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OSHA 30 Hour Courses & Workers' Rights

The introduction of the Workers' Rights topic in the OSHA 10 Hour and 30 Hour courses has been viewed upon as one of the most important topics that OSHA deals with. OSHA has observed that in the past many workers have not been able to voice concerns of their health and safety at the workplace due to fear of action being taken against them by their employers. In an effort to encourage workers' to speak up for their rights, OSHA has introduced this new topic into the OSHA safety training program courses. This topic will very likely have a positive effect on thousands of workers who undergo the Outreach training programs every years. The topic stresses on the importance of workers' rights and creates awareness amongst the workers with regards to their right to: A safe & healthy working environment. Know about the various types hazards and hazardous chemicals that are prevalent at the workplace. Learn about the possible injuries and illnesses at their workplace. Undergo tra...

Construction Industry – The most dangerous place to work

The largest number of fatal injuries happen in the construction industry as compared to other industry groups in the United States. It is one of the most dangerous places to work in. Construction employees undertake the most physically demanding work, put their bodies through great strain and are exposed to potential health risks and personal injury daily. New workers are especially at greater risk, as they have less experience and knowledge of their work rights. The riskier jobs are given more to them while the seniors are more into the managerial roles. Types of accidents in the Construction Industry: Construction accidents can include defective and collapsing scaffolds, electrocutions, cranes, electrical accidents, power tool accidents, falls from roofs and roofing structures, lift accidents, fires and explosions, burn injuries, toxic welding rod injuries, crane accidents, holes in flooring, chemical burns, injuries from faulty machinery and dumper crashes. Health and Safety regulat...

How you can Benefit from the OSHA 30 Hour Safety Course

Safety in the workplace has become an increasingly popular issue in the past few years. Accidents and fatalities at the work site can be minimized with the inclusion of certain safety rules and regulations. OSHA was started precisely to take charge of the safety and health issues of employees and to implement some semblance of safety in a working environment. There are many types of hazards at a workplace and workers need to know about these hazards and how to prevent injuries from taking place. It is OSHA's responsibility to make sure that employers are following their guidelines by implementing safety rules and regulations at the workplace. The OSHA 30 Hour Course is an informational module that is recommended for those working in the construction industry, mainly field supervisors, safety directors and foremen. These individuals are responsible for ensuring the safety of their workers. The OSHA 30 Hour Safety Training course guides the management on how to apply the OSHA standar...