objectivesThe Alcohol and Substance Abuse for Construction online training from OSHA Education School is an intermediate-level safety course designed to teach participants how to understand and avoid the effects of substances within the construction workplace. Because alcohol and drug use can lead to workplace accidents, understanding what to do if such behavior is uncovered in the workplace is paramount.
Throughout the Alcohol and Substance Abuse for Construction, participants can expect to be familiarized with those affected by alcohol and substance abuse, how to recognize signs of such abuse in the workplace, and how to report such abuse. With an emphasis on workplace safety, this intermediate course will educate beyond basic awareness.
OSHA Education School’s online Alcohol and Substance Abuse for Construction online training discusses and teaches the varying and hazardous effects that substance abuse has on the workplace. Focusing specifically on the construction sector, participants will learn the legal requirements for ensuring the utmost standards of safety, as well as how to promote a safe, drug-free work environment. Specific course topics include the following:
Overview of alcohol and substance abuse in construction
Alcohol and alcohol abuse
Common drugs of abuse
Common indicators of substance abuse
Drug testing in the workplace
Substance abuse and your responsibility
Specific industry terms discussed throughout the course include the following:
Substance Abuse Program
Alcohol and substance abuse
OSHA
descriptionAlcohol and Substance Abuse for Construction is an intermediate online safety course that will assist you in comprehending and avoiding the impacts of alcohol and substance abuse on the job. Because alcohol and drug use may result in accidents, it is critical to learn what to do if your workplace has a substance misuse problem. This online Alcohol and Substance Usage course teaches you how to distinguish alcohol and widely drug abuse, as well as how to report their abuse.
You must score at least 70% to pass this OSHA 1 training. You will be given up to THREE opportunities to pass the quizzes and final exam.
Failure to pass quizzes and the final exam will result in being locked out of this online training program, but the learner can repurchase and start back from the beginning.
Upon completing this Alcohol And Substance Abuse For Construction and the accompanying survey, you will receive an OSHA 1 card from the provider of this OSHA training on behalf of the Department of Labor.
Students who successfully complete the program will receive a completion card issued by the U.S. Department of Labor.
YOU MUST COMPLETE THE SURVEY AT THE END OF THIS TRAINING TO RECEIVE YOUR DOL CARD
outline1. Introduction
Alcohol and Substance Abuse
Course Overview
References
Training Objectives
Course Description
Effects of Abuse
Effects on Society
Nationwide Trends
Workplace Trends
Effect
2. Alcohol
Possible Effects
Don't Mix Alcohol with Other Drugs!
Psychological Dependence
Physical Dependence
Symptoms of Alcohol Use
Alcoholism Respects No Boundaries!
If You Are a Supervisor…
3. Drugs of Abuse
Prescription Drugs
lllicit Drugs Commonly Abused
4. Drugs of Abuse Hallucinogens
Marijuana
LSD, Mescaline, Peyote and Psilocybin
Phencyclidine (PCP)
5. Drugs of Abuse Stimulants
Cocaine
Amphetamines
Methamphetamine
6. Drugs of Abuse Depressants
Barbiturates/Benzodiazepines/ Methaqualone
7. Drugs of Abuse Analgesics
Opiates
Heroin
8. Common Indicators of Abuse
Recognizing Abuse in the Workplace
If You Are a Supervisor...
9. Substance Abuse and You
A Drug-free Workplace
Self Assessment Test
Where to Begin
Types of Help Available
10. Is Someone You Care About in Trouble?
Codependency in the Workplace
Take Positive Action
11. Drug Testing
Employer Action
Why Drug Test?
Types of Drug Tests
When Could You Be Drug Tested?
If You Fail the Drug Test
12. Summary
What You Should Do…
Review
OSHA Education School’s Alcohol and Substance Abuse for Construction online course is designed primarily to teach participants in the construction sector the importance of a drug and substance-free workplace, as it impacts the health and safety of all individuals on the worksite. Upon successful completion of this course, participants can expect to:
Understand how to take positive action after identifying substance abuse in the workplace
Know the importance of reporting concerns to supervisors
Know how to successfully and appropriately report drug and substance abuse onsite
Understand the benefits of drug testing in the workplace
