Foundations of Safety Leadership

The Foundations of Safety Leadership Course by the American Institute of Safety Professionals prepares construction industry supervisors, managers, and safety professionals to understand the OSHA Construction Industry Standards, §1926.20, General Safety and Health Provisions, and to begin building the safety culture by assisting collaborators and clients in adopting OSHA Construction Industry Standards. The course outlines the obligation of the contractor to enforce safe workplace practices. No laborer or mechanic should be ordered to work in unsafe, unsanitary, or hazardous conditions. The participants understand the importance of adopting and enforcing safety programs and maintaining job site safety. Competent persons should inspect job sites, and all tools, machines, and safety materials should meet safety requirements. Defective tools and machines should be tagged, locked, or removed. The course outlines the importance of safely operating machines, and to avoid accidents, injuries, and unsafe conditions, it should be limited to qualified employees. Participants understand that OSHA standards apply and may be enforced in any U.S. state, territory, or offshore area and may include multiple worksites. Specific standards apply when the general standards do not. Each employer must comply with the program-specific duties, including providing personal protective equipment (PPE) to each employee exposed to the hazards, as well as delivering adequate hazard training to each employee impacted by the hazard. Noncompliance constitutes distinct violations for each employee. This course enables participants to identify, prevent, and control hazards at the workplace. This includes the enforcement of PPE use, training the staff, and demonstrating leadership in safety compliance. Ultimately, the approach reduces risks for workplace safety, promotes responsibility, and improves safety performance at construction sites. This knowledge enables leaders to achieve the legal safety regulations.

Upon completing the Foundations of Safety Leadership course, participants will be able to:

Participants will receive online training through Microsoft Teams and LMS. Courses are offered by accredited broadcasters and backed by expert instruction and official study materials. All assessments are conducted online and successful participants are awarded certificates that are accepted internationally.

The Foundations of Safety Leadership program is designed to provide supervisors, managers, and team leaders with the core principles and practical skills needed to foster a strong safety culture within their organization. This course focuses on leadership strategies, communication, and proactive engagement to influence safe behaviors and reduce workplace incidents.

Core Modules

Participants will develop leadership skills and knowledge to guide teams towards safety excellence:

Optional / Site-Specific Modules

Additional modules may be included based on organizational requirements or industry-specific risks:

The Foundations of Safety Leadership program equips participants to lead by example, influence positive safety behaviors, and create a workplace environment where safety is prioritized and integrated into daily operations.

This program follows global workplace health and safety standards, and is taught by industry experts. Successful students receive an American Institute of Safety Professionals accredited certificate which is recognized by several employers and regulatory bodies. Graduates receive a master certificate, course completion certificate (if applicable), an official transcript, a wallet card, and access to a professional safety network which promotes ongoing learning and career growth.

The program is designed to offer flexible online learning with a minimum instructional contact time of 8 hours. Most learners successfully complete the course within one month, allowing them to progress at their own pace while balancing professional commitments.

Candidates can take this exam through an assigned portal from the American Institute of Safety Professionals. A passing score is 70% or higher, and exam results are provided right after by email to the address provided. The exam is open-book, allowing candidates to validate their answers. Any candidates who do not pass have 1 month after their exam to go through the training materials and can take the exam 3 additional times.

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