Course Description:

This intensive 40-hour training course is designed to equip participants with the foundational knowledge and skills necessary to perform effectively as a workplace safety professional and instructor. With a clear and practical explanation of OSHA standards and safety responsibilities, this program provides a comprehensive introduction to occupational safety principles and effective training techniques.

Participants will gain hands-on experience in planning, preparing, delivering, and evaluating safety instruction, while also exploring broader aspects of safety leadership, compliance, and risk prevention. Upon successful completion, students will earn recognition as an Occupational Safety Technician (OST). The course also includes over $500 worth of resource materials to support continued learning and on-the-job application.

Learning Outcomes – By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Adopt a new perspective on safety that empowers both trainers and employees.
• Perform with confidence as a safety professional.
• Develop and deliver effective, engaging safety training sessions.
• Understand civil and criminal liability as it relates to workplace safety.
• Interpret and apply OSHA regulations to real-world scenarios.
• Move “beyond OSHA” to create a culture of proactive safety.

Core Topics Covered:

• Instructor Development & Effective Safety Training
• OSHA Standards & Applications
• Safety Plans and Programs
• Bloodborne Pathogens
• Confined Space Safety
• Electrical Safety
• Exit and Egress Requirements
• Lockout/Tagout (Energy Isolation)
• Ergonomics
• Fire Safety
• Hazard Communication (HazCom)
• Intro to HAZWOPER (Hazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response)
• Machine Safeguarding
• Material Handling Safety
• OSHA Inspections, Citations, and Fines
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Recordkeeping and Reporting
• Workplace Violence Prevention
• Walking/Working Surfaces
• Welding, Cutting, and Brazing Safety
• …and much more.

Who Should Attend:

• Safety coordinators, supervisors, and managers
• Aspiring safety trainers and professionals
• HR and compliance personnel
• Individuals seeking to strengthen their knowledge of OSHA and workplace safety

Course Length: 40 Hours
Credential Earned: Occupational Safety Technician (OST)