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OSHA Partnership - Safety and Health Council of North Carolina, NC State University's Southeastern OSHA Training!

OSHA 500 Construction

$745 Member or Non-Member
30 MESH Hours

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Date
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On-line with NC State

September 23-26, 2013

Charlotte

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Overview

Prerequisite: OSHA requires each course participant have completed a week long training in OSHA 510 Construction and five (5) years construction safety experience prior to this course. A college degree in occupational safety and health, a Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or a Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) designation, in the applicable training area may be substituted for two (2) years of experience.

The focus of this course is on how to teach OSHA policies, procedures, and standards for the construction industry as well as safety and health principles. Course materials include a copy of the latest OSHA Standards 29 CFR Part 1926 and extensive reference materials. Prior knowledge of OSHA regulations is necessary. The course will include training techniques and practice teaching sessions.

Successful completion of the course earns U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Institute (Federal OSHA) certificate. This authorizes participants to conduct 10- and 30-hour voluntary compliance courses and issue OSHA course completion cards.  Students also receive 30 hours credit toward the Manager of Environmental Safety and Health Certificate (MESH), certificate of completion from the Safety and Health Council of North Carolina, and 2.5 CEUs.

Course Topics:

  • Introduction to OSHA
  • Safety Programs
  • Recordkeepnig
  • Hazard Communication
  • Health Hazards in Construction
  • Personal Protective Equipment
  • Fire Protection & Prevention
  • Materials Handling
  • Tools - Hand & Power
  • Welding
  • Electrical
  • Scaffolding
  • Fall Protection
  • Cranes and Rigging
  • Motor Vehicles
  • Excavation
  • Concrete Construction
  • Steel Erection
  • Underground Construction
  • Demolition
  • Blasting
  • Stairways and ladders

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First Aid Updates

Q: Does OSHA consider computer based training without a hands-on skill component or verification of competent skill performance acceptable for meeting basic first aid and CPR requirements of OSHA First Aid Standards?

A: Online training alone would not meet the requirements of these training standards ...
These standards require training in physical skills, such as bandaging or CPR. The only way these  skills can be learned is by physically practicing them. For a full copy of the letter please click here...

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