Construction Safety Education

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Safety Education for the Construction and Tunneling/HDD

Course Title

Construction Safety Education: Ladder Safety, Electrical Safety, Rigging, Confined Space, Material Handling, Excavations, Fall Protection and Competent Person

Course Description

This training course provides essential knowledge on identifying and preventing common workplace hazards, based on OSHA standards (29 CFR 1910 and 1926). It focuses on lecture-style delivery with videos, discussions, and quizzes for online or classroom settings.

Course Objectives

  • Recognize key hazards in each topic area.
  • Understand OSHA regulations and safe practices.
  • Identify appropriate controls and PPE.
  • Promote compliance and safety awareness.

Target Audience

Construction and general industry workers, supervisors, and safety personnel.

Course Duration

Total: 10-12 hours (can be split over multiple sessions).

Format

Lecture-based with videos, case studies, group discussions, and quizzes.

Course Modules

ModuleTopicKey ContentActivitiesDuration
1Ladder SafetyOSHA standards; types of ladders; inspection and setup; safe use rules (e.g., three-point contact).Video demonstrations; quiz1 hour

| 2 | Electrical Safety | OSHA standards; electrical hazards (shock, arc flash); grounding, GFCIs; lockout/tagout. | Case study discussion; quiz | 1 hour |

| 3 | Rigging | OSHA standards; rigging equipment; load calculations; inspections; safe lifting practices. | Video review; quiz | 1.5 hours |

| 4 | Confined Space | OSHA standards; permit-required spaces; atmospheric hazards; entry procedures and roles. | Video and permit review; scenario quiz | 1.5 hours |

| 5 | Material Handling | OSHA standards; safe lifting techniques; ergonomics; equipment use and storage. | Video on ergonomics; discussion | 1 hour |

| 6 | Excavations | OSHA standards; soil types; protective systems (sloping, shoring, shielding); inspection. | Diagram review; quiz | 1 hour |

| 7 | Fall Protection | OSHA standards; fall hazards; systems (guardrails, harnesses, nets); rescue planning. | Video demonstrations; quiz | 1.5 hours |

Assessment

  • Quizzes after each module.
  • Final multiple-choice exam.
  • Certificate of completion upon passing.