Can you imagine what would happen if you were on a metal ladder and it touched a live wire? You could be electrocuted! What if a tall ladder was not secured properly while you were climbing it? You could fall! Different types of ladders have different uses and safety practices. Take this course to learn how to select and inspect ladders so that you can work safely. This course is ideal for anyone who uses ladders or supervises people who use ladders.
Falls are the leading cause of death in construction and account for over 300 worker fatalities annually. OSHA penalties for fall protection violations can reach $16,550 per serious violation and $165,514 for willful/repeat violations.
This course is designed for construction workers, maintenance staff, warehouse personnel, retail employees, healthcare workers, and custodial staff — anyone who works on elevated surfaces, ladders, or in environments with slip/trip hazards.
After completing this course, you will be able to:
Fall Protection (29 CFR 1926.501) has been OSHA's #1 most-cited standard for over a decade. OSHA requires fall protection at 4 feet in general industry, 6 feet in construction, and training for all workers exposed to fall hazards.
This course covers the following OSHA and industry standards:
This course provides a certificate of completion. For the official OSHA (DOL) wallet card required on most job sites, enroll in OSHA 10-Hour ($59) or OSHA 30-Hour (from $159) training.
Finish this 14-minute course at your own pace. Certificate of completion included.
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