Course Details
Course Details
Course ID
8924
Course Name
Introduction to OSHA WBT
Contact Hours
2.0
Approved Industry
Drinking Water and Wastewater
Partner Name
American Water
Primary Contact
Monica Troutman
monica.troutman@amwater.com
7172059705 Ext.
Website
Description
This two-hour introductory course outlines the history and mission of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and why it is important to workers. It provides learners with a basic understanding of employee rights and employer responsibilities under OSHA and how to read OSHA standards. It also explains the OSHA inspection process and introduces learners to a variety of safety and health resources that they may find useful or necessary on the job.
This course was developed with subject matter provided by Jenny Fuller of Winn Forensics, LLC, a professional services company focusing on corporate, business and personal safety training as well as consulting on occupational injury matters.
Course Level
Basic thru Advanced
Course Content
Why is OSHA Important to You?
1. The Need for OSHA
What Rights Do You Have Under OSHA?
1. General Rights
2. Chemical Hazards
3. Injury and Hazard Records
4. Protection from Retaliation for Exercising Rights
5. Complaints and Inspections
6. Training
Employer Responsibilities Under OSHA
1. General Responsibilities
2. Personal Protective Equipment
3. Record Keeping
4. OSHA Citations and Hazard Correction Notices
Using OSHA's Standards
1. OSHA's Standards
How Are OSHA Inspections Conducted?
1. Categories and Stages of an Inspection
2. Citations
Where Can You Go For Help?
1. Locating Resources
Target Audience
Employees working in various fields covered by OSHA regulations.
Training Format
Virtual Asynchronous