The purpose of this course is to provide workers across all industries with a foundational understanding of OSHA and the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHAct) of 1970, commonly referred to as the “General Duty Clause.” The course introduces participants to OSHA’s role in workplace safety, employee rights, employer responsibilities, and the OSHA inspection process.
Topics Covered in This Course
- The importance of OSHA in ensuring workplace safety
- Employee rights under OSHA
- Employer obligations and responsibilities
- Overview of OSHA standards
- How OSHA inspections are carried out
- Available OSHA resources and assistance options
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, you should be able to:
| ID | Objective |
|---|---|
| TO 1.0 | Achieve a minimum score of 70% on the final course assessment. |
| LO 1.1.1 | Explain OSHA’s mission, structure, and jurisdiction. |
| LO 1.1.2 | Identify the types of OSHA inspections and outline the typical steps in an on-site inspection. |
| LO 1.1.3 | List and explain OSHA’s citation categories and penalty structure. |
| LO 1.1.4 | Describe the requirements for OSHA complaint filing and accident reporting. |
| LO 1.1.5 | Identify OSHA resources available to employers. |
| LO 1.2.1 | Define the fundamental rights of employees and the responsibilities of employers under the OSHAct of 1970. |
| LO 1.2.2 | Explain employee whistleblower protections and the procedures for filing complaints. |
Key: TO – Terminal Objective | LO – Learning Objective