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CT OSHA Workplace Safety

The course teaches employees the fundamentals of OSHA compliance, including the Act, hazard identification, PPE use, emergency response, and ergonomics, enabling them to recognize risks, follow procedures, and report concerns.

Who Should Take This

Front‑line workers, supervisors, and staff in manufacturing, construction, or any regulated environment should take this training. They typically have limited safety‑training background, need to understand daily compliance duties, and want to prevent injuries while meeting OSHA requirements and contribute to a safer workplace culture.

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Course Outline

66 learning goals

1 OSHA Act and Regulatory Framework

3 topics

OSHA Act overview and General Duty Clause

State the purpose of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 and identify the three agencies it created: OSHA, NIOSH, and the Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission.
Explain the General Duty Clause (Section 5(a)(1)) and describe how it requires employers to maintain a workplace free from recognized hazards likely to cause death or serious physical harm.
Identify the scope of OSHA coverage including which employers and employees are covered, and which workplaces are exempt (federal agencies covered by Executive Order, state plans).

Employer and employee rights and responsibilities

List employer responsibilities under OSHA including providing a safe workplace, training, hazard communication, recordkeeping, and displaying the OSHA poster.
Describe employee rights under OSHA including the right to a safe workplace, the right to information about hazards, the right to file complaints, and the right to participate in OSHA inspections.
Explain employee responsibilities including following safety rules, using required PPE, reporting hazards, and cooperating with safety programs.

Whistleblower protections and complaint procedures

Describe the whistleblower protections under Section 11(c) of the OSHA Act and identify prohibited retaliatory actions employers may not take against employees who report safety concerns.
Explain the conditions under which an employee may exercise the right to refuse unsafe work, including the requirement of a reasonable belief of imminent danger.
Describe the process for filing an OSHA complaint, including online, phone, and written complaint options, and explain what triggers a formal inspection versus a phone/fax investigation.
Analyze a workplace scenario to determine whether an employee's safety complaint is protected activity under Section 11(c) and whether employer actions constitute unlawful retaliation.

2 Hazard Identification and Reporting

3 topics

Hazard recognition and classification

Identify the four main categories of workplace hazards: physical, chemical, biological, and ergonomic, and provide examples of each category.
Explain the difference between a hazard (source of potential harm) and a risk (likelihood and severity of harm), and describe how risk assessment informs control selection.
Describe how to conduct a basic job hazard analysis (JHA) by breaking a task into steps, identifying hazards at each step, and determining appropriate controls.

Hierarchy of controls

List the five levels of the hierarchy of controls in order of effectiveness: elimination, substitution, engineering controls, administrative controls, and personal protective equipment.
Explain why higher-level controls (elimination, substitution) are preferred over lower-level controls (administrative, PPE) and describe the limitations of relying solely on PPE.
Analyze a workplace hazard scenario to recommend appropriate controls from the hierarchy, justifying why higher-level controls should be prioritized.

Near-miss and incident reporting

Define near-miss events and explain their importance as leading indicators that help prevent future injuries and fatalities.
Describe the proper procedure for reporting near-misses, unsafe conditions, and workplace injuries to supervisors and safety personnel.
Analyze a workplace incident to identify root causes using basic investigation techniques, distinguishing between direct causes, contributing factors, and systemic failures.

3 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

2 topics

PPE requirements and employer obligations

Identify the types of PPE required for common workplace hazards including eye/face protection, head protection, hand protection, foot protection, hearing protection, and respiratory protection.
Explain employer obligations for PPE under OSHA including hazard assessment, providing appropriate PPE at no cost, training, and ensuring proper fit.
Describe proper PPE inspection, maintenance, storage, and replacement procedures, and identify signs that PPE has been damaged or degraded.

PPE selection and limitations

Explain the limitations of PPE as the last line of defense in the hierarchy of controls and describe situations where PPE alone is insufficient protection.
Analyze a workplace scenario to determine the appropriate PPE required based on the hazards present, considering chemical, physical, and biological exposure risks.

4 Emergency Preparedness

3 topics

Emergency action plans

List the required elements of an OSHA Emergency Action Plan (EAP) including evacuation procedures, emergency escape routes, assembly points, and alarm systems.
Explain the difference between evacuation, shelter-in-place, and lockdown procedures and describe when each response is appropriate.
Describe employee roles and responsibilities during an emergency including evacuation wardens, first aid responders, and accounting for all personnel at assembly points.

Fire prevention and response

Identify common workplace fire hazards including electrical overloads, flammable material storage, blocked exits, and malfunctioning fire suppression equipment.
Explain the PASS technique for fire extinguisher use (Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep) and identify the correct extinguisher class for different fire types (A, B, C, D, K).
Analyze a fire emergency scenario to determine the appropriate response: fight the fire, evacuate, or call emergency services, based on fire size, type, and available equipment.

First aid and medical emergencies

Identify OSHA first aid requirements including first aid kit accessibility, trained first aid providers, and emergency medical service contact procedures.
Describe the proper steps for responding to a workplace medical emergency including calling 911, providing basic first aid within training scope, and securing the scene.

5 Ergonomics and Musculoskeletal Disorder Prevention

2 topics

Ergonomic principles and workstation setup

Identify common risk factors for musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) including repetitive motions, awkward postures, forceful exertions, vibration, and sustained static positions.
Describe proper ergonomic workstation setup for office environments including monitor height, chair adjustment, keyboard/mouse positioning, and lighting.
Explain proper lifting techniques including planning the lift, keeping the load close, bending at the knees, avoiding twisting, and knowing when to ask for help or use mechanical aids.

Repetitive strain and MSD prevention strategies

Describe prevention strategies for repetitive strain injuries including micro-breaks, task rotation, stretching exercises, and early symptom recognition.
Analyze a workstation setup or manual handling task to identify ergonomic risk factors and recommend corrective actions to reduce MSD risk.

6 Chemical Safety and Hazard Communication

3 topics

Hazard Communication Standard (HAZCOM)

State the purpose of the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (HCS 2012) and identify its three key components: labels, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and employee training.
Explain the employer's obligations under HAZCOM including maintaining a chemical inventory, ensuring SDS availability, labeling containers, and training employees on chemical hazards.

GHS labeling and Safety Data Sheets

Identify the required elements of a GHS-compliant label including product identifier, signal word (Danger/Warning), hazard statements, pictograms, precautionary statements, and supplier information.
Recognize the nine GHS hazard pictograms and describe the hazard categories each represents, including health hazards, flammability, oxidizers, corrosives, and environmental hazards.
Describe the 16 sections of a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and explain how to locate critical information including hazard identification, first aid measures, handling/storage, and exposure controls.
Analyze a chemical label and SDS to determine the hazards present, required PPE, proper storage requirements, and appropriate first aid measures for a given chemical.

Chemical handling and spill response

Describe safe chemical handling practices including proper ventilation, incompatible chemical separation, secondary containment, and transfer procedures.
Explain the proper response to a chemical spill including evacuation of the immediate area, notification of trained responders, and avoiding untrained cleanup attempts.
Synthesize chemical safety knowledge to develop a safe work procedure for a task involving hazardous chemicals, incorporating SDS information, PPE selection, and emergency response steps.

7 Common Workplace Hazards

3 topics

Slip, trip, and fall prevention

Identify common causes of slips, trips, and falls in the workplace including wet floors, uneven surfaces, poor lighting, cluttered walkways, and improper ladder use.
Describe prevention strategies for slips, trips, and falls including housekeeping practices, proper signage, footwear requirements, guardrails, and ladder safety rules.
Explain OSHA fall protection requirements for general industry including guardrail specifications, fall arrest systems, and the 4-foot trigger height for general industry.

Electrical safety

Identify common electrical hazards in the workplace including exposed wiring, overloaded circuits, damaged cords, wet conditions near electrical equipment, and contact with overhead power lines.
Describe basic electrical safety practices including ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) use, equipment inspection before use, proper cord management, and maintaining clearance from electrical panels.
Explain the purpose and basic principles of lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures for controlling hazardous energy during equipment maintenance and servicing.

Machine guarding and confined spaces

Identify machine hazards requiring guarding including point of operation, nip points, rotating parts, and flying debris, and recognize when machine guards have been removed or bypassed.
Describe what constitutes a permit-required confined space and explain why untrained employees must never enter confined spaces without proper authorization and atmospheric testing.
Analyze a workplace scenario involving machine operation or confined space entry to identify safety violations and recommend corrective actions per OSHA standards.

8 OSHA Recordkeeping and Documentation

2 topics

OSHA 300 Log and recordkeeping requirements

Identify the three OSHA recordkeeping forms (300 Log, 300A Summary, 301 Incident Report) and describe the purpose of each form in tracking workplace injuries and illnesses.
Explain the recording criteria for workplace injuries and illnesses including what constitutes a recordable case (medical treatment beyond first aid, days away from work, restricted duty, loss of consciousness).
Describe the requirement to post the OSHA 300A Summary annually (February 1 through April 30), maintain records for five years, and provide records to employees upon request.

Reporting severe injuries and fatalities

State the mandatory reporting timeframes: fatalities must be reported to OSHA within 8 hours, and in-patient hospitalizations, amputations, or eye losses within 24 hours.
Analyze a workplace injury scenario to determine whether the incident is OSHA-recordable, whether it triggers mandatory reporting to OSHA, and what reporting timeframe applies.

9 Safety Culture and Integrated Compliance

2 topics

Building a safety culture

Describe the characteristics of a positive safety culture including management commitment, employee involvement, open communication, continuous improvement, and accountability at all levels.
Explain the role of safety committees, toolbox talks, safety observations, and behavior-based safety programs in maintaining and improving workplace safety.
Synthesize OSHA regulatory requirements, hazard identification principles, and safety culture elements to propose improvements for a workplace safety program.

OSHA inspection readiness

Describe the typical OSHA inspection process including opening conference, walkaround inspection, employee interviews, and closing conference.
Explain employee rights during an OSHA inspection including the right to accompany the inspector, speak privately with the inspector, and report hazards without fear of retaliation.
Synthesize knowledge of OSHA standards, recordkeeping requirements, and workplace hazard controls to evaluate an organization's overall inspection readiness.

Scope

Included Topics

OSHA Act of 1970 overview, purpose, and General Duty Clause (Section 5(a)(1)): employer obligations to provide a workplace free from recognized hazards causing or likely to cause death or serious physical harm.
Employer and employee rights and responsibilities under OSHA, including the right to a safe workplace, right to information about hazards, right to file complaints, and right to participate in inspections.
Hazard identification, assessment, and reporting: near-miss reporting, unsafe condition recognition, job hazard analysis (JHA), and hierarchy of controls (elimination, substitution, engineering controls, administrative controls, PPE).
Personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements: employer obligation to assess hazards, provide appropriate PPE, train employees on proper use, maintenance, and limitations of PPE.
Emergency action plans (EAPs) and fire prevention plans: evacuation procedures, assembly points, emergency communication, shelter-in-place protocols, and emergency response team roles.
Ergonomics and musculoskeletal disorder (MSD) prevention: workstation setup, proper lifting techniques, repetitive strain injury prevention, and ergonomic assessment basics.
Chemical safety: Safety Data Sheets (SDS), Globally Harmonized System (GHS) labeling, Hazard Communication Standard (HAZCOM/HCS 2012), chemical storage, handling, and spill response.
Common workplace hazards: slip/trip/fall prevention, electrical safety basics, lockout/tagout (LOTO) awareness, machine guarding, and confined space awareness.
OSHA recordkeeping requirements: OSHA 300 Log, 300A Summary, 301 Incident Report, recording criteria, and annual posting requirements.
Whistleblower protections under Section 11(c), right to refuse unsafe work, anti-retaliation provisions, and OSHA complaint filing procedures.

Not Covered

OSHA 10-hour or 30-hour outreach training certification content beyond awareness level.
Industry-specific OSHA standards (construction 1926, maritime 1915-1918, agriculture 1928) beyond general industry awareness.
Industrial hygiene sampling methodologies, permissible exposure limits (PEL) calculations, and toxicology.
OSHA inspection procedures from the compliance officer perspective, citation classification, and penalty calculation formulas.
Workers' compensation law, disability insurance, and state-specific occupational health regulations.

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