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  The construction industry is booming in all urban areas across the world. Unfortunately, the incidence of mishaps from construction sites also remains high. New York City and its surroundings are an area that has construction work going on at multiple sites simultaneously. Taking the NYC SST training for new entrants  is a requirement that cannot be ignored by employers, managers, and supervisors overseeing tasks by both new and experienced workers at their sites. Any worker who has joined the workforce in New York City and its vicinity after 2019 is mandated to comply with the training courses recommended by the NYC Department of Buildings as a new entrant to the construction industry in and around NYC. The training course includes the OSHA-recommended 10-Hour Construction course plus an additional 30 hours of Site Safety Training (SST). This involves the new entrant completing a total of 40 hours of training.  This qualifies the concerned student to get an SST card sp...

Every worker wants to make it home safe at the end of the day. Whether scaling scaffolding, working on rooftops, or managing elevated platforms, the risk of a fall is one of the most serious dangers in any industry. The good news? Staying safe does not have to mean taking time off or sitting in … The post Staying Safe from Anywhere: The Benefits of Taking a Fall Protection Course Online appeared first on OSHA Safety and Risk Management | OSHA.net. http://dlvr.it/TMDP0Y

When you work in mining, you understand that every decision you make on the job can have real-life consequences. That is why for those entering the surface mining industry, safety is not something to be learned on the fly, it is a requirement from day one. This is where MSHA surface training comes in. This … The post MSHA Surface Training: What It Covers and Why It’s Crucial for Mining Site Safety and Compliance appeared first on OSHA Safety and Risk Management | OSHA.net. http://dlvr.it/TMDNwq

  Working in an environment that risks injury and even death by falling requires the conscientious individual to take the right precautions. Workers must take the OSHA-recommended fall protection course online  to ensure safety. True, many industries need people to work at great heights and in risk-prone environments. It is the onus of the employers and organizations to organize the best training for their workforce. The safety guidelines are provided in 29 CFR 1926 and EM 385-1-1. Going through this and taking the proper training not only helps the workers to become knowledgeable about the dangers but also enables them to learn the practical aspects of safety with the requisite skills. Knowing that the entire training course can be covered in 24 hours is pleasing. The concerned worker does not have to lose a day of work to take the training, either. Instead, they are free to take it online, which makes it convenient for the student to take it after work and even on weekends. ...

Have you ever stepped outside in the middle of a summer afternoon and instantly felt drained–like the heat was pressing down on you? Now imagine doing that while hauling equipment, operating machinery, or working a 10-hour shift in the sun. That is the daily reality for millions of workers across the U.S. – and the … The post Your Summer Safety Plan Starts with Heat Stress Training: What Every Employer Needs to Know appeared first on OSHA Safety and Risk Management | OSHA.net. http://dlvr.it/TLjgDV

Stepping into a supervisory role on a New York City construction site is not just a promotion, it is a responsibility that impacts lives, timelines, and the future of every project. With Local Law 196 in full effect, construction leaders are required to complete the NYC SST 62 hour supervisor training to stay on the … The post Local Law 196 and the 62 Hour Supervisor Requirement: What NYC Contractors Must Do Now appeared first on OSHA Safety and Risk Management | OSHA.net. http://dlvr.it/TLjfsX

  Exposure to excessive heat is recognized as a workplace hazard by OSHA. Individuals who have to work outdoors in the scorching heat often sweat profusely, thus becoming dehydrated. Trying to brave it is foolhardy as it may lead to collapse and total exhaustion. The concerned person may also die when adequate prevention and care is not provided. OSHA recommends taking heat stress training  for such workers and the supervisors who need to be outside to inspect the tasks and advise the workforce. Undergoing the training that equips one with the strategy for overcoming heat stress and preventing it is vital for people who cannot take their work indoors. Taking the training successfully can help the student to gain the following: Work Safety—A trained worker can escape severe health-related illnesses and injuries when working outdoors in the blazing sun. Legal compliance—OSHA advises employers to provide this training to employees who need to work outside during summer months and...