Workplace Safety Basics: In Case of an Emergency

Workplace safety is a shared responsibility between employers and their employees. Under the General Duty Clause, (Section 5(a)(1) of the OSH Act of 1970,) OSHA requires the employer to provide a safe environment for their employees. However, each employee needs to be aware of the potential hazards they may be exposed to, take action to avoid or eliminate them, and report hazards/unsafe conditions as they arise.

Course Overview

Workplace safety is a shared responsibility between employers and their employees. Under the General Duty Clause, (Section 5(a)(1) of the OSH Act of 1970,) OSHA requires the employer to provide a safe environment for their employees. However, each employee needs to be aware of the potential hazards they may be exposed to, take action to avoid or eliminate them, and report hazards/unsafe conditions as they arise.

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Describe the appropriate actions to take based on their level of authorization in the event of an emergency

Course Topics

  • Emergency Action Plans
  • First Aid/Emergency Response
  • Bloodborne Pathogens
  • HAZWOPER
  • Workplace Violence
  • Medical Records