Introduction
This course introduces the student to OSHA's "Focus Four" hazards: fall hazards, caught-in and -between hazards, struck-by hazards, and electrocution hazards.
Course Objectives
At the end of this course, you should be able to:
ID | Objective |
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TO 1.0 | Achieve a minimum score of 70% on the final course assessment. |
LO 1.1.1 | Describe hazards and safe practices associated with scaffolds, ladders, stairs, holes and openings. |
LO 1.2.1 | Describe protective measures that protect employees against fall hazards while working at elevation. |
LO 1.2.2 | Discuss employer responsibilities to provide a written fall protection plan and conduct training to protect employees from falls while at work. |
LO 1.3.1 | Describe the hazards associated with caught-in or caught-between accidents. |
LO 1.4.1 | Describe the protective measures associated with caught-in or caught-between accidents. |
LO 1.5.1 | Define, identify, and give examples of different types of struck-by hazards. |
LO 1.6.1 | Describe protective measures that help protect employees from injuries due to struck-by accidents. |
LO 1.7.1 | Define and give examples of electrocution hazards that are common in the construction industry. |
LO 1.7.2 | Describe protective measures that can help prevent electrical injuries caused by exposure to electrical hazards in the workplace. |
LO 1.8.1 | Describe electrocution hazards and related protective measures. |