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OSHA 30-Hour Outreach for Construction Course Details

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OSHA Outreach Training Program

Industry Workers

Designed for:

Entry- to Senior-Level Construction Workers, Supervisors and Managers

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100% Online Course

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Official OSHA DOL Card

Master the safety guidelines found in 29 CFR 1926 and earn your official OSHA 30 card from the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL). This 30-hour training program prepares construction workers of all skill levels to recognize, avoid, prevent and abate hazards in the workplace. This course is appropriate for site supervisors, safety managers, forepersons and employees with safety responsibilities.

We are an OSHA-authorized provider of online Outreach Training. Students who complete our course will earn an official OSHA 30 card. While this is a voluntary safety program, some employers, unions, states or other jurisdictions may require the training.

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Training Benefits

  • 100% Online Lessons and Exam
  • Study Guide and Real-Life Case Studies
  • Access Course Material from Any Internet-Connected Device 24/7
  • Full Audio Narration
  • Download and Print Your Certificate as Soon as You Pass
  • OSHA Trainers Available to Answer Your Questions
  • Bulk Discounts Available

Who Needs OSHA 30-Hour Outreach Training for Construction?

The OSHA 30-Hour Construction Training course is appropriate for construction workers of all skill levels and job roles. This program is especially useful for employees with supervisory or managerial responsibilities or workers who are responsible for site safety. For the purposes of this course, construction also includes demolition, renovation and building development.

If you are looking for an overview of basic construction safety principles, try our OSHA 10-Hour Construction course. That course may be a better choice if you are an entry-level worker on a construction jobsite.

Testing Requirements

This course includes 19 lesson modules. Modules contain short quizzes to help you engage with lesson content. Each module also ends with a comprehensive quiz. You must answer at least 70% of the questions correctly to pass each quiz.

The course also includes a 20-question final exam. The test is a comprehensive assessment of your understanding. You must achieve a score of 70% to pass the exam and complete the course.

You have up to three chances to pass each quiz and the final exam. If you fail any quiz or the final exam three times, you must repurchase the course and start from the beginning.

OSHA 30-Hour Outreach for Construction Course Outline

Containing 30 hours of construction-focused safety instruction, this course includes 19 lesson modules. Course material covers common hazards you may encounter on any construction site. The course outline is presented below.

Module 1: Introduction to OSHA

Topics covered in Module 1 include:

  • Importance of OSHA
  • Worker Rights Under OSHA
  • Employer Responsibilities
  • OSHA Standards
  • OSHA Inspections
  • Where to Go for Help

Module 2: Fall Protection

Topics covered in Module 2 include:

  • Construction Focus Four: Fall Hazards
  • Major Types of Fall Hazards
  • Protecting Yourself from Fall Hazards
  • Employer Requirements to Protect Workers from Fall Hazards

Module 3: Electrocution

Topics covered in Module 3 include:

  • Construction Focus Four: Electrocution
  • Major Types of Electrocution Hazards
  • Protecting Yourself from Electrocution Hazards
  • Employer Requirements to Protect Workers from Electrocution Hazards

Module 4: Struck-By

Topics covered in Module 4 include:

  • Construction Focus Four: Struck-By Hazards
  • Major Types of Struck-By Hazards
  • Protecting Yourself from Struck-By Hazards
  • Employer Requirements to Protect Workers from Struck-By Hazards

Module 5: Caught-In or -Between

Topics covered in Module 5 include:

  • Construction Focus Four: Caught-In or -Between Hazards
  • Major Types of Caught-In or -Between Hazards
  • Protecting Yourself from Caught-In or -Between Hazards
  • Employer Requirements to Protect Workers from Caught-In or -Between Hazards

Module 6: Health Hazards

Topics covered in Module 6 include:

  • Job Hazards
  • Specific Hazards
  • Hazard Communication

Module 7: Material Handling

Topics covered in Module 7 include:

  • General Requirements for Material Storage
  • Rigging Equipment
  • Material Handling Equipment
  • Developing Training and Education

Module 8: Tools — Hand and Power

Topics covered in Module 8 include:

  • General Requirements and Basic Tool Safety
  • Hand Tools and Power-Operated Tools
  • Abrasive Wheels and Tools
  • Woodworking Tools
  • Jacks

Module 9: Managing Safety and Health

Topics covered in Module 9 include:

  • Safety Programs and Subpart C
  • 1926.16, Rules of Construction
  • 1926.20, General Safety and Health Provisions
  • 1926.21, Safety Training and Education
  • 1926.31, Incorporation by Reference
  • Common Construction Hazards

Module 10: Stairways and Ladders

Topics covered in Module 10 include:

  • General Requirements
  • Stairways
  • Ladders
  • Training Requirements and Common Hazards

Module 11: Fire Protection and Prevention

Topics covered in Module 11 include:

  • Subpart F — Fire Protection and Prevention Overview
  • 1926.150, Fire Protection
  • Fire Prevention and Storage
  • Safe Product Use and Hazard Avoidance
  • Common Fire Hazards and Avoidance

Module 12: Welding and Cutting

Topics covered in Module 12 include:

  • Gas Welding and Cutting
  • Arc Welding and Cutting
  • Fire Prevention
  • Ventilation and Protection
  • Preservative Coatings
  • Common Welding Hazards

Module 13: Scaffolds

Topics covered in Module 13 include:

  • Common Hazards and General Requirements
  • Scaffolding Types and Requirements
  • Responsible Persons
  • Aerial Lifts
  • Training Requirements

Module 14: Cranes

Topics covered in Module 14 include:

  • Cranes and Derricks General Requirements
  • Specific Crane Type Regulations
  • Crane or Derrick Personnel Platforms
  • Helicopter Cranes
  • Hoists, Elevators and Conveyors
  • Common Hazards

Module 15: Excavations

Topics covered in Module 15 include:

  • 1926 Subpart P — Excavations Overview
  • Specific Excavations Requirements
  • Soil Classification
  • Protective Systems
  • Sloping and Benching
  • Shoring and Shielding
  • Excavation Hazards

Module 16: Concrete and Masonry

Topics covered in Module 16 include:

  • Subpart Q — Concrete and Masonry Construction
  • General Requirements
  • Equipment and Tools
  • Cast-in-Place Concrete
  • Precast Concrete
  • Lift-Slab Operations
  • Masonry Construction
  • Common Hazards of Concrete Placement

Module 17: Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Topics covered in Module 17 include:

  • Personal Protective Equipment
  • Major Types of PPE in Construction
  • Using PPE to Protect Yourself
  • Employer Requirements for PPE

Module 18: Confined Space Entry

Topics covered in Module 18 include:

  • Confined Spaces
  • Hazardous Atmospheres
  • Hazard Classifications

Module 19: Signs, Signals and Barricades

Topics covered in Module 19 include:

  • Accident Prevention Signs
  • Temporary Traffic Signs
  • Signaling and Flagging
  • Barricades

OSHA 30-Hour Outreach for Construction FAQs

How long does it take to get my OSHA 30 card?

Cards typically arrive in the mail within 90 days of course completion. While you wait for your card, you can use your digital certificate of completion as proof that you have completed your training. You can download and print the certificate as soon as you finish. You can reprint the certificate as many times as you like.

Do OSHA cards ever expire?

No. While your official card will have a date on the front, that simply indicates when your card was issued. Cards do not expire. However, your state, local jurisdiction, union or employer may require you to periodically repeat your training.

We suggest that you take this course again every five years to stay up to date with safety regulations.

Is this course valid in my state?

The OSHA Outreach Training Program covers federal safety standards. The construction regulations found in 29 CFR 1926 are the nationwide minimum for workplace safety standards. As such, this course covers all 50 states.

However, some jurisdictions impose stricter standards than those found in the Code of Federal Regulations. State plans must meet national standards but may impose further rules that apply only to that state.

We offer state-specific instruction for the following states:

You can bundle your federal and state safety training when you purchase them together.

What are the safety standards in my state?

Select your state from the dropdown below to find out more about your state’s local labor laws and safety regulations. Our state pages will help you contact state regulatory agencies, understand state legislation and offer education courses appropriate for your area.

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How long does the course take?

OSHA and the DOL require students to take at least 30 hours to complete this program. You can start and stop your studies at any time. You have 180 days from the date of purchase to complete the course.

However, under regulatory guidelines, students cannot study for more than 7.5 hours per day. Completing the 30-hour program requires a minimum of four calendar days.

After spending 7.5 hours studying, students must take a required break of at least eight hours and cannot progress further until the next calendar day.

Does this course satisfy OSHA training standards?

Outreach Training does not satisfy specific standards. The goal of this program is to create a safer worker environment through general safety education. This training focuses on recognition, avoidance, abatement and prevention of workplace hazards. It also includes information on your rights, your employer’s responsibilities and procedures for filing an official complaint.

The 30-Hour OSHA Outreach Training course for construction is a voluntary program. However, your state or local government may require this credential for certain workers. Your employer may also require you to complete this program as a condition of employment.

Is this course OSHA-Approved?

OSHA Education Center is an OSHA-authorized provider of online Outreach Training courses in partnership with the University of South Florida. If you complete this course, you qualify to receive an official card from the U.S. Department of Labor.

While an employer may ask you to complete “OSHA-approved” or “OSHA-certified” training, OSHA does not actually approve training programs or certify individuals. To ensure you’re completing an official program, look for an OSHA-authorized provider.

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