Environmental, Safety & Health And Transportation Courseware
Environmental, Safety & Health, And Transportation
Cal/OSHA Workplace Health and Safety
Asbestos – Cal/OSHA
Bloodborne Pathogen Awareness 2.0 - Cal/OSHA
Confined Spaces 2.0 - Cal/OSHA
Construction: Lead Awareness – Cal/OSHA
Electrical Safety 2.0 – Cal/OSHA
Emergency and Disaster Preparedness - Cal/OSHA
Ergonomics in the Workplace 2.0 - Cal/OSHA
Fall Prevention – Cal/OSHA
Flagging Safety - Cal/OSHA
Forklift Safety Awareness 2.0 - Cal/OSHA
Hearing Conservation 2.0 - Cal/OSHA
Heat Illness Prevention for Supervisors – Cal/OSHA
Heat Stress Recognition and Prevention – Cal/OSHA
Incident Investigation and Reporting - Cal/OSHA
Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP) – Cal/OSHA
Laboratory Safety - Cal/OSHA
Lead Awareness in General Industry – Cal/OSHA
Lockout/Tagout 2.0 – Cal/OSHA
Office Safety 2.0 - Cal/OSHA
PPE: Personal Protective Equipment 2.0 - Cal/OSHA
Respiratory Protection 2.0 - Cal/OSHA
Slips, Trips, and Falls 2.0 – Cal/OSHA
Trenching and Excavation Safety – Cal/OSHA

Asbestos – Cal/OSHA

Course Number:
ehs_cal_a37_sh_enus
Lesson Objectives

Asbestos – Cal/OSHA

  • define terms associated with asbestos
  • identify where asbestos-containing materials are commonly found in building materials
  • identify the requirements for signs and labels that identify asbestos exposure hazard areas
  • identify illnesses related to asbestos exposure
  • identify general guidelines of the medical surveillance program required by Cal/OSHA
  • identify safety measures that protect against asbestos exposure
  • identify proper methods for handling clothing exposed to asbestos

Overview/Description
This course will provide you with information about the serious health hazards associated with exposure to asbestos. It will also address where asbestos is commonly found, how it can potentially affect you, and what you need to do to protect yourself and others from exposure. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by EnSafe Inc., a global professional services company focusing on engineering, environment, health and safety, and information technology. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.

Target Audience
Employees who may be exposed to asbestos fibers at or above the permissible exposure levels, and employees who perform housekeeping or maintenance operations in areas that contain asbestos-containing materials and potential asbestos-containing materials

Bloodborne Pathogen Awareness 2.0 - Cal/OSHA

Course Number:
ehs_cal_a25_sh_enus
Lesson Objectives

Bloodborne Pathogen Awareness 2.0 - Cal/OSHA

  • identify the traits and symptoms of hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and HIV
  • identify modes of transmission of bloodborne pathogens
  • identify preventive controls that reduce or eliminate exposure to bloodborne pathogens
  • identify the proper use and handling of personal protective equipment
  • identify proper decontamination procedures for blood and other potentially infectious materials
  • identify procedures to follow if an exposure incident occurs

Overview/Description
This course will provide you with a basic understanding of bloodborne pathogens, common modes of transmission, methods of prevention, and what to do if an exposure occurs. Information presented will help minimize serious health risks to persons who may have personal exposure to blood and other potentially infectious materials in the workplace. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. The training requirements established under the Bloodborne Pathogen standard require an employer to allow for an opportunity for interactive questions and answers with the person conducting the training session. Employers may use a variety of methods to meet the intent of the standard. As an example, Cal/OSHA has previously stated that an employer can meet Cal/OSHA's requirement for trainees to have direct access to a qualified trainer by providing a telephone hotline. Bloodborne Pathogen Awareness 2.0 - Cal/OSHA was developed with subject matter support provided by EnSafe Inc., a global professional services company focusing on engineering, environment, health and safety, and information technology. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.

Target Audience
Anyone who performs job duties that could bring him or her into contact with blood or body fluids in the workplace including – but not limited to – health care workers, emergency medical and first aid responders, or persons cleaning health care areas, equipment, or devices

Confined Spaces 2.0 - Cal/OSHA

Course Number:
ehs_cal_a41_sh_enus
Lesson Objectives

Confined Spaces 2.0 - Cal/OSHA

  • define terms commonly associated with confined spaces
  • identify the hazards associated with working in confined spaces
  • recall safe entry procedures for confined spaces
  • identify equipment needed for confined space entry
  • recall basic information regarding permits
  • identify roles and responsibilities of the attendant in confined space entry
  • identify the responsibilities of the entry supervisor

Overview/Description
This course covers information about working in confined spaces, including information about hazardous atmospheres, necessary equipment, and permits. The intent of the course is to provide the learner with information about the hazards and hazard control methods that will permit safe work in enclosed work areas or confined spaces. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by EnSafe Inc., a global professional services company focusing on engineering, environment, health and safety, and information technology. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.

Target Audience
Employees who are assigned to work in and around work areas that have been identified as confined spaces

Construction: Lead Awareness – Cal/OSHA

Course Number:
ehs_cal_a44_sh_enus
Lesson Objectives

Construction: Lead Awareness – Cal/OSHA

  • identify homes which, based on their age, have a risk of lead exposure due to lead-based paint
  • identify activities that can be a source of lead exposure in the construction industry
  • identify correct statements about the danger of lead poisoning
  • identify adverse health effects associated with varying degrees of lead exposure in the construction industry
  • identify the limits Cal/OSHA has established to reduce worker exposure to lead
  • identify the purpose of the medical surveillance program
  • identify requirements of the medical surveillance program
  • identify general requirements of the medical removal protection program
  • identify examples of types of work controls that can be used to reduce exposure to lead
  • identify work practices that can reduce exposure to lead

Overview/Description
This course covers information mandated by California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) California Code of Regulations 8, Section 1532.1. It provides general knowledge of the hazards associated with lead exposure and requirements to reduce or eliminate exposure in the construction industry. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by EnSafe Inc., a global professional services company focusing on engineering, environment, health and safety, and information technology. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.

Target Audience
Employees who have a potential exposure to airborne lead

Electrical Safety 2.0 – Cal/OSHA

Course Number:
ehs_cal_a33_sh_enus
Lesson Objectives

Electrical Safety 2.0 – Cal/OSHA

  • identify the components of an electrical circuit
  • identify common electrical injuries and their effects on the human body
  • identify actions to take if someone is being electrically shocked
  • identify actions to take if there is an electrical fire
  • identify common electrical hazards
  • identify factors that can increase the risk of electric shock
  • identify methods to reduce or eliminate electrical hazards

Overview/Description
This is an awareness-level course that covers how to work safely with electricity. It focuses on specific electrical hazards found in the workplace and methods to minimize or eliminate those hazards. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. Learner objectives are to recall basic rules of electricity as they relate to electrical safety, identify actions to take in an electricity-related emergency, recognize common electrical hazards, and describe methods to reduce or eliminate electrical hazards. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by EnSafe Inc., a global professional services company focusing on engineering, environment, health and safety, and information technology. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.

Target Audience
All workers who may be exposed to electrical hazards at work

Emergency and Disaster Preparedness - Cal/OSHA

Course Number:
ehs_cal_a31_sh_enus
Lesson Objectives

Emergency and Disaster Preparedness - Cal/OSHA

  • identify best practices to demonstrate preparedness for an emergency or disaster
  • identify what you need to know to be prepared for an emergency evacuation
  • identify the actions to take in the event of a fire
  • identify the actions to take in the event of a hazardous substance spill or release
  • identify the actions to take in the event of an earthquake
  • identify the actions to take in the event of a flood
  • identify the actions to take in the event of a tornado
  • identify violent behavior and warning signs of violent behavior
  • recognize ways to prevent workplace violence
  • identify the appropriate response to a bomb threat

Overview/Description
Emergencies and disasters can strike at any time, anywhere, and without any warning. In this course, you'll learn about ways to prepare and respond to emergencies and disasters. You'll also learn about safe evacuation practices. Then you'll be introduced to the best ways to respond to specific natural and manmade emergencies and disasters. Emergency and Disaster Preparedness - Cal/OSHA was developed with subject matter support provided by EnSafe Inc., a global professional services company focusing on engineering, environment, health and safety, and information technology. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.

Target Audience
All employees

Ergonomics in the Workplace 2.0 - Cal/OSHA

Course Number:
ehs_cal_a23_sh_enus
Lesson Objectives

Ergonomics in the Workplace 2.0 - Cal/OSHA

  • identify characteristics of work-related repetitive motion injuries
  • identify signs and symptoms associated with repetitive motion injuries
  • identify risk factors associated with repetitive motion injuries
  • identify types of controls commonly used to reduce or eliminate repetitive motion injuries in the workplace
  • identify basic techniques for prevention of back injuries

Overview/Description
This course is designed to provide the basic information needed to recognize and report repetitive motion injuries (RMI) signs, symptoms, and risk factors. It addresses the key components of an ergonomics program and provides information to assist both employees and employers in minimizing the risk of developing work-related RMIs. This course applies to both office and industrial settings. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the California Division of Occupational Safety and Health, known as Cal/OSHA, regulation, Section 510, Repetitive Motion Injuries. Ergonomics in the Workplace 2.0 - Cal/OSHA was developed with subject matter support provided by EnSafe Inc., a global professional services company focusing on engineering, environment, health and safety, and information technology. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.

Target Audience
Employers who may be responsible for implementing an ergonomics program, as well as all persons who have work activities that involve physical efforts such as lifting and handling materials or objects, or actions that involve repetitive motions or other procedures that may be related to RMIs

Fall Prevention – Cal/OSHA

Course Number:
ehs_cal_a34_sh_enus
Lesson Objectives

Fall Prevention – Cal/OSHA

  • recognize common workplace fall hazards
  • identify fall protection techniques and methods
  • identify guidelines and facts related to fall protection equipment
  • recognize ways that companies can protect workers from workplace fall hazards

Overview/Description
This course is intended to provide employees who might be exposed to fall hazards with the ability to recognize such hazards and provide control measures to minimize their risk. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. Learner objectives are to recognize common workplace fall hazards, describe fall protection techniques used in general industry, identify fall protection equipment and limitations, and describe the primary components of a Cal/OSHA-compliant fall protection program. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by EnSafe Inc., a global professional services company focusing on engineering, environment, health and safety, and information technology. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements. This course was created using the Cal/OSHA rules on walking-working surfaces standards and personal fall protection systems requirements.

Target Audience
All personnel exposed to a potential free fall greater than 4 feet while on the job

Flagging Safety - Cal/OSHA

Course Number:
ehs_cal_a38_sh_enus
Lesson Objectives

Flagging Safety - Cal/OSHA

  • identify the qualifications and professional conduct expected of flaggers
  • identify the type of clothing and safety apparel that should be worn by flaggers
  • identify two types of hand-signaling devices flaggers use
  • identify the types and uses of various barriers, channelizing devices, and lights used at work sites
  • recognize the purposes of traffic sign colors and the different categories of signs
  • identify rules of thumb for flagger positioning and location
  • recognize how rules related to spacing vehicular traffic are applied on a work site
  • determine how to handle a failure to stop or sign violation on a work site
  • recognize how to communicate messages with traffic on a work site
  • recognize how to communicate with other flaggers on a work site
  • recognize the requirements for setting up three types of advance warning signs before a construction site
  • identify the types of tapers used to channel traffic on a road construction site, with their descriptions
  • determine the required length of a taper according to the type of taper and the road on which it is being used
  • identify guidelines associated with flagging in special cases

Overview/Description
Traffic control is a critical aspect of worker and driver safety on road construction projects. Flaggers need to be knowledgeable about the standards and guidelines established by the California Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways. These include general guidelines for flagging, appropriate clothing requirements, and the standards for the signs, barriers and lights, and other devices used in your work. You also need to know where to position yourself for optimum safety, how to judge traffic speed and congestion, and how to regulate traffic accordingly. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by EnSafe Inc., a global professional services company focusing on engineering, environment, health and safety, and information technology. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.

Target Audience
Traffic control flaggers

Forklift Safety Awareness 2.0 - Cal/OSHA

Course Number:
ehs_cal_a42_sh_enus
Lesson Objectives

Forklift Safety Awareness 2.0 - Cal/OSHA

  • identify load center engineering principles associated with forklift safety
  • identify capacity engineering principles associated with forklift safety
  • identify forklift safety practices
  • recognize key concepts related to driving forklifts
  • identify general loading and unloading principles associated with forklift safety
  • recognize safe refueling and recharging procedures
  • identify the steps to perform in walk-around and sit-down inspections

Overview/Description
The purpose of this training is to help you become a qualified forklift operator, one who has the skills and knowledge to operate a lift truck in a safe and proper manner. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. Learner objectives are to recognize general engineering and capacity principles associated with forklift safety; identify factors that lead to forklifts tipping over; distinguish between safe and unsafe forklift operations; describe the differences between driving an automobile and a forklift; identify general loading and unloading principles associated with forklift safety; specify safe refueling and recharging procedures; and list the steps to perform in walk-around and sit-down inspections. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by EnSafe Inc., a global professional services company focusing on engineering, environment, health and safety, and information technology. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.

Target Audience
Employees operating and servicing forklifts

Hearing Conservation 2.0 - Cal/OSHA

Course Number:
ehs_cal_a35_sh_enus
Lesson Objectives

Hearing Conservation 2.0 - Cal/OSHA

  • identify the effects of noise on hearing
  • identify key components of Cal/OSHA's hearing conservation program
  • identify key considerations for hearing protection
  • identify the advantages and disadvantages of types of hearing protection

Overview/Description
Millions of workers have been affected by hearing loss caused by their jobs. In this course, you will learn about ways to help you prevent noise-induced hearing loss. You'll also learn about the purpose and components of a hearing conservation program, including the proper fitting, use, and care of hearing protectors. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. Hearing Conservation 2.0 - Cal/OSHA was developed with subject matter support provided by EnSafe Inc., a global professional services company focusing on engineering, environment, health and safety, and information technology. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.

Target Audience
All personnel subject to the hearing conservation program

Heat Illness Prevention for Supervisors – Cal/OSHA

Course Number:
ehs_cal_a22_sh_enus
Lesson Objectives

Heat Illness Prevention for Supervisors – Cal/OSHA

  • identify risk factors for heat illness
  • match types of heat-related illness to their characteristic symptoms
  • identify measures that can help to prevent heat illnesses in the workplace
  • recognize employer responsibilities for preventing and treating heat-related illnesses
  • identify special high heat requirements that apply in specific industries

Overview/Description
Heat-related illnesses can be life threatening, so it's crucial for supervisors to take the proper preventative actions and intervene appropriately to maximize workplace safety. This course equips supervisors to recognize the risk factors, signs, and symptoms of heat-related illnesses, and presents first aid guidelines for treating these illnesses. The course also explores supervisors' responsibilities for preventing and responding to heat-related illnesses, and outlines workplace high heat requirements. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by EnSafe Inc., a global professional services company focusing on engineering, environment, health and safety, and information technology. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.

Target Audience
All supervisors of personnel that may be required to work in hot environments

Heat Stress Recognition and Prevention – Cal/OSHA

Course Number:
ehs_cal_a24_sh_enus
Lesson Objectives

Heat Stress Recognition and Prevention – Cal/OSHA

  • identify how the body handles heat
  • identify personal factors that may lead to heat stress
  • define the signs and symptoms of heat-related illnesses
  • identify first aid treatments for heat-related illnesses
  • identify preventive measures to minimize heat stress
  • identify employer responsibilities in relation to heat illness prevention

Overview/Description
Each year, more people in the United States die from extreme heat than from hurricanes, lightning, tornados, floods, and earthquakes combined. This course will discuss the effects of heat on your body, outline the risk factors for heat-related illnesses, and describe the associated treatments for each. This training will also explain several control measure techniques and safe work practices that you can use to prevent heat-related stresses. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. Learner objectives are to describe how your body handles heat and what personal factors may lead to heat stress; identify the signs, symptoms, and first aid treatments of heat-related illnesses; and recall preventive measures that you can take to minimize heat stress. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by EnSafe Inc., a global professional services company focusing on engineering, environment, health and safety, and information technology. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.

Target Audience
All personnel that may be required to work in hot environments

Incident Investigation and Reporting - Cal/OSHA

Course Number:
ehs_cal_a36_sh_enus
Lesson Objectives

Incident Investigation and Reporting - Cal/OSHA

  • differentiate between the three cause levels of incidents
  • identify actions that take place during an investigation
  • identify recommended guidelines for interviewing witnesses
  • identify the two problem-solving techniques commonly used in an incident investigation
  • identify the four key elements included in an incident report

Overview/Description
This course will provide an overview of incident investigation and reporting procedures. The incident investigation and reporting process helps to provide a safe working environment by determining the causes of a incidents, and then reporting them so that incidents can be prevented in the future. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by EnSafe Inc., a global professional services company focusing on engineering, environment, health and safety, and information technology. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.

Target Audience
Supervisors, potential incident investigation team members, and employees involved in an incident investigation

Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP) – Cal/OSHA

Course Number:
ehs_cal_a29_sh_enus
Lesson Objectives

Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP) – Cal/OSHA

  • identify what an IIPP is
  • identify the direct and indirect costs associated with workplace injuries, illnesses, and fatalities
  • recognize how a successful IIPP affects the costs associated with workplace injuries, illnesses, and fatalities
  • recognize the elements of a successful IIPP
  • recognize how participating in various programs may help your organization as it implements or improves its own IIPP
  • identify the short-term and long-term effects on the workplace as a result of implementing an IIPP

Overview/Description
Since July 1991 when Cal/OSHA mandated the IIPP regulation, California employers have seen a significant drop in the number of workplace injuries and deaths. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by EnSafe Inc., a global professional services company focusing on engineering, environment, health and safety, and information technology. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.

Target Audience
All supervisors and managers who have responsibility for the safety and health of employees

Laboratory Safety - Cal/OSHA

Course Number:
ehs_cal_a39_sh_enus
Lesson Objectives

Laboratory Safety - Cal/OSHA

  • identify requirements of the Laboratory Safety Standard
  • identify characteristics of a workplace Chemical Hygiene Plan
  • identify general laboratory safety guidelines
  • identify good practices to follow in the prevention of laboratory fire and burn hazards

Overview/Description
This overview course is designed for employees who work in an industrial, clinical, or academic laboratory setting. It will serve to educate the laboratory employee to diverse safety and health concerns related to their job. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by EnSafe Inc., a global professional services company focusing on engineering, environment, health and safety, and information technology. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements

Target Audience
All personnel working with hazardous chemicals in a laboratory setting

Lead Awareness in General Industry – Cal/OSHA

Course Number:
ehs_cal_a45_sh_enus
Lesson Objectives

Lead Awareness in General Industry – Cal/OSHA

  • identify sources of lead exposure in general industry
  • identify correct statements about the danger of lead poisoning in general industry
  • identify adverse health effects associated with lead exposure in general industry
  • identify the limits Cal/OSHA has established to reduce worker exposure to lead in general industry
  • identify the purpose of the medical surveillance program
  • identify requirements of the medical surveillance program
  • identify general requirements of the medical removal protection program
  • identify examples of types of controls that can be used to reduce exposure to lead
  • identify safe work practices that can reduce exposure to lead

Overview/Description
This course covers information mandated by Cal/OSHA CCR Title 8, Section 5198. It provides general knowledge of the hazards associated with lead exposure and requirements to reduce or eliminate exposure. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by EnSafe Inc., a global professional services company focusing on engineering, environment, health and safety, and information technology. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.

Target Audience
Employees who have a potential exposure to airborne lead

Lockout/Tagout 2.0 – Cal/OSHA

Course Number:
ehs_cal_a30_sh_enus
Lesson Objectives

Lockout/Tagout 2.0 – Cal/OSHA

  • define terms commonly used in a lockout/tagout program
  • identify properties of lockout/tagout devices
  • identify the steps for removing lockout/tagout devices

Overview/Description
This course provides information about control of hazardous energy and work under the protection of a lockout/tagout energy control program. The intent of the course is to provide information on lockout/tagout practices and the significance of lockout/tagout devices. The content in this course is designed to comply with CAL/OSHA (California Division of Occupational Safety and Health) regulatory requirements. Learner objectives are to define and describe terms and techniques commonly used in a lockout/tagout program and recall standard lockout/tagout procedures. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by EnSafe Inc., a global professional services company focusing on engineering, environment, health and safety, and information technology. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.

Target Audience
All persons whose jobs will require the operation or use of a machine or equipment on which servicing or maintenance is to be performed, or whose duties will require that person to work in an area in which such service or maintenance is being performed

Office Safety 2.0 - Cal/OSHA

Course Number:
ehs_cal_a27_sh_enus
Lesson Objectives

Office Safety 2.0 - Cal/OSHA

  • identify strategies your employer can follow to improve air quality in an office
  • identify ways to reduce your exposure to unwanted office noise
  • identify symptoms resulting from ergonomic hazards
  • identify ways to reduce the chances of developing repetitive motion injuries at your workstation
  • identify ways to prevent accidents in the office
  • identify ways to avoid back injuries in the office
  • identify practices that will help you avoid fall injuries
  • identify how to avoid eyestrain
  • identify ways to avoid the risk of electrical injury

Overview/Description
This course is designed to raise awareness about hazards that may be encountered when working in office and administrative environments. The common hazards associated with work in offices are high noise levels, poor air quality, ergonomic hazards, and office accidents and injuries such as electrical shock and falls. The content of this course is designed to comply with the applicable California Division of Occupational Safety and Health, or Cal/OSHA, regulatory requirements. The learning objectives of the course are to identify office noise abatement and air quality and ventilation strategies; identify the signs and symptoms of ergonomic hazards; and identify how to prevent potential office hazards and common office injuries, such as back strain, slips, trips, falls, eyestrain, and electrical shocks. Office Safety 2.0 - Cal/OSHA was developed with subject matter support provided by EnSafe Inc., a global professional services company focusing on engineering, environment, health and safety, and information technology. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.

Target Audience
Personnel working in administrative and office areas

PPE: Personal Protective Equipment 2.0 - Cal/OSHA

Course Number:
ehs_cal_a32_sh_enus
Lesson Objectives

PPE: Personal Protective Equipment 2.0 - Cal/OSHA

  • identify key facts about PPE and its use
  • identify safety features and considerations when using head, hand, and foot protection
  • identify characteristics of protective clothing materials and protective suits
  • select appropriate eye protection to protect against various hazards
  • identify general guidelines for when hearing, respiratory, and fall protection are required
  • identify the level of protection that a user is provided when wearing specific types of PPE
  • recognize proper donning and doffing techniques for PPE

Overview/Description
This course covers types, selection, maintenance, and care of personal protective equipment (PPE) in the workplace. The types of PPE covered in the course include hard hats; hand, foot, and eye protection; and body protection. The course also provides general guidelines on when respiratory, hearing, and fall protection are required. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. PPE: Personal Protective Equipment 2.0 - Cal/OSHA was developed with subject matter support provided by EnSafe Inc., a global professional services company focusing on engineering, environment, health and safety, and information technology. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.

Target Audience
All persons who will be in work areas where specific job-related hazards have been identified

Respiratory Protection 2.0 - Cal/OSHA

Course Number:
ehs_cal_a43_sh_enus
Lesson Objectives

Respiratory Protection 2.0 - Cal/OSHA

  • recognize why respiratory protection is necessary
  • distinguish between employee and employer responsibilities
  • identify examples of respiratory hazards
  • identify the types of respirators
  • identify the limitations of respirators
  • cite what must occur before using a respirator
  • identify factors to consider when selecting a respirator
  • cite proper inspection practices
  • select best practices for donning or doffing a respirator
  • identify actions to take during an emergency situation
  • select proper respirator maintenance and storage practices

Overview/Description
This course covers information relating to respiratory hazards, protection mechanisms, and safe work practices. It also includes information on how to use respiratory protection for protection from hazardous airborne contaminants in the work environment. This course does not include the types of respirators and other protective considerations required when working with ionizing radiation. Learner objectives are to recognize why respiratory protection is necessary; distinguish between employee and employer responsibilities for respiratory protection; identify the nature, extent, and effects of respiratory hazards to which you may be exposed; specify the operation, limitations, and capabilities of respirators; identify respirator selection procedures and practices; specify proper respirator use and inspection practices; recognize proper respirator maintenance, cleaning, and storage practices; and identify respirator malfunction and follow-up procedures. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by EnSafe Inc., a global professional services company focusing on engineering, environment, health and safety, and information technology. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.

Target Audience
Persons who will be potentially exposed to hazardous airborne contaminants in the course of their work

Slips, Trips, and Falls 2.0 – Cal/OSHA

Course Number:
ehs_cal_a28_sh_enus
Lesson Objectives

Slips, Trips, and Falls 2.0 – Cal/OSHA

  • identify fall hazard conditions in the workplace
  • identify ways to minimize walkway hazards
  • identify ways to prevent injuries on stairs
  • identify safe practices for ladder use
  • use the 4-to-1 rule to determine safe ladder placement

Overview/Description
Slips, trips, and falls constitute the majority of general workplace accidents and are responsible for a number of accidental deaths, second only to motor vehicles as a cause of fatalities from accidents. This course is intended to provide employees with the ability to recognize and prevent slip, trip, and fall hazards, and to address the key components of ladder safety. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. Slips, Trips, and Falls 2.0 – Cal/OSHA was developed with subject matter support provided by EnSafe Inc., a global professional services company focusing on engineering, environment, health and safety, and information technology. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.

Target Audience
All personnel exposed to potential slip, trip, and fall hazards while on the job, including those who will potentially use or be around ladders during the course of a routine or nonroutine work day

Trenching and Excavation Safety – Cal/OSHA

Course Number:
ehs_cal_a40_sh_enus
Lesson Objectives

Trenching and Excavation Safety – Cal/OSHA

  • identify safety considerations before trenching and excavation begins
  • identify key concepts associated with different types of excavation, sloping, and shoring
  • identify practices that reduce hazards present in excavation work

Overview/Description
This course is designed to better inform the employee of the possible health and safety concerns unique to trenching and excavation. In this course, you'll learn about safety considerations and proper practices to reduce the hazards that may occur during excavation. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by EnSafe Inc., a global professional services company focusing on engineering, environment, health and safety, and information technology. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.

Target Audience
Employees involved with trenching and excavation operations

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