OSHA 30 Hour Safety Course

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has laid down certain regulations and guidelines for construction tolerances and safety equipments that are used in the construction industry. It has also laid down certain guidelines for the use of different scaffolds like scissor lifts, pole and suspended scaffolding. Basically, a scaffold is defined by OSHA as an elevated structure that is temporarily used for supporting equipments and employees. This also includes structures that are used for support and anchoring points. There are several different types of scaffolding that are used. A common type is the single pole scaffold that generally consists of platforms placed on bearers. These scaffolds are attached to one row of vertical supports on the inside as well as outside of the structure it is built against. A counter part of the single pole scaffold is the double pole scaffold. The only difference is that it is a free standing structure. It also uses vertical supports on all the ...

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...