Onsite Courses

Onsite safety training courses are available for client convenience (at your site or ours)! Pricing and discounts are available based on location and participation.

Confined Space Competent Person Certification 

Confined Space Competent Person Course Description: The course is designed to meet OSHA requirements for confined space competent person training. The course includes professional classroom theory instruction, participant handouts, final written exam, group activities, field exercises and practical evaluation. 

Curriculum covers OSHA regulatory requirements including, identifying types of confined spaces; the specific risks and hazards of confined spaces, and emergency procedures so employee can perform duties assigned. Includes training on attendant, entrant, and entry supervisor duties. Participants will be trained in basic atmospheric testing procedures, general ventilation practices, and common entry procedures. Participants will be familiarized with prevention methods, and the duties and responsibilities of the Competent Person at a confined space entry site. 
 
Confined Space Field Exercise and Practical Evaluation:
Course includes onsite training on worker safety while performing confined space entry and non-entry rescue activities. Participants will practice making confined space rescues by simulating rescue operations in which they remove manikins or participants from a confined space.

What is a confined space: A confined space has the following characteristics: Its size and shape allow an employee to enter it, it has limited openings for participants to enter and exit, and it is not designed for continuous employee occupancy.  
 
Who Should Attend:
Required for employer designated Competent Persons. OSHA requires that there is a Competent Person present whenever workers enter a confined space. All workers who perform confined space work by supervising, entering, or are responsible for attendant non-entry rescue duties are recommended to attend.

IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS

Safety Equipment Required: Attending participants are required to bring a Hardhat, Safety Glasses, Work Gloves, Work Boots, Reflective Vest or Jacket and wear proper Work Clothing for participation in the confined space practical exercise. 

Confined Space Equipment Recommended: Participating workgroups are encouraged to bring their fall protection harness, tripod, hoist, or entry system, calibrated atmospheric monitor, and ventilation equipment for field exercise. 

Completion Requirements: Participants are required to be present and actively participate in all learning activities including hands-on exercises and a written exam to receive certification. Employees will receive a certification of completion and a competent person card by actively participating in the course and demonstrating knowledge in the classroom and at the training exercise site. 

Learning Aids: Participants should come prepared with a notepad and pen. Guides and handouts will be provided at the start of the course. The presentation and materials are in English (Spanish courses are available upon request).

Course Length: Approximately 8 hours including classroom theory followed by confined space field exercises. We will be covering a great deal of information in a short period of time; your punctuality will be greatly appreciated.   

Pricing:
Open Enrollment Participant Pricing: $145.00 ea. 
Scheduled Groups with minimum of 8 Participants Pricing: $135.00 ea.     
Association Member Participant Pricing: $125.00 ea.
Retainer Client Material Pricing: $15.00 ea.

Construction Competent Person Series  

Construction Competent Person Course Description:  This series is designed to meet OSHA’s competent person training requirements in four specific construction operations. OSHA standards require employers to identify a competent person in multiple regulations including Fall Prevention and Protection, Excavation and Trenching, Confined Space Entry, and Scaffolding. 

OSHA defines a competent person as one who is capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards in the surrounding or working conditions, which are unsanitary, hazardous, or dangerous to employees and who has authorization to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate them.

The series includes both classroom theory and practical onsite exercises in each session. Participants will earn a certification for each session completed and series completion commemoration plaque. By combining the four sessions we can offer training at a reduced and more affordable cost. Individual course descriptions included. 

Who Should Attend: Training is intended for employees who have the responsibility for ensuring a safe, healthy and sanitary work environment.
•    Construction Supervisors/Foreman
•    Construction Managers/Superintendents
•    Construction Company Owners

Competent Person Series Completion Requirements: Participants are required to be present and actively participate in all learning activities including hands-on exercises, written exams, and practical evaluations. Participants who successfully complete the program will receive course certifications and series completion commemoration. 

Learning Aids: Participants should come prepared with a notepad and pen. Guides and handouts will be provided at the start of the course. The presentation and materials are in English (Spanish courses are available upon request).

Course Length: The course is four sessions for a total of 32 hours. We will be covering a great deal of information in a short period of time; your punctuality will be greatly appreciated.

Individual Course Pricing:
Open Enrollment Participant Pricing: $145.00 ea. 
Scheduled Groups with minimum of 8 Participants Pricing: $135.00 ea.     
Association Member Participant Pricing: $125.00 ea.
Retainer Client Material Pricing: $15.00 ea. 

Full Series Pricing:
Open Enrollment Participant Pricing: $480.00 ea. 
Scheduled Groups with minimum of 8 Participants Pricing: $450.00 ea.     
Association Member Participant Pricing: $315.00 ea.
Retainer Client Material Pricing: $60.00 ea. 
 

Excavation and Trenching Competent Person Certification 

Excavation and Trenching Competent Person Certification Course Description: The course is designed to meet OSHA requirements for excavation and trenching competent person training. The course includes professional classroom theory instruction, participant handouts, final written exam, group activities, field exercises and practical evaluation. 

Curriculum covers OSHA regulatory requirements including, inspections and identification of potential and existing hazards inherent to working in or around excavations and trenches, prevention of trench collapses, atmospheric and water hazards, entry and exit requirements, working with heavy machinery, materials handling, traffic controls, overhead and underground utilities. and protective systems including sloping, shoring, and shielding. Participants will be familiarized with prevention methods, and the duties and responsibilities of the Competent Person at an excavation site.

Excavation and Trenching Field Exercise and Practical Evaluation: Course includes construction site training on worker safety while performing excavation and trenching activities. Participants will create an excavation plan, conduct site hazard assessments, practice soil sampling techniques, and select and inspect protective systems for entry.

What is an excavation or trench: An Excavation is any man-made cut, cavity, trench, or depression formed by earth removal. A Trench is a narrow excavation where the depth is greater than the width.

Who Should Attend: Required for employer designated Competent Persons. OSHA requires that there be a Competent Person present whenever workers enter an excavation or trench. All workers that are exposed to excavation and trenching operations are required to be trained in the hazards and safe work practices. Initial training and refresher training every three years, or when the employer has reason to believe that any affected employee does not have the understanding and skills required to ensure safety. 

IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS

Safety Equipment Required: Attending participants are required to bring a Hardhat, Safety Glasses, Work Gloves, Work Boots, Reflective Vest or Jacket and wear proper Work Clothing for participation in the excavation and trenching practical exercise.   

Trenching Equipment Recommended: Participating workgroups are encouraged to bring working atmospheric monitor, ventilation equipment, and protective systems (shoring, shielding) for field exercise. 

Completion Requirements: Participants are required to be present and actively participate in all learning activities including hands-on exercises and written exam to receive certification. Employees will receive a certification of completion and a competent person card by actively participating in the course and demonstrating knowledge in the classroom and at the training exercise site. 

Learning Aids: Participants should come prepared with a notepad and pen. Guides and handouts will be provided at the start of the course. The presentation and materials are in English (Spanish courses are available upon request).

Course Length: Approximately 8 hours including classroom theory followed by excavation and trenching field exercises. We will be covering a great deal of information in a short period of time; your punctuality will be greatly appreciated.

Pricing:
Open Enrollment Participant Pricing: $145.00 ea. 
Scheduled Groups with minimum of 8 Participants Pricing: $135.00 ea.     
Association Member Participant Pricing: $125.00 ea.
Retainer Client Material Pricing: $15.00 ea.

Fall Prevention and Protection Competent Person Certification 

Fall Protection End User Course Description: The course is designed to meet OSHA training requirements for workers who are exposed to fall hazards. The course includes professional classroom theory instruction, participant handouts, group activities, and final written exam.  

Curriculum covers the fundamentals of fall prevention and protection with a focus on selection, inspection, and maintenance. Training covers fall protection risks and requirements associated with rooftops, scaffolding, ladders, and mobile elevated work platforms. Participants will learn about basic self and assisted rescue plans and suspension trauma potentials. Training includes the assessment for and use of fall protection and position restraints, guardrails, covers, net systems, barriers, warning lines and monitors. 

Who Should Attend: Required for employees whose tasks expose them to falls from heights and are required to implement or use fall protection devices and equipment. Initial training and refresher training when there are any reasons to believe that fall protection user does not have the understanding and skills required to ensure safety.  

IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS

Safety Equipment Recommended: Attending participants are encouraged to bring their personal fall protection harness for self-inspection and practical fit training.   

Completion Requirements: Participants are required to be present and actively participate in all learning activities including hands-on exercises, and written exam. Participants who successfully complete the program receive a fall protection end user training certification card. Employer specific training and authorization is required. Retraining and certification every 3 years or earlier due to unsafe act observed, a near miss or accident, and equipment or workplace changes.  

Learning Aids: Participants should come prepared with a notepad and pen. Guides and handouts will be provided at the start of the course. The presentation and materials are in English (Spanish courses are available upon request).

Course Length: Approximately 4 hours including classroom theory and activities followed by practical exercises. We will be covering a great deal of information in a short period of time; your punctuality will be greatly appreciated.

Pricing:
Open Enrollment Participant Pricing: $85.00 ea. 
Scheduled Groups with minimum of 8 Participants Pricing: $75.00 ea.     
Association Member Material Pricing: $65.00 ea.
Retainer Client Material Pricing: $15.00 ea.

Supported Scaffolding Competent Person Certification 

Supported Scaffolding User and Erector Certification Course Description: The course is designed to cover the general requirements for the safe use of supported scaffolding systems including frame or fabricated, tube and coupler, mast climbers, mobile, pump jack, and ladder jack. The course includes professional classroom theory instruction, participant handouts, final written exam, and hands-on scaffolding practical exercise. 

Curriculum covers the general nature of hazards as these relate to the proper use, erection, and work on supported scaffolds. Training includes fall hazards, falling object hazards, electrical hazards, maximum intended load, load-carrying capacities, material handling, and the correct procedures for inspecting, erecting, disassembling, moving, operating, maintaining and repair of scaffolding in accordance with OSHA 1926.454.
 
Who Should Attend: Required for employees whose tasks expose them to work on or around supported scaffolding systems and are required to assist in the erecting or dismantling of supported scaffolding systems. Only trained and authorized personnel shall be permitted to work on scaffolding. Initial training required and refresher training required whenever workplace processes/procedures change, equipment changes, or the employer has reason to believe that an employee lacks the skill or understanding needed to ensure safety.  

IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS

Completion Requirements: Participants are required to be present and actively participate in all learning activities including hands-on exercises, written exam, and practical evaluation. Participants who successfully complete the program will receive a user and erector training certification. Employer specific training and authorization is required. 

Learning Aids: Participants should come prepared with a notepad and pen. Guides and handouts will be provided at the start of the course. The presentation and materials are in English (Spanish courses are available upon request).

Course Length: Approximately 4 hours of classroom theory and activities. We will be covering a great deal of information in a short period of time; your punctuality will be greatly appreciated.

Pricing:
Open Enrollment Participant Pricing: $85.00 ea. 
Scheduled Groups with minimum of 8 Participants Pricing: $75.00 ea.     
Association Member Participant Pricing: $55.00 ea.
Retainer Client Material Pricing: $15.00 ea.

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