OSHA-02 - OSHA 30-Hour General Industry Training
Course Description
The OSHA 30-Hour General Industry Training course is designed for supervisors, managers, safety professionals, and workers with safety and health responsibilities who require a more comprehensive understanding of occupational safety and health principles. This in-depth course provides extensive training on OSHA regulations, hazard recognition, risk prevention, and the development of effective workplace safety programs across a variety of general industry settings, including manufacturing, warehousing, healthcare, retail, and more.
Through instructor-led presentations, real-world examples, case studies, and interactive discussion, participants will gain the knowledge needed to recognize, evaluate, and control workplace hazards while promoting a culture of safety and regulatory compliance. The course emphasizes employer responsibilities, worker rights, and best practices for preventing workplace injuries and illnesses.
Topics Covered
- Introduction to OSHA and the OSH Act
- Walking and Working Surfaces
- Exit Routes, Emergency Action Plans, and Fire Prevention
- Electrical Safety
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Hazard Communication (HazCom) and Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
- Machine Guarding
- Materials Handling and Storage
- Lockout/Tagout (Control of Hazardous Energy)
- Fall Protection
- Industrial Hygiene
- Bloodborne Pathogens
- Ergonomics
- Powered Industrial Trucks (Forklifts)
- Safety and Health Programs
- Recordkeeping and Reporting Requirements
- Managing Safety and Health
- Common General Industry Hazards
- Elective Topics (as applicable)
Learner Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to identify workplace hazards, understand OSHA standards applicable to general industry, implement effective hazard control measures, and contribute to the development and maintenance of a safer work environment.Notes
Upon successful completion, students will receive the official OSHA 30-Hour General Industry completion card issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, valid nationwide as proof of advanced safety training.
This course is ideal for:
- Supervisors and managers
- Safety coordinators and safety committee members
- Team leaders
- Human resources professionals with safety responsibilities
- Experienced workers seeking advanced OSHA training
- Anyone responsible for implementing or overseeing workplace safety programs