Principles – 12 hours:

Effective training techniques for adult learners in safety education.

Understanding adult learning principles and applying them to enhance training effectiveness.

Auditing and Continuous Improvement – 12 hours:

Techniques for conducting safety audits and inspections.

Implementing continuous improvement processes to enhance safety management practices.

Elective Topics – 10 hours:

Presentation of at least four elective topics, each with a minimum duration of 2.5 hours.

Topics may include Cranes, Excavations, Scaffolds, Hazardous Materials Handling, and more.

This extensive training program equips professionals with comprehensive knowledge and skills essential for managing safety effectively in the construction industry, ensuring compliance with regulations and promoting a culture of safety throughout the workplace.

Entry Requirements

Program Duration

This course is designed to help you reach your goals at your own pace and on your schedule. Instructional contact time must be a minimum of 8 hours. Most students intend to complete their studies via online learning within 1 month.

Examination

All students must achieve a minimum 70% score to successfully pass the examination which shall be taken online through AISP assigned portal. After successful completion of the examination, students will get their results immediately on their registered emails. This is an open-book exam and students are permitted to use a separate browser window to review course content while taking the exam. If you do not pass the examination you may retake the examination. Students are allowed to take an exam three times within one month. During this time, students should review the course material to improve their understanding.

Additional Information

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