objectivesThe Emergency Action/Response for Construction training from OSHA Education School is an online training designed to teach participants how to anticipate and respond to potential emergency events including spills, releases or potential releases of hazardous materials. It is essential for site workers to be able to immediately respond to emergency hazards, so this intermediate-level online training provides in-depth knowledge regarding controlling actions vital to prevent or minimize exposure, illness, injury, or environmental change.
OSHA Education School’s Emergency Action/Response for Construction online training course is designed to familiarize participants with a broad knowledge of hazardous materials and appropriate emergency response. Additionally, the course covers preventative measures that may minimize exposure to both health and safety hazards. As such, specific course topics include the following:
Eight basic emergency response steps
Recognizing and evaluating potential hazards
Hazard control methods
Emergency response actions
Specific industry terms discussed throughout the duration of the course include the following:
Emergency response
OSHA
Hazardous substance emergency response
descriptionEmergency response includes any systematic response to an unexpected or dangerous occurrence. Emergency Action/Response for Construction is an online course that teaches learners how to prepare for and respond to probable emergency situations such as spills, releases, or prospective releases of hazardous chemicals. It is critical for site employees to be able to respond quickly to emergency threats, which is why this intermediate-level eLearning course gives in-depth understanding on regulating activities that are critical for preventing or mitigating exposure, disease, injury, or environmental change. The Emergency Action/Response for Construction online training course is meant to provide learners with a basic understanding of hazardous chemicals and how to respond appropriately in an emergency. Additionally, the emergency response training discusses preventative practices that can help reduce exposure to health and safety hazards.
outline1. Introduction
Introduction to Emergency Action/Response
Objective
Presentation
Introduction to OSHA
Course Description
Topics
2. Emergency Action Plans
What is an EAP?
OSHA Requirements
3. EAP Considerations
Evacuation Elements
Fight or Flee?
Shelter-In-Place
Fire/Medical Services
Preparations
Infirmary Etc.
Reporting Emergencies
4. Emergencies and Actions
Types of Emergencies
Personal Injury or Illness
Power Outage
Chemical Spill
Chemical Exposure
Fire
Poisoning
Bomb Threat
Earthquake
Post Emergency Contact Information
5. Emergency Response
Definition
Constructions Sites and Hazardous Substances
Hazardous Substance Emergencies
Safety Orientation
Make Mental Notes
Emergency or Contingency Plans
Determining the Risk
6. Emergency Response Hazards/Controls
Spill Response Equipment
PPE
Emergency Situations
Spill Prevention
7. Emergency Response Actions
Caution and Safety Are #1
8 Response Steps
Learn More About Your Site
8. Fire Prevention
Introduction
Potential for Major Loss of Life and Property.
Fire Tragedies
History Repeats Itself
In the Hamlet Fire
9. Job Site Fire Hazards/Controls
Fire Hazards Recognition: First Step
Hot Work: Definitions
OSHA Hot Work Requirements
Hot work: Fire Watch
Fire Watch Job and Training
Hot Work Permit
10. More Job Site Fire Hazards/Controls
Temporary Electrical Equipment
Temporary Heating
Flammable / Combustibles
Chemical Storage
Compressed Gas Cylinders
Housekeeping
Smoking
11. Fire Prevention Plan
Hazard Recognition and Response
Fire Preparedness
Plan Contents
Response Agencies
12. Fire Response Equipment
Federal Requirements
Equipment Requirements
Water Supply
Portable Fire Extinguishers
Classes of Portable Fire Extinguishers
Fire Extinguishers
PFE Use
Water Hoses
PFE's and Flammable Storage Areas
Equipment Compatibility
Demolition Requirements
13. Means of Egress
Building Egress
Exit Marking
Maintenance of Egress
14. Summary
Summing-Up
Additional Sources of Information/Assistance Benefits OSHA Education School’s Emergency Action/Response for Construction online training offers those within the construction sector a broad awareness and understanding of appropriate hazardous substance emergency response. Upon successful completion of this course, individuals can expect to:
Understand about site-specific emergency response procedures
Be able to anticipate, recognize, and evaluate emergency situations
Know the eight basic emergency response steps
Know how to control hazardous substance emergencies