Minnesota
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Construction Safety Standards
Builders License Training Institute |
Course Description
This seven hour course is a review of the safety codes required for residential construction. At the end of this course, you will be able to understand and describe the basic component of a construction safety program. You will recognize the hazards inherent at a construction jobsite, and be able to describe ways to prevent those hazards. Finally you will learn the responsibilities of both the employer and the employee in observing established safety practices.
Learning objectives are provided to facilitate your understanding and progress. Informal progress checks in the form of 10-question quizzes are at the end of each lesson. A 70% passing score on each quiz is required to move on to the next lesson. Upon passing a 30-question Final Exam, you will be prompted to print your Certificate of Completion.
You have access to this course for one year. Should you need that time extended, please call us. Technology support services are available at the above phone number and email address. Our Privacy and Refund Policy is available through a link at the bottom of this page.
COURSE OUTLINE
Chapter 1- Introduction
*Learning Objectives: 1) Describe the differences between Minnesota and federal OSHA regulations and standards 2) Distinguish between employer and employee rights and responsibilities.
Chapter 2- Personal Protective Equipment
*Learning Objectives: 1) Describe the causes of the most common workplace injuries 2) Name the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) most often used to protect workers.
Chapter 3- Falls in Construction
*Learning Objectives: 1) Describe methods of fall protection available to workers. 2) Explain the main criteria that prompts the use of fall protection for construction workers.
Chapter 4- Stairways and Ladders
*Learning Objectives: 1) Describe safety guidelines and requirements for stairways used at a construction site. 2) List safe practices and requirements for ladders used at a construction site.
Chapter 5- Scaffolds
*Learning Objectives: 1) Recognize the hazards associated with different types of scaffolds. 2) Understand the procedures that must be followed in order to control and minimize those hazards.
Chapter 6- Excavations
*Learning Objectives: 1) State the greatest risk that is present at an excavation. 2) Describe the three primary methods for protecting employees form cave-ins. 3) Name factors that pose a hazard to employees working in excavations, and how to reduce those hazards. 4) Describe the role of a competent person at an excavation site.
Chapter 7- Egress/Fire Protection
*Learning Objectives: 1) Describe OSHA requirements for proper fire prevention, egress, and equipment. 2) Be able to create a working emergency action and fire prevention plan.
Chapter 8- Hazard Communication
*Learning Objectives: 1) Identify employer responsibilities towards reducing workplace hazards. 2) Be familiar with the information provided in Material Safety Data Sheets.
Chapter 9- Tool Safety
*Learning Objectives: 1) Describe the hazards surrounding the use of hand and power tools. 2) List the important safety tips associated with Powder-Actuated Tools. 3) Explain the basic procedures for safe jack handling.
Chapter 10- Materials Handling
*Learning Objective: 1) Identify, avoid, and control hazardous materials through proper handling, storage, use and disposal.
Final Assessment--30 Multiple choice questions
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