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There is one Fact Sheet for each module presented in the course.
They are easily printed either singly or collectively.
Module Overview
Introduction to OSHA
Course Description
o This training module familiarizes you with the basics of the Occupational Safety and
Health Act as specified by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). It
is designed to supplement other formal presentations on OSHA safety standards.
o Estimated length: 40 minutes
o Audience: Foreman, supervisors, and managers
Course Objective
o Upon completion, the student should be familiar with why OSHA exists; what OSHA
standards do and do not cover; and the importance of adhering to guidelines, including
consequences for failing to do so.
References
o Title 29 Code of Federal Regulations 1926
o National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)
Subjects Covered
o Employer and employee rights and responsibilities
o Inspections, violations, and citations
o Federal versus state law
o OSHA history and standards
This material is provided only as a supplement to related training provided by ClickSafety. It is not
intended to be all inclusive or complete. It is for informational purposes only to assist the student with
his/her coursework, and no warranty is made with respect to its accuracy or suitability for which the
student may use it.
Links: http://www.osha.gov/pls/oshaweb/owadisp.show_document?p_id=2743&p_table=OSHACT
http://www.osha.gov/Publications/all_about_OSHA.pdf
http://www.osha.gov/pls/oshaweb/owadisp.show_document?p_table=STANDARDS&p_id=10593
http://www.osha.gov/oshstats/
http://www.osha.gov/recordkeeping/index.html
http://www.osha.gov/html/Feed_Back.html
http://www.osha.gov/dcsp/smallbusiness/consult.html
Module Overview
Course Objective
o The purpose of this lesson is to provide workers with information that will enable them to
recognize common Caught in or Between hazards at construction worksites. The lesson
is comprised of the following four focus areas:
o What is a Caught in or between hazard?
o What are the common types of Caught in or between hazards in construction?
o How can I protect myself from Caught in or between hazards?
o What is my employer required to do to protect workers from caught -in or between
hazards?
References
o OSHA eTools
o OSHA Publications
o OSHA Quick Cards
o OSHA Safety & Health Topic Page
o NIOSH Safety & Health Topic Page
o NIOSH Fatality Assessment and Control Evaluation (FACE) Program
o Electronic Library of Construction Occupational Safety & Health materials
o OSHA Website
o BLS Website
o CDC/NIOSH Website
o The Construction Chart Book (CPWR, 2007)
o Central New York COSH, 2007, Construction Safety & Health Caught In or Between
hazards .
o CDC/NIOSH in partnership with The Center for Construction Research and Training
Subjects Covered
o Caught in or Between Hazards
o Introduction
o Definitions
o Responsibilities
o Injuries
This material is provided only as a supplement to related training provided by ClickSafety. It is not
intended to be all inclusive or complete. It is for informational purposes only to assist the student with
his/her coursework, and no warranty is made with respect to its accuracy or suitability for which the
student may use it.
Links:
http://www.osha.gov/dte/outreach/construction/focus_four/index.html
http://www.clicksafety.com/ucp/images/pdf/courseware/Fatal_Facts_38.pdf
http://www.clicksafety.com/ucp/images/pdf/courseware/Fatal_Facts_38_Instructor_Guide.pdf
http://www.clicksafety.com/ucp/images/pdf/courseware/Fatal_Facts_22.pdf
http://www.clicksafety.com/ucp/images/pdf/courseware/Fatal_Facts_61.pdf
http://www.osha.gov/pls/imis/accidentsearch.html
http://www.clicksafety.com/ucp/images/pdf/courseware/Fatal_Facts_50.pdf
http://www.clicksafety.com/ucp/images/pdf/courseware/Fatal_Facts_50_Instructor_Guide.pdf
http://www.clicksafety.com/ucp/images/pdf/courseware/Fatal_Facts_18.pdf
http://www.clicksafety.com/ucp/images/pdf/courseware/Fatal_Facts_18_Instructor_Guide.pdf
http://www.clicksafety.com/ucp/images/pdf/courseware/Word%20Bank%20Review.pdf
Module Overview
Electrocution Hazards
Course Description
o Focus Four hazards including Falls, Caught-In or -Between, Struck-By and Electrocution,
collectively represent the direct cause of 90% of all deaths that occur in the construction
industry. The purpose of this lesson is to provide workers with information that will enable
them to recognize common Electrocution hazards at construction worksites.
o Estimated length: 1 hour
o Audience: construction managers, superintendents, foreman, crew leaders, employers,
and anyone with safety responsibilities.
Course Objective
o The purpose of this lesson is to provide students with information that will enable them to
recognize major electrocution hazards at construction worksites. The lesson is comprised
of the following four topics:
What is an electrocution hazard?
What are the major types of electrocution hazards in construction?
How can I protect myself from electrocution hazards?
What is my employer required to do to protect workers from electrocution?
References
o OSHA eTools
o OSHA Publications
o OSHA Quick Cards
o OSHA Safety & Health Topic Page
o NIOSH Safety & Health Topic Page
o NIOSH Fatality Assessment and Control Evaluation (FACE) Program
o Electronic Library of Construction Occupational Safety & Health materials
Subjects Covered
o Electrocution Hazards
o Introduction
o Definitions
o Understanding Electricity
o Protection
o Employer Requirements
This material is provided only as a supplement to related training provided by ClickSafety. It is not
intended to be all inclusive or complete. It is for informational purposes only to assist the student with
his/her coursework, and no warranty is made with respect to its accuracy or suitability for which the
student may use it.
Links:
http://www.osha.gov
http://www.osha.gov/dte/outreach/construction/focus_four/index.html
http://www.osha.gov/pls/imis/accidentsearch.html
http://www.nfpa.org/aboutthecodes/aboutthecodes.asp?docnum=70e
http://www.constructionweblinks.com/Industry_Topics/Specifications__Technical_Data/Specifications_an
d_Technical_D/Earthwork_and_Site_Work__Speci/underground_alert_centers/underground_alert_center
s.html
http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/docs/2009-113
https://www.osha.gov/SLTC/etools/construction/electrical_incidents/fatexground.html
http://www.clicksafety.com/ucp/images/pdf/courseware/Appendix%20C%20-%20Fatal%20Fact%2060.pdf
http://www.clicksafety.com/ucp/images/pdf/courseware/Appendix%20C%20-%20Fatal%20Fact%2049.pdf
http://www.clicksafety.com/ucp/images/pdf/courseware/Appendix%20C%20-%20Fatal%20Fact%2028.pdf
http://www.clicksafety.com/ucp/images/pdf/courseware/Appendix%20C%20-%20Fatal%20Fact%2011.pdf
http://www.clicksafety.com/ucp/images/pdf/courseware/Appendix%20C%20-%20Fatal%20Fact%2057.pdf
http://www.clicksafety.com/ucp/images/pdf/courseware/LOTO%20Checklist.pdf
http://www.clicksafety.com/ucp/images/pdf/courseware/Appendix%20C%20-%20Fatal%20Fact%2017.pdf
http://www.clicksafety.com/ucp/images/pdf/courseware/electrhaz_safetytipsforworkers.pdf
http://www.clicksafety.com/ucp/images/pdf/courseware/Factsheet%20B1.pdf
http://www.clicksafety.com/ucp/images/pdf/courseware/Toolbox%20Talks%201,%202,%203.pdf
http://www.clicksafety.com/ucp/images/pdf/courseware/Appendix%20C%20-%20Fatal%20Fact%2030.pdf
http://www.clicksafety.com/ucp/images/pdf/courseware/Appendix%20C%20-%20Fatal%20Fact%2040.pdf
http://www.osha.gov/pls/oshaweb/owadisp.show_document?p_table=STANDARDS&p_id=10705#1926.4
04(b)(1)(iii)(G)
http://www.clicksafety.com/ucp/images/pdf/courseware/electrhaz_safetytipsforworkers.pdf
http://www.clicksafety.com/ucp/images/pdf/courseware/Focus%20Four%20-
%20Electrical%20Safety%20Overview.pdf
Module Overview
Excavation Safety
Course Description
o This module will help you understand the Federal OSHA excavation standard found in 29
CFR 1926 Subpart P, Excavations.
o Estimated length: 40 minutes
o Audience: Foremen, crew leaders, employers, and those with safety responsibilities
Course Objective
o Upon completion of this course, you should be familiar with the hazards of trenching and
related OSHA safety standards, including those regarding:
classification of soils, air monitoring, safe access, spoils piles, shoring and
sloping. It is critical that you take the time to fully understand the hazards
associated with excavations and the different types of equipment and materials
available to help protect yourself from becoming a victim of a trench collapse or
cave-in.
Subjects Covered
o What is an Excavation Hazard
o Types of Excavation Hazards
o Soil and Soil Classification
o Protection from Excavation Hazards
o Employer Requirements
This material is provided only as a supplement to related training provided by ClickSafety. It is not
intended to be all inclusive or complete. It is for informational purposes only to assist the student with
his/her coursework, and no warranty is made with respect to its accuracy or suitability for which the
student may use it.
Links:
http://www.osha.gov/pls/oshaweb/owadisp.show_document?p_table=STANDARDS&p_id=10932.
Module Overview
Fall Hazards
Course Description
o Focus Four hazards including Falls, Caught-In or -Between, Struck-By and Electrocution,
collectively represent the direct cause of 90% of all deaths that occur in the construction
industry. The purpose of this lesson is to provide workers with information that will enable
them to recognize common Fall hazards at construction worksites.
o Estimated length: 1 hour
o Audience: construction managers, superintendents, foreman, crew leaders, employers,
and anyone with safety responsibilities.
Course Objective
o The purpose of this lesson is to provide students with information that will enable them to
recognize major Fall Hazards at construction worksites. The lesson is comprised of the
following four topics:
What is a Fall Hazard?
What are the major types of Fall Hazards in construction?
How can I protect myself from Fall Hazards?
What is my employer required to do to protect workers from falls?
References
o OSHA eTools
o OSHA Publications
o OSHA Quick Cards
o OSHA Safety & Health Topic Page
o NIOSH Safety & Health Topic Page
o NIOSH Fatality Assessment and Control Evaluation (FACE) Program
o Electronic Library of Construction Occupational Safety & Health materials
Subjects Covered
o Fall Hazards
o Introduction
o Definitions
o Protection
o Employer Requirements
This material is provided only as a supplement to related training provided by ClickSafety. It is not
intended to be all inclusive or complete. It is for informational purposes only to assist the student with
his/her coursework, and no warranty is made with respect to its accuracy or suitability for which the
student may use it.
Links:
http://www.osha.gov
http://www.osha.gov/dte/outreach/construction/focus_four/index.html
http://www.osha.gov/pls/imis/accidentsearch.html
http://www.bls.gov/iif/
http://www.osha.gov/Publications/osha3071.pdf
http://www.designforconstructionsafety.org/
http://www.osha.gov/doc/falls/preventingfalls.html
http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/falls/
http://www.osha.gov/OshDoc/data_Hurricane_Facts/aerial_lifts_safety.pdf
http://www.osha.gov/OshDoc/data_Hurricane_Facts/supported_scaffold_tips.pdf
http://www.osha.gov/OshDoc/data_Hurricane_Facts/supported_scaffold_tips2.pdf
http://www.osha.gov/OshDoc/data_FatalFacts/f-facts29.html
http://www.osha.gov/OshDoc/data_Hurricane_Facts/portable_ladder_qc.pdf
http://www.osha.gov/Publications/Const_Res_Man/1926sub-m-overview.html
: http://www.elcosh.org/en/document/590/d000568/will-your-safety-harness-kill-you%253F.html
http://www.clicksafety.com/ucp/images/pdf/courseware/preventing%20ladder%20falls%20handout.pdf
http://www.clicksafety.com/ucp/images/pdf/courseware/fall%20arrest%20systems%20handout.pdf
http://www.clicksafety.com/ucp/images/pdf/courseware/guardrail%20handout.pdf
http://www.clicksafety.com/ucp/images/pdf/courseware/Online%20Resources.pdf
http://www.clicksafety.com/ucp/images/pdf/courseware/scaffold%20work%20handout.pdf
Module Overview
Course Objective
Given current OSHA and industry information regarding construction worksite illnesses, injuries
and fatalities, the student will be able to identify and protect themselves from common health
hazards in construction.
Specifically, upon completion of this training, the student will be able to:
o 1: Identify major health hazards common to the construction industry
o 2: Describe both acute & chronic health hazards
o 3: Protect themselves from safety & health hazards
o 4: Recognize employer requirements and to protect workers from exposure to safety &
health hazards.
References
o Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
o American National Standards Institute (ANSI)
o Construction Association of Ontario
o Center for Research on Occupational & Environmental Toxicology
Subjects Covered
o Chemical Hazards
o Hazard Communication
o Physical Health Hazards
o Biological Hazards
o Ergonomic Hazards
This material is provided only as a supplement to related training provided by ClickSafety. It is not
intended to be all inclusive or complete. It is for informational purposes only to assist the student with
his/her coursework, and no warranty is made with respect to its accuracy or suitability for which the
student may use it.
Links:
http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/hexavalentchromium/index.html
http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/solvents/
http://www.osha.gov/OshDoc/data_General_Facts/crystalline-factsheet.pdf
http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/lead/
http://www.osha.gov/dsg/hazcom/index.html
http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/heatillness/index.html
http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/radiationionizing/
http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/biologicalagents/index.html
http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/docs/2007-122/pdfs/2007-122.pdf
Module Overview
Course Objective
o Discuss Past & current safety performance
o Identify cultural challenges in the construction industry
o Describe the role of the workforce in improving the current culture
o Understand how to protect yourself and others from serious injury and death through
personal responsibility to change the current culture
o Recognize the role of management in improving the current culture
References
o Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations, section 1910.1200
Subjects Covered
o History of Safety
o Construction Safety Today
o General Duty Clause
o What Causes Injuries
o Unsafe Conditions
o Unsafe Acts
o Changing the Culture
o Safety Leadership Skills
This material is provided only as a supplement to related training provided by ClickSafety. It is not
intended to be all inclusive or complete. It is for informational purposes only to assist the student with
his/her coursework, and no warranty is made with respect to its accuracy or suitability for which the
student may use it.
Links:
http://www.osha.gov/OshDoc/data_FatalFacts/f-facts01.html
http://www.osha.gov/OshDoc/data_FatalFacts/f-facts11.html
http://www.osha.gov/OshDoc/data_FatalFacts/f-facts73.html
http://www.osha.gov/OshDoc/data_FatalFacts/f-facts51.html
http://www.osha.gov/OshDoc/data_FatalFacts/f-facts59.html
http://www.osha.gov/OshDoc/data_FatalFacts/f-facts37.html
Module Overview
Course Objective
The objective of this lesson is to provide workers with information that will enable them to
recognize common material handling hazards at construction worksites. The lesson is comprised
of the following four focus areas:
1. What are material handling hazards?
2. What are the common types of material handling hazards in construction?
3. How can I protect myself from material handling hazards?
4. What is my employer required to do to protect workers from material handling hazards?
Subjects Covered
o Material Handling Hazards
o Preventive Measures
o Manual Material Handling
o Mechanized Material Handling
o Conveyance Systems
o Cranes & Rigging
o Material Storage
o Additional Preventive Measures
This material is provided only as a supplement to related training provided by ClickSafety. It is not
intended to be all inclusive or complete. It is for informational purposes only to assist the student with
his/her coursework, and no warranty is made with respect to its accuracy or suitability for which the
student may use it.
Module Overview
Course Objective
o Upon completion, the student should be familiar with why OSHA has a noise protection
standard, what the noise protection standard covers, and basic requirements for noise
protection.
References
o Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations, sections 1910.95 (General) and 1926.52
(Construction)
Subjects Covered
o Sources of noise hazards
o Methods of noise control
o Types of hearing protection and proper use
o Relevant terminology and OSHA definitions
o OSHA regulations
This material is provided only as a supplement to related training provided by ClickSafety. It is not
intended to be all inclusive or complete. It is for informational purposes only to assist the student with
his/her coursework, and no warranty is made with respect to its accuracy or suitability for which the
student may use it.
Links: http://www.osha.gov/pls/oshaweb/owadisp.show_document?p_table=STANDARDS&p_id=10625
http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/noisehearingconservation/index.html
Module Overview
Course Objective
o Hazards that require PPE and Lifesaving Equipment
o Information to select appropriate PPE and Lifesaving Equipment
o Information to protect against safety and health hazards
o Identification of employer PPE requirements.
References
o Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
o American National Standards Institute (ANSI)
o National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)
Subjects Covered
o General PPE Program Issues
o Head Protection
o Eye/Face Protection
o Emergency Eye/Body Wash
o Arm/Hand Protection
o Foot/Leg Protection
o Specialty PPE and Life Saving Equipment
o Employer Responsiblities
This material is provided only as a supplement to related training provided by ClickSafety. It is not
intended to be all inclusive or complete. It is for informational purposes only to assist the student with
his/her coursework, and no warranty is made with respect to its accuracy or suitability for which the
student may use it.
Links:
http://www.osha.gov/pls/oshaweb/owadisp.show_document?p_table=INTERPRETATIONS&p_id=25557
http://www.osha.gov/pls/oshaweb/owadisp.show_document?p_table=STANDARDS&p_id=9767
http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/docs/2005-100/default.html
http://www.osha.gov/pls/oshaweb/owaquery.query_docs?src_doc_type=INTERPRETATIONS&src_ancho
r_name=1910.134&src_ex_doc_type=STANDARDS&src_unique_file=1910_0134
http://www.safetyequipment.org/hivisstd.htm
http://www.osha.gov/Publications/osha3151.pdf
http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/personalprotectiveequipment
Module Overview
Scaffold Safety
Course Description
o The purpose of this Click Safety course is to provide instruction for basic safety
provisions when using scaffolds in construction activities.
o Estimated length: 30 minutes
o Audience: Construction workers
Course Objective
o The objective of this course is for the student to become familiar with basic scaffold user
safety, including:
Various hazards related to the use of scaffolds
OSHA standards regarding:
Materials and equipment
Proper setup and use
Competent person inspection
Supported and rolling scaffolds
o Upon completion of this training session, the student will be able to:
1: Identify major scaffold hazards
2: Describe types of scaffold hazards
3: Protect him/herself from scaffold hazards
4: Recognize employer requirements to protect workers from scaffold hazards
References
o Federal OSHA Standards 1926 Subpart L - Scaffolds
o National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)
Subjects Covered
o General Safety
o Hazards
o Load Capacity
o Access
o Erection Standards
o Planking
o Supported Scaffolds
o Rolling Scaffolds
This material is provided only as a supplement to related training provided by ClickSafety. It is not
intended to be all inclusive or complete. It is for informational purposes only to assist the student with
his/her coursework, and no warranty is made with respect to its accuracy or suitability for which the
student may use it.
Links:
http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/updates/93-120.html
http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/etools/scaffolding/supported/frame/frame.html
Module Overview
Course Objective
o Upon completion, the student should be familiar with:
Stairway and ladder protection
Relevant OSHA standards
Why standards exist
What is covered
o Specifically, the student will be able to:
1: Identify major stairway & ladder hazards
2: Describe types of stairway & ladder hazards
3: Protect him/herself from stairway & ladder hazards
4: Recognize employer requirements to protect workers from stairway & ladder
hazards
References
o 1926.1050-1060, Subpart X (construction)
o 1910.27 (general industry)
Subjects Covered
o Temporary Stairs
o Types of Ladders
o Using Ladders Safely
o Straight and Stepladders
o Fixed Ladders
This material is provided only as a supplement to related training provided by ClickSafety. It is not
intended to be all inclusive or complete. It is for informational purposes only to assist the student with
his/her coursework, and no warranty is made with respect to its accuracy or suitability for which the
student may use it.
Module Overview
Struck-By Hazards
Course Description
o Focus Four hazards including Falls, Caught-In or -Between, Struck-By and Electrocution,
collectively represent the direct cause of 90% of all deaths that occur in the construction
industry. The purpose of this lesson is to provide workers with information that will enable
them to recognize common Struck-by hazards at construction worksites.
o Estimated length: 1 hour
o Audience: construction managers, superintendents, foreman, crew leaders, employers,
construction workforce and anyone with safety responsibilities.
Course Objective
o The objective of this lesson is to provide workers with practical and useful information
that will enable them to recognize and mitigate common struck-by hazards that exist in
and around typical construction worksites. This course does not cover every possible
scenario but does cover the struck-by hazards that result in the most common injuries
and fatalities as documented by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The lesson will cover
each of the following four areas:
What is a struck-by hazard?
What are the common types of struck-by hazards in construction?
How can I protect myself from struck-by hazards?
What is my employer required to do to protect workers from struck-by hazards?
References
o OSHA eTools
o OSHA Publications
o OSHA Quick Cards
o OSHA Safety & Health Topic Page
o NIOSH Safety & Health Topic Page
o NIOSH Fatality Assessment and Control Evaluation (FACE) Program
o Electronic Library of Construction Occupational Safety & Health materials
o Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)
o Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)/National Institute for Occupational
Safety and Health (NIOSH)
o Construction Hazard Awareness, by the University of Alabama Continuing Studies
Environmental and Industrial Programs
o Construction Safety Council
o Electronic Library of Construction Occupational Safety and Health (eLCOSH),
o Center for Construction Research and Training
o Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
o Susan Harwood Grant from OSHA materials
o The Construction Chart Book
Subjects Covered
o Struck-By Hazards
o Introduction
o Definitions
o Employer Responsibilities
This material is provided only as a supplement to related training provided by ClickSafety. It is not
intended to be all inclusive or complete. It is for informational purposes only to assist the student with
his/her coursework, and no warranty is made with respect to its accuracy or suitability for which the
student may use it.
Links:
http://www.osha.gov
http://www.osha.gov/dte/outreach/construction/focus_four/index.html
http://www.osha.gov/pls/iimis/accidentsearch.html
http://www.osha.gov/dep/gatcat/dep_fatcat.html
http://www.osha.gov/Publications/cranes-signal-person-factsheet.pdf
http://www.osha.gov/Publications/cranes-qualified-rigger-factsheet.pdf
http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/etools/construction/struckby/falling_flying.html
http://www.osha.gov/OshDoc/data_Hurricane_Facts/aerial_lifts_safety.pdf
http://www.osha.gov/OshDoc/data_Hurricane_Facts/supported_scaffold_tips.pdf
http://www.osha.gov/Publications/3318-09-06-English-07-05-2007.html
http://www.osha.gov/OshDoc/data_FatalFacts/f-facts51.html
http://www.osha.gov/dte/outreach/construction_generalindustry/materials/intro_to_osha/intro_to_osha_ha
ndout.pdf
http://www.osha.gov/cranes-derricks/index.html
http://www.clicksafety.com/ucp/images/pdf/courseware/focus%204%20cranes%20and%20rigging.pdf
http://www.elcosh.org/en/document/695/d000656/compactor-overturns-and-rollover-protective-
structures.html
http://www.clicksafety.com/ucp/images/pdf/courseware/struckbyhaz_nailgun_handouts.pdf
http://www.clicksafety.com/ucp/images/pdf/courseware/PPE%20Workers%20Checklist.pdf
http://www.clicksafety.com/ucp/images/pdf/courseware/Construction%20Focus%20Four%20Struck-
by%20References-Sources.pdf