Construction Safety Basics: Safe Use of Equipment

This online Construction Safety Basics: Safe Use of Equipment course is designed to provide a high-level overview of a number of construction safety topics and safety rules to comply with OSHA standards.

Course Overview

This program is designed to provide learners with a high-level overview of a number of construction safety topics and safety rules to comply with OSHA standards. Specifically, the safety orientation training covers an introduction to generic safe work practices, various worksite arrangements, the safe use of tools and equipment, and procedures for what to do in the event an emergency occurs.

After completing this course, an understanding should be gained of:

  • The hazards associated with using tools and equipment and identify safe ways to operate them.

Course Topics

  • Safe use of hand & power tools
  • Safe work practices when using scaffolds, aerial lifts, and scissor lifts
  • Procedures to lockout/tagout equipment