The Heavy Equipment and Tools Safety course is designed to provide workers with the knowledge and skills required to safely operate and maintain heavy equipment and tools in the workplace. This course is essential for workers and supervisors who use heavy equipment and tools as part of their daily work routine.
Objectives:
- To provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of heavy equipment and tool safety
- To teach participants how to identify and assess heavy equipment and tool hazards
- To educate participants on the importance of following established safety procedures
- To explain the proper use and maintenance of heavy equipment and tools
- To demonstrate the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when using heavy equipment and tools
Topics Covered:
- Heavy equipment and tool safety
- Identifying and assessing heavy equipment and tool hazards
- Established safety procedures
- Proper use and maintenance of heavy equipment and tools
- Personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Understanding of heavy equipment and tool safety principles: The program covers the principles and practices of heavy equipment and tool safety in the workplace, including the importance of protecting workers from heavy equipment and tool-related hazards.
- Knowledge of heavy equipment and tool safety regulations and standards: The program covers the latest OSHA regulations and industry best practices in heavy equipment and tool safety, providing you with a comprehensive understanding of the field.
- Ability to identify and assess heavy equipment and tool hazards: Upon completion of the program, you will have the skills to identify potential heavy equipment and tool hazards in the workplace and assess their level of risk.
- Understanding of heavy equipment and tool hazard control measures and procedures: The program covers various control measures and procedures for reducing or eliminating heavy equipment and tool hazards, including how to develop and implement effective heavy equipment and tool hazard control programs.
- Knowledge of heavy equipment and tool safety training and education: The program covers the importance of training and educating employees on heavy equipment and tool safety, including how to develop and deliver effective heavy equipment and tool safety training programs.
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.
Training should emphasize on the following contents;
- Introduction to Heavy Equipment and Tool Safety: Overview of heavy equipment and tool safety in construction and industry, importance of safely operating and maintaining heavy equipment and tools, OSHA regulations and standards related to heavy equipment and tool safety.
- Types of Heavy Equipment and Tools: Identifying different types of heavy equipment and tools (e.g. bulldozers, excavators, cranes), understanding the capabilities and limitations of different types of heavy equipment and tools, assessing the risk of heavy equipment and tool incidents.
- Safe Operating Procedures: Proper setup, use, and maintenance of heavy equipment and tools, understanding and complying with OSHA regulations and standards related to heavy equipment and tool safety, implementing safety procedures and protocols for heavy equipment and tool operation.
- Training and Education: Providing training for employees and contractors on how to safely operate and maintain heavy equipment and tools, promoting heavy equipment and tool safety culture and awareness, encouraging active participation in heavy equipment and tool safety management.
- Heavy Equipment and Tool Safety Programs: Developing a heavy equipment and tool safety program, implementing a heavy equipment and tool safety program, monitoring and evaluating a heavy equipment and tool safety program.
- Special Topics in Heavy Equipment and Tool Safety: Managing heavy equipment and tool safety in specific environments (e.g. indoor, outdoor), managing heavy equipment and tool safety for specific industries (e.g. construction, manufacturing), managing heavy equipment and tool safety for specific populations (e.g. temporary workers, youth workers).
Our program has been designed to meet the highest standards of quality and rigor and is backed by the expertise of our experienced instructors.
Upon completion of the course, you will receive a certificate of completion that is widely recognized in the industry as a demonstration of your knowledge and commitment to safety.
Certificate issued by the American Institute of Safety Professionals is accepted by a wide range of employers and regulatory agencies, making it a valuable addition to your resume or professional portfolio.
In addition to the certificate, you will also receive access to our online community of safety professionals, where you can network with others in the field and continue to build your knowledge and expertise.
Our community is a vibrant and supportive network of professionals who are committed to promoting a safe and healthy work environment. Our program is also recognized by a number of professional organizations and regulatory agencies.
We are proud to offer a program that is widely recognized as a leading resource in the field of Occupational Health, Safety, and Environment. This course is accredited by the American Institute of Safety Professionals, upon successful completion of the course candidate shall be awarded with a master certificate, course certificate (if applicable) transcript, and wallet cards.
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.
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.
For questions about American Institute of Safety Professionals online fees, replacement certificates, additional hardbound materials or any other financial-related issues please feel free to contact accounts@amiosp.com