Introduction to OSHA

Topics

Introduction to OSHA and its mission

Rights and responsibilities of employers and employees under OSHA

OSHA standards for workplace safety and health

Most frequently cited OSHA standards

Hazard communication

Walking-working surfaces

Personal protective equipment

On-Site Consultation Program

Voluntary Protection Program

Alliance Program

OSHA inspection process

Consequences of non-compliance

Common workplace hazards and prevention strategies

Course Details

2 Modules

2 Hours

$27.95

Sectors

All Industries

Introduction

Welcome to the “Introduction to OSHA Course.” This course is designed to provide you with an overview of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the important role it plays in promoting workplace safety and health.

Throughout this course, you will learn about the history of OSHA, its mission, and the standards that it has established to ensure that employers provide a safe and healthy workplace for their employees. You will also learn about your rights as an employee under OSHA, as well as the responsibilities of employers in ensuring workplace safety.

This course will cover a range of topics, including hazard identification and control, personal protective equipment, bloodborne pathogens, electrical safety, and much more. You will gain a fundamental understanding of workplace safety and health, as well as the key principles of OSHA and its regulations.

By the end of this course, you will have a solid foundation of knowledge on OSHA and workplace safety, and you will be equipped with the tools you need to help create a culture of safety in your workplace. Thank you for joining us on this journey to improve workplace safety and health for all workers.

Course Description

This course provides an overview of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and its standards for workplace safety and health. The course covers the rights and responsibilities of employers and employees under OSHA, as well as the inspection process and the consequences of non-compliance. Students will learn about the most frequently cited OSHA standards, including hazard communication, walking-working surfaces, personal protective equipment, and more. The course will also cover OSHA resources that are available to help employers improve workplace safety, including the On-Site Consultation Program, Voluntary Protection Program, and Alliance Program.

Objectives

At the end of the training participants should be able to:

Understand the purpose and history of OSHA
Identify OSHA standards that apply to your workplace
Understand the rights and responsibilities of employers and employees under OSHA
Learn about the OSHA inspection process and how to prepare for an inspection
Identify common workplace hazards and ways to prevent them
Learn about OSHA resources that are available to help employers improve workplace safety

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