Safety Training

Many OSHA standards promulgated explicitly require that the employer train employees in specific areas.  OSHA highlights that a Education,Training, and Learning aspects of employee jobs is one of the most important aspect of their job, as outlined in the Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) .  Other OSHA standards make it the employer's responsibility to limit certain job assignments to employees who are "certified," "competent," or "qualified"-meaning that they have had special previous training, in or out of the workplace.
The term "designated" imagemeans a person who is selected or assigned by the employer or the employer's representative as being qualified to perform specific duties. These requirements reflect OSHA's belief that a Education,Training, and Learning is an essential part of every employer's safety for protecting employees from injuries. Many researchers conclude that those who are new on the job have a higher rate of injuries than more experienced employees.

It is usually a good idea for the employer to keep a record of all safety training, as these training records can provide evidence of the employer's good faith and compliance with OSHA standards. Documentation can also supply an answer to one of the first questions an accident investigator will ask: "Was the injured employee trained to do the job?"
These requirements reflect OSHA's belief that a Education, Training, and Learning in the proper performance of a job is time and money well spent, and the employer might regard it as an investment rather than an expense. An effective program of safety training for employees can result in fewer injuries, better morale, and lower insurance premiums, among other benefits.    

To sign for one of the training courses click on the desired link below: 

OSHA 10-Hour Construction Training  Class
OSHA 10-Hour General Training Class

OSHA 30-Hour Construction Training Class
OSHA 30-Hour General Training Class

OSHA 510 Training Class
OSHA 511 Training Class

The following are some Free Downloadables of Helpful Information to help you decide on the appropriate training.

OSHA Revised Field Operations Manual - It assists compliance officers in scheduling and conducting inspections, enforcing, regulations, encouraging continual improvement in workplace safety and health.

OSHA Site-Specific Targeting for 2009 - Issued July 20, 2009

"Training Requirements in OSHA Standards and Training Guidelines click here:  OSHA's Training Guidelines

Click here For CalOSHA Training Guidelines

Nevada Safety Consultation and Training Section has developed a safety management manual - Click here -  "A Guide to Written Workplace Safety"

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Updated OSHA guidance aims to prevent workplace violence affecting late-night retail workers

According to Bureau of Labor Statistics' data, 167 retail trade workers were killed in 2007. Nearly half of these were employed in late-night establishments such as gasoline stations, liquor and convenience stores. OSHA recently updated its guidance document Recommendations for Workplace Violence Prevention Programs in Late-Night Retail Establishments that addresses issues causing late-night retail workers to be killed on the job. Of these worker deaths, 39 killed were employed at convenience stores, 32 worked at gasoline stations and 7 worked at liquor stores. "The number of retail workers who died as a result of workplace violence has declined over the past 10 years - from 286 in 1998 to 167 in 2007. This decline is encouraging, but not good enough," said Assistant Secretary Michaels. "Workers should not go to work fearing they won't live through the day." The violence prevention information presented in this document builds on OSHA's Recommendations for Workplace Violence Prevention Programs in Late-Night Retail Establishments, published in 1998. The updated Recommendations identify risk factors and describe feasible solutions. Copies can be ordered online from OSHA's publications page.

Source: OSHA QuickTakes for the month of February